Karcher HDS 6/12 C Hot Water Pressure Washer

Description

The Karcher HDS 6/12 C hot water pressure washer is a compact, single phase machine built for workshops, vehicle fleets, machinery and outdoor areas that need serious grease and grime cutting power. Delivering 9.3 L/min at 120 bar operating pressure, with a 150 bar maximum and water temperatures up to 155°C, this hot water pressure washer tackles stubborn contamination that a cold water unit simply can’t shift.

Key Features

• Flow rate of 9.3 L/min at 120 bar operating pressure, with a 150 bar maximum for tougher jobs
• Mild steel coil paired with an RM coil cleaning system to keep heating performance consistent over time
• 10 metre high pressure hose included as standard
• 3 kW single phase power supply, running on a standard 15 Amp circuit
• Water temperatures up to 155°C for cutting through grease, oil and heavy grime
• 2 year warranty, extendable to 4 years when the machine is registered online

Benefits

• Cuts cleaning time significantly on oil, grease and heavy grime compared with cold water washing
• Runs on a standard single phase 15 Amp supply, so it’s easy to set up in most workshops and yards
• Coil cleaning system helps maintain heating performance and reduces the risk of scale build up
• Extended 4 year warranty option gives added peace of mind for commercial use
• Durable build suited to daily use in workshops, transport yards and industrial facilities

Safety Information

• Wear enclosed footwear, gloves and eye protection when operating a hot water pressure washer
• Never direct the spray at people, animals or live electrical equipment
• Allow the unit to cool before carrying out maintenance or coil cleaning
• Keep fuel, detergent and descaling solutions away from open flames or ignition sources
• Only operate on stable, level ground with the wheels locked where fitted
• Always read and follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions before first use

FAQs

• What is a hot water pressure washer used for? A hot water pressure washer heats water before it reaches the nozzle, making it far more effective than a cold water unit at breaking down oil, grease and stubborn grime on vehicles, machinery, workshop floors and outdoor surfaces.
• How does a hot water pressure washer differ from a cold water model? Hot water models use a burner to heat the water, sometimes up to steam temperatures, cutting cleaning time and reducing the need for chemical detergents.
• Are hot water pressure washers suitable for commercial and industrial use? Yes, they’re commonly used in workshops, transport yards, food processing areas and agricultural sites where heavy grease and contamination need to be removed quickly.
• What does a coil cleaning system do on a hot water pressure washer? It runs a descaling solution through the heating coil to clear mineral build up, helping the machine maintain consistent heating performance and extending the coil’s working life.
• Do hot water pressure washers require regular servicing? Yes, routine servicing of the burner, heating coil and pump keeps the machine running safely and efficiently, with annual maintenance recommended for regular commercial use.

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