Using Salts Gone with a Pressure Washer: A Complete Guide

Using a pressure washer to apply Salts Gone is absolutely possible and, in fact, many of our customers use this method with great success. The key to getting it right is ensuring the proper dilution ratio, which requires a little bit of calculation based on your pressure washer’s settings.

Step 1: Find Your Pressure Washer’s Dilution Ratio

Before you begin, check your pressure washer’s manual or the manufacturer’s website to determine its built-in dilution setting. Many pressure washers have a fixed ratio, which dictates how much detergent is drawn into the water stream. Salts Gone should be applied at a 1:100 ratio (1 part Salts Gone to 100 parts water). If your pressure washer has a default setting lower than 1:100 (e.g., 1:10 or 1:20), it will pull too much Salts Gone unless you pre-dilute it. Here are a few common scenarios:

• 1:10 Ratio: If your pressure washer’s default setting is 1:10, this means it pulls one part cleaner for every 10 parts water. Since Salts Gone should be applied at a 1:100 ratio, you’ll need to pre-dilute it. Mix 1 part Salts Gone with 10 parts water before adding it to the pressure washer detergent tank.

• 1:20 Ratio: A 1:20 setting means the washer pulls one part cleaner for every 20 parts water. In this case, mix 1 part Salts Gone with 5 parts water before adding it to the tank.

• Unknown Ratio: If you’re unsure of your pressure washer’s dilution rate and can’t find the information, start by mixing 1 part Salts Gone with 1 part water in the detergent tank. From there, you can adjust based on performance.

Step 2: Application Process

1. Pre-Rinse (Optional): If your surface is covered in heavy debris or grime, a quick rinse with plain water can help knock some of that debris off.

2. Apply Salts Gone: Use the pressure washer’s detergent setting to spray the solution evenly over the surface.

3. Let It Sit: Allow Salts Gone to work for a minute or so (30 seconds minimum), no scrubbing necessary to neutralize the salts.

4. Rinse Thoroughly: Switch back to plain water and rinse the surface completely.

Step 3: The Easiest Method – The Salts Gone Metering Pump

For those looking for a hassle-free and precise way to apply Salts Gone, our Salts Gone Metering Pump is the best option. This specialized pump allows you to set the exact dilution ratio, ensuring perfect application every time. The pump pulls Salts Gone directly from a 5-gallon bucket and mixes it with your water source at the correct rate.

Important Note: The metering pump requires a pressurized water source, such as city water. It will not work with a suction-fed tank.

Final Thoughts

Using a pressure washer with Salts Gone is a fast and effective way to remove salt and prevent corrosion. Just take a few moments to determine the correct dilution, and you’ll have a seamless cleaning process. Whether using a standard pressure washer tank, manually pre-diluting, or taking advantage of our metering pump, there’s an option that fits your needs!

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