Step-by-Step | Protect & Maintain your Blue Clean Pressure Washer

Nothing beats the satisfaction of blasting away months of grime from your driveway, siding, or deck. Your AR Blue Clean pressure washer makes tackling those tough projects easy—but like any hard-working tool, it needs regular care to keep delivering reliable performance.

If you store your pressure washer without proper maintenance, you might find it sputtering or leaking the next time you need it. A bit of preventative care goes a long way: it helps prevent costly repairs, maintains high pressure, and extends your equipment’s life.

This guide walks you through every key step to protect and maintain your AR Blue Clean pressure washer. You'll learn the importance of routine inspections, proper storage, and why using a pump saver is crucial.

Why Routine Care Saves You Money

Pressure washers are powerful machines designed to handle pressurized water, but this puts stress on internal components. Hard water builds mineral deposits, and leftover moisture can lead to corrosion. Cold weather especially threatens pumps with cracks and internal damage.

Neglecting maintenance risks harming your AR Blue Clean’s pump—the heart of your machine. Damaged pumps are expensive to replace. With a simple upkeep routine, you safeguard your investment and keep your pressure washer ready for future DIY projects.

Step-by-Step Guide to Maintaining Your AR Blue Clean

Regular maintenance doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow these key checklists before, during, and after each use to get the best results:

Step 1: Pre-Use Inspection

• Inspect the high-pressure hose for bulges, cuts, or abrasions. Replace if damaged.
• Check the water inlet filter and rinse away dirt or mineral buildup.
• Examine all O-rings on hoses and spray wands. Replace cracked or flattened rings and use plumber’s grease to maintain a good seal.

Step 2: Proper Water Supply Setup

• Fully uncoil your garden hose to prevent kinks that restrict water flow and can damage the pump.
• Run water through the garden hose for several seconds before connecting to clear out dirt and debris.
• Attach the garden hose securely to the water inlet to avoid leaks.
• Before powering on, squeeze the spray gun trigger and allow water to flow through the wand until all trapped air escapes. This reduces internal pump wear and extends performance.

Step 3: Post-Use Flushing and Cleaning

• Turn off the power switch before shutting off the water supply.
• Shut off the garden hose after powering down the machine.
• Squeeze the spray gun trigger one final time to release any residual pressure.
• Disconnect hoses after releasing pressure to prevent damage and avoid sudden kickbacks.
• Flush out detergent: If you used soap or detergent [integrated soal systems only], put the siphon tube in clean water and run the pressure washer for two minutes to flush all residues from internal valves.

These steps will keep your AR Blue Clean efficient, reliable, and always ready for action.

The Secret Weapon: Why You Need to use "Pump Saver"

Using a pump saver is one of the most important ways to protect your AR Blue Clean Pressure washer. Pump savers come with a variety of applicators—some use aerosol cans with threaded nozzles, others like the PW64511 feature a threaded bottle that allows the pressure washer to suction the protective fluid in seconds. For more details or to purchase, visit the AR Blue Clean Pump Saver page.

For a visual demonstration of how to use pump saver and maintain your machine, check out this helpful YouTube video walkthrough. The video demonstrates how quickly you can apply the prouct to your machine.

What is a Pump Saver?

Pump Saver is a specialized conditioning liquid designed just for pressure washer pumps. It provides:

• Antifreeze protection to keep leftover water from freezing and cracking pump parts during cold weather.
• Lubrication for pistons and seals, maintaining their flexibility.
• Corrosion resistance to block rust from hard water minerals and residual moisture.

How to Apply Pump Saver

Applying a pump saver is quick and straightforward:

1. Turn off and disconnect the pressure washer's garden hose, high-pressure hose
2. Protect your floor, or place the machine near a drain or wet area accepatble for discharge
3. Attach the pump saver to the water inlet.
4. Inject or squeese the fluid bottle until you see it exit the water outlet. [you can alternatively turn the machine on for 0.5 seconds/ split second until discharge from squeeze style bottles]
5. Remove the pump saver and store your pressure washer. The fluid will stay inside, protecting the pump until your next use.

Winterizing Your AR Blue Clean Pressure Washer

Freezing temperatures can destroy a pressure washer if water is left inside. Always store your AR Blue Clean in a dry, climate-controlled area—such as a basement or insulated garage. Avoid leaving it anywhere temperatures drop below freezing.

Before winter:

• Drain every drop of water from all hoses and attachments.
• Hang high-pressure hoses to help remaining water escape.
• Disconnect the wand and spray gun, pointing them downward while squeezing the trigger.
• Apply pump saver liberally to make sure the pump stays protected during storage.

Troubleshooting Common Maintenance Issues

Sometimes issues arise even with good care. Here are some quick fixes:

• Pulsating Pressure: Likely caused by air in the system or a clogged nozzle. Remove and clean the nozzle, and purge air by running water through the gun with the power off.
• Leaking Water Connections: Usually due to worn O-rings. Replace any damaged rings and secure all connections tightly.
• Machine Won’t Start: Check your power source. AR Blue Clean models use a GFCI plug—press ‘Reset’ if needed, and confirm your circuit breaker is on.

Keep Your Equipment Running Like New

Protecting your AR Blue Clean pressure washer is easy and worthwhile. With quick pre- and post-use checklists, consistent use of pump saver, and smart storage, your machine will remain a reliable partner for all your outdoor cleaning projects.

Make pump saver part of your maintenance routine. Give your pressure washer the quick attention it deserves today—your future self will thank you when it fires up like new next season!