Details about how to safely
pressure wash the surface around the access point.
Before you begin
Ensure that your pressure washing
equipment fulfills the following specifications:
- Pressure washer Pounds per Square
Inch (PSI) must be less than 4000.
- Do not use a nozzle with less
than 15-degree washer tip.
- The pressure washing nozzle must
be at least 24 in. away from the access point.
Cleaning solution
specifications:
- Use only commercially available
cleaning agents and solvents to clean the access point.
- Use only commercially available
ice-melt products.
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Warning
Do not use
cleaning agents, solvents, and ice-melt products that are flammable, contain
polycarbonate or rubber dissolving ingredients, uses refined petrochemical
materials, and any other materials that can damage a concrete surface.
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Note
Do not use the
power washing equipment near power lines.
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Note
Wear safety goggles
with complete eye protection when using the power washing equipment.
About this task
You can pressure wash the access
point and the surface under a seat or a slope around the access point to remove dirt and
debris. ![Tip](images/tip.png)
Tip
The best
practice is to follow the pressure washing guidelines for longevity of the access
point parts.
Procedure
-
Use a prescribed pressure
washing nozzle to wash the access point and the surface around it.
-
Keep the pressure washing nozzle
at least 24 in. away from the access point.