FORCAR Hood Dishwasher LAPI50CN for Professional Kitchens

A hood dishwasher clears tables and resets the kitchen without a separate wash-up area. The LAPI50CN from FORCAR raises the hood to load racks of crockery, cutlery and glassware, then lowers it to seal the wash chamber. Inside, rotating arms spray heated water at high pressure, lifting food debris and sanitising every surface. The hood's weight drives the spring-loaded lifting system, so the operator guides it up and down with minimal effort, keeping hands free for loading.

The sequence begins by placing the 50×50 cm glass or dish basket on the sliding tray. Once the hood is closed, the machine detects the seal and starts the selected cycle automatically. Four programmes adapt to the load: a quick rinse for lightly soiled items, a standard wash for everyday use, an intensive cycle for baked-on residues, and an energy-saving mode that reduces water and power consumption. A 6-character LED display counts down the remaining time, while a multi-coloured start button confirms the cycle is active. At the end of the wash, the Thermostop function delivers a final hot rinse to eliminate detergent residue and accelerate drying.

The LAPI50CN is built entirely of stainless steel, including the wash chamber, exterior panels and surface filter. Inside, composite washing and rinsing arms clip off for cleaning, and an anti-reflux valve prevents dirty water from flowing back into the supply. A rinse aid dispenser ensures streak-free glassware, and a self-diagnosis system alerts the operator to any faults via the LED display. At the end of service, a self-cleaning cycle flushes the system, removing scale and food particles without manual scrubbing.

With a 20 L wash volume, the unit fits beneath a standard worktop, taking a footprint of 703×757 mm. Its 8.95 kW power rating requires a three-phase 380-415 V supply, typical of commercial kitchens with heavy electrical loads. The 81.5 kg weight provides stability during operation, while the supplied inlet and drain hoses—2 m and 2.5 m long—allow flexible positioning near water and waste connections.

Cleaning follows from the construction: remove the wash arms weekly to clear any blockages, wipe the stainless steel filter daily to maintain water flow, and run the self-cleaning cycle nightly to prevent scale build-up. The rinse aid dispenser is refilled as needed, and the LED display guides any troubleshooting without dismantling the machine.

The LAPI50CN is supplied with one glass basket, one dish basket (12/18 place settings), a spoon basket, and all necessary hoses for immediate installation.