Step By Step Guide To A Water Fed Pole Window Cleaning Set Up

[@JasonDunlop247]

Any man that goes out of his way to help out others like your doing Dave, deserves a pat on the back and a pint of Guinness ☘

[@tgun9248]

Yeah dave thanks for that.theres now another 15 window cleaners setting up in my street.kids are gonna starve through this video🥺 😂😂😂.just kidding..top bloke and fairly local to me

[@TradMan]

Totally agree, Dave's a top man!

[@squeakycleandave1]

JD thanks JD. We all have to learn somehow

[@squeakycleandave1]

T Gun I’m sorry 😢😢 🤣🤣🤣👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

TRAD - MAN THE WINDOW CLEANER thanks Pete👍

[@douglaslee8000]

Finally a video that shows how its all done properly. Thank you

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@GNEClean]

Thanks Dave, No fluff, just all the essential info! Today I feel wiser than yesterday! 😀

[@SpookyGamerUK]

Hello there, I watched your video and thank you for helping me start a window cleaning round. I'm struggling to find the same Spring pump controller you used. There are quite a few other pump controllers but I'm struggling to understand what controllers could work with the shuflow pump and the wiring etc 😃 I'm a complete novice lol

[@squeakycleandave1]

That's quite an old video where I used the V11 basic pump controller. Nowadays most people sell the upgraded controller which is called the V16. Most of the major suppliers sell them. You might find that they bare in the suppliers own colours buy they are the same inside. This is a link to Springs website. springltd.co/v16-basic

[@SpookyGamerUK]

@@squeakycleandave1 Thank you so very much! I'm very thankful :)

[@dingodave3016]

Good for testing pumps this.weve got loads of spare pumps that probably just need a new pressure switch

[@synchronisticmelanatedmysitic]

Amen well done short and to the point no riff raff, thank you very much for this video!

[@mostlikelywedoitservices6926]

I am moving into window cleaning. I do house washing and roof cleaning now, and outside window cleaning just makes sense if it can be done fast and easily. I ran across your channel and it seems you have some really good content. Thank you.

[@squeakycleandave1]

thanks for watching and I hope you find it useful

[@sln101]

Really really informative video excellent thank you very much for your information I was just about to buy a water fed system I don't have a vehicle now I realise you definitely need a vehicle I take it I'm right thank you for saving the day ha I'll stick to traditional

[@squeakycleandave1]

If you wanted to start off small you could get yourself a water fed pole trolley. 👍

[@sln101]

@@squeakycleandave1 and don't I need a pump ect and vehicle to transport it? All my work is walking distance

[@ashleytaylor4543]

Big thank you .... I was about to spend a few grand and got up and running for less then 1k total ... Owe you a beer when pubs are open

[@squeakycleandave1]

🤣🤣🤣 I will hold you to that if you are at the cleaning show in September. Just kidding. Glad it was helpful 👍

[@pjaydomingo6629]

Wow! Simple and easy to understand. Well explained video. Thank you very much!

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was helpful 👍

[@underpressure360]

Dave, this is exactly what I've been looking for. Step by step instructions on what is needed and how it all works. I've been using a back-pack and have wanted to go to a van mounted kit but not knowing how or where to look. Thanks so much 🙏

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@MrKnightlore]

Well done Dave, I'm far from a noobie but learn a lot still from your videos and good to see how you do things.

[@squeakycleandave1]

MrKnightlore glade you got something from it. Thanks for watching 👍

[@timlee2639]

Brilliant makes so much sense and you make so easy to understand

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks Tim👍

[@NomadGuardian]

Thank You for Sharing

[@michaelanderson-gx7fg]

great video going to use same for daughters boat for the sink feeds thank you so much

[@Chequr_Prostate]

Good clear and concise video, should give anyone the confidence to build there own system.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks Andy. Just shows how simple it is

[@AMindInOverdrive]

I just love the accent LOL So cool just to listen to Dave speaking

[@squeakycleandave1]

🤣 I hate it

[@chelseajack1188]

hi would this work for softwashing roofs?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Yep 👍

[@crystalcleanexternalcleani936]

Great vid. I have just set up a anither van, cost me £300 using used items, works a treat 👌so basic but it's just a window cleaning van

[@squeakycleandave1]

Crystal clean external cleaning I think that’s the best way to do it. At least if anything goes wrong you know how to fix it👍

[@dutchshinewindows484]

Very good video explaining water fed pole system! Thank you

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thank you for watching

[@Asewitt]

Amazing video thank you for the easy explanation, massive help!

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@Asewitt glad it was useful 👍

[@SWEENEY561]

Great for beginners, All these 7 years wfp cleaning i have never known the shurflo pumps can have a hozelock connector fitted, i always had hosepipe clipped on . Hozelock so easier to connect and disconnect if needed

[@squeakycleandave1]

They can be fitted but personally I don’t find the hozelock reliable enough 👍

[@SWEENEY561]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks for replying dave ill stick to hose clips haha

[@jaa4735]

Amazing thanks very help full

[@gazogle]

This is ace! Well done Dave, this it the next stepfor me and you've made it look achievable. Thankyou very much for doing this

[@squeakycleandave1]

Gaz Ogle my pleasure Gaz👍

[@Corruptioncouple]

Where can I get one of these little extensions with a fuse holder built in?

[@squeakycleandave1]

amzn.to/42X2dAU

[@Corruptioncouple]

@@squeakycleandave1 Cheers dude!

[@simonwalkden697]

Hi thanks for the video surely will need some sort of water purifier

[@squeakycleandave1]

Yes definitely. I did a separate video on that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXXGmoKaZaySjq8

[@1stFlyingeagle]

Well I did not fiind spring on amazon. But I did find this. DC Motor Speed Controller with Remote Control 12V 24V PWM stepless Speed Control Switch 10A Wireless Speed Controller The pump I am looking at has its on pressure shut off.

[@matthewwright7831]

Thank you Dave, I think the wiring, all the hose fittings and clips is what looks 'scary' but you've made it look a doddle

[@squeakycleandave1]

It really is. Glad it was useful 👍

[@nwabisajordan]

Great and simple video Dave. I am struggling to get water flow when washing solar panels or window that are 3 stories high. Will a 12v pump and controller solve my problem? What GPM pump would I need? What the name of the full name of controller so that I may order on Amazon? Many thanks from South Africa

[@squeakycleandave1]

Yes, a pump and controller will sort you out. i have put an amazon link to the pump but couldnt find one for the controller so have linked a UK company to show you the controller. there is one main company that make them and sell them through all the main suppliers so look for a V16 WFP pump controller amzn.to/3JJLlGW V16 Basic 12v Water Pump Controller | Xline Systems

[@Spadunked]

Great video and you have given a really simplistic and easy to understand explanation. It would definitely make me rethink buying an expensive delivery system in the thousands of pounds range, and the money saved could be spent on a top on the line static RO to save needing to fill up at a spotless site.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Spadunked the static RO is definitely the way to go to save time and money 👍

[@AndoBMS]

Can you make a list of the parts or give link?

[@andrewokane248]

Really clear and informative video. Best I've seen yet.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks Andrew 👍

[@allsportsnow6806]

thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

You are very welcome 👍

[@lusean193]

Nice one Dave is a soft wash system the very same

[@TradMan]

Fantastic buddy well done!

[@squeakycleandave1]

TRAD - MAN THE WINDOW CLEANER thanks Pete. Much appreciated 👍

[@tonygounden7413]

Great video Dave thanks mate.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks Tony. Glad you found you useful 👍

[@alistairthorne3829]

Thanks Dave, I've been using WFP system for about 11 years and recently changed my van and put in my old system, with a few new modifications but I started having trouble with airlocks in the pumps. Thanks to your video, I now think this problem, which has been perplexing me for ages is down to having my pumps too high. I thought I would raise them to prevent damage from the reels, not understanding why they would be so low in the first place. I'm going to give lowering them a try. Thanks for your honest and helpful videos.

[@adeledrury1442]

Amazing thank you

[@kayaking4mentalhealth702]

This is great video I use trolley but I find changing my drums I end up with air locks most the time

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad you found it useful 👍

[@kayaking4mentalhealth702]

@@squeakycleandave1 yer just can't stop the air block got to point of thinking about changing to tank in van

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@kayaking4mentalhealth702 if you do go with a tank in the van you won’t believe how much easier it is

[@kayaking4mentalhealth702]

@@squeakycleandave1 I built van for company I use work for. But there outlay was much more and we had bigger van but now started by myself I could only get little van for now so thought trolley was the way but was thinking of changing over to tank. But just found out you should have a no return value mine missing so fingers crossed

[@AntsThemeParkAdventures]

Great video as alway ? What size fuse you use and what’s the holder for it called

[@mydays4387]

Lovely helpful video again Squeaky Dave!. Hope your well mate👍👌.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks bud that’s very much appreciated 👍

[@mydays4387]

@@squeakycleandave1 Pleasure mate.

[@marklownsborough]

Dave can you give more on pump (like psi) and what amp fuse did you use ..i know its a small thing

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@marklownsborough it will depend what pump and controller you have. The pump I use is 5.5 litres a minute at up to 100 psi and the controller needs a 10amp fuse

[@ArezSalih-q2r]

Thank you man

[@springeuropeltd7880]

Great video Dave! All Spring controller have a voltmeter built in to check the battery voltage anytime, just press the enter button when displaying the flow rate. We also offer controllers with split relay chargers built in to save on the extra wiring :) Great explanation of the delivery system!

[@squeakycleandave1]

Spring (Europe) Ltd thanks guys. As I’ve got a separate volt meter I forget you controllers all have them fitted👍

[@mustafaosman4853]

How do you connect to battery I know here you used clip for demonstration Great video as always by the way

[@squeakycleandave1]

I normally use a full size battery with terminals on. That is wired into a 12volt fuse box which I wire everything into

[@Schrecongostwindowcleaning]

Super helpful thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@Schrecongostwindowcleaning]

@@squeakycleandave1 gonna use a RHG pannel

[@HGVMe]

Great video. Answered a lot of questions for me Dave thank you.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@johnyoung1842]

Setting one up today what is fuse do I need thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

Off the top of my head I think it’s 7.5amp but it might be 5amp. Best checking with the supplier

[@richardeveringham1474]

Great explanation Dave 🤗

[@squeakycleandave1]

Richard Everingham thank you Richard👍

[@neilrycroft1928]

spot on Dave ya a great help , to all thinking of moving over to WFP , thanks for your channel , top man

[@squeakycleandave1]

neil rycroft thanks for watching Neil👍

[@mrb1983]

Great information, thank you so much 🙏

[@squeakycleandave1]

Mr B my pleasure. Thanks for watching 👍

[@LorenzoAPadulo]

Dave, most controllers allow you to check ur battery voltage so is there still an advantage to fitting a voltage meter?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Ive got one fitted so you can see at a glance what voltage you have rather then having to push buttons

[@111alien111]

You Legend.

[@squeakycleandave1]

😉

[@completeexteriorcleaningse750]

Brilliant Dave thanks for that will help me out big time

[@squeakycleandave1]

Old School Window cleaner glad it will be useful to you👍

[@524Windows]

My pump isn’t making the noise anymore and fuse are good . What else could be wrong ? Pump was working great

[@squeakycleandave1]

Check that the controller is working ok and see what the display says. Make sure it isn't frozen and that there is power going to it.

[@MrJdp1968]

Superb stuff Dave, your channel is excellent fair play 👏🏻

[@squeakycleandave1]

julian pierce thanks Julian 👍

[@spenceday1367]

Great video what sort of battery charger do you need thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

This is the one I use www.ebay.co.uk/itm/12V-10A-Connect-and-Forget-Leisure-Battery-Charger-Caravan-Motorhome-Boat-/114433522869?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286

[@spenceday1367]

@@squeakycleandave1 many thanks 👍

[@crystalcleanexternalcleani936]

Great vid always dave

[@squeakycleandave1]

Crystal clean external cleaning thank you very much 👍

[@G71cleaningServices]

Nice one Dave 👍🏻

[@squeakycleandave1]

G71 Cleaning Services Ltd. thanks Gordon 👍

[@dkscou]

Sorry to pester you Dave what is it called the thing you put the fuse just looking to build a unit thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

Not sure if you mean the fuse holder or the controller. The fuse is put in the line in a fuse holder to protect the controller

[@wayneebner1285]

Maybe a stupid question but can you run the pump of a generator?

[@varithmus1]

This video is great, thanks Dave. Which Shurflo pump would you recommend? They range from 20 to 45 PSI on Amazon.

[@traceyrogers5125]

Hi Dave. Im wantk g a two many system in my van. Would thos do the trick?. Maybe get it cknnected to my tank somehow?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Sorry i don't quite understand what it is you want to know

[@jamesm7953]

Hi Dave did you make those bulldog extensions yourself compatible with the controller connections or did you buy them from somewhere , I’ve just ordered my first tank and controller, the video Is a great help Thankyou

[@squeakycleandave1]

I think I cut them off an old battery charger

[@jamesm7953]

Thanks for the reply dave , I’m going to ring the cleaning warehouse on Monday and just clarify the type of electrical connections on the Shurflo pump /water genie v16 , not sure if there crunplock but il find out ! Thanks again

[@scottgilbert8549]

Thanhs Dave l though the video was great and so easy to follow Question is l have been looking for a system to soft wash cems on to roofs will pump take the cems through it or would it be better to down stream it and bypass the pump Kind regards from a total amateur

[@squeakycleandave1]

I might be wrong but with Softwash pumps you need a higher flow rate and less pressure which also needs a different connector . I may be worth you talking to Darren from DA Components www.da-components.com/12-volt-control-panel-with-chemical-pump.html

[@Laganfitness]

Can I use a bigger pump?

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@Laganfitness yes buddy. A bigger pump will use more water and drain the battery quicker. The 5litre/minute is the industry standard for window cleaning

[@Laganfitness]

@squeakycleandave1 thanks for getting back to me... I was goin to buy the pump here now today and the controller down the line a wee bit... but I'm havin trouble finding a water fed pole with a trigger...

[@kavostat8130]

Hi Dave Just wanted to know what amp is the fuse for set up, i mean the rate of the fuse amp Please let me know Thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

It all depends on what pump and controller you are using

[@squeakycleandave1]

It all depends on what pump and controller you are using

[@SloaneWalker]

Thanks Dave that was such a helpful and clear explanation 🤓👍🏻

[@squeakycleandave1]

Dave Walker Thanks Dave👍

[@stevenhensman2541]

How are you my friend hope you can help I have a window cleaning trolley I bore a pump a 130 psi To go on it The pump keep burning out Not working properly 3 pumps in 3 weeks

[@tomfisher9085]

Hi Dave, im just starting my business. Please can you advise what is the model of the Shurflo pump? As when im looking online they all say there desiged for motor homes and caravans. Is that the right one? Thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

Best thing to do is to search window cleaning supplies and see what they bring up as you know it will definitely be the correct one and there are other makes as well

[@tomfisher9085]

@@squeakycleandave1 Thanks Dave, please can you advise where you got the 12v inline fuse from with the crocidile clips? Cant find them anywhere.

[@dkscou]

Thanks Dave for the help on this really appreciate your videos you mentioned that some 25l containers have a barb on them at the bottom do you know where you can get them from I have to put the hose in the top and a lot of the time the hose comes out of the container and starts sucking air The barb containers would be so much easier Thanks Donald

[@squeakycleandave1]

I think these are the ones I had Induna Heavy Duty 25l Water Container X6 / Jerry Can Eco Vent Natural Single Plastic Water Tank/Carrier For Camping With Anti Glug Design & Bpa Free Food Grade Materials 25 Litres www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08RL6HFMN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_7RT8ZXVKM0NFA62NSVA2

[@dkscou]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks Dave appreciate you replying and your time

[@ragincajunsoftwash3642]

How many gallons per minute pump should I use ? New at Waterfed pole cleaning .. Have 300 feet of hose going to my pole . Reel is mounted on truck

[@squeakycleandave1]

Not sure what it works out to but I us a 5 litres a minute 100 psi pump buy Shutflo

[@SWEENEY561]

Can you put a likk for right fittings to connect onto pump to have hozelock connections on. i always order wrong sizes thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

This comes with 2 sizes. Off the top of my head I can’t remember which one it is but you get both www.screwfix.com/p/hozelock-threaded-outdoor-tap-connector/52973

[@uniteallaction]

great

[@squeakycleandave1]

uniteallaction thanks for watching 👍

[@martinseal1733]

Hi , just started mobile valeting , this system would also work in my van for getting water out to wash cars , yeh ?? Love ya vid 👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

Perfect 👍

[@martinseal1733]

Ok , a rough idea of price of these items please ? Thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@martinseal1733 cheapest way of doing it is to by a backpack from Gardiner pole supplies which which are about £100. These contain pump, controller and hose but I’m not sure if that would be a high enough flow. If you were going for a full set up you can get pumps with higher flow rates. For a high flow pump and controller it’s about £250 you then need a tank and battery + hose fittings so you are probably looking at around £500 minimum depending on flow, size of the tank you need etc

[@John-iy7qd]

Hi mate I currently started using an ro system connected to my outside tap but the psi is only coming out at 25psi and alot of people have said you need to be at least 50 psi for it to work properly is there any purpose pumps or ideas ya could suggest to boost my psi thanks

[@shaunflack7303]

What size is the fuse?

[@markgooding8131]

hi mate many thanks for the great video, what wiring/amp power would you use to go from main battery to the 2nd add on battery please

[@squeakycleandave1]

It depends on your split charger on how much power it’s delivering

[@markgooding8131]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks my other van never used one it was just a battery wire from the main to another halfords car battery then onto the pump, just not sure what they used as its someone else's set up

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@markgooding8131 I know it depends on what type of van you have but you normally would have a split charger or a battery to battery charger. You can have a wire directly but I wouldn’t. With the split charger or battery to battery charger it stop you from drawing power back from your main battery so if you are on a big job it’s never going to drain your main battery. It also makes sure your van battery is charged before it switches over to charge your leisure battery You will need to find out what kind of charger your van needs. If it’s a split you could get something like this. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5-mtr-Split-Charge-Kit-12V-140Amp-Voltage-Sense-Relay-110amp-cable-T4-T5-/202499940400?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286

[@markgooding8131]

@@squeakycleandave1 great thankyou for all the help mate, very much appreciated 👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@markgooding8131 any time 👍

[@stevebaker7937]

How much psi and gpm is that pump?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Its 100 psi at 5Liters/min 100-psi-shurflo-12v-water-delivery-pump-5lmin-908-p.asp

[@lucastoal8476]

I had a feeling this video was coming 😂👍. Good catching up this week Dave! Speak soon buddy. Fantastic vid 😃

[@squeakycleandave1]

Lucas, your local window cleaner! Thanks Lucas 👍

[@jaydee2559]

Can't help but wonder how the controller controls the amount of litres per minute? - the pump doesn't have any feedback signal wire, it just seems to be a analogue voltage output (or pulsed maybe) but designed to carry high currents that would fry a transistor. From what i can work out, it's not litres per minute but a voltage controller showing a percentage up to the maximum?

[@squeakycleandave1]

I don’t understand it either. That’s why they make controllers and I don’t 👍

[@MrBazinger]

Most switches, including the ones you displayed, have a voltage display built in, you don't need a separate volt meter with these switches.

[@squeakycleandave1]

MrBazinger that’s a very good point. Because I had already got my volt meter fitted and it’s on all the time without pushing any buttons I tend to forget the spring controllers have them👍

[@traceyrogers5125]

Hi dave do u have a link to the stuff thats needed?

[@craigbirrell2732]

Does the psi of the shurflo pump make a massive difference dave?

[@squeakycleandave1]

I would have thought the higher the Pam the more water it would push through

[@matthewevans4413]

Hi Dave, need a new leisure battery running two pumps and two electric reels..any suggestions on which leisure battery to get?

[@squeakycleandave1]

I would say anything bigger than 100ah. I’m using a 140ah

[@paulmccormack4972]

Hi Dave wondering if you could help me how do I connect the hoselock to each end of my pump my pump doesn’t seem to have any ?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Paul. Most pumps have a threaded inlet and outlet. This thread is the same size as the Hozelock style tap connector so will screw straight on. You can the connect onto this with your hozelock fittings www.screwfix.com/p/hozelock-threaded-outdoor-tap-connector/52973

[@paulmccormack4972]

@@squeakycleandave1 the is for the reply Dave really appreciate it mate the pump I’ve bought wasn’t a sure flow pump cheaper one with 100psi but the inlet n outlet part is too small for hoselock I even bought hoselock reducer still too small will have too get a bit of hose or something to fit it 👍🏻

[@gemmasjetwashing1304]

Dave, what size fuse did you use on this? I'm looking to put in a 70amp batt. Thank you!

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Gemma It’s a 7.5amp fuse that comes with a basic V16 controller

[@rmcbettingonline4959]

Hi Dave, I am using a vyair RO-600 to filter my water, if my pressure is low which booster pump would you recommend? I'm just starting so trying to keep cost down...thanks alot for your help, Rob....

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Rob This is the one I have but might not be the best for you www.thecleaningwarehouse.co.uk/water-genie-4040-booster-pump-5688-p.asp

[@rmcbettingonline4959]

@@squeakycleandave1 yes that looks a good one but a little pricey...thanks for the swift response though. I need to source one a little cheaper......

[@bakelokey100]

What an amazing video! I just had one question, I would like to work with a portable system at around 50 liters how long would it take to empty out this tank at different flow rates? Thank you in advance!

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Damian Personally I use a van mounted system and I use300-350 litres a day but as I can carry more water then I need I do use a lot. I just asked a friend how much water he uses with his 22 ltr backpack and he says he does 1 to 1 1/2 houses with it full on a reasonable flow Hope this helps

[@450pulse]

good morning, i am wanting to set up a water fed pole for cleaning of k-rend and render, i run a rotary cleaning buisness at prescent,but always being asked to clean render and such, i no theres a system call soft washing,which is what im looking to do, i have purhased pole,and want to run off a clarks pump 1200 stainless steel, from here im a little lost, given the height of some k-rend ,i need to get cleaning product right to top of pole ,once extended, sorry its long winded, i have pump and pole thats it, so insight as to what else i need , hope you can help, regards chris

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Christopher I don't know if you know or not that sodium hypercloride damages K rend. If you are thinking of starting soft washing I would seriously recommend you get some training first from softwash training solutions first. softwashtrainingsolutions.co.uk

[@450pulse]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks dave, have looked into cleaner for k rend and such, thats in hand, will make contact with training course people.,im sure a can use the pump along with a firemans attachment ie hand held trigger to apply cleaners, but will try this one out first, one more thing,advertising is not bringing many leads in, i have been paying through google ads,but not getting much from ad, is this give it a time thing. thanks for help

[@Vanhamj1]

I've watched all of your basic setup vids to create zero TDS water and I feel pretty confident about that. My question for your would be if I am going to store water in a reservoir (because I can't make 0 TDS water fast enough with the RO/DI setup) and I going to feed a Pressure washer for washing cars, will I need a second pump to feed 2 GPM to the pressure washer, or should gravity be enough to feed the pressure washer? If I need a pump, I would assume I should also include a controller with a dead end to shut that pump down when I don't have the trigger pushed on the pressure washer? Can you confirm for me?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Jeff Thats a great question and to be honest im not really sure. My pressure washer will draw its own water from a container but I know not all will. the pumps we use for window cleaning run at 1 GPM so they wouldn't be enough for your pressure washer. I know you can get higher GPM pumps but im not sure if the controllers would match them or if you would need a controller with a higher output. Hope you find your answer.

[@DrHurtYou]

Dave, when you connected the red to brown wire which one of the red wires from the pump did you use, the one nearest the camera or tip of pump clip in or the back one closest to the inline water feed clip in?? If it's the front one then I have it connected to a plug in alongside the black wire then would need to splice it. If it's the other that one is connected from the back side of the pump I'd have to splice and join it three ways.

[@squeakycleandave1]

The red and black wire both come out of the metal and pf the pump furthest from the camera. The red then comes down to a contact which is nearest to the camera in the plastic part. Another red then comes out of the plastic part just slightly higher up then where it goes in. This is where you connect the controller. The plastic part at the end of the pump is the pressure switch. hope this makes sense. if not feel free to give me a call

[@DrHurtYou]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks for your reply but I want to make sure I got this right. I have a North Star pump, the red and black wires that come from the back side of the pump goes as follows, the red which comes from the back is connected to the pressure switch but is the second plug in from the front going going back. The other red wire is connected to the plug in but is the front one closest to the camera and runs off to join the black wire (connected together) to a wire harness that plugs directly into the battery. Are you saying the red one that comes from the back of the pump and plugs into the pressure switch 2nd from camera is the one I use to connect the controller?

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@DrHurtYou it’s hard to picture as I’ve never seen a North Star pump so I can’t really advise. You would probably be best if you ring Spring who make the pumps as they should be able to help 01892 662078

[@taylamc2028]

Im looking to set up my own company in ireland here, this video helped me get an idea of whats needed, how much do you reckon all this costs on average? Is there things you have to replace often?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Most of this equipment lasts once you have it as long as you look after it. A ball park figure on the price would depend on what tank, hose reel pump and controller battery you have but you are probably looking at around £600. That doesn’t include pole, brush or filtration though

[@jodiehughes8003]

Hi dl you know of any company's that will supply and fit this equipment to our van?

[@squeakycleandave1]

There are load. That a look at Streamline Systems, Window Cleaning Warehouse, Grippa Tank. Best doing a search on Google as there are to many to mention them all

[@squeakycleandave1]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4S9f6R8aJyrgNU

[@0flan]

we spent all day on getting the water to be filtered and still havent achieved it yet? I kinda wish I hadnt started but have payed out now. think it will be worth it in the end.

[@squeakycleandave1]

It will definitely be worth it in the end. What problems are you having

[@0flan]

@@squeakycleandave1 bought a 40 40 reverse system and it turns out my water pressure isn't fast enough for the system to purifie the water down enough. so I may have to buy a new filter or a pump system to speed up water flow. either way I will be forking out £100s of pounds I havent got?

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@0flan that’s hard mate. It took me years to get my system to where I wanted it Best place to get a booster is Blade Right www.bladerightcleaningsupplies.co.uk/shop/water-fed-window-cleaning/pumps/rotary-vane-booster-pumps/

[@thebanham]

Quick question,I’ve taken my split charge relay off my system as I need to swap it over to another van,the battery is earthed to the side of the van,I plan to just trickle charge the leisure,will this be ok simply with the positive and negative?? No earth required right?

[@squeakycleandave1]

I’m not an electrical expert but I’m pretty sure that you are right By the way I love your thumbnail photos 👍

[@robanddawnjowett4918]

Great video simple and informative dave 👏 Does the pump need to be lower than the tank?I'm fitting a 400ltr tank in van and not sure if I need to raise the tank so the pump can be lower ?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Rob and dawn jowett my pumps is about 6” above the bottom of my tank. The only time I ever have a problem is if the tank is completely empty and I such in some air but even then when you fill the tank it normally starts up no problem. Years ago I did have my pump on top of the wheel arch and I did get airlocks then

[@robanddawnjowett4918]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks dave appreciate your reply I just ordered the new abc 2 controller seems good as it has the dead end and polarity protection all for £60

[@squeakycleandave1]

Rob and dawn jowett good choice. They are really good controllers especially for the money and the are made by Spring who make the V11 and V16👍

[@jamiehipwell4303]

Hi dave, happy new year! I look forward to your videos this year 👌 can you tell me please what size inline fuse to use. I got my pump today, shurflo 100psi 6.9lpm. Thank you

[@jamiehipwell4303]

Hi dave, probably a stupid question! Do you need to ground the leisure battery to the van? Thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Jamie I’m not 100% sure but I don’t think so but it wouldn’t hurt to just in case

[@0flan]

can you help. my pump in my van stay on when I turn it on. It keeps reving all the time. it never goes into pause. and the water pressure has dropped. I have no leaks. is the pump knackered? I'm new to this so dont know the correct terminology sorry. can you advise? thanks.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Try setting the dead end. If this doesn’t work contact the suppliers for advice kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4Wlk5albMhka7c

[@0flan]

@@squeakycleandave1 the suppliers say it's fine and dont want to know. it was only a cheap pump. but thought I'd get longer then 4 months out of it?

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@0flan that can be the problem when you buy cheap. What type of controller is it

[@0flan]

@@squeakycleandave1 it's a cheap and nasty one I bought of Ebay. it sold as a set. a black digital one. it has no back. thst seems to be working fine. but will look at getting a new one soon. can you recommend one?

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@0flan Go for any company selling a V16

[@SWEENEY561]

Squeeky Can you show a 2 man & Reel setup please

[@VAUXSAFC]

Great video Dave, our of interest, do you know if the Gardiner backpack can be used with a univalve, in other words will it deadend or not?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Phil Walmsley hi Phil. Sorry it’s taken so long to reply but I couldn’t remember so I had to check and today was the first chance I had. In answer to your question yes the backpack does dead end so can be used with a uni-valve

[@VAUXSAFC]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks so much for taking the time to reply and taking time to check that out👍😁

[@squeakycleandave1]

Phil Walmsley my pleasure 👍