Hood-Type Dishwasher KASTEL HK1200EPIES

A dome dishwasher cleans by spraying hot water under pressure through rotating arms, lifting food residue from dishes, glasses and utensils. The water is heated in a boiler and pumped at high velocity, then filtered and reused for the next load. This method removes grease and bacteria without manual scrubbing, while the dome shape concentrates the spray and reduces steam escape into the kitchen.

The operator loads the 500 × 500 mm basket with plates, glasses, pans or GN 1/1 containers up to 415 mm high. The hood is raised, the basket slid in, and the hood lowered to start the cycle automatically. Four preset programmes—60, 120, 180 and 540 seconds—adjust intensity for lightly soiled glassware or heavily soiled pots. The Thermostop system holds the rinse temperature until the required disinfection level is reached, ensuring hygiene without operator intervention. When the cycle ends, the hood can be opened and the clean load removed.

The machine is built entirely of stainless steel, including the wash and rinse arms, for resistance to corrosion and mechanical wear. A double-skinned insulated hood reduces noise, heat loss and steam emission, while a triple filtration system traps food particles and prevents them from recirculating. The self-cleaning vertical pump and automatic end-of-day tank cleaning programme reduce manual maintenance, and a non-return valve protects the mains water supply from contamination.

Multipower technology adjusts energy use to the load, and the ES heat-recovery system captures waste heat from the chamber to preheat incoming cold water, cutting energy consumption and ambient humidity. The 10.0 kW power rating reflects the load on the electrical supply, requiring a 400 V three-phase circuit. The 166 kg weight indicates that the unit is floor-standing and must be positioned on a stable, level surface. The 760 × 793 mm footprint determines the space it occupies on the worktop or floor, while the 2254 mm height allows it to fit beneath standard kitchen extraction hoods.

Standard accessories include two 50 × 50 cm plate racks, one 50 × 50 cm glass rack, two cutlery holders, and 2 m inlet and drain hoses. A water softener is available as an optional extra to protect the machine from limescale build-up in hard-water areas.

The dishwasher is listed in the professional ware-washing section of the catalogue, under hood-type machines for high-volume kitchens.