Why do I have to use a long garden/low-pressure hose?

It is important that the water hose from the source to the washer is at least 7.5 meters long.

500-600 liters of water flows through the hose and pump per hour. When you release the pistol grip, the water suddenly stopping creates a pressure wave. This pressure is easily absorbed by a longer garden hose. We therefore say as a general rule that a 7.5 m long garden hose will be enough to absorb the pressure wave without damaging the pipes/connections in the home. This is also in line with other manufacturers' requirements for inlet hose length.

Our more advanced pumps also have a function that reduces standby pressure in the pump. This means that some water is released back into the garden hose when you release the gun. This increases the importance of the length of the hose, as well as the importance of not using any kind of non-return valve.

The pumps in question are 4 and 6-piston pumps, i.e. Master, Evolution, V6.

If for aesthetic reasons you wish to have a shorter hose connected to the machine, we recommend that you clarify if this is suitable with a plumber who can assess the need for an expansion tank on the pipe system, or whether an extra one can replace the external hose length in terms of being able to absorb pressure. Expansion tanks are common in newer homes, often installed near water heaters. 

Maximum length of the garden hose

As long as you have enough pressure and enough water gets through, you can have as long a garden hose as you want!

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