The A-iPower APW3200KH is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 3200 PSI and flow of 2.4 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
Fuel | Gas-Powered |
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Handling | Hand Truck |
Water | Cold |
PSI | 3200 |
GPM | 2.4 |
Cleaning Units | 7680 |
Engine | 196cc 6.5 HP Kohler RH265 4-stroke OHV |
Pump | Axial Cam |
Frame | Welded steel |
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Soap injection | Yes |
Soap tank | 0.5 gal, removable |
Nozzles | 0°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
Onboard storage | Yes |
Hose | 25 ft |
Hose storage | Hooks |
Dimensions (D x W x H) | Approx. 21.2 x 18 x 37.9 in |
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Weight | 59.5 lbs |
Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀12", never flat |
Included accessories | Oil, funnel, nozzle cleaner, wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, 4 nozzles |
Security | Low oil, trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
Emissions | CARB, EPA |
Warranty | 2 years |
UPC | 850013862702 |
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Description
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The A-iPower APW3200KH, a heavy duty, commercial pressure washer, gives its user an all-around versatile cleaning experience, topped off by the following features:
- spot cleaning of hard, paint-free surfaces and out-of-reach areas
- cleaning of painted and fragile surfaces
- use of detergent and cleaning solutions
The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics and design, its main features and all the additional features it has to offer.
Power
Powered by a 196cc (6.5 hp) engine, its axial cam pump can deliver a pressure of 3200 PSI (around 53 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 2.4 GPM (values claimed by the manufacturer). Combined, these values mean that the A-iPower APW3200KH has a cleaning power of 7680 Cleaning Units.
The Kohler RH265 engine of this gas-powered pressure washer relies on an old-school pull-start mechanism to get started.
Gasoline storage is facilitated by a fuel tank with a maximum capacity of 0.55 gallon.
Design & Handling
The A-iPower APW3200KH offers superb mobility, with a hand truck design and approximate dimensions of D21.2 x W18 x H37.9 in. The robust welded steel frame guarantees longevity of the assembly. The rubber-padded fixed handle adds to the APW3200KH convenience of transport, while offering a comfortable grip.
The majority of users will be able to maneuver this unit easily, it only weighs 59.5 lbs. One of the largest contributors to its weight are its 196cc Kohler RH265 engine and its welded steel frame. Nethertheless, thanks to its two 12" never-flat wheels, the APW3200KH remains very easy to manipulate and maneuver.
Main Features
The A-iPower APW3200KH's package includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 4 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, with a more detailed description below.
- Soap injection: Detergent storage is ensured by a removable 0.5 gal tank. The detergent will be added automatically to the water when a soap nozzle is attached.
- Pressure hose: The 25 ft high-pressure hose, which is included with the device, can be stored neatly on the unit itself when idle, using a set of convenient hooks.
- Spray gun and wand: A side hook enables you to easily store the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand.
- Nozzles: The 4 nozzles included with the device, and the respective surfaces which they’re the most suitable for, are shown in the following table.
0° | 25° | 40° | Soap | |
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Concrete, brick, masonry | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable | Suitable |
Siding, gutters, house | Not recommended | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
Fencing, deck, patio | Not recommended | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
Lawn equipment, boat, RV | Not recommended | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable |
Note: The shape of the nozzles above is for illustration purposes only and may differ.
Red cross: Not recommended. Green check: Suitable. Orange check: Use with caution.
Other Features
- Onboard storage: With the A-iPower APW3200KH's handy storage area, you’ll always have all the necessary nozzles and accessories at hand and thus, you’ll be fully prepared for any job.
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation), a low oil protection and a thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage).
- Accessories: Besides the usual owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and documentation to get you promptly started, the A-iPower APW3200KH comes with funnel, pressure hose, wand, spray gun, nozzle cleaner and oil.
- Emissions: The A-iPower APW3200KH is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant. Therefore, the sale and purchase of this pressure washer is permitted in all of the 50 states, including California.
The A-iPower APW3200KH's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the A-iPower APW3200KH compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- The A-iPower APW3200KH, which can reach up to 3200 PSI, has one of the higher pressure outputs of the gas-powered units that cost between $300 and $400. As for the device with the most powerful water stream, in this price range, one of the top products is the Simpson CM61083 with 3400 PSI.
- This washer reaches 2.4 GPM (gallons per minute) and thus, has an average water flow compared to similarly priced devices. If rinsing away debris most efficiently is your priority, one of the devices with the highest GPM in this price range is the Predator 3100, which can reach up to 2.8 GPM.
- The 7680 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM), of the APW3200KH result in an average cleaning efficiency, compared to similarly priced gas-powered units. When it comes to the highest overall cleaning power in the current price range, one of the products at the very top currently is the Predator 3100 and its 8680 Cleaning Units.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 7500 and 8000 Cleaning Units, the A-iPower APW3200KH is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this pressure washer nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of cleaning power.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Good range of nozzles included
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- CARB-compliant
- High PSI for the price
- Decent GPM for the price
- Decent CU for the price
- The A-iPower APW3200KH doesn't have any notably low specs.
About A-iPower
A-iPower, which stands for American Innovation, is a subsidiary of SENCI Electric Mechanical Co. Ltd. Headquartered in Ontario, California, they have an engineering office in Charlotte, NC, and technical and distribution center in Milwaukee, WI. For almost 30 years, A-iPower has been dedicated to providing excellent customer service and product solutions for a wide range of consumer and commercial power generation equipment. They offer portable generators, pressure washers, gasoline engines, and water pumps for the professional trade and homeowners.
Warranty Information
The A-iPower APW3200KH is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of A-iPower pressure washers, please contact the A-iPower Customer Support: 1-855-888-3598.
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