HDS 12/18-4 S: this entry-level machine in the Super class of Kärcher hot water high-pressure cleaners is characterised by a high water flow rate, meaning that it can even be operated with a second spray lance. The EASY!Force HD trigger gun uses the recoil force of the high-pressure jet, thereby reducing the holding force for the operator to zero. The high-pressure cleaner is intuitive to operate and transport, and thanks to the eco!efficiency mode, optimised burner engineering and precise cleaning agent dosing, it is also highly efficient and environmentally-friendly. The patented nozzle technology, 3-piston axial pump with ceramic pistons and the turbo blower, among other features, ensure an outstanding cleaning performance, while operational safety is guaranteed at all times by precise exhaust monitoring. The robust, corrosion-resistant chassis can also withstand tough applications easily and is simply and conveniently constructed. This allows easy access to all of the important components and ensures that operating data can always be retrieved easily.
Kärcher Hot Water Super Class HDS 12/18-4 S Classic
The powerful HDS 12/18-4 S hot water high-pressure cleaner offers a high flow rate and optimised burner engineering for economical operation.
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Technical data
Current type (Ph/V/Hz) 3 / 400 / 50 Flow rate (l/h) 600 – 1200 Working pressure (bar/MPa) 30 / 180 / 3 / 18 Max. temperature (supply 12°C) (°C) 80 – 155 Connection load (kW) 8.4 Heating oil or gas consumption, full load (kg/h) 7.7 Power cable (m) 5 Fuel tank (l) 25 Weight (kg) 179.9 Dimensions (L × W × H) (mm) 1330 x 750 x 1060 Equipment
- Spray gun, EASY!Force Advanced
- High-pressure hose, 10 m
- Spray lance, 1050 mm
- Power nozzle
- Pressure cut-off
- Optional two-spray lance operation
- Soft Damping System (SDS)
- Service electronics
- Two detergent tanks
- Dry-running protection
APPLICATION AREAS
- Vehicle cleaning
- Device and machine cleaning
- Workshop cleaning
- Cleaning of outside areas
- Service station cleaning
- Facade cleaning
- Swimming pool cleaning
- Cleaning of sports facilities
- Cleaning during production processes
- Cleaning of production facilities
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