HDS 1.7/12 U Ed The upright hot water pressure washer for professionals. ergonomic & highly mobile hot water cleaner
Unlimited mobility. The new highly mobile HDS upright hot water unit from Kärcher brings high-performance anywhere it s needed. Its innovative upright design along with its ergonomically shaped handle and large wheels make the unit easy to transport over unsecured surfaces, steps and landings. Its integrated tipping trough and handles are ideal for easy loading and unloading, while and its compact dimensions and light weight make it easy to transport. The HDS upright features robust, durable, professional quality components, proven efficient burner technology and unsurpassed user friendliness. The HDS upright is just the right high pressure cleaner for builders, workshops and cleaning service providers. 2
Table of Contents New design. New functionality. New possibilities. Page 4 Impressive mobility and technology. Page 5 For flexible professionals. Page 6 Goes everywhere and does a great job anywhere. Page 7 3
New design. New functionality. New possibilities. The upright design is more than just a new form. It is a completely new concept for hot water high-pressure cleaners that opens up a new dimension: the vertical. All elements of the new HDS upright have been designed on the vertical. The mechanics and equipment as well as the control elements. This design brings with it new possibilities, above all unrivaled mobility. 2 3 5 6 4 1 1 Mobility n Large, robust wheels that make it over every step n Innovative upright design: superior in every sense n Integrated tilting aid: simply effortless 4 User friendliness n Central control panel: everything you need, right in front of you n Safety lock: no loss of fuel during horizontal transport n Optical fuel filling level indication: makes it easy fill up when necessary 2 Ergonomics n Optimally positioned push handle: effortlessly push and pull with a minimum of energy n Easily accessible fuel tank: easy, environmentally-friendly filling without spillage 3 Economic efficiency n Hot water 175 F/80 C: significantly increases cleaning power with lower operating costs n Triple nozzle with power nozzle contour: up to 40% more cleaning power n Efficient heat exchanger for low exhaust emissions and minimal operating costs n Downdraft burner - 92% Efficient, 25% less fuel consumption 5 Storage n Considerably reduced storage space: fits even in the tightest corners n Integrated hose drum with spray lance holder: reduced prep times n Cable hook: simple, practical, fast 6 Quality n Durable professional pump set with brass cylinder head: more power and endurance n Fine water filter: reliably protects the unit from damage n Exhaust temperature sensor: effective overheat control when water is low 4
Impressive mobility and technology. Kärcher has expanded the HDS series in the professional entry-level market with this new upright design. Powerful, robust units with incredible maneuverability. Compact, light, handy and very easy to transport. The HDS upright features numerous useful details that make working with hot water high-pressure cleaners more convenient, intuitive and easier than ever. 1 2 3 4 5 1 Mobile arrangement system Everything in its place, ready to go. The rear side of the upright range features numerous functions: a holding clip for the spray lance, power cord storage, nozzle compartment, accessory storage and tank lock. Also the support points for horizontal transport and the step trough for tipping the unit. 2 Clean and reliable The smallest dirt particles and suspended solids can impair the functioning of a high-pressure pump. The large fine water filter reliably collects them and allows you to easily check and to clean when necessary. 4 Versatile Cleaning The integrated detergent injection allows for easy application of cleaning agents. 5 Superior in every sense Pull or push the push handle to the perfect height. This a decisive benefit of its upright design. Regardless of the height of the user, the push handle makes possible the ideal individual walking position with a minimum of effort. 3 Unlimited ergonomics The fuel tank positioned high up on the unit can be easily accessed and can be conveniently filled using a canister. 5
For flexible professionals. Many professions in trade, commerce and services thrive from their independence of location and flexibility. For them the new HDS 1.7/12 U Ed is the solution for countless cleaning tasks. This is also true for every business for which the procurement of a hot water high-pressure cleaner has previously not been economically feasible. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Construction and related industries Cleaning a facade or scaffolding. Or preserving machines, devices and tools. Bricklayers, painters, tilers, landscape gardeners and janitors also use the upright range for dirt that is otherwise very difficult to remove. 2 Vehicle fleets, tire trade and installation vehicles Oil, grease and layers of brake dust are difficult to remove. However with cleaning agent suction and hot water such dirt is easily cleaned away. 3 Gas/water/sanitary/air conditioner installers Whether smoke resin, soot or other dirt layers in pipelines, hot water makes it possible to thoroughly and quickly clean away greasy and stubborn dirt. 4 Metal-processing industries Lathing, drilling, milling, sanding, welding and painting lead to the widest variety of messes due to lubricant, cooling and separating agents, mud or glue residues. It s good to have a mobile HDS unit with which every spot can be easily reached. 5 Plasterers and facade builders Clean substrates form the basis of professional facades. Powerful cleaning is required to gently yet thoroughly remove plaster residues, grout, residues of adhesives and insulating foam. 6 Cleaning services Whenever types of dirt are as variable as the locations in which they are found, mobility is especially important. Every object must be easy to access. Outdoor steps as well as rubbish containers, parking spots or underground car parks. A normal car should suffice for transportation. An HDS 1.7/12 U Ed can fit in any compact SUV. 6
Goes everywhere and does a great job anywhere. Kärcher s professional upright entry-level units. A new concept that not only features a new form of mobility for hot water high-pressure cleaners, but also high-performance, reliability and economic efficiency. Easy to transport An SUV is all you need The fuel tank is External cleaning agents- Two people, four corners. Due to its compact design easy to fill supply The hot water high- pressure upright units fit in every common Time is money. For this reason the For increased mobility the upright cleaner is easily loaded or unload- station wagon or SUV. Support tank filler necks are designed so range features cleaning agent ed thanks to its light weight and points prevent damage to the that the tanks can be refilled suction from tanks or canisters special recessed grips. housing during transport. quickly and without spilling. via a securely fixed cleaning agent suction hose. HDS 1.7/12 U Ed Technical data Type of current Ph / V / Hz 1/120/60 Water flow rate gpm / lpm 1.7/6.5 Working pressure psi / MPa 1200/8.3 Max. temperature F / C 175/80 Connected load hp 2.2 Weight lbs / kg 150/68 Heating oil consumption gal/hr / l/hr.84/3.14 Fuel tank gal / L 1.7/6.5 Dimensions (L x W x H) in 24.3 x 24.3 x 39 Equipment Hand spray gun Extended HP gun High pressure hose 33 / 10 m Spray lance 21.6 / 550 mm Triple nozzle Order number 1.064-009.0 Included in delivery. Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 620 x 620 x 990 Cost comparison The purchase and maintenance cost of a hot water high-pressure cleaner is generally higher in price due to the additional burner and its fuel consumption. However the use of hot water saves a considerable amount of time (up to 40%) while improving cleaning results. Since the labor costs saved exceed the purchase and operating costs over the service life of the unit, the use of an HDS is often the most economical solution, depending on its application. Cold water high-pressure cleaners Total costs 1-person / hour $30.00 Hot water high-pressure cleaners Total costs 1-person / hour $24.50 n Labor costs n Savings per working hour $22.50 $3.54 $3.96 $5.45 1) $13.50 $4.10 $6.95 n 1) Labor costs (up to 40% time savings when using a hot water high-pressure cleaner) ($5.45 18%) n Fixed costs/hour n Ongoing costs /hour Calculation based on 100 working hours per year 7
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