Wednesday, June 24, 2009

THE DO'S AND DON'TS OF PRESSURE WASHING

THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF PRESSURE WASHING

PRESSURE WASHER DO’S

Test your pressure washer on a small section of the object to be cleaned and make sure that the pressure is adjusted correctly. Make sure you are using the right tip for the job, and the spray will not cause any damage to the surface you are about to clean.

Check your engine and pump oil levels on a regular basis and before starting your machine. Read the owner’s manual for the correct type of oil for both the motor and the pump.

Store your pressure washer in a well ventilated area. If the area is unheated, winterize your pressure washer to avoid damage caused by cold weather.

Keep your body parts and other people’s clear of any high pressure stream. Pressure washers are extremely powerful machines and need to be operated in a safe manner.

Pay strict attention to the distance the spray tip is away from the surface. If the tip is too close to the object you can cause damage to the surface.

Wear protective safety gear such as goggles or gloves for the job you are performing.
Use pressure washing accessories to make pressure washing jobs go easier.

Clean your chemical injector by running fresh water through it after every use.

PRESSURE WASHER DON’TS

Don't leave the pressure washer running while unattended you can cause damage to the pump.

Don’t add fuel or oil while the machine is running.

Don’t lend your pressure washer to anyone who is not familiar with its proper usage.

Don’t run your pressure washer for longer than one minute without pulling the trigger.

Don’t point the wand at anyone, even if the machine is turned off there may be trapped pressure in the hose.

Don’t pressure wash windows you can break the glass or ruin the weather seals.

Don’t use caustic based products or bleach with your chemical injector it can damage it beyond repair.

Don’t use hot water with your cold water pressure washer it can cause severe pump damage.

Don't spray towards any part of your body or towards another person.

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