The Simpson PowerShot PS60843 is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 4400 PSI and flow of 4 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Wheelbarrow |
| Water | Cold (100°F max.) |
| PSI | 4400 |
| GPM | 4 |
| Cleaning Units | 17600 |
| Engine | 420cc Simpson OHV 4-stroke |
| Pump | AAA Triplex |
| Series | PowerShot |
| Other model numbers | PS61041 |
| Frame | Welded steel |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
| Soap dilution | 7:1 |
| Nozzles | 0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 50 ft, ⌀3/5 |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | Approx. 29.5 x 24.3 x 26.5 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 138 lbs |
| Pressure control | Valve |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀13", pneumatic |
| Included accessories | Nozzle cleaner, wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, 5 nozzles |
| Security | Low oil, trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
| Emissions | N/A |
| Warranty | 10 years |
| UPC | 879399002670 |
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Description
Zoom on the Simpson PS60843
In a nutshell, the Simpson PS60843 is a heavy duty, commercial pressure washer, which not only offers an all-around versatile cleaning experience, but that also allows:
- spot cleaning of hard, unpainted surfaces or high reach areas
- thorough cleaning of hard, paint-free surfaces
- cleaning of painted and fragile surfaces
- use of detergent and cleaning solutions
Ahead are presented its power characteristics and design, its main features and any other additional features.
Power
The Simpson PS60843
Its triplex pump, which utilizes a powerful 420cc engine, may deliver a pressure of up to 4400 PSI (almost 73 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 4 GPM. These values correspond to a cleaning power of 17600 Cleaning Units.
This gas-powered pressure washer’s Simpson engine is started by a traditional pull-start mechanism.
Gasoline storage is facilitated by a steel fuel tank with a maximum capacity of 1.7 gallon.
Design & Handling
The wheelbarrow design of the Simpson PS60843 grants mobility and stability to the unit. Its sturdy welded steel frame provides longevity to the assembly. The handle adds to the PS60843 convenience of transport.
The unit's weight of 138 lbs renders its carrying and transportation challenging, as it is far from lightweight. Its 420cc Simpson engine, the triplex pump and welded steel frame are mainly responsible for its heavy weight. However, the unit’s two 13" pneumatic wheels are crucial to its maneuverability, since they provide a smooth method of manipulation on the job.
Main Features
The Simpson PS60843
The Simpson PS60843's package includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 5 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, with a more detailed description below.
- Soap injection: Even though the device doesn't have a soap tank, detergent is supplied by a siphon hose. The Simpson PS60843 includes an automatic soap dilution mechanism, which will dilute the detergent using a 7:1 ratio. The detergent is automatically added to the water when a soap nozzle is connected.
- Pressure hose: The included 50 ft ⌀3/5" high-pressure hose can be neatly stored on the unit when idle thanks to a set of convenient hooks.
- Spray gun and wand: A side hook allows for an easy storage of the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand.
- Nozzles: The 5 nozzles included with the device, and the respective surfaces which they’re the most suitable for, are shown in the following table.
0° | 15° | 25° | 40° | Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete, brick, masonry | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable | Suitable | Suitable |
| Siding, gutters, house | Not recommended | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
| Fencing, deck, patio | Not recommended | Use with caution | Use with caution | Suitable | Suitable |
| Lawn equipment, boat, RV | Not recommended | Use with caution | 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
Some of the included accessories
- Onboard storage: With the Simpson PS60843'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 thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage), a low oil protection and a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: Included with the Simpson PS60843 are also the owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and some basic documentation to get you promptly started, along with several accessories, such as spray gun, pressure hose, wand and nozzle cleaner.
- Emissions: The Simpson PS60843 is NOT CARB-compliant. Thus, it cannot be purchased or sold in California.
Product Videos
The Simpson PS60843's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Simpson PS60843 compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- With 4400 PSI, the Simpson PS60843 ranks as one that can reach the highest pressure, amongst the gas-powered products that cost between $800 and $900.
- With a maximum GPM of 4 (gallons per minute), this washer belongs to the top in terms of water flow, in its respective price range. If being able to rinse away debris as efficiently as possible is your priority, one of the products with the highest GPM in this price range is the Westinghouse WPX4400, with 4.2 GPM.
- The PS60843, with its 17600 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) sits at the high end of the cleaning efficiency spectrum, when compared to other devices of similar price. 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 Westinghouse WPX4400 and its 18480 Cleaning Units.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 17500 and 18000 Cleaning Units, the Simpson PS60843 is on the cheap side of the price range.
It can therefore be a really good buy if you're looking to acquire a budget pressure washer.
The bottom line
- Inexpensive
- Triplex pump
- Designed to be stable
- Good range of nozzles included
- Automatic detergent dilution
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- 10 year (limited) warranty
- High PSI for the price
- High GPM for the price
- High CU for the price
- No soap tank
- Not CARB-compliant
About Simpson
Simpson has over 50 years of experience making quality products for the outdoor power equipment industry. Part of the FNA Group based in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin since 2006, they are a vertically-integrated company, meaning most of the parts and accessories are manufactured and assembled by them. Their manufacturing facilities are international, but their gas-powered pressure washers are made in the USA. With the company motto "Driven by Performance", Simpson continues to offer a great variety of pressure-washing systems for the homeowner or the professional contractor.
Warranty Information
The Simpson PS60843 is covered under a warranty for up to 10 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of Simpson pressure washers, please contact the Simpson Customer Support: 1-877-362-4271.
I bought this model and I gotta say it is a work horse,it is well worth the money,its ungodly the cleaning power for the price. It’s not a hot water pressure washer but the power makes up for it. I know there’s differences ,but it’s a dependable piece of equipment I give it on scale 1 to 10 a easy 9.5 the only reason not a 10 is because you dont want to make the mistake to not have the wand gripped when starting the pull start cord. I read where alot of buyers bought it and didnt pull the wand trigger when starting the motor.it will dislocate a shoulder almost but with the wand trigger pulled I can easily start the machine with one hand and o e hand holding the wand compressed. I give it a 10. My buddy do to not pulling the trigger gave it a 3 until he seen what it can do now he gives it a 9 so that equals 9.5. Also great at Lower pressure cleaning to.