{"id":9,"date":"2021-06-15T18:13:51","date_gmt":"2021-06-15T18:13:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turnupthepressure.com\/?p=9"},"modified":"2021-10-20T21:28:12","modified_gmt":"2021-10-20T21:28:12","slug":"how-to-drain-oil-from-a-pressure-washer-easy-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turnupthepressure.com\/how-to-drain-oil-from-a-pressure-washer-easy-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Drain Oil from a Pressure Washer (Easy Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It\u2019s important to replace the oil in your pressure washer to ensure it lasts as long as possible and works properly. Removing oil from a pressure washer can be an easy task if you follow our three simple steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can drain oil from a pressure washer by simply removing the oil cap on the water pump and then tilting the pressure washer to drain the used oil into a container. You will then tilt the unit back into the opposite direction after you have drained the oil. There are many other things to know when it comes to removing the oil from your pressure washer and how to replace the oil. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are going to go over everything you need to know about replacing the oil and maintaining your pressure washer. Let\u2019s dive right in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Purging The Pump Of Contaminants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Purging the pump of contaminants simply prepares the pressure washer for the oil change and use. First, you will need to turn on the supply water and then remove the wand from the spray gun<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, you will need to start the engine and hold down the spray gun trigger. You will need to hold the trigger until there is a constant stream of water. It\u2019s recommended that you hold the trigger for about two minutes and then engage the trigger safety latch. After you\u2019ve completed those steps, you are ready to refasten the wand onto the spray gun.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Draining The Oil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Now that you\u2019ve gotten rid of the contaminants in the pump, you are ready to drain the oil. The first step to draining the oil is to remove the oil cap on the water pump with a wrench<\/strong>. Next, you will need to tilt the pressure washer at a certain angle to pour the used oil into a different container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you\u2019ve removed all of the oil, you can tilt your pressure washer back into its regular position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Replacing The Oil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve drained the oil, you are ready for the last step which is changing the pump oil. The first thing you will need to do is fill the water pump with new oil.<\/strong> You should always follow the direction in your owner\u2019s manual. Then you will need to reinstall the oil cap and remove any excess oil that\u2019s around the cap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are then ready to set the pressure washer in its upright position. Make sure to clean up any spilled oil and dispose of any used oil and spoiled rags<\/strong>. Makes sure to do this following the local environmental statutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you’re done with those three simple steps, your pressure washer is ready to use again! Here is a short video that summarizes the steps of draining oil from your pressure washer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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