Power or Pressure Washing Guidelines

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.
Warning

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.
Note

Note

Do not use the power washing equipment near power lines.
Note

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

Tip

The best practice is to follow the pressure washing guidelines for longevity of the access point parts.

Procedure

  1. Use a prescribed pressure washing nozzle to wash the access point and the surface around it.
  2. Keep the pressure washing nozzle at least 24 in. away from the access point.