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How to Choose Between a Belt Drive or Direct Drive Pressure Washer

A direct drive pressure washer is typically more compact and the initial price is less so why would I select a belt drive washer?  Here are the 5 advantages of a belt drive pressure washer: Pump spins slower-wear is cut … Continue reading

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Choosing the Right Fuel for Your Pressure Washer

Keep an eye on the fuel spec you buy for your pressure washer. By using E15 fuel, you could cause major damage to your pressure washer. This new fuel is 15% ethanol and can lead to damage to your pressure … Continue reading

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New Ruling by SCAQMD Reclassifies Diesel Fired Pressure Washers

Rule 222 Filing Program: There has been a rule change regarding diesel fired pressure washers operating within the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) which will be helpful to owners and operators of diesel fired pressure washers. The old … Continue reading

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Using a Pressure Washer in High Elevations

When operating a pressure washer in high elevations, there are various factors that need to be considered to ensure that your pressure washer will operate as expected. High Altitude Kits are available for some power washer engines and serve to lean out the fuel mixture … Continue reading

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Locking Axle Kit for SS Series Skids

Locking Axle Kit for SS Series Skid Pressure Washers If your customer needs a locking wheel kit for their SS Series skid, you can order a locking kit option. This option will require a few extra days of lead time … Continue reading

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Spot Free DI Systems

For quality DI water, remind your customers to run about 10 gallons of water through a new set of filters to ‘activate’ them. Learn more about our Spot Free Rinse Systems

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Help your SC generator last longer

Hydro Tek model SC & SCU operators: verify that the burner rocker switch is in the “off” position before starting up the gasoline or diesel powered systems. The burner switch should also be turned “off” before shutting off the system. … Continue reading

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Keeping your burner and coil tuned saves money.

Does your burner consistently go on off, on off while you’re working?  Does it frustrate you having the water go cold hot cold hot?  This could indicate some simple adjustments or major concerns.  When operating, a well-tuned burner and coil … Continue reading

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Why the Hydro Tek Systems media filtration works.

Improving wash water filtration performance translates to improved water quality through the use of high quality products. Hydro Tek Systems uses only high quality filter media and components. Our media bed’s performance in filtering wash-water is achieved by the use … Continue reading

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High Efficiency Electric Pressure Washer Motors

For those customers watching their electric power usage, there are four new motors in our electric pressure washer models that have been measured & found to use less wattage than the older motors.  Wattage reductions can mean a significant change … Continue reading

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