What's that Echo

Look a little closer. I know eyesight gets worse with age:D

This is a customer review from myself for the unit he is selling.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2591845887

Also 3 of the 4 things you listed above were things that Rusty purchased. Most of his sales come from referals, but just like anyone in business, more contacts means more sales. Ebay is just another tool for a salesperson.

By the way, the only thing I'll be throwing is a little salt, I'm tired of this ice.;)
 
machine size

Joshua, Are you still using that little 2.2gpm 110v machine? Giving it a 5 star review? Or have you upgraded to something more powerful? Time is money. You can always turn down your machine to fit a job. Its hard to turn up a machine beyond its max capability.

Just my thoughts.
 
Ok Michael now you are stepping on my toes.
I use 2.2 gal 110volt machine for most of my reservice work, and it works fine.
I do however have a 3000psi @5 machine for new work and a few places where it is simply necessary. Since I don't actively look for new work now we only pull it out a dust it off a few times a month, and then it is usually because a customer wants a sidewalk or dumpster pad cleaned. Haven't used it since November in fact
 
I see no use for a larger machine, for hoods anyway. The temperature of the water is what makes this machine so amazing. 1500psi @ 280 degrees is much more effective than 3000 psi @ 200.

I would like to get a higher water output for some flats and sidwalks that I do. This is a very small part of my business though, many other things need to come first.
 
Josh,

Have you put a test on that water temp. 280 F is right around steam and you're probably blowing thru "O" rings nightly. 280 F would do a number on the plastic. That's extremely high for that machine, 212 F maybe but 280 F is blowing the top off your little trailer. If it truly tests at 280 F I am going to get me one for backup.
 
There is an adjustable thermostat on the machine. It is set to kick the burner off at a max of 280 degrees. After testing they have found that 280 is about the hottest you can get before it gets dangerous When running on hot supply water the burner, after warming up, will run for about 2 minutes and then kick off for about one. This puppy is screaming, and yes shooting piping hot steam and water.

They supply high temperature o-rings to use with this machine, regular o-rings don't last long at that temp.

I use 3 mil plastic, I like the way it holds itself. It also handles the water temp well. Most use 1.5 mil and I haven't heard of any complaints, I'm sure it stretches a little.

I normally run the machine at about 240 degrees. This is plenty hot for normal grease.

I don't think it will last long as a back-up. If you get one I'm sure you'll be replacing your current machine and using it for a back-up.

I went from a 220 F to this, and the difference is unbelievable. You've got to run it to understand.
 
That high a temp (220- 240) will melt the roto nozzle parts and hi temp O rings. If you get one of those water temp testers and hold it in the stream you might be surprised.
 
Bryan, Opps sorry about those toes. Ive run the whole gambit on machines. 110v 2.2/1500 up to 5.5/3000 gas/diesel. I still have a 2.2/1500 hot machine we use for special projects. But the everyday machine is the Rk-21 trailer mounted. sometimes we throw on the 4/3000 with a hotbox and run 2 machines on really big jobs. We generally run it ( 5.5/3000) with a #10 tip wich puts it down to 1000 psi but still the 5.5gpm flow. Then we can step up when needed. You cant step up if there isnt another step.
Anyway time is money, work smarter not harder. Im not lazy I just into the economy of motion. And the high temp thing. I like staying at about 180 - 200 deg. Many reasons, safety, equipment failure, wear and tear. If you down stream chems they burn off after 250deg. having little or no effect. Most hoses are not rated over 250 deg. they will fail sooner. Orings, turbo nozzles dont like high heat. Also looking for good 110v service is sometimes difficult, low amprage problems. We always carry a 10ga. grounded extension cord at least 50 ft long. Well there you have it my rambling thoughts for the day. Everyone has their own personal way of doing things, to each his own. One last thought , Chinese Restaurants and a small volumn machine , Ill never do that again If I dont have too.
 
No problem Michael I have big toe's they will be fine.
To each his own I guess.
Josh I think they are correct, if you check the water temp I would bet it is not much over 200. If we run hot water through our machine it blows steam almost immediately, and pure steam while it may melt the grease it will not wash it away, just my experience
 
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