Wash 4U

SCBA cleaning machine

Key features:

Wash4U – Pressurized SCBA + Cylinder Cleaning Machine

(Certified for use in North America only. Are you based elsewhere? Check out the Wash4)

The Harstra Wash4u is a professional cleaning unit designed for the pressurized washing of SCBAs with attached breathing cylinders. Its integrated pull-out frame allows secure placement of complete breathing sets under pressure, ensuring reliability and safety.

Additionally, helmets, breathing masks/facepieces, and other small PPE items can also be cleaned in this machine.

Can clean

SCBAs with cylinder (under pressure, up to 4 per batch)
Helmets (placed on the pull-out frame)
Breathing masks (using the standard A03 basket or the optional AW4M mask frame – up to 18 masks)

Cannot clean

SCBAs without cylinder → see Wash6UHP
Clothing or footwear

After cleaning
After the recommended cleaning cycle of 22 minutes, the SCBAs can be detached from their cylinders to begin drying. It is recommended to dry SCBAs in a dedicated SCBA drying cabinet, such as the F12U or M45UB, depending on the drying needs of your station.

Position in cleaning product range
The Wash4U is the only model designed for cleaning SCBAs with cylinders still attached. For cleaning SCBAs without cylinders, choose the Wash6UHP or the Wash9UHP.

Included accessories

AW4F: Frame for placing up to 4 SCBAs with cylinders inside the Wash4U

Optional accessories

AW4M: Frame for placing up to 18 masks inside the Wash4U
AW43: Alternative frame for the AW4F, holding up to 3 SCBAs with cylinders
Baskets: For holding masks, helmets, or other PPE inside the Wash4 (fits up to 2 A03 baskets)


Dimensions	height x width x depth in mm
External	70,86 (94,88) x 52,55 x 33,46 (57,28) *with open hood and extended drawer
Wash place	26,96 x 40,55 x 24,01
Weight	881 lbs
External	grinded stainless steel type 304
Internal	stainless steel type 304
Doors	1 piece, vertical closing (front loader), with 2 handles and door Security/Emergency stop
Wheels	4 castors (inhibited)
Control	Siemens PLC
Wash pump power	2,2 kW
Wash pump capacity	185 gallon / per min. at 22 PSI
Wash tank capacity	24 gallon
Heating	9 kW
Three wash cycle times	5, 10 and 22 minutes
Wash temperature	adjustable to 130°F.
Wash system	moving wash frame with plastic blue nozzles on 4 sides
Cleansing dosage	automatic, adjustable
Power rinse pump	370 Watt
Water rinse tank capacity	5 gallon
Heating	9 kW
Rinse time	adjustable (by factory)
Rinse water temperature	max. 130°F.
Rinse system	moving rinse frame with stainless steel nozzles on 4 sides
Neutralization dose	automatic, adjustable
Drain pump	80 Watt

Cabinet door
Filter (inside washing area)
Electrical cabinet/door
Motor + wash tank compartment
Cabinet door hinges and gas springs
Control panel
Main Switch
Castors

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Compare models to find the best fit for your station

Wash 36

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Wash 4

Cleans up to 4 pressurized SCBAs with cylinders per cycle. Also cleans masks and helmets.

Wash 6HP

Cleans up to 6 pressurized SCBAs per cycle. Also cleans masks, helmets, and small PPE items.

Wash 6HP Barrier

Cleans up to 6 pressurized SCBAs per cycle. Barrier design allows for through-wall installation.

Wash 6UHP

Cleans up to 6 pressurized SCBAs per cycle. Also cleans masks, helmets, and small PPE items.

Wash 9

Compact cleaning machine designed for cleaning up to 9 masks or other PPE items per cycle.

Wash9 HP

Versatile compact machine. Cleans either 1 pressurized SCBA or up to 9 masks per cycle.

Wash 9U

Compact cleaning machine designed for cleaning up to 9 masks or other PPE items per cycle.

Wash 9UHP

Versatile compact machine. Cleans either 1 pressurized SCBA or up to 9 masks per cycle.

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