If you are not aware of the safety steps to follow when using a ryobi pressure washer, read on:

More and more folks are purchasing ryobi pressure washer units for home use which is excellent. However, you should be wearing a suitable particulate mask (not the pedestrian sanding or sweeping kind) AND full eye protection whenever you clean. The water is customarily under a minimum of 1500PSI of pressure and part of the cleaning process is to remove stubborn and stuck on leaves, twigs, stones, bird poop, flaked paint, dirt, etc. courtesy of that pressure.

Often, cleaning or mildewcide chemicals are used in conjunction with the pressure washer. Any of these things – dirt, dust or chemicals – can seriously hurt your eyes if they strike them. Regular corrective lenses are not sufficient. Use a full goggle style of protective eyewear if possible but keep them properly shielded.

Homeowners and new or infrequent users should also realize that they’re possibly breathing in a lot of debris, dirt, pollen, bacteria and mold spores as a result of the pressure cleaning, especially since they’re usually standing closer to the surface being cleaned because of the shorter homeowner wands. They surely should NOT inhale the junk or dirty water vapor they’re shooting off of surfaces or any of the chemicals that they may be using. An N95 particulate mask that also handles nuisance vapors should always be used. The ones with the breathing valve in them are the more comfortable to wear, even though they cost upwards of $5 each. A box of 10 can be purchased for proportionately much less.

Be safe as you clean!

The Ryobi Ry80030 Premium Pressure Washer allows users to cut down job time with the power of 3,000 pounds per square inch in a single blast and a maximum water flow of 2.7 gallons per minute. The gasoline-powered pressure washer has a 7-horsepower, 4-cycle commercial grade Subaru engine. It also includes an easy start system and a task match system, which lets the user match different nozzles to specific jobs for more or less pressure. The Twist N’ Store handle turns out 180-degrees for cart-style transport and turns back for space saving storage when not in use. It also features an auto-lock quick disconnect wand coupler, an on-board bucket, dry-storage compartment and a wand caddy. The Ryobi Pressure Washer is available exclusively at The Home Depot, and is UL certified.

Ryobi PPW-3000 Petrol Pressure Washer Subaru Engine Max 200 Bar Pressure 211cc Engine

Features:

• 5 quick release spray nozzles
• On-board detergent storage
• Large wheels for easy movement
• Quick release hose attachments
• 9 metre steel reinforced rubber hose
• Powerful 4-stroke petrol engine
• Pressure adjustment control

Specifications:

• Power output: 7hp
• Pressure: 200 bar max
• Engine capacity 211cc
• Water flow rate: 600 litres ph
• Hose length: 9 metres
• Motor type:4-stroke Subaru petrol
• Weight: 43kg

Included as standard:

• Power lance

Petrol Engines
It is important to read all instructions regarding petrol products. 4 Stroke engines require oil and some machines are supplied dry (No oil to start with). Running a 4 stroke petrol machine without oil will result in the engine seizing and is not covered under warranty. 2 Stroke engines will have a mix of oil in the petrol this normally 1 part oil to 50 parts petrol but not always, again please read the instructions supplied with your machine. Petrol engines do require more maintenance than electric engines but if reguarly maintained they will normally give many years of use.

Here’s a great review of the ryobi pressure washer from net-reviews.com

When it comes to general household cleaning where water is involved, it is hard to go past a ryobi pressure washer. They make general cleaning jobs involving water use quick, simple and effective. There are many cleaning tasks where high pressure water flow simply outclasses your standard watering hose nozzles and the pressure they supply.

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