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The high pressure ball valve shown here features rugged carbon steel construction, 2-way, NPT 3/8" F x 3/8" F threads, blow-out proof stems, Delrin ball seats, Viton 0-rings and 7,350 maximum psi. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘pressure-washers’
Duct Cleaners
March 31st, 2011 
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MOSMATIC Duct Cleaners are specially designed to clean Ducts, Trash-Chutes, Vents, Restaurant Hoods, Tanks and more. This is the perfect accessory for any hot or cold pressure washer. (more…)
Electrical Switches
March 29th, 2011 vdate 
Switch Types
There are several switch types, which may be used in high pressure cleaning equipment. (more…)
Electricity
March 23rd, 2011 vdate 
Introduction To Electricity
Many system controls are for incorporate electrical switches. To fully understand their action, you need to understand how electricity works and how to test circuits. It does not take a genius to understand how electricity works. The first step is understanding how electricity is measured. (more…)
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Tags: Chemical, Guns, pressure-washers, Pumps, Surface Cleaners, Unloader 
No Comments »Servicing Ceramic Plunger Pumps
February 2nd, 2011 vdate 
Servicing Ceramic Plunger Pumps
The most popular type of ceramic plunger pump today has a one-piece, forged manifold with caps or covers placed for easy check valve access. These pumps often have unitized, easily replaceable valve assemblies as well. However, removing some wearable parts may require a slide hammer or other special tools. (more…)
Oil Burner Testing
December 23rd, 2010 vdate Simple Testing Procedures
Simple testing procedures can determine if a burner is adjusted for maximum efficiency. For most oil burners this efficiency is between 65 and 95 percent and can be affected by heat exchanger or coil design as well as by adjustments to the burner. If an oil burner were operating in absolutely ideal conditions, its efficiency would be higher. (more…)
Trigger Gun Service
December 8th, 2010 vdate 
Diagnostics And Testing Procedures
November 10th, 2010 vdate 
The Diagnostic Process
When equipment service problems are reported, operators generally describe the symptoms they observe. The reported symptoms are often both severe and vague. Usually, requests for service are not made until the operation of the equipment has become unacceptable: that is, the equipment does not work at all, does not produce sufficient pressure to perform the desired cleaning job, or the boiler will not work and the cleaner is discharging cold water. (more…)
Pressure Hoses And Fittings
October 27th, 2010 vdate 
The High Pressure Hose
High pressure or steam hose carries the water flow from the pump to the unloader valve and onward to the trigger gun or lance. Hose used to handle fluid under pressure is made up of three components: a tube to contain the fluid, reinforcement to help the tube contain high internal pressure and an outer cover to protect the reinforcement. (more…)
Isolating Fuel Oil Pump Problems
October 15th, 2010 vdate Check Fuel Delivery
The very first step in diagnosing fuel system problems is to verify that the fuel supply is proper an adequate. Make sure that fuel is flowing. Start the cleaner and burner. Open the fuel pump bleed valve. If the pump is creating adequate fuel flow, fuel should come out of the port about two inches in an even stream. (more…)