Classeq CP500 Pass-Through Dishwasher
720 plates per hour commercial pass-through dishwasher
Classeq CP500 is a high-throughput commercial pass-through dishwasher for busy kitchens, pubs, restaurants and catering sites that need simple operation, fast turnaround and reliable daily wash results.
- ✓Up to 720 plates per hour for busy commercial kitchen service
- ✓500 x 500mm baskets with 1.5 to 7 minute dishwasher programmes
- ✓82°C final rinse supports hygienic, consistent wash results
- ✓Simple hood-start operation helps staff work quickly and confidently
- ✓External automatic water softener recommended for hard-water sites
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Product Overview
The Classeq CP500 is a 500 x 500mm pass-through commercial dishwasher for busy kitchens, catering sites, pubs, restaurants and hospitality environments that need simple operation and reliable daily throughput.
This is the standard non-water-softener version. It can process up to 40 racks per hour, with dishwasher programmes of 1.5, 3, 5 and 7 minutes, and it can be commissioned on installation as either a dishwasher or glasswasher depending on the site requirement.
For most hard-water areas, a&f recommends pairing this version with an automatic external water softener. We can supply and install the correct softener alongside the machine, helping protect wash quality, reduce limescale and support long-term reliability.
At a glance
1453(h) x 635(w) x 699(d)
Approx. 1999(h) hood open
230v 30A, 400v 16A or 400v 22A
500 x 500mm, up to 18 plates per rack
How a&f can support you
Choosing a pass-through dishwasher is about more than the machine itself. We help you confirm throughput, power supply, water treatment, drainage, tabling layout and practical staff routines before supply.
We can help with site survey, correct variant selection, automatic external water softener supply, installation, commissioning, user training and long-term service support.
- ✓ Site survey and practical kitchen workflow advice
- ✓ Automatic external softener supplied where required
- ✓ Around £12,000+ of spare parts carried on each service van
- ✓ Purchase, rental and service contract options available
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Speak to a&f about purchase, rental, installation and service contract options for this product. Call us on 01243 55 55 25, option 1 for sales support, email sales@a-f.co.uk, or click the green button.
Features and buyer benefits
The Classeq CP500 is designed around simple operation, strong pass-through throughput, practical cleaning access and reliable daily dishwashing in busy commercial kitchens.
High throughput
Up to 40 racks per hour
Supports busy service periods where crockery and glassware need to move quickly through the kitchen.
Plate capacity
Up to 720 plates per hour
With up to 18 plates per rack, the CP500 gives practical capacity for pubs, restaurants, hotels and catering sites.
Programme choice
1.5, 3, 5 and 7 minute dishwasher cycles
Gives staff the flexibility to choose a faster or longer programme depending on soil level and service pressure.
500 x 500mm baskets
Standard commercial pass-through basket size
Makes the machine easy to integrate into a commercial dishwashing setup with suitable tabling and baskets.
Hygiene support
82°C final rinse for dishwasher use
The high-temperature final rinse supports hygienic results when used with the correct process, chemicals and staff routine.
Simple operation
Close the hood to start the wash
Straightforward controls help staff use the machine confidently, with display notifications and troubleshooting support.
Built-in dosing
Detergent and rinse aid pumps fitted as standard
Supports more consistent wash results and reduces reliance on manual chemical dosing during service.
Standard drain pump
Drain pump fitted as standard
Gives more installation flexibility than gravity-only machines, subject to drainage height and site suitability.
Easy cleaning
Click-in wash arms and double filtration
Helps staff clean and maintain the machine properly, supporting wash quality and reducing daily hassle.
Water treatment
External automatic softener recommended
For the non-softener CP500, a&f recommends an automatic external water softener in hard-water areas.
Flexible layout
Straight-through or corner configuration
Can be planned into different kitchen layouts with suitable tabling and correct service positioning.
Connected support
Clean Connect and Bluetooth app support
Supports remote monitoring on compatible UK machines and gives operators and technicians access to useful machine information.
Technical specifications
Key technical details for the standard Classeq CP500 non-water-softener pass-through dishwasher, including basket size, capacity, dimensions, water services, power options, programmes and practical installation information.
| Model | Classeq CP500 |
|---|---|
| Version | Standard non-water-softener version |
| Product type | Pass-through commercial dishwasher |
| Basket size | 500 x 500mm |
| Configuration | Commissioned on installation as dishwasher or glasswasher |
| External dimensions | H 1453 mm W 635 mm D 699 mm |
|---|---|
| Hood open height | Approx. 1999 mm |
| Net weight | 130 kg |
| Drain size | Ø40 mm |
| Drain height | Floor level to 700 mm |
| Power Required | 230v 30A, 400v 16A or 400v 22A |
|---|---|
| Connected load | 6.5 kW, 9.5 kW or 12.5 kW, depending on version |
| Water connection | 3/4 inch |
| Required pressure | 2.0 bar |
| Required flow rate | 4 litres per minute |
| Rinse water use | 3.0 litres at 2 bar |
| Dishwasher programmes | 1.5, 3, 5 and 7 minute cycles |
|---|---|
| Glasswasher programmes | 1.5 and 2 minute cycles |
| Theoretical max throughput | 40 racks per hour |
| Dishwasher capacity | 18 plates per rack, up to 720 plates per hour |
| Glasswasher capacity | 25 glasses per basket, up to 1000 glasses per hour |
| Wash temperature | 60°C |
| Rinse temperature | 82°C dishwasher rinse, 85°C utensil programme, 70°C glasswasher rinse |
| Display | Updated colour coded display |
|---|---|
| Operation | Close hood to start wash |
| Drain pump | Fitted as standard |
| Rinse booster pump | Fitted as standard |
| Chemical dosing | Built-in detergent and rinse aid pumps |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi enabled with Clean Connect on compatible UK machines, plus Bluetooth app support |
| WRAS compliance | Type AB air gap |
|---|---|
| Temperature interlock | Included |
| IP rating | IP X4 |
| Operating noise level | <70 dB |
| Water softener | No integral softener on this version. External automatic softener recommended where required. |
| Steam recovery | Not included on this standard CP500 version. CP500 SR is available where steam reduction is required. |
Choosing the right machine
Is the Classeq CP500 the right model for me?
The Classeq CP500 is a strong choice where a site needs a simple, robust pass-through dishwasher with 500 x 500mm baskets, straightforward controls and practical throughput for busy service periods.
This page covers the standard non-water-softener version. In most hard-water areas, a&f recommends using it with an automatic external water softener, which we can supply and install alongside the machine.
When is this machine a good fit?
The CP500 is a good fit for commercial kitchens where an undercounter machine is not enough and staff need a faster pass-through workflow.
- Suitable for restaurants, pubs, hotels, catering kitchens and similar commercial dishwashing areas.
- Useful where 500 x 500mm baskets and up to 40 racks per hour are the right throughput level.
- Suitable where the site wants simple hood operation and clear staff guidance from the display.
- Useful where tabling can be planned for a straight-through or corner setup.
- Can be commissioned as a dishwasher or glasswasher depending on the site requirement.
What should I check before choosing this version?
The main checks are water hardness, power supply, drainage, tabling layout, chemical dosing and the expected number of racks at peak times.
- This is the non-water-softener version, so water treatment should be checked before ordering.
- In hard-water areas, an automatic external water softener is normally recommended.
- Confirm whether the site has 230v 30A, 400v 16A or 400v 22A available.
- Check drain route, drain height and access for installation and future servicing.
- Confirm whether the machine should be set up primarily for plates, glasses, utensils or mixed use.
When might another model be better?
Another model may be better if your site needs an integral water softener, steam recovery, lower throughput or a different dishwashing process.
- Choose the CP500WS if you specifically want Classeq’s integral water softener version.
- Consider the CP500 SR if steam reduction and improved kitchen comfort are important.
- Consider an undercounter C500 if space, budget or daily throughput does not justify a pass-through machine.
- Consider a different dishwasher type if you need specialist hygiene functions beyond a high-temperature final rinse.
- Ask a&f to check the site if you are unsure whether pass-through or undercounter is the right format.
Services, utilities and installation checks
A pass-through dishwasher depends on the right services and kitchen layout. The machine itself is only part of the decision.
- Power options: 230v 30A, 400v 16A or 400v 22A, depending on version.
- Water supply: 3/4 inch connection, 2.0 bar pressure and 4 litres per minute flow rate required.
- Drainage: Ø40mm drain size with floor level to 700mm drain height.
- Water treatment: external automatic softener recommended in hard-water areas.
- Layout: allow for hood opening height, tabling, basket flow and staff access.
Replacing an older model?
The CP500 is likely to be relevant when replacing older Classeq pass-through dishwashers, including P500A, P500DUO and older P500-style machines. The correct replacement should still be checked against services, tabling, dimensions and water treatment.
Previous and related search terms: Classeq P500A, Classeq P500DUO, Classeq P500, CP500, CP500WS, pass-through dishwasher, hood dishwasher.
Where the existing machine has an integral softener, steam recovery, special tabling or a different power supply, a&f should confirm the most suitable replacement before quoting.
Compliance, hygiene and environment
The CP500 has a high-temperature final rinse to support hygienic commercial dishwashing, but it should not be described as a guaranteed thermal disinfection machine. Hygiene depends on the full process, including pre-scraping, correct chemicals, water quality, temperature, staff routine and storage.
- WRAS compliant Type AB air gap is listed for the range.
- Temperature interlock is included.
- Dishwasher rinse temperature is listed as 82°C, with 85°C on the utensil programme.
- External softening can help protect rinse quality and reduce limescale in hard-water areas.
- a&f can assess the full dishwashing process where hygiene, compliance or staff routine is a concern.
Need help checking suitability?
Contact us for a free specification check or site visit before ordering. Call us on 01243 55 55 25, option 1 for sales support, or email sales@a-f.co.uk.
Product downloads
Helpful documents for the Classeq CP500
Download the key documents for the Classeq CP500 pass-through dishwasher below. These include the product brochure, quick guide and good practice guide. If you need help confirming the correct power version, water treatment or tabling layout, contact a&f and we will be happy to help.
Classeq CP500 pass-through brochure
Product brochure covering the CP500 pass-through range, key features, basket capacity, wash programmes, power options, water requirements and dimensions.
Classeq pass-through quick guide
Quick reference guide for operators, helping staff understand the basic use and routine operation of the Classeq pass-through range.
Classeq pass-through good practice guide
Practical good practice guidance to help staff use and look after the machine correctly in daily commercial dishwashing.
Need another document or more product information?
If you need installation guidance, compliance information, user training support or help choosing between CP500, CP500WS and CP500 SR versions, we will be happy to help. Call us on 01243 55 55 25, option 1 for sales support, or email sales@a-f.co.uk.
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