4400 PSI 4GPM Simpson Pressure Washer - Downstream
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- Опубликовано: 14 апр 2021
- In this video I review the 4400 PSI 4GPM pressure washing unit from Simpson. All connects are 3/8th in size. When down streaming, utilize a hydro flex (downstream chemical injector) which can be found on amazon... a lot safer than risking machine life by using the built-on SOAP injector.
LINK TO THE HYDRO FLEX CHEMICAL INJECTOR WITH QUICK CONNECTS
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PFFV819/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Finally a simple video on downstreaming thanks
Hahaha. Thanks
You can also attach the downstream attachment with the hose to quick connnect of the gun, granted you have to carry the bucket like a xjet, it does preserve the life of your hoses, and you never have an issue with it pulling chemical. Great video man nice and simple! 👍🏽
great info thanks
I own this machine and have been searching if I can run bleach thru the built in injector for 3 hours with no information. PERFECT VIDEO THANKYOU. I’m going to find a way to plug the factory one maybe get little more pressure.
nice
I know this is late, but I'd like to give a little tip to increase the longevity of downstream injectors.
1) Always, ALWAYS run rinse water through it at the end of a job.
2) At the end of the day, always take it off of your pressure washer, and give the insides a squirt of WD-40. This can double the lifespan of your injector. In a few cases, it tripled the lifespan.
Mine used to last roughly 2-3 weeks. So if you do the math, that's at LEAST $240 per season. So using the tips above, I cut that cost to $120 per season.
And thats just for one man and one washer. So those of you who have multiple trucks and aren't doing this... get on it. Make that money, and save yourself some more money.
Totally agree. Great stuff.
Thanks for taking the time and giving the tips. Ty my dud
Where are you saying to spray the WD40?
Thats for the video, I'm heading to Homedepot :-)
Great!
She's a beauty 😍
Hello there and thanks for the review of this pressure washer,it highlights some of the things that I want to know about the equipment.I just bought mine last month and did not use it until yesterday and the first issue that I have with it is water really dripping from the point where the hose from the tap connects to the pressure washer,I think it is called the low pressure side.I tried to tighten this connector but water still keep goshing out from that point.I connected an adaptor that allows me to use a quick connect,is therev something that I am not doing right or could it be that I did not use the correct size of adaptor. I will reelly appreciate your help because you have bought it earlier than me and will most definitely understand and know how it works.
Thanks for the feedback. It is possible the O-ring may need to be changed.
@@kevinbaker07 Thank you so much for responding this quickly.I went to check like you suggested and I did not even see any o ring there and this was due to the fact that the one that came with it originally was crushed in the box when it was delivered so I ordered another from Amazon as suggested by Simpson and I remember I put one but maybe it fell out when I was connecting the quick connect adaptor.I hope this solves the problem when I will be using it again,it is a brand new equipment and I don't want to start having issue with it now. Thanks so much once again and I really appreciate your time. So because we have the same brand and model I wish you a happy usage. 😃😃😃
I have a Simpson megashot almost just like that same built in injector on the pump I was wondering can it mess up the pump if you put on a down stream injector instead of using the one that came on the pump
No, it will not damage the pump by adding the additional piece to downstream. If anything, it actually protects the pump from the SH getting inside of it. Hope this helps.
Can you show us how the soap runs to the tube and out the spray gun ?
I did not record that part, this video was only a review. The soap runs through the siphon tube when the soap tip is attached.
Won’t the OEM downstream injector also be pulling as well? So won’t that reduce flow from the second downstream injector you placed? Only asking because I am about to run the same set up and don’t know if that is the case. Please help lol
You can cap it off, but I’ve never noticed a difference.
I just bought the Dewalt 4000.
I was very hesitant to do the bleach without having the xjet. But what you had is exactly what I think I will use.
Can you send the link for that additional adapter and name. So I can get off Amazon brotha. Thanks
It's called a downstream injector. I know the machine has one built on but search amazon "downstream injector" and plenty will show up. Find the right one for your unit regarding PSI and GPM. As far as tips, use a JROD and avoid XJET, but I know some people who prefer XJET vs JROD. Major difference is the XJET is way more expensive than JROD and I also believe JROD works better. Make sure you get a JROD capable for the GPM on your unit they sell a 2-3GPM piece and a 3-5GPM piece etc.
@@kevinbaker07 I actually bought that I just got my license and insurance. I'm located in Indianapolis, Indiana
Do you have a number or email I can contact you at. Want some advice with this here and can show u my setup brotha. I reached out to others but no luck 😕
@@debochannel4827 I don't want to throw my number out here lol. email me at lifexpowerwashing@gmail.com we can take it from there. Thanks
So I bought that exact one for my 4000 psi 3.5 gpm Simpson and it leaks so bad! Not only that it struggles to fit my pressure washing hose but clicks in perfectly to the quick connect on the machine
Check the o-rings might need replaced. If not, contact the manufacturer.
mine was leaking bad and I switched the o rings and it stopped the leak.
could you send me the name of the attachment in this video that bypasses pump to add cleaning solvent - I have a powershot 4000
Here is the link to injector and quick connect: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PFFV819/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
How heavy is it? Is it bearable to pickup everyday? Would I need ladder ramps?
6’2 165 decently strong to put in perspective
Not gonna lie it is pretty heavy. If you're gonna be doing multiple washes a day I would get ramps
So with the down stream injector attachment you CAN use SH?
You should always use some SH if you want good results
Bro do you know where I can buy that downstream injector add on you put. I just got my machine and I didn't know that thing you said that its for soap only.
So you for sure can't use bleach through the original one? Even if you flush with water after?
Here is the link to downstream injector with quick connects www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PFFV819/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You should run your chem mix (bleach and surfactant) through it together.
I do not recommend using the original pump, even if you flush with water, because the bleach can still find its way into the pump and cause defects and damage.
@@kevinbaker07
Great video dude. I just recently purchased the 3000, 3.2 gpm. And my down stream injector I also bought doesn’t seem to have any suction from the container that holds my mix. Do I have to plug the injector on the machine or what? Could you help me out with that?
Make sure your injector is rated for your GPM
Make sure to have the correct downstream injector (quick connect, do not hook it up to the one that is already on there). Connect it to where the pressure hose is (it should go from machine to downstream injector to the pressure hose).
@@kevinbaker07 so the one that's on the machine won't cause any issues when adding the downstream injector do you have to take the one off or plug it? Seems water is coming out of mine? Ay help
What pressure washer did get
@@germanking452 Simpson 3700 psi
Hey man, hope I can still get a response on this video. I know it’s been a while since it was posted. I have the same pressure washer, but I’m a bit confused. The injector that is built onto the machine seems to be after the pump… Why would I need a downstream injector? Where the injector is on the machine seems like it would not mix back into the pump
I can understand this concern. I find that it still has the ability to filter its way to the pump. Just the way these units work. Might not be much at all, but time after time it will slowly find its way to the pump. Depends on your usage frequency.
I thought the simpson one that comes on it has the arrow going out away from the pump already? why would you need to attach a 2nd down stream injector?
The built on chemical injector is meant for soap only… The extra injector helps maintain the lifetime of the machine and is easier to replace.
@@kevinbaker07 down streaming is down streaming. how would chemical suck back into the pump?
Pumps flow one direction in this case. If it were an upstream injector then no I would not use SH.
@@timothycurrie6841 you are correct, but those who use the machine frequently, i.e beginners machine for a business venture, will experience the chemical slowing going back into the pump. I speak from experience as two machines I had used went bad from me using little caution on the fact sh does travel into the pump.
The triplex pump on the 4gpm is terrible. The internal flange bolts broke on mine twice. Every 6 months.
Yea dude. If I could review the machine again I would but its gone already. Manufacturing error and on my eighth wash the gasket blew off and melted air intake. Had 25% left of the house to finish completest screwed me but luckily I know another washer in the area and we went back at 8am next day to finish.
Thx for this video. Do you have to cap off the original ds injector after installing the new one?
You do not need to cap it off but it can only help the lifetime of the machine if you do. I personally did not cap it off.
@@kevinbaker07 thanks, but if the original injector is not capped off, won’t it pull air?
I have the same machine and I use the injector like you said but water start coming out my original injector while it was pulling soap from the new injector what should I do ?
@@blakestephens703 i am not sure. Probably is best to cap it off.
@@beyondthesurfacepressurewa5552 i would disconnect then reconnect everything. If it continues to happen I recommend to call the manufacturer.
any chance you can share a link to purchase the hydroflex you mention in this video? I am still trying to decide which machine to purchase but incase I purchase the 4400PSI one I would know which one to get.
www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Washer-UW16-PW70B3-Adjustable-Chemical/dp/B01N6JT8XZ/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=downstream+injector+for+pressure+washer&qid=1621570765&sr=8-6
@@kevinbaker07 Thank you, appreciate your help. Now I need to see If I can just find one of those attachments that looks like a floor waxer that can hopefully remove weeds from in between the bricks.
@@johnnyotc8470 surface cleaner?
I have a question, and what you do with the downstream injector the one it come with the machine?
I do not use it. You can either plug it with something or let it be. I find that letting it be has no issues.
@@bennymendoza3465I personally did not plug it. Wish I had an answer for you, sorry!
What solution and ratio are you using in your bucket? And do you know the ratio of water to solution that the injector allows?
I normally go 2/3 bleach (12.5%) 1/3 water and just a little bit of surfactant. Sometimes a I go lighter on the bleach and do more half half mix. If you use 10% I would go no dilution. surfactant is crucial for more effectiveness.
@@kevinbaker07 do you use the same solution to soft wash a house ?
@@kevinbaker07 what exactly is a surfactant?
@@michaelknowsstocks5170 surfactant is pretty much commercial soap.
any problems with the pump so far?
No problem with the pump the there was a manufacturing error after 8 washes. The screws for the gasket got lose and fell of and the frame for the gasket then melted. Took the machine back full refund no problems.
oh its heavy out the box also. i keep mine completely empty on gas just to get it in the truck.
The box size can be intimidating lol
Do you still use this pressure washer and if you do...do you keep your hand on the gun so you won’t mess the pump up or you bypassing the water ... I’m asking because I have the same pressure washer
You can get away with hand off the trigger for about 30 seconds… whatever you are comfortable with. I’ve done 45-60 seconds and had no issue but do not recommend going over 30 seconds.
Thanks
And do you mix sh with the soap?
@@steveferere4168 Always mix SH with a surfactant (soap) for best results.
Question, could you run soap through the pump and bleach through the downstream?
You can, but it is extremely ineffective, dangerous, and you would have two siphon tubes, buckets, etc. You mix the bleach and surfactant (soap) together. Do not use dish soap or anything like that. Order the right stuff online which is surfactant. Use Dragon Grip or Apple wash. Only run through the downstream injector not the built in soap injector.
@@kevinbaker07 you mean a blend manifold is dangerous? I the question would be, what's the difference between what I said and a blend manifold
@@Johndoe-gn6mm I have no input on a blend manifold and no business discussing because I never used. Pretty sure you need an actual soft wash system to use one anyway. Putting dawn dish soap in bleach is dangerous because it creates a bomb and harmful gasses. Some guys do that and get lucky. In your case, running soap through the pump and bleach through downstream is so inefficient. Make your mix of bleach and surfactant then downstream from that bucket. No reason to have two siphons, utilize two downstream injectors on one machine, two buckets, and having to worry about a ratio just to look sophisticated. Hope that helps!
@@kevinbaker07 the better response would have been I don't know because it sounds like you don't really know anything
Hey man. So I actually have the smaller pressure washer right now that you previously had. And there’s no quick connect to connect the chemical injector(it’s built in). So would I need some sort of extender or adapter like you said? If so where would I find one. Would appreciate a response🙏
I wouldn't waste money getting quick connects for the 2.5gpm. They're just more convenient and give you the ability to add on the separate downstream injector. Rock with what you got, but make sure to have back up chemical injectors as you will got through a lot of them... but they are easy to replace. Worst part is being on a job and it busts and you have to leave after tinkering for an hour with no new one to install. they're like $5. heres the link for the machine you have www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DQX1BCT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So after you put the one piece on where the rubber/silicon tube goes you can use it for HS or is that still only for soap?
Yes. Granted the machine has the same piece, I recommend bypassing through the connector that I show in the video to increase the lifetime usage of the unit. PS always use SH, soap alone won’t do the job.
@@kevinbaker07 yo I’m 22 years old and I went door to door today asking to clean windows (my usual thing) and cutting grass (I have 0 experience with) also told the home owners I can do pressure washing, but I don’t even own one or know how to use one, but I just did 6 hours of research stumbling across your video, I was hoping maybe you could do a zoom call or something helping me start my business, I live in south Texas and I want to start my business so I could give my family some jobs, if you don’t have times I understand, the video still helped a lot
@@ohelio2766 could do a phone call if you want, follow me on instagram @kevinbaker07 and dm me I'll give you my number
Do you still have the machine? How has the motor and pump held up?
Negative, had a MFG error after a handful of uses.
@@kevinbaker07what was the issue?
How’s it been working so far?
It still works good.
on the chemical injector thats an adjustment for how much soap to pull up .
which part?
@@kevinbaker07 THE LITTLE BLACK PLASTIC COLLAR JUST SPIN IT . IT WILL ADJ. HOW MUCH IT INJECTS THE SOAP .
I’m trying to find so much info on buying the best pressure washer. I’m barely getting into this business and I heard not to buy any power washer from home debot why do people say that? Also is this a Honda engine?
Home Depot and Lowes tend to sell less efficient machines and they do not have strong wear and tear. If you are just getting started try to find a Tractor Supply... they have 4gpms. The one in the video does not have a Honda engine and just start with what you got bro good luck
Mine doesn’t pull any chemical out
The unit will not pull chemical if you are not using a softwash, low pressure tip. Let me know if this is the case, if not I’ll run some research.
What percentage of sh are you using? And wat kind of ratio are you getting from this? 1%?
I use 12.5% and mix my downstream batch 2/3 bleach 1/3 water. For harder spots I will go straight 12.5% to the downstream batch but always take more precaution when doing that because you can cause damage if it gets in certain spots.
You didn't show operation
Just a review of the machine and set up.
That injector is after the pump. Down streaming sh is fine!
It is fine for maybe one or two years but do not expect the machine to last any longer if you plan to down stream sh through the injector. The manufacturer also suggests you do not put sh through the chemical injector. The other machine in the video is a prime example of that
@@kevinbaker07 it’ll work until the Injector fails and then it will push sh back into the pump so yea your right it’ll work for a while but it is best to use an external but i was just saying it will work fine for homeowner use.
@@mattburns4407 For homeowner use you are 100% right, I was not clear with that in the video. Thanks
You could powerwash this house anyday 😏💦
I think ill take you up on that
Better get n external unloader or your pump will go
Can you please elaborate? Thanks
i have one of the Simpson 4 gpm pressure washers on my pressure washing trailor. used it for 3 years now i have a downstream injector on it as well. here is a video of me cleaning a house with it ruclips.net/video/HJMSfvoQeU0/видео.html
Thanks for sharing.
Has anyone plugged the factory injector ?
What’s your instagram? I have a few questions I want to ask you
My business instagram is @lifex_powerwashing ... ask me anything, if I can give you the right answer through my experience I will .. if not I can refer you to someone else
@@kevinbaker07Do you still pressure wash? I don't see your IG
@@user-uz8js5bm9ioccasionally I do, instagram handle is @lifex_services
Im about to text you on your IG Page