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HDS 12/18-4 S

Our new medium and super class hot water pressure washers not only do a rst-class job of

cleaning, they are also extremely rugged and simple to operate. The new ECO mode, unique to

KÄRCHER, makes them truly unbeatable. When the machine is set to this mode it operates au-

tomatically in the most economical temperature range. This not only saves running costs, it is

also good for the environment.

Water treatment unit

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In the Eco setting the unit operates in the most economical tempera-

ture range (60°C) with full water ow.

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Burner cycles are optimised to reduce fuel consumption by up to 20%

compared to full-load operation.

Maximum efciency

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Highly efcient burner technology.

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4-pole electric motor with 3 piston axial pump.

Storage

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Roomy storage compartment for cleaning agents, gloves and tools.

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Within easy reach for left-handed or right-handed users and ideal for

two-lance operation.

Detergent application

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Precise metering valve ensures low consumption.

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Easy changeover between cleaning agent tanks 1 and 2.

HDS 12/18-4 S, 1.071-914.0, 2019-03-29

Summary of content (18 pages)

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HDS 12/18-4 S Our new medium and super class hot water pressure washers not only do a first-class job of cleaning, they are also extremely rugged and simple to operate. The new ECO mode, unique to KÄRCHER, makes them truly unbeatable. When the machine is set to this mode it operates automatically in the most economical temperature range. This not only saves running costs, it is also good for the environment.
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TECHNICAL DATA AND EQUIPMENT. HDS 12/18-4 S  2-lance operation possible  Two detergent tanks  Economical eco!efficiency mode Order Number 1.071-914.0 EAN code 4054278140360 Current type Ph / V / Hz 3 / 400 / 50 Flow rate l/h 600–1200 Pressure bar / MPa 30–180 / 3–18 Max.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1–3 4 5, 11 6 7 8 9 10 12–14 15 16 17 18 19 Order Number ID Max. working pressure Length Price Description Standard with unions on both sides High-pressure hose, 10 m DN 8, AVS trigger gun connector 1 6.110-031.0 ID 8 315 bar 10 m High-pressure hose, 15 m DN 8, AVS trigger gun connector 2 6.110-030.0 ID 8 315 bar 15 m High-pressure hose, 20 m DN 8, AVS trigger gun connector 3 6.110-032.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 3 4 Order Number Flow rate Price Description Trigger guns 1 4.118-005.0 EASY!Force Advanced Effortless, not energy-sapping: the EASY!Force high-pressure gun uses the recoil force of the high-pressure jet to reduce  the holding force for the operator to zero. Servo Control 2 4.118-009.0 Servo control 1100 l/h  Quick connect  Included in delivery. 3 2.115-000.0  4 2.115-001.0  Available accessories.   Extension hose. HDS 12/18-4 S, 1.071-914.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1–4 Order Number Nozzle size Price Description Power nozzle spray angle 25° 1 2.113-027.0 68 Fan jet nozzle for large-area coverage and stubborn dirt and  stains. High-pressure nozzle spray angle °0 Power nozzle spray angle 15° 2 2.113-037.0 75 High-pressure nozzle with powerful jet for extremely stubborn dirt.  Power nozzle spray angle 15° 3 2.113-049.0 70 Fan jet nozzle with 15° spray angle suitable for stubborn dirt.  4 2.113-056.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Max. working Order Number pressure Length Price Description Rotating spray lances 1050 mm lance, rotatable, ergonomic 1 4.112-000.0 Nozzle light 2 2.680-002.0 Lance 250 mm, non-rotatable 3 4.112-027.0 300 bar 250 mm 550 mm lance, non-rotatable 4 4.112-024.0 300 bar 400 mm Rotatable lance, 600 mm, ergonomic 5 4.112-007.0 300 bar 600 mm Lance 850 mm, rotatable, ergonomic 6 4.112-006.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 3 4 Order Number 5 6 Price 7 Description Crane lifting kit Crane loading kit for HDS middle and super class NOCH NICHT GEPFLEGT ---------------- > Flame monitoring attachment kit 1 2.642-424.0 ABS flame monitor for HDS M/S 3 2.641-796.0 Effortless loading by crane. 2 2.644-053.0   More safety thanks to ABS HDS M/S flame monitoring system: A light sensor monitors the burner flame. The fuel supply cuts out automatically if the flame extinguishes.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 8 9 3 4 Order Number Flow rate Nozzle size 5 Diameter 6 Price 7 Description Hard Surface Cleaner FRV 30 Add-on kit hose attachment 1 2.642-528.0 Add-on kit dirt trap 2 2.642-532.0   Hard surface cleaner FR 30 ME 3 2.111-013.0 FR 30 ME surface cleaner 300 mm Hot water resistant stainless steel surface cleaner with double ceramic bearings, non-marking swivel castors and suction hose connection. Ideal for indoor cleaning, e.g. food industry.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Order Number Price Description Nozzle union Protection part TR only for replacement Spacer (including nozzle union) 1 4.112-011.0 Spacer (incl.nozzle union) 2 5.394-294.0 Guarantees constant safety clearance, e.g. for tyres and bodywork. Helps prevent damage to sensitive surfaces. Mounts directly to lance.  3 4.111-021.0 Kärcher rotary coupling prevents twisting and kinking of high-pressure hoses for ease of use.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 23 Order Number  Included in delivery. Price 23 4.769-006.0  Available accessories. Description For low pressure with machines above 1.100 l/h   Extension hose. HDS 12/18-4 S, 1.071-914.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2–3 4 9 10–11 12 5 Max. working Order Number pressure Nozzle size 6 Diameter 7 Price 8 Description Barrel and tank cleaning Barrel cleaner BC 14/12 1 2.112-020.0 The barrel cleaner BC 14/12 is a spray unit for the internal cleaning of containers and drums - in particular oak barrels with a capacity between 225 and 600 liters.  2 3.631-039.0 Depth of immersion 850 mm. Interior cleaning head for barrels and containers with bungholes of 50 mm and more.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 Max. working Order Number pressure Nozzle size Price Description Angle vario nozzle 0°-90° 1 4.113-008.0 Variable angle nozzle 0-90° 55 Variable angle nozzle for spray angle adjustment from 0° to  90°. For easy adjustment to all kinds of soiling and surfaces. 70 The dirt blaster with rotating pencil jet offers 10 times better cleaning performance. Ceramic nozzle and bearing ring for a long service life. Further data: Max. 300 bar, 30 MPa, 85°C.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1–2 3 4 Order Number Nozzle size Price Description Wet blasting attachment (without nozzle) Wet blasting attachment with flow control (without nozzles) 1 4.115-000.0 Wet blasting attachment without flow control (nozzles not included) 2 4.115-006.0 Paint, rust and scale removal made easy: Kärcher wet blasting attachment with flow control for adding blasting abrasi-  ve to the high-pressure jet.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 8 9 3 4 Order Number Flow rate 5 6 Price 7 Description Cup foam lance Foam lance TR 1 4.112-055.0 Packing complete for 6.394-968.0 2 2.112-017.0 Tank grey only for replacement 1L 3 6.414-050.0    900–2500 l/h Inno Foam Set Inno foam kit with detergent injector Inno foam kit 4 2.112-000.0 High-pressure foam system with double lance (foam nozzle and high-pressure jet for rinsing).
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 3 8–9 10 11 4 Order Number Length 5 6 Price 7 Description Automatic, self-winding hose reels Add-on kit hose reel plastics 1 6.392-074.0 20 m Add-on kit hose reel 2 6.392-083.0 20 m Hose reel, automatic, 20 m, painted 3 6.392-106.0 20 m Automatic hose reel for 20 m high-pressure hose. The console is made from powder-coated steel, the drum is made  from plastic. Automatic hose reel for 20 m high-pressure hose.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2–3 4 5–7 Order Number Flow rate Water feed temperature Length Length Price Description Solar cleaning – telescopic lances 1 4.110-002.0 max. 60 °C Telescopic rod complete 10m CFK 2 4.110-007.0 max. 60 °C Telescopic rod complete 10m 3 4.110-003.0 max. 60 °C iSolar TL 7 H (without hose) Hose solar  Included in delivery. 4 4.110-004.0 max. 60 °C 5 6.392-978.0 max. 155 °C 6 6.392-977.0 max. 155 °C 7 6.392-976.0 max. 155 °C  Available accessories.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1 2 3 Order Number Flow rate Price Description Push-on washing brush Push-on wash brush, M 18 x 1.5 1 4.113-001.0 Push-on wash brush for universal use. Simply push on to lance. Connector: M 18 x 1.6.  Rotating washing brush 800–1300 l/h 3 4.113-005.0 800–1300 l/h  Available accessories.    Extension hose. HDS 12/18-4 S, 1.071-914.0, 2019-03-29  Included in delivery. 2 4.113-002.
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HDS 12/18-4 S 1.071-914.0 1–2 3 4 5 Order Number Length Diameter 6 7 Price 8–9 Description Geka coupling With hose nozzle, R 3/4" 1 6.388-455.0 With hose nozzle, R 1" 2 6.388-465.0 Hose coupling 3 6.388-458.0 with hose liner with female thread    Suction filter  Water filter 4 6.414-956.0 Suction filter with check valve 5 4.730-012.0 Brass suction filter suitable for ponds, storage tanks, etc. With check valve. Fine-mesh water filter with adapter 6 4.730-102.