And when your cleaning blast needs a detergent boost, simply click to connect the included foam cannon. Or swap in one of the two included attachments — the soft bristle brush to wash away tough gunk or the wheel and rim brush to break down stubborn road grime. If you intend Champion Power Equipment to use detergent for your cleaning job, fill the two detergent tanks with pressure washer cleaner. “Many of the stone/concrete surfaces that we cleaned had dark stains and/or green moss which had developed for many years ,” continued the same five-star reviewer.
Its cleaning abilities are less than spectacular and it’s loud for an electric model. That being said, if you don’t need heavy-duty performance and you don’t mind a few extra decibels — the SPX 3000 is a great choice. The Sun Joe Pressure Washer has a trigger lock to keep the spray wand from spraying accidentally, which could damage some surfaces or injure someone if hit with the high-pressure spray up close.
Also, check if the extension cable is fine if you use that. To troubleshoot your Sun Joe pressure washer, the first step is to identify the type of problem. Is the pressure washer not producing the correct pressure? Or is the pressure washer pump or another part of the machine leaking?
But I just couldn’t find enough material on the net about it, and that worried me about any servicing and warranty issues we may have. Another popular brand we tested was the AR Blue Clean AR383. Same Champion Power Equipment with the new on the market, Briggs & Stratton at $150, but once again nice psi at 1800 but a fall down in gpm at only 1.2. Alex is a lawn tool enthusiast who cut his teeth as a normal Joe lawn dad.
Gas-powered models typically have larger wheels that are solid or have pneumatic-rubber tires. Pneumatic tires can provide extra shock absorption, though they also lose air over time. The trigger handle is lightweight, easy to control, and didn’t make my hand ache.
The large dial lets you specify which tank and how much liquid to dispense. It’s important to note that SPX3000 has a downstream injector meaning chemicals don’t pass through the pump . I just bought the SPX3500 to take care of some more stubborn driveway cleaning chores that my SPX3000 couldn’t. Imagine my surprise when the 3500 would barely power the 13″ pressure washer surface cleaner my 3000 model would. The pressure coming out the other end would barely take the mildew off the drive let alone the grime. To ensure that your electric pressure washer has a long life, you’ll want to perform regular maintenance and cleaning procedures as outlined in the user manual.
I have it with some car wash liquid, but want to switch it for a vinyl siding solution. Many people have been happy with how quiet the machine runs. But at 81 dB , it’s somewhere between a hair dryer and blender as far as noise goes. The machine is compact enough to easily store without it taking up too much space, although the handle does not fold down. It’s lightweight, making it easy to transport from one job site to another. Sun Joe Pressure Washer SPX 3000 is a powerful electric cleaner for decks, driveways, patios and even boats, RVs and cars.
The Sun Joe Pressure Washer comes with five nozzles, each with a different spray pattern. The 40° nozzle has a wider spray for gentle cleaning of surfaces that could be damaged by a stronger spray. The 25° nozzle is intended for general cleaning, 15° for tougher cleaning, and 0° for spot cleaning or tight spaces. The last one is the Soap nozzle for cleaning with detergent.
You can check the water pressure with a pressure gauge. And the amount of water by filling a bucket with the hose. If your machine does not do anything, the first step is to check the power cord for any wear and tear. Also, ensure that the AC outlet is providing enough voltage to operate the machine.
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