An aqueous agitating parts washer for large parts featuring an air-operated platform that lowers for soaking and agitating the soiled parts to enhance cleaning. The air-operated lid raises and lowers hands-free so that other tasks can be performed. The agitation speed is adjustable by the operator depending on the automated cleaning speed required. The heater is independently programmable for each day of the week, depending on work schedules or can be operated manually.