The washer must only be used with clean water; use of unfiltered water containing corrosive chemicals will damage the washer. The machine is not suitable for connection to the potable water main. Fit the stainless steel lance into the trigger gun and rotate the collar until the two parts are completely locked (Fig. 9). Position the washer as CLOSE as possible to the water supply. Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.
Users have reported that the yellow nozzle worked well on cleaning mildew from vinyl and concrete walkways. The gray nozzle cleaned patio furniture and ceramic planters really well. We select, test, review and suggest the best products. We may earn a commission, if you buy something through our links. Pets, live electrical equipment, or the appliance itself.
Turn off the pressure washer and shut off the water supply. Make sure the safety lock is down and in its original position (Fig. 16), then press the trigger for a few seconds until water flow is steady. This will allow air to escape and discharge any residual pressure in the hose.
To use detergent, turn the dial to use the left or right detergent tank and adjust to set the concentration. I was happy to put the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric Pressure Washer to the test cleaning up my redwood deck and teak garden furniture. If your pressure washer is getting hot too frequently, this could be a sign that there’s either something wrong with it, or you’re doing something wrong. You will be receiving a welcome packet in 7-10 days which includes a sample pack of detergent and a new upgraded connection. Ned to be hooked up to water to get the pressure required to make the unit function. Can I use the soap option without being hooked up to a water hose?
Max PSI at initial discharge per CSA internal pressure testing. The biggest difference is the Sun Joe SPX 3001’s on-board hose reel. With its 2040 C.U., the SPX3000 XTREAM offers a higher overall cleaning efficiency than the Sun Joe SPX3000 and its 1798 C.U. Get the best value on product protection including fast repairs or replacements.
My complaint is that the hose connector that it ships with wears very fast. I’ve been through 2 of them and the threads on both stripped after just one or two uses. The threads are not very deep and are made of aluminum not brass. Therefore, you can only get the first few threads of the hose attached and the pressure of the water will eject it and strip the threads. It needs to be designed with brass threads and so that it grips most of the male end of the hose. Pressure washer comes with a full two-year warranty and is CSA listed.
For gas models, leaving the unit running without spraying water can overheat and damage the pump. Models with a thermal-pump protection, however, can reduce the risk. For electric models, extended use or the use of an improper extension cord can cause the motor to overheat. Models that claim to Champion Power Equipment have thermal motor protection will shut the motor in those circumstances to prevent damage. To break down and strip away dirt, grease, and grime, and up to 1.65 Gal. Per Minute max flow rate to rinse away tough oil stains, mold, mildew, caked on mud, rust and other stubborn dirt and deposits.
Not all pressure washers are built alike—some are powered by gas, while others use electricity. We tested this electrical power washer to see how it handled our outdoor cleaning tasks. An electric pressure washer plugs into a power outlet like any other electric appliance. Generally speaking, electric pressure washers are quieter, smaller and lighter than gas pressure washers. My 2000 psi Kracher only 2 years old was loosing water pressure.