The AR Blue Clean AR383 Power Washer is one of those little gems in the electric pressure washer market. It has an excellent mix of power, features, and accessories to satisfy most owners and only a few minor faults. This 14 amp power washer is deceptively small for the power it provides. The power washer provides a maximum water pressure of 1900PSI and 1.5 GPM (Gallons Per Minute). What is most surprising are a few of the small features AR Blue Clean has provided on this power washer to make it easier and more enjoyable to use.
AR Blue Clean AR383 Main Features
• Powerful Pumping System
• Easy to Move Trolley System
• Added Reach with the AR383 Power Washer
• Washing Accessories and the Total Stop System
Powerful Pumping System
The first feature we need to talk about is the pumping system. As mentioned in the introduction paragraph the AR Blue Clean AR383 Power Washer uses a 14amp system to produce 1900 PSI of cleaning power while pumping through 1.5 GPM of water. The power washer runs on standard 120V power.
It is important to pay attention to the GPM of the power washer for two reasons. Number one, at 1.5 GPM the washer is not going to waste a lot of water while you are cleaning. For light cleaning jobs needing some extra power it is a great match. Number two, at 1.5 GPM the power washer will not be efficient on big jobs. Overall cleaning power is a combination of the GPM and PSI of the washer. 1.5 GPM does not provide adequate water flow for major cleanup work found in industry or for commercial applications.
The AR Blue Clean AR383 uses an induction motor. Induction motors provide good power ratings along with high durability.
Easy To Move Trolley System
The trolley system of the AR Blue Clean AR383 Pressure Washer may be the biggest surprise of all. On many lightweight electric pressure washers the trolleys are low quality and do not provide many features. AR Blue Clean packed their traditional blue colored trolley with a bunch of great features.
The trolley is equipped with 5.5 inch wheels which work great on driveways and other hard surfaces. The trolley has storage for the power washers’ accessories built-in. One of the best features of the trolley is the hose reel with turn crank. Many trolleys provide no storage for the hose, or simple hand wind hook system. The AR Blue Clean AR383 has a real hose reel allowing you to store the hose with ease.
You will find the trolley makes the entire system easy to stash away in your garage or storage shed when not needed.
Added Reach With The AR383 Power Washer
Many electric power washers seem to limit your reach unless you pull out extension cords. This AR Blue Clean AR383 electric pressure washer provides you with a 30 foot power cord and a 20 foot hose, giving you a total reaching distance of 50 feet from your power outlet. Keep in mind you will need to get your garden hose to the same location, also.
Washing Accessories And The Total Stop System
The AR383 Power Washer comes with a good selection of cleaning tools and accessories. These include:
- Washing Gun
- Adjustable Jet Nozzle
- Lance with Foam Dispenser
- Soap Bottle
The adjustable jet nozzle, lance with foam dispenser, and soap bottle allow you to clean almost any type of surface and use a wide range of detergents. The washing gun plays a unique role in the AR383 configuration. It is tied into the TSS or Total Stop System. When you release the trigger on the washing gun the pumping system comes to a complete halt. You are not wasting power, water, or putting additional wear and tear on the motor. When you pull the trigger again you have nearly instant pressure to restart your cleaning.
Dimensions And Weight
With all the features packed into this system it seems like it should be larger, but it all comes in a very small footprint. The AR383 is only 15.1 inches wide, 11.8 inches deep and 31.4 inches high. It weighs a very light 29.3 pounds.
Included Accessories
The following items are included with the AR383 Power Washer for AR Blue Clean:
- 20 foot hose
- 30 foot power cord
- Trolley with hose reel
- Trigger Gun
- Jet Nozzle
- Lance with Foam Dispenser
- Soap Bottle
- Owner’s Manual
Pros
The AR 383 Power Washer has many positive features starting with the trolley system. You will enjoy the easy movement and easy storage system built into the trolley. The quick connect hose system allows you to get started on your cleaning projects fast. The Total Stop System helps you save water and electricity.
Cons
The negative aspects of the AR Blue Clean AR383 are very minor. The 5.5 inch plastic wheels work great on hard surfaces but are not ideal for wet ground or loose sand. Larger wheels would be a nice addition to the trolley.
The soap/foam bottle is both a blessing and curse. It provides an easy way to fill-up with detergent since the bottle can be easily removed, but adds to the weight you carry as you wash. Systems with detergent tanks built onto the trolley system reduce the weight you carry in your hands. You will need to weight the advantages of the detergent bottle against the added weight and decide if the system is right for you.
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