Did you know that a clogged or neglected water filter could be the reason for a drop in pressure when using your high-pressure washer? Let’s take a closer look at the importance of your pressure washer’s water filter, along with some helpful tips on its use and maintenance.

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WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A WATER FITLER IN A HIGH-PRESSURE WASHER?

Positioned at the water supply inlet, and before a high-pressure pump, a water filter has one primary job and it is to protect your high-pressure washer from unwanted impurities including but not limited to dirt, sand, and debris, that can cause internal damage to your machine.

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Here are 3 water filter tips to keep in mind when operating ahigh-pressure washer:

• It is recommended to use an inline water filter, of which most have filtering screens of 200 to 400 micron, to provide strong surface filtration.

• It is best practice to choose a water filter that can handle 2-3 times more water volume than your high-pressure pump pushes out. This will prevent your filter from clogging under pressure and at a rapid level/pace.

• CEMSA recommends checking your filter on a regular basis, ideally once a day, before using your machine. In the case of a blocked filter, water will be prevented from reaching your pump, causing high-pressure pump starvation.

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To find out more about our large stock holding of water filters and which one is best suited to your machine or application, contact your nearest CEMSA branch or dealer.