Category Archives: Service Updates

When too much automation can lead to danger

Sometimes we receive inquiries about the automatic shut down devices for the gas powered pressure washers. On occasions, the untrained operator neglects to shut off the system when it is no longer being used for cleaning work. Gas is wasted … Continue reading

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115 volt and 12 volt Oil Burner Systems for pressure washers

 A different way to compare Sales of 12 volt oil burner systems have been reasonably successful over the last 18 years. In general, the initial cost of this 12 volt burner equipment, in comparison with the 115 volt oil burner systems, has been about 5% … Continue reading

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Easy Start Valve on a pressure washer

Easy Start Valve Warning Many pressure washer systems are outfitted with an “Easy Start” valve on the discharge head of the pump. A properly functioning valve serves to ease or reduce the internal pump pressure while cranking an engine to … Continue reading

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Pressure Washer Trailer Safety

For proper trailer safety it is critical that you check the tires for proper inflation. Some things to remember when inflating a pressure washer trailer tire (or any tire for that matter). Use caution when filling tires (or anything else) … Continue reading

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SCAQMD Information about pressure washers

Here is some information that we have come across that pertains to pressure washer emission standards in California. Other parts of the country can expect to see similar regulations soon if they are not already in place. Southern California AQMD … Continue reading

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High Pressure Pump Filtration

 Please recognize the importance of filtration for positive displacement pumping systems. Not all systems come with inlet filtration out of the box. Several models are configured for bulk tank feed and they must indeed be outfitted with filtration or the … Continue reading

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SC Series Changes

Recent revisions made to tackle severe over the road punishment some SC series pressure washer skids are subjected to when mounted on trailers without torflex axles or adequate suspension. Coil hold down bracket and panels are bolted on with captive … Continue reading

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Engine Warranty

Honda and Vanguard Engine Warranty Extended – The warranty on Honda and Vanguard engines we currently use on Hydro Tek pressure washers has increased from 2 years to a 3 year warranty provided by engine manufacturer.

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Meeting new pollution standards

What is the new black cylinder on your Hydro Tek gas powered units? It is an evaporative emissions carbon canister. There are additional other small changes such as new tethered gas caps and fuel vapor recovery lines, too. These are … Continue reading

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12VDC Ignition Control Board

The following models have been upgraded to include the BMC40 ignition control board: SC30006D12 SC35006D12 SC40006D12 The diesel fuel ignition coil control board for the water heating system and the associated BMC20 Cad Eye Cell serve to put the ignition coil … Continue reading

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