Halcyon AMH500 500mm Basket Glasswasher With Drain Pump

The Halcyon AMH500 is a 500mm basket undercounter glasswasher designed for continuous commercial use. It sits neatly beneath a standard bar or pass counter and is built to turn around glasses quickly and consistently throughout a busy service. The inclusion of a drain pump makes it suitable for installations where gravity drainage is not possible, giving considerably more flexibility over where the machine can be positioned.

In a working bar or restaurant environment, the AMH500 is capable of handling the kind of demand that builds during peak service — the combination of a high-density filter system and efficient water use per cycle means the machine keeps pace without requiring constant operator attention. The soft-touch digital display keeps operation straightforward for staff with varying levels of training, and the ergonomic handle reduces handling fatigue during a long shift.

From an operational standpoint, the design has been thought through with daily kitchen life in mind. The removable wash arms with inspection caps allow staff to check for blockages quickly, and the quick-release tank makes end-of-day cleaning more manageable than on machines with fixed internal components. Key practical points to note:

• Drain pump included — suitable for installations without gravity drainage
• Quick-release tank simplifies daily cleaning and maintenance routines
• Removable wash arms with inspection caps for straightforward blockage checks
• Soft-touch digital display supports ease of use across all staff
• Runs on a standard 13A connection, with single and three-phase options available

Installation is relatively straightforward compared to larger hood-type machines — it requires a cold water inlet, drainage, and an electrical supply. The drain pump removes one of the more common site constraints. As an undercounter unit, it does need to be positioned with adequate service access in mind, and the water supply and waste connections should be planned before fitting. It is worth confirming the electrical supply option that suits your site before ordering.

The AMH500 is well suited to pubs, bars, hotel bars, and mid-sized restaurants where glass throughput is high but space beneath the counter is limited. It is a practical choice for operators who need a dependable machine that staff can run and clean without specialist knowledge. For very high-volume venues — such as large nightclubs or event catering operations turning over very large numbers of glasses per hour — a higher-capacity machine may be worth considering. Equally, smaller or lower-volume operations may find a more compact model a better fit.

If you are unsure whether the AMH500 is the right capacity for your service volumes or whether your site is set up correctly for installation, we are happy to talk it through before you commit.