{"product_id":"cma-dishmachines-180-vl-tall-undercounter-dishwashers","title":"CMA Dishmachines  Undercounter Dishwashers - 180-VL TALL","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pd\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pd-title\"\u003eCMA Dishmachines  Undercounter Dishwashers - 180-VL TALL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pd-subtitle\"\u003e3-door, single-rack, heat-recovery hood – built to run without a vent hood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pd-lead\"\u003eReplace your costly overhead hood and slash utility bills with CMA Dishmachines’ flagship tall-hood dishwasher. The 180-VL TALL captures otherwise-wasted steam to pre-heat incoming water, delivering a consistent 180 °F sanitizing rinse while using less than one gallon per rack—perfect for kitchens that demand full-size pan clearance and rapid turnaround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-section-title\"\u003eFeatures                    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pd-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVentless heat-recovery \u0026amp; condensation removal – no dedicated exhaust hood required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe-T-Temp system guarantees a 180 °F final rinse every cycle for NSF-approved sanitization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles up to \u003cstrong\u003e40 racks per hour\u003c\/strong\u003e on a quick 90-second automatic cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall 28 inch interior clearance accommodates sheet pans, stock pots, mixing bowls and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy-saving 12 kW booster heater \u0026amp; 6 kW wash-tank heater are pre-fed by captured steam for faster recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 HP wash pump and 52 GPM recirculation for sparkling results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-door hood works in straight-through or corner configurations—ideal for retrofit installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor Safety Interlock System (DSI) keeps doors locked until steam is evacuated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse pressure regulating valve, dual wash-tank screens and automatic heat-exchanger wash-down keep performance consistent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-stainless construction with adjustable bullet feet for years of corrosion-free service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pd-section-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance snapshot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pd-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCycle: 60 s wash\/rinse + 30 s steam evacuation (90 s total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater use: only 0.89 gal (3.37 L) per rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temps: 155–160 °F wash | 180–195 °F rinse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash-tank capacity: 8 gal (30.3 L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-cly1{text-align:left;vertical-align:middle}\n.tg .tg-wa1i{font-weight:bold;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pd\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eCMA-180-VL TALL (Energy Mizer® series)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eRack capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e40 racks\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eClearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e28 in (71.1 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eExterior (W × D × H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e25-1\/2 in × 29 in × 95-5\/16 – 96-5\/16 in\u003cbr\u003e(65 cm × 76.7 cm × 242 – 244.6 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eWater consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e0.89 gal\/rack • 36 gal\/hr (3.37 L \/ 136 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eHeat sources\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e12 kW booster heater · 6 kW wash-tank heater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eWash pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e1 HP motor · 52 GPM (197 LPM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eElectrical options*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e208 V 1Ø 78 A · 240 V 1Ø 88 A · 208 V 3Ø 49 A · 240 V 3Ø 55 A · 480 V 3Ø 25 A\u003cbr\u003e(*factory wired 3-phase, field convertible to single-phase)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eWater inlets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e½ in hot (120–140 °F) \u0026amp; ½ in cold (41–65 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eDrain connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e2 in gravity, 11-1\/2 – 12-1\/2 in above floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-note\"\u003eWhat our Experts Think  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fib5o1\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"258\"\u003eThe CMA 180-VL TALL is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"129\"\u003ehigh-temperature, ventless, single-rack door-type commercial dishwasher\u003c\/strong\u003e built for high-volume kitchens needing fast, compliant sanitizing without a hood system. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l0yxov\" data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eIt delivers up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"301\"\u003e40 racks per hour\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a fast \u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"334\"\u003e90-second cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for busy restaurants, hotels, and institutional kitchens. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uftyn7\" data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eExperts highlight its \u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eventless heat recovery system\u003c\/strong\u003e, which captures steam and uses it to preheat incoming water—reducing energy use and eliminating the need for a dedicated exhaust hood. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r05l0y\" data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eThe built-in \u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e12 kW booster heater + Safe-T-Temp system\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures a consistent \u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e180°F final rinse\u003c\/strong\u003e, guaranteeing proper high-temp sanitization every cycle. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w6mp7g\" data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eIts \u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"930\"\u003etall 28-inch chamber clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e allows washing of larger pans, trays, and oversized ware that standard undercounter units can’t handle. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16cqmg6\" data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eBuilt with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eall stainless steel construction, automatic cycle operation, and wash tank filtration screens\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is engineered for durability, hygiene, and reduced operator error. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"493y26\" data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eOverall, professionals view it as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003ehigh-efficiency, space-saving commercial dishwasher\u003c\/strong\u003e that combines strong throughput, energy savings, and hood-free installation flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-note\"\u003e                 \u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A      \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"295\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eQ: What is the CMA 180-VL TALL used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"87\"\u003eA: It is a commercial high-temperature, ventless undercounter\/door-type dishwasher designed for restaurants, hotels, and institutional kitchens that need fast, sanitary dishwashing without a vent hood system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"342\"\u003eQ: What makes the 180-VL TALL “ventless”?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"345\"\u003eA: It uses a \u003cstrong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eheat recovery and condensation removal system\u003c\/strong\u003e that captures steam and preheats incoming water, eliminating the need for an external exhaust hood. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"742\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eQ: How much capacity does it handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eA: It washes about \u003cstrong data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"632\"\u003e40 racks per hour\u003c\/strong\u003e with a fast \u003cstrong data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e~90-second cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for high-demand dishrooms. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eQ: What size dishes can it handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eA: It supports \u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eup to 28-inch dish clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing larger plates, trays, and cookware. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eQ: How does it sanitize dishes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eA: It uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003ehigh-temperature sanitizing with a built-in booster heater\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e180°F final rinse\u003c\/strong\u003e every cycle for compliance-grade sanitation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eQ: Is it suitable for commercial kitchens with limited space?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eA: Yes. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003etall, compact footprint and ventless design\u003c\/strong\u003e make it ideal for tight dishrooms or retrofits where installing a hood system is difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-note\"\u003e             \u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ajm7wr\" data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"241\"\u003eClean \u003cstrong data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"187\"\u003efilters, scrap screen, and tank strainers daily\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent clogs and maintain proper wash pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13qojao\" data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eRun \u003cstrong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"310\"\u003edelime\/clean cycle weekly (more often in hard water areas)\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent scale buildup in the booster heater and wash tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1742ewa\" data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eInspect and clean \u003cstrong data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"426\"\u003ewash \u0026amp; rinse arms regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure full spray coverage and proper sanitizing performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dajdnk\" data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eWipe \u003cstrong data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"542\"\u003edoor gaskets and interior seals daily\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent leaks, heat loss, and bacteria buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"182bj7\" data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eEnsure \u003cstrong data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eSafe-T-Temp final rinse reaches ~180°F\u003c\/strong\u003e for proper sanitization every cycle. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oc52dr\" data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eKeep \u003cstrong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eventless heat recovery system vents clean and unobstructed\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient steam removal and energy recovery. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"79dvzz\" data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eCheck and clear the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003edrain system regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e to avoid backups and overflow issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18eyinv\" data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eMaintain proper \u003cstrong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003ewater supply temperature (120–140°F recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e for stable cycle performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c5e5pn\" data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eLeave \u003cstrong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003edoor open after service hours\u003c\/strong\u003e to air-dry the chamber and reduce odor or bacterial growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kdgtz0\" data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eSchedule \u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eprofessional servicing periodically\u003c\/strong\u003e for booster heater, pumps, and sensors to ensure long-term reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CMA Dishmachines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45620451115199,"sku":"180-VL TALL","price":18903.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/5703\/0079\/files\/picture_a1f1ecd9-cdad-4c69-98ba-e42148d5ddb6.png?v=1778316125","url":"https:\/\/backyardprovider.com\/products\/cma-dishmachines-180-vl-tall-undercounter-dishwashers","provider":"Your Outdoor Setup Starts Here","version":"1.0","type":"link"}