A turbo nozzle is an tool that is used in conjunction with a pressure washer. A turbo nozzle work by taking the single stream of water that emerges from the pressure washer and turning that stream into a spinning cone of water. The spinning action of the turbo nozzle are important because this action provide more cleaning power to the nozzle than a standard fan spray nozzle would be able to provide.
Consequently, a turbo nozzle can help to remove stains from surfaces, but you must select the nozzle carefuly to ensure that the turbo nozzle will not damage the surface that is being cleaned. The size of the orifice of the turbo nozzle is important in that the orifice size of the turbo nozzle must match the output of the pressure washer pump. If the turbo nozzle have an orifice that is too small for the pressure washer, the water will be forced through that small opening, increasing the pressure of the water to potentially damaging levels.
How a Turbo Nozzle Works and How to Use It Safely
Excessive pressure can damage the seals of the pressure washer and can cause cavitation within the pump. Alternatively, if the orifice of the turbo nozzle is too large for the pressure washer pump, the pressure of the water will be too low for the water to effectively spin the turbo nozzle and clean the surface of the object that is being cleaned. The type of surface that is to be cleaned determine the way that a person should use the turbo nozzle.
For instance, turbo nozzles can be used to clean concrete and brick surfaces effective due to the high level of power that the turbo nozzle provides. However, the high power of the turbo nozzle can damage wood decks or painted siding. Consequently, a person who use the turbo nozzle must maintain a safe distance from the surface that is being cleaned, and the turbo nozzle should never be allowed to remain in one spot; otherwise, the nozzle will damage that surface.
The type of fittings on a turbo nozzle must be compatible with the lance of the pressure washer. The size of the fittings will determine whether or not the turbo nozzle remains attached to the pressure washer while it is in use. Most residential pressure washers utilize quarter inch quick-connect fittings, while commercial pressure washers use three eighth inch or metric fittings.
Using the wrong type of fitting will lead to the turbo nozzle leaking, which will lead to a loss of pressure from the water jet. To ensure that the turbo nozzle continues to work effectivey, it need to be maintained from time to time. After each use of the turbo nozzle, the user should flush the turbo nozzle with clean water to remove any mineral scale or grit that may accumulate within the nozzle.
Most turbo nozzles includes a cleaning pin that is used to clean the nozzle, but only the pin that is created for that specific turbo nozzle should be used. Using a pin that is too thick for the nozzle will enlarge the orifice of the turbo nozzle, reducing the pressure of the water that emerges from the nozzle. The O-rings of the turbo nozzle should also be lubricated to allow for smooth movement of the nozzle components.
Finally, the turbo nozzle should be stored in a dry place to prevent the plastic of the nozzle from crack. There are a few primary safety consideration to employ when using a turbo nozzle. Because the water pressure from a turbo nozzle can be so high, the water can enter under the skin of the user or strip paint from the surface that is being cleaned.
Consequently, the user should wear eye protection when using a turbo nozzle, should release the trigger of the turbo nozzle prior to changing the nozzle attachment to the pressure washer, and should test the turbo nozzle on a small portion of the area that is to be cleaned. Following these steps will allow a user to effectively and safely use the turbo nozzle to clean an object or surface.
