Craftsman Pressure Washer Unloader Valve Replacement

Instead it is redirected through an unloader hose and recycled through the power pump again.

Craftsman pressure washer unloader valve replacement. Himore unloader valve for all pressure washer pumps 308653008 308653035 does not replace part number 190628gs only way to verify fitment is to measure total length see spec pictures. This pressure washer was one one of the machines that sat for 8 years. Follow these steps to replace the unloader valve in craftsman briggs stratton husqvarna troybilt and snapper pressure washers. This way pressure does not built up too much in the pump system.

This is a genuine oem replacement part sourced directly from craftsman. I finally got around to working on it. The thermal relief valve regulates the amount of pressure in the line at any given time. If the pressure washer unloader valve isn t working replace it using the manufacturer approved replacement part.

If the unloader valve clogs or won t open the thermal release valve opens and sprays steamy water from the pump. The unloader valve kit includes the o ring and all parts needed for the repair. If your pressure washer is not building pressure and the engine is surging there could be a few different causes. Himore unloader valve fits many sears craftsman generac pressure washer pumps does not replace part number 190628gs only way to verify fitment is to measure total length see spec pictures brand.

Once the pressure in the line reaches a certain level the relief valve opens to relief the pressure. They redirect water from the pump when water is not exiting the system. 4 5 out of 5 stars 9. When you let go of the trigger on the wand the unloader valve opens to recirculate pressurized water to the craftsman pressure washer pump so the water won t overheat and damage the craftsman power washer pump.

Use an open end wrench to turn the unloader valve counter clockwise to remove. Free shipping on your first order shipped by amazon. Install the o ring from the kit on the new unloader valve. One of them is a sticking unloader valve.

Unloader valves are another important part of every pressure washer.