Norris AP500 - Underbench Dishwasher

Norris AP500 - Underbench Dishwasher

The Norris AP500 is an underbench dishwasher from Norris's AP series, designed to connect to cold water so it never waits on your hot water system. It suits cafes and small restaurants that run short of hot water during busy periods or want to stop relying on a large hot water system. Unlike the CafeMate and CafeMaster, which need a 50–65°C hot water supply, the AP500 heats its own water from a cold connection.

Key features:

• Connects to cold water, so there is no dependence on a hot water system
• Norris AWC electronic controller with digital display
• Short cycles for glassware and plates, a longer cycle for pots and utensils, and a manual cycle for baked-on soil
• Automatic detergent and rinse aid injection
• Recirculating wash system
• Takes plates up to 30cm
• Double-skinned door to reduce heat and noise
• Rear rollers for easy machine inspection

Specifications:

• Model: Norris AP500
• Usable wash height: 300mm
• Dimensions: 595 W x 660 D x 810–838 H mm
• Water use: about 2.5 litres per cycle
• Water connection: cold water, 1/2 inch BSP tap, 10 L/min at 200–400 kPa
• Drain: pump out
• Power: 240V single phase (see Power note below)

Good to know before you buy:

• Power: Norris has made the AP500 in 10 amp and 15 amp versions, and its installation manual calls for a 15 amp power point on a dedicated circuit. Contact us to confirm which version you need, and have a licensed electrician check your supply.
• Water and drain: it connects to a cold water tap and needs a drain within 1 metre, connected by a licensed plumber. We supply the equipment only.
• Ordering: this model is built to order by Norris and is no longer shown on Norris's current website, so we will confirm the exact specification with Norris before you buy.

Compare similar models:

• Norris CafeMate AWC: Australian-made underbench model on hot water, with a separate rinse pump
• Norris CafeMaster AWC: Australian-made underbench model on hot water, with a rapid-recovery boiler
• Norris Madison IM5: imported 15 amp underbench dishwasher on hot water

Common questions:

Why connect to cold water?
The AP500 heats its own water, so you are not waiting for a hot water system to recover between busy periods.

Does it dispense chemicals automatically?
Yes. It has detergent and rinse aid pumps that are factory set and adjustable through the control board.

Do you install it?
We supply the equipment only. It must be connected by a licensed plumber and a licensed electrician in your area.

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Warranty: 2 years parts and labour, plus 5 years on the control board, from Norris. Exclusions apply. We will confirm the current warranty terms with Norris when you order.