Understanding Controller Dead Ends And How To Set Them

[@nicolascraig5829]

4 years later and still very helpful thank you

[@stevenmartin3947]

Thanks for this video, I’m cleaning windows 25 years and have recently made the move to WFP. As always your tips and advice are are very helpful.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad you found it useful 👍

[@neilbovey4945]

Bang on SCD. Best vlog in window cleaning world for a long time. Best get out to the van now!

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks. That’s very much appreciated 👍

[@budgieburgess9163]

Thanks Dave...another one here who very much appreciates what you ve done for so many of us out there who have trouble with out digital controllers...just had a new one fitted a few weeks ago and all good at first then suddenly stopped working today ..at the moment its I've still not been able to even turn it off ..so expecting its been either badly fitted some type of electrical problem will now try again tomorw but feeling much more confident and happier after just watching your very well presented video....just to say you a thank you again Dave

[@squeakycleandave1]

Check your fuse then check for a loose wire

[@iansheppard9246]

Thanks for the great explanation of Dead end calibration Dave.

[@G71cleaningServices]

Very informative video yet again. Definitely the Master Jedi of window cleaning you are. 👏 👏👏👏👏

[@squeakycleandave1]

Your to kind my young padawan

[@G71cleaningServices]

Squeaky Clean Dave I’ll take the “young” part of that mate 👍🏻😂

[@squeakycleandave1]

cleanAccess Ltd 🤣🤣🤣

[@CaptainCrunch486]

I’m doing an auto calibration as soon as I get in the van tomorrow. This hot weather is dropping the flow rate for me something crazy!

[@alexbrunner_Tucker_USA]

Great video! I'm going to share with all our customers that use the controller!

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks Alex 👍

[@AW-Services]

Another great video Dave. I can see this video being a great tool and one of the most viewed these coming Months

[@squeakycleandave1]

AW Services Thanks Austin. Hopefully it will be a slow burner👍

[@billyrobson1]

So glad I watched this today ! Great tip on re doing dead ends in the hot weather 👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

billy robson hi Billy. Glad you found it useful 👍

[@bbarnes5739]

Cheers Dave, will be using warm water this winter, very helpful, barney

[@squeakycleandave1]

B Barnes glad you found it useful 👍

[@darrinperkins4842]

If it wasant for you I wouldn’t have a clue what a dead end was even tho I’ve been a window cleaner for 27 years lol I’ve just bought a new digital flow controller watched your video and set it , cheers thanks for the video , keep up the good work . 👍😆

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad you found it useful Darrin 👍

[@tightmarker9924]

Thanks Dave, I know this is an older video but I just upgraded too v16 . This video is a great help. Cheers bud 👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was helpful 👍

[@martynraymond4146]

I have been seeing PS flashing and was told it signifies an air lock. Been trying for ages to clear it to but no avail. Looks like i had the wrong advice. Will be doing the auto calibration first thing in the morning. Thanks Dave, really informative video for a newbie like me. i will have to look at everything else now to see where else i'm going wrong!! Fantastic advice. So glad i have stumbled across your channel.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad you found it useful. Definitely sounds like a calibration problem. PS stands for pressure switch which is the mechanical way of stopping the pump When it’s set correctly it will come up as DE

[@martynraymond4146]

@@squeakycleandave1 So i followed your instructions and calibrated my system. No more PS flashing and system is set to its optimal setting. Thanks for your tutorial. Keep up the good work!!

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@martynraymond4146 my pleasure 👍

[@davidhighmaintenance8875]

Will add this to watch later when I calibrate my system. Been having the spurting that you mentioned now and again. Many thanks 👍😉

[@squeakycleandave1]

David High Maintenance glad you found it useful 👍

[@windowcleaning2150]

Great video. Mine automatically set at 38. However, having experimented I felt it worked better at 55. Thanks for all info! Had no idea this controller could do it 👍🏻

[@squeakycleandave1]

Sam glad you found it useful 👍

[@nathanvose6842]

Excellent video as always mate 👍 I'm glad you do these explanation videos cos I never understood why you set the deads at different times etc. Much appreciated

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@mowfee5118]

Brilliant video. Really really helped.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@VendsysselVinduespolering]

Hi Dave. At the moment, I'm using the pump from an Electronic gardensprayer. It only runs 60psi, but it's enough I think. (most people runs their 100 psi pumps on 60 anyways) It starts an stops automaticly as i pull the univalve. For over a year now, I have never blown a connection or the pump itself. The more I learn about the 100psi pumps and the flowcontrollers, the more I think, that I'm better of with my current setup. Convince me😉 Have a nice day. Best regards

[@squeakycleandave1]

My last shurflo pump lasted me for 10 years and was still working when I changed it. It had just slowed down. Smaller pumps will work but it’s the difference between buying a diy tool from B and Q and buying a tradesmans tool. They both work and do the job but the tradesmans tool will last longer, be easier to use and be more efficient. It’s the same with pumps. I like to have a hi flow so if I used a smaller pump it would be working flat out to give me the same amount of water as a bigger pump working at 60%. Hope this makes sense. I’m not trying to say I’m right or wrong. It’s just my opinion 👍

[@joeyhg]

So helpful mate! Thank you!

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@robertmarkham6558]

Thank you for the Video, I was having issues using fan jets and that came up I didn't know what it meant didn't think anything off it, I would assume the PS or P5 I thought 💭 is the issue I'll turn it up on the pump hopefully that'll sort it :-)

[@shammy9]

Good vid. Just about to fit my V16. this vid alaong with the instructions has been useful.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it helps 👍

[@pieroturri]

THANK YOU! I kinda understood DE but now I really understand it thanks to you! Maybe my hoses will stop blowing leaks in the van now!

[@jodje1980]

Great video Dave, learn a lot watching your videos! My dead end was 100 :) now 22... thumbs up, keep making videos

[@squeakycleandave1]

Groothuis dienstverlening glad you got it sorted. Should make a massive difference to to the life of your pump

[@andyfv1]

cheers Dave,reminded me to recalibrate mine,it was mile too high but you dont notice away from the van using a valve stop gadget(uniV etc)

[@squeakycleandave1]

andyfv1 glad you found it useful 👍

[@Daniel__UK]

Very helpful video. Thanks Dave

[@squeakycleandave1]

Daniel Thorley glad it was useful. Thanks for watching 👍

[@KR-je1if]

Thanks dave I mate. As you know I've ordered my v16 plus link. From spring like you say spring along with Phil great help. And I'll need to watch this video a couple times to calibrate the unit thanks again dave

[@squeakycleandave1]

Keith R I’m sure you won’t be disappointed Keith. It’s really easy to get used to once you have it. 👍

[@neilpalmer9691]

Great vid mate, I’m sure this will help many👌🏻👍🏻

[@TradMan]

Very informative, thank you Dave!!

[@squeakycleandave1]

TRAD - MAN THE WINDOW CLEANER thanks Pete 👍

[@mrb1983]

Great vid as always 👍🏼 on a different note you have given me a great idea for keeping new dog in the van! Never thought of keeping in back and on tank 👌🏼

[@squeakycleandave1]

Mine absolutely loves it. She plays up if I don’t put her in even when I’m not working 🤣

[@completeexteriorcleaningse750]

Brilliant Dave thanks mate explained that perfectly really helpful

[@lucastoal8476]

V11 on steroids 😂. Top vid Dave as always.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Lucas, your local window cleaner! Thanks Lucas. Hope you are keeping well 👍

[@lucastoal8476]

Squeaky Clean Dave we are all good thanks Dave. New van got finished last week. Video on the way 👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

Lucas, your local window cleaner! Fantastic. Look forward to seeing it. 👍

[@kierandavidjames4275]

Thank you for sharing this helped me out 😎👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful 👍

[@CHR15Y-BoY]

Nice one squeaky

[@squeakycleandave1]

CHR15Y BoY thanks for watching 👍

[@timhancock5556]

Cheers Dave great video. Will definitely be getting a v16

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks Tim👍

[@timhancock5556]

@@squeakycleandave1 Just taken delivery of my v16 today. £100.50 including vat and delivery 👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

Tim Hancock they are fantastic controllers. You won’t be disappointed 👍

[@jordangodden882]

Great video Dave, appreciate how well you explain things. I'm currently working on a custom dual user system. Question regarding the controller and the dead end function... With the RO waste water always flowing, even when you turn water off at the pole, won't the pump continue to run as there won't be a dead end since the waste water still flows out? (This would be a booster pump pushing water through the system/filters as I'm normally dealing with low pressure water supplies).

[@squeakycleandave1]

Not quite sure how you have it set up. These controllers work if you are pumping from a tank rather then a direct RO feed.

[@timhancock5556]

Yeah had to adjust the cal up on the v16. aut cal set it at 17 but the flow kept stopping and starting so upped it to 20 now it's working fine

[@squeakycleandave1]

Tim Hancock fantastic. I’m glad you got it sorted 👍

[@sbsadmin3134]

Hi Dave, Great videos! I’ve not started window cleaning yet I’m just getting started, I’ve just bought a second hand Baileys Wfp system and thanks to your videos changed all the filters and resin, flush it out for an hour today, then thought let’s see how it works! Switched on Pump and controller kicked in for a few seconds then the controller started flashing P, then kick in again then stopped flashing P again?? Do you know what this problem is? Sorry pump controller is a varistream digital.

[@squeakycleandave1]

Not sure what the p is. Probably best giving Baileys a ring and asking them or Spring Europe Ltd if it’s a full controller made by them

[@johnlockhart2981]

Great explanation Dave, I've just got a v11 from WCA to replace 1 I made so information is really good to help me set that up, cheers Bro

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad you found it useful 👍

[@bencavanagh5425]

Thanks Dave, Out of all the videos & people asked (even had a two page Manuel on it that made no sense for a company ) about de & Cal seen on the V16 you have explained the v16 the most simplistic and best way to understand. Feel as you work with it day in day out you understand it. THANK YOU With the link control, do you find this being it you along with new V16, only ask as thinking of changing what I have IF is better? 👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks for watching Ben. The wfp link is an awesome piece of equipment but unfortunately doesn’t work with the V16 controller I have 👍

[@davidstearswindowcleaningr2677]

Can I use the v16 on a pump and bypass the Pressure switch

[@John-x1g4j]

So I've just fitted a brand new shurflo pump and ever since I've been getting oc(so rewired and changed the fuses but nothing changes) tried recalibrating but on my AUT I'm getting and no calibration. I have a variflo v16. So any suggestions would be much appreciated

[@squeakycleandave1]

Probably worth giving your supplier or Spring a call and asking them

[@waynevanlimbeek7942]

I do auto calibrate then says error if i do it manually its ok

[@squeakycleandave1]

If it becomes a problem contact your supplier

[@gavynpope6190]

Thanks dave always wanted to know this

[@squeakycleandave1]

My pleasure Gavyn

[@somersetlevellersmtb5564]

Thank you very helpful

[@squeakycleandave1]

Glad it was useful

[@jamesbennett1596]

Thanks dave for your info my de was 70 an all ways add problem with un valve hard to turn off an on .thanks agen

[@squeakycleandave1]

james Bennett glad it helped👍

[@simonclarke1383]

Great explanation Dave..agape🥰

[@squeakycleandave1]

simon clarke thanks bro 🤣

[@simonclarke1383]

Dose it make a difference to the calibration if you have the pole fully extended on not when calibrating? And what effect dose calibration have on flow if any? Tx Dave

[@squeakycleandave1]

It says in the Manuel to have the pole fully extended but I've noticed much of a difference

[@andrewarmstrong1017]

Excellent.....Thankyou

[@squeakycleandave1]

👍

[@jamesm7953]

Hi Dave I’ve noticed today when I stop my flow of water on my pole it doesn’t start flowing again, it’s about 2/3 degrees here today , I’m just wondering if the temperature is causing this issue? , when I go back to the controller and turn it right up it kicks in again but obviously this isn’t ideal or permanent solution, I did the auto cal this morning but I’ve still had this issue today , I’ve had a couple of really good days without any issue with it , any advice would be appreciated

[@squeakycleandave1]

With the cold weather the pipes are stiffer and the water is more viscous so it doesn’t pump through as easily. The best thing to do is turn the flow down slightly and manually turn the DE up. That should sort it out

[@jamesm7953]

Thanks Dave , as always your replies are appreciated, im definately learning as I go with this system But overall it’s making life easier and jobs more time efficient , I’ve insulated my outgoing tank hose with some wickes polystyrene insulation which worked well last night, I think I’ll be wrapping the tank next in some form of lightweight insulation, hope your empire is doing well👍🏻

[@martyncanning5437]

Spot on Dave 👌👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

Thanks Martyn👍

[@jonnymcconville7749]

Had no idea about this. One of my pumps goes on then off. Going to try it tomorrow Thanks

[@squeakycleandave1]

Sounds like the dead end is set wrong. If it is it will make a massive difference

[@jlcleaning.7619]

Hi Dave my hoses are blowing off when the calibration starts at c99 . Any suggestions

[@squeakycleandave1]

Make sure they are connected better to start and if they are still blowing off charge the hose and fittings to before quality

[@jlcleaning.7619]

@@squeakycleandave1 Thanks Dave got it sorted.

[@mrb1983]

Love your vids Dave 👌🏼 Have also just giving me motivation to sort the van roof after seeing the foil on yours. How did you stick yours up if don’t mind me asking!

[@squeakycleandave1]

I just used spray contact adhesive

[@squeakycleandave1]

www.toolstation.com/spray-contact-adhesive/p47790

[@mrb1983]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@matthewgreenidge8340]

Hi Dave, I've just bought a v16 pump controller. Just asking for your advice as to the wiring and mounting of the controller. 1. Is it better to wire it to bypass the pump pressure switch? If so, how would I go about doing that? 2. I want to mount it directly to the side of my van - to the ply lining. What's the best way to do that? Thanks in advance for your help. Regards Your brother Matt

[@squeakycleandave1]

1. It’s best to wire it with the pressure in place that way if you dead end is set wrong the pressure switch still works 2. Ifyou take the cover of from memory there is a hole in each corner that you can use to screw it to the ply. Hope that helps

[@matthewgreenidge8340]

@@squeakycleandave1 Thanks Dave, I'll get it wired up and see how i get on. Yb Matt

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@matthewgreenidge8340 👌🤜🤛

[@ryanmason491]

Dave, what's your view on just the basic dial ones with a switch like the Safeflow ones seem very popular? These modern ones seem to have lots of features but what about just a basic one to dial change the speed? What are your thoughts?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Its been years since I've used the old analog dial type. These new ones seem more reliable and easier to use especially when doing things like setting deadends

[@trevorquilligan1428]

Hi Dave im having a nightmare atm my v16 controller is showing p5 error any advice would be greatly appreciated TIA

[@squeakycleandave1]

@@trevorquilligan1428 the hot weather effects how spongy the hose is so you need to drop the dead end down. You might have to drop it down manually rather than using the auto calibration

[@trevorquilligan1428]

@squeakycleandave1 auto cal just wouldn't work, so I dropped it down manually, and it works. Thank you mate very very much appreciated 👏

[@qazwerspoil]

Do you switch it on and off between each job or do you let the univalve hold the water off between jobs?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Nathaniel Leitch you don’t need to switch it of because as soon as the dead end is detected it switches itself off 👍

[@matthewevans4413]

Hi scd my auto cal comes out at 66...not sure what to do as that seems high..any advice??

[@squeakycleandave1]

That does seem really high. Best thing would be to give Spring a ring Main Office: 01892 662078

[@rayh4112]

Really informative mate. Learnt a lot

[@squeakycleandave1]

Ray # it’s a bit boring 🤣

[@joelbland7564]

Thanks for the video Dave. Any chance I could run an issue by you? I’ve tried auto recalibration and I’ve also tried manually setting at 99 incase the level was too sensitive but despite trying both, the controller is still recognising “de” during use or even when the univalve stops flow. Both ways, it still seems to be cutting out during use. Any ideas? Cheers

[@squeakycleandave1]

Hi Joel. Best thing to do is give the guys at Spring Europe a ring. They are really helpful and can usually diagnose a problem straight away. 01892 662078

[@lefty3985]

Hello Dave I’ve just set up my system it’s a pure freedom diy one and everything is working as it should but it keeps flitting from de to ps this happens when disconnected from the hose reel and when it’s plugged in as well any ideas? Do I need to recalibrate? Is there air getting in somewhere maybe? Any help would be greatly appreciated 👍

[@lefty3985]

I didn’t watch the video long enough🙄 just got to the part about the calibration being to high that might be why it’s going ps I will have to turn it down and try that! Thank you very helpful video 👍🙏

[@squeakycleandave1]

I was just about to say check the calibration the I read your second comment 🤣

[@squeakycleandave1]

If it’s still a problem after recalibration it let me know👍

[@lefty3985]

@@squeakycleandave1 thanks I’ve posted on window cleaning forums as well and people suggested that might be it but your video makes me think it’s that 100 per cent it’s at 65 at the moment so I’ll try turning it down tomorrow and see if it goes de thanks again and have subscribed 👍

[@lefty3985]

@@squeakycleandave1 okay will do! Thank you !

[@clearviewmind]

Hi Dave - I just did the auto-calibration exactly as you did, but while yours went From 99-25 mine went from 99-1 😳 That doesn’t seem right does it??

[@squeakycleandave1]

clearviewmind no that’s not right. Had you got the hose running and what type of controller is it

[@clearviewmind]

Squeaky Clean Dave Thanks for coming back to me, Squeeeks 👍🏼 Yes, it was running, and it’s a ‘Liquid Logic’ controller.

[@squeakycleandave1]

clearviewmind I’ve not heard of that happening so probably best contacting the manufacturers. They are really helpful 01892 662078

[@clearviewmind]

Squeaky Clean Dave that’s very helpful of you, Squeeks. Thanks my man 👍🏼😊

[@squeakycleandave1]

clearviewmind my pleasure 👍

[@somersetlevellersmtb5564]

Even after auto calibration, the flow stops and starts, controller shows PS, how can I fix this?

[@squeakycleandave1]

Try bleeding it for airlocks

[@mjl8072]

Can you help me what to do mine says p5

[@squeakycleandave1]

P5 stands for pressing switch which means that the pump is controlling the on/off rather then the controller. You need to do an auto calibration. If it still says P5 after auto cal turn the deadend down manually until it says de rather then p5

[@clearviewmind]

Brilliant 👍🏼

[@squeakycleandave1]

clearviewmind thank you for watching 👍

[@clearviewmind]

I’ll be watching again in a bit...very informative.

[@carpergolfergaz29]

Since I've changed my battery to my system my pump won't kick in the screen keeps saying ps error recab it but nothing pump don't kick in

[@squeakycleandave1]

I had this happen this week. Mine was a wire had come off the pump so check all your wiring

[@carpergolfergaz29]

@@squeakycleandave1 ok will do thanks

[@ova8poles]

Brilliant 👏 👏

[@squeakycleandave1]

OVA8 Anti-Spin Waterfed Poles thanks Richard 👍

[@neilstokescvwshrewsbury7939]

Thank you for taking the time Dave to explain this I have never understood digital controllers hence why I have always stuck to analogue

[@squeakycleandave1]

Clear Vision Windows I used to always use an old analog varistream controller but these are so much better 🤣

[@uniteallaction]

great

[@squeakycleandave1]

uniteallaction thanks👍

[@jamesbennett1596]

👍👍

[@squeakycleandave1]

james Bennett 👍👍

[@davidstearswindowcleaningr2677]

Can I use the v16 on my pump and bypass the Pressure switch

[@squeakycleandave1]

As long as the dead end is set correctly it shouldn't be a problem but its always worth asking Spring Europe LTD who make them just to make sure. 01892 662078