Halcyon AMH400 390mm Basket Undercounter Glasswasher With Drain Pump

The Halcyon AMH400 is a compact undercounter glasswasher designed for busy bar and foodservice environments where counter space is limited but throughput demands are not. It operates with a 390mm basket footprint, making it one of the more practical choices for tight bar counter installations without stepping down to a lighter-duty machine. The inclusion of a drain pump means the unit is not reliant on gravity drainage, which opens up installation options where a floor drain is not directly beneath or adjacent to the machine.

In a working bar environment, the AMH400 handles the steady pace of a busy service well. Its cycle performance is suited to venues turning over a consistent volume of glassware throughout a shift — think pub bars, hotel bars, and restaurant service counters rather than high-volume event catering where a rack conveyor machine would be more appropriate. The wash system uses a high-density filter arrangement that helps maintain clean wash water across consecutive cycles, reducing the risk of re-depositing soils onto glassware during peak periods.

From an operational standpoint, the machine offers several practical day-to-day advantages:

• Soft-touch digital controls that are straightforward for bar staff to operate without training overhead
• Removable wash arms with inspection caps for quick checks and cleaning without tools
• Quick-release tank design that simplifies end-of-night cleaning routines
• Low water consumption per cycle, helping to keep running costs in check over a full service week
• EN17735 certification confirming the machine meets recognised commercial hygiene standards for glassware

Installation is relatively straightforward for an undercounter machine, but the drain pump requirement means you will need a suitable electrical supply and a planned drainage route — not necessarily a floor drain at the unit's base, but a discharge point within a reasonable run. The machine runs on a standard 13-amp supply, which makes electrical connection uncomplicated in most bar counter configurations. As with any glasswasher installation, water softening should be considered depending on your local water hardness; hard water areas will see a noticeable difference in glass clarity and long-term machine condition without it.

The AMH400 is a sensible fit for small to mid-sized licensed premises, hotel bars, café-bars, and restaurant service stations handling a steady but not extreme volume of glassware. It is not sized for high-volume nightclub or event bar use — if your throughput is particularly heavy or your wash cycles need to run almost continuously, a larger or higher-capacity model would be worth considering. Equally, if your installation is very simple with a direct gravity drain, there may be a more cost-effective option without the pump.

If you are unsure whether the AMH400 suits your site layout, water supply, or service volume, we are happy to talk it through before you commit to an order.