Reasons Why People Prefer Buying Petrol Pressure Washers in Australia

A petrol pressure washer is a device that creates a high pressure stream of water to remove dirt and grime from surfaces. Petrol pressure washers are high-power washers that are specially used for remove greasy and stubborn dirt and grime. They use a petrol engine for generating the power to create a high-pressure jet that is much more powerful than the small domestic electric pressure washers size can produce.

The pressure washers come in three categories – light, medium, and heavy-duty pressure washers. The strength of the pressure washers is usually measured in bars or PSI. A light pressure washer creates a pressure of around 1500 – 2000 PSI, medium pressure washers create strength of around 2000 – 3000 PSI  bar, and heavy-duty ones create pressures of 3000 PSI and above.

Medium and heavy-duty pressure washers usually consist of a petrol engine that is the best choice for where such machines are used. They can be used for cleaning large areas and heavy vehicles and machinery. With their immense strength, petrol washers should be used carefully. They should be operated in a well-ventilated space so that there would not be a build–up of fumes.

There are other reasons why people prefer petrol washers over the electric ones:

·         Petrol pressure washers create much higher pressure than those with electric motors, and higher pressure means better cleaning. Some heavy-duty pressure washers are can also be used to remove paint.

·         Petrol washers are more portable than the electric ones. Electric washers need a power source, usually an AC mains supply to operate and the wire cannot be extended beyond a certain limit. Many of the medium and heavy-duty pressure washers are fitted in wheeled frames that enhance their mobility.

Despite their advantages, petrol pressure washers become quite hot when used. You need them to keep them out of the reach of children for safety reasons. They also create a lot of noise so you should be aware of your surrounding when using one. Plus, you should also read the user manual carefully before operating a petrol pressure washer. It will tell you how best to use the various functions and other details like oil, petrol refill requirements and maintenance.