KARCHER WATER FILTER VACUUM DS6

Product Description

The Kärcher DS 6 Water Filter Vacuum Cleaner is a bagless canister vacuum that uses a multi-stage filtration system centered around a water bath to trap 99.95% of dust and allergens. It is highly rated for allergy sufferers because it emits cleaner, fresher exhaust air compared to traditional bag-based models. 

Multi-Stage Filtration System

• Water Filter: The primary stage where most dirt is swirled around in a water bath and trapped. This prevents dust clouds when emptying the machine.
• Intermediate Filter: A washable Teflon-coated filter that catches tiny airborne particles from the damp air.
• HEPA 13 Filter: The final stage that traps 99.95% of fine dust, pollen, and allergens, making the exhaust air cleaner than the ambient room air.

Efficiency & Power

• Energy Efficient: It uses a high-performance 650 W motor that provides the suction power of an older 1,400 W motor while using significantly less electricity.
• Constant Suction: Because there is no bag to clog, the suction power remains consistently high throughout the entire cleaning session.

Practical Design

• Removable Water Tank: The 2-litre tank is easy to detach, fill at the tap, and pour away after use.
• Automatic Cable Rewind: Quickly retracts the power cord with the press of a button.
• Integrated Storage: All standard accessories (crevice nozzle and upholstery nozzle) are stored directly on the machine in a dedicated compartment.
• Parking Position: Features a hook to hold the floor nozzle and suction tube upright for easy storage during breaks.

Handling & Reach

• Large Radius: A 10.2-metre operating radius allows you to clean large rooms or multiple areas without frequently switching power outlets.
• Telescopic Tube: The chrome-plated suction tube can be adjusted to your height to prevent back strain.

Technical Data

• Power Consumption: 650 W (provides suction power equivalent to a 1,400 W device).
• Water Filter Capacity: 2 Litres.
• Operating Radius: 10.2 Metres.
• Suction Hose Length: 2.1 Metres.
• Sound Level: 66 dB(A) sound pressure level (max sound power level 80 dB(A)).
• Voltage/Frequency: 220–240 V / 50–60 Hz. 

Dimensions & Weight

• Weight (without accessories): 7.5 kg.
• Dimensions (L × W × H): Approximately 535 x 289 x 345 mm.
• Accessory Nominal Width: 35 mm. 

Filtration & Equipment

• Main Filter: Water filter.
• Exhaust Filter: HEPA 13 filter (EN1822:1998) which traps 99.95% of dust.
• Intermediate Filter: Washable Teflon-coated filter.
• Standard Accessories: Switchable dry floor nozzle, crevice nozzle, upholstery nozzle, and FoamStop defoamer. 

Best For:

Allergy Sufferers & Sensitive Individuals: It is specifically engineered to trap 99.95% of dust, pollen, and dust mite excretions in its water bath, preventing them from being released back into the air.

Families with Young Children: The multi-stage filtration ensures a "hygienic" environment, making it safer for babies and toddlers who spend time playing on the floor.

Pet Owners: The water filtration system is highly effective at capturing pet dander and neutralizing odours that traditional bag vacuums might simply recirculate.

Dusty Environments: Households near high-traffic areas or expressways benefit from the "air purifier" effect of the exhaust air, which is often cleaner than the ambient room air.

Users Seeking Sustainable Options: Because it is bagless and uses water as the primary filter, there is no recurring cost for replacement bags and less contact with dry dust during disposal.