Karcher HDS 12-18 4S EASY 3118PSI Hot Water High Pressure Cleaner

Name: Karcher HDS 12-18 4S EASY 3118PSI Hot Water High Pressure Cleaner
Brand: Karcher
SKU: 1.071-916.0
Price: 12099.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

SKU 1.071-916.0

BARCODE 4054278140384

By: Karcher

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Karcher HDS 12/18-4 S EASY! Hot Water 3118 PSI – Electric Pressure Washer

Master the absolute most extreme, large-scale industrial cleaning challenges and instantly obliterate baked-on heavy machinery grease with the staggering power of the Karcher HDS 12/18-4 S EASY! Hot Water High Pressure Cleaner. In heavy manufacturing, agriculture, and commercial transport fleets, relying on cold water washers is a massive operational liability. They simply lack the thermal capability required to dissolve industrial oils. This elite electric pressure washer provides the ultimate, uncompromising industrial thermal solution. Powered by a massive 3-phase, 4-pole low-speed motor and an integrated diesel burner, it delivers an earth-shattering 3118 PSI (215 bar) alongside superheated 155°C water, effortlessly melting the most stubborn, sticky contaminants instantly.

Designed for absolute worksite supremacy and continuous commercial deployment, the Karcher HDS 12/18-4 S features an absolutely massive 1200 L/h flow rate, ensuring heavy mud and slurry is pushed away rapidly. It is heavily equipped with operator-focused technology, including an intuitive EASY!Control dashboard, dual 10-Litre detergent tanks with automatic switching, and the zero-fatigue EASY!Force trigger gun with on-gun Servo Control. Operating from a 3-Phase 400V electrical socket while burning diesel for heat, these elite commercial cleaning machines provide industrial contractors, builders, and fleet managers with a virtually indestructible asset for maintaining massive equipment and vast property surfaces.

Who Is The Karcher HDS 12/18-4 S Hot Water Washer Ideal For?

The Karcher HDS 12/18-4 S delivers an extreme 3118 PSI, a massive 1200 L/h flow, and scalding 155°C hot water. It is highly recommended for:

Agriculture & Earthmoving Sectors: Utilizing a highly robust commercial pressure washer to rapidly blast heavy, hardened mud and clay off massive tractors, excavators, and scaffolding. The low-speed motor ensures it can run continuously without overheating.
Transport & Logistics Depots: Relying on the massive 1200 L/h flow rate and hot water output to quickly wash down commercial trucking fleets and transport trailers, drastically reducing daily maintenance time and chemical reliance.
Industrial Manufacturing Plants: Taking absolute advantage of the 3118 PSI output and 155°C steam stage to effectively strip heavy dirt, thick moss, and industrial grease from massive concrete hardstands and factory floors.
Construction & Equipment Hire Fleets: Deploying premium industrial cleaning tools built for extreme abuse, ensuring operators can execute 8-hour high-pressure cleaning shifts without suffering severe hand and forearm cramps thanks to the EASY!Force gun.

Key Features and Performance Benefits:

Extreme 3118 PSI & Scalding 155°C Heat: The ultimate degreasing advantage. The extreme pressure aggressively cuts through thick grease, while the internal diesel burner heats the water instantly. Hot water melts oil and fat effortlessly, drastically reducing your total cleaning time.
Massive 1200 L/h Flow Rate: Maximizes worksite efficiency. While heat dissolves the grease, it is the massive 1200 Litres per hour flow rate that acts as a heavy flood, physically pushing thick mud and debris away significantly faster than standard domestic machines.
4-Pole Low-Speed Motor: Built for extreme worksite survival. Standard 2-pole motors spin rapidly and overheat. This heavy-duty 4-pole motor spins much slower, drastically reducing internal friction and heat, extending the machine's continuous run time and overall lifespan.
Innovative EASY!Force Trigger Gun & Servo Control: The ultimate ergonomic advantage. The gun uses the water's recoil force to keep the trigger depressed, eliminating hand cramps. The integrated Servo Control dial allows you to instantly adjust water flow and pressure directly from the gun.
Dual Detergent Tanks: Enhances worksite versatility. The machine features two separate 10L chemical tanks. You can spray a heavy degreaser on a truck chassis, then instantly switch to a foaming wash for the paintwork without stopping to change bottles.

Technical Specifications & Capabilities:

Brand: Karcher
Model: HDS 12/18-4 S EASY! (Part No: 1.071-916.0)
Product Type: Hot Water High Pressure Cleaner / Heavy Duty Pressure Washer / Commercial Cleaning Machines
Power Supply: 3-Phase (400V) / 50Hz (Powers the pump and ignition)
Motor Type: 4-Pole, Low-Speed Electric
Burner Fuel: Diesel (Heats the water)
Maximum Pressure: 3118 PSI (215 bar)
Water Flow Rate: 600 – 1200 L/h
Maximum Temperature: Up to 155°C
Fuel Tank Capacity: 25 Litres
Detergent Tank Capacity: 2 x 10 Litres
Weight: 168 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'Three-Phase 400V' mean?

Standard wall sockets are Single-Phase 240V. This absolute powerhouse of a machine requires a massive 'Three-Phase 400V' industrial power supply. You must ensure your workshop, factory, or construction site has a dedicated 3-phase power outlet to plug this machine into.

How does a 'Hot Water' pressure washer work?

This machine is a hybrid. You plug it into a 3-Phase socket to power the massive electric water pump. You must also fill the 25L tank with Diesel fuel. The diesel powers a massive internal burner that instantly superheats the water as it leaves the machine.

What is the advantage of a '4-Pole Low-Speed' motor?

Standard 2-pole air-cooled motors spin at a rapid 2800 RPM, which generates massive heat and burns out under continuous use. A 4-pole motor spins at a slower 1400 RPM. This drastically reduces wear and tear on the seals, allowing the machine to run continuously all day.

Why is a 1200 L/h flow rate important?

While the heat melts the grease, you need massive flow (L/h) to wash it away. A massive 1200 Litres per hour flow rate acts like a heavy flood of water, meaning you can wash thick mud off a tractor significantly faster than a standard domestic machine.

What is the 'EASY!Force' trigger gun?

Standard pressure washer guns require you to constantly squeeze a stiff trigger, which causes severe hand cramps after 10 minutes. The Karcher 'EASY!Force' gun uses the recoil of the water to hold the trigger open for you, reducing the holding force to zero.

What does 'Servo Control' do?

Servo Control is an incredible ergonomic feature. It is a dial located directly on the trigger gun. It allows the operator to instantly turn down the water flow and pressure without having to walk all the way back to the main machine base.

Does it produce steam?

Yes. At its maximum temperature setting of 155°C, the machine enters a 'Steam Stage'. This is exceptionally effective for highly delicate sanitization tasks, stripping paint, or removing stubborn chewing gum from commercial footpaths.

How does the 'Dual Detergent Tank' work?

The machine has two separate 10-Litre tanks for chemicals. A dial on the dashboard allows you to select Tank 1, Tank 2, or Off. This allows you to apply a heavy degreaser, and instantly switch to a foaming wash without stopping to empty and refill bottles.

Can I run this machine indoors?

You must use extreme caution. Because it burns diesel fuel to heat the water, it produces dangerous exhaust fumes and carbon monoxide from the top chimney. It MUST ONLY be used in well-ventilated areas, like workshops with open roller doors.

Is 168kg too heavy to move around?

While 168kg is massive, the weight is absolutely necessary for the heavy-duty 3-phase motor and massive boiler. The unit is securely mounted on a rugged trolley with large wheels, allowing it to be tilted back and rolled smoothly across flat concrete.

Can I run this machine from a water tank?

Because it requires an enormous 1200 Litres per hour, it MUST be connected directly to a high-flow mains water tap. Drawing from a static tank will starve the massive pump of water (cavitation) and destroy it instantly unless a powerful booster pump is used.

Do you offer trade pricing for manufacturing plants?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides highly competitive volume pricing and trade accounts for industrial manufacturing plants, commercial construction teams, and agricultural contractors ordering heavy-duty pressure washers. Contact us to establish your account.

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