The Simpson PowerShot PS60995 is a gas-powered pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 3600 PSI and flow of 2.5 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Gas-Powered |
|---|---|
| Handling | Wheelbarrow |
| Water | Cold (100°F max.) |
| PSI | 3600 |
| GPM | 2.5 |
| Cleaning Units | 9000 |
| Engine | 196cc Honda GX200 OHV 4-stroke |
| Pump | AAA Triplex |
| Series | PowerShot |
| Other model numbers | 60996 |
| Frame | Steel |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Via siphon hose |
| Soap dilution | 7:1 |
| Nozzles | 0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 25 ft, ⌀5/16 |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Weight | 77 lbs |
| Pressure control | Valve |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, ⌀10", pneumatic |
| Included accessories | Oil, nozzle cleaner, wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, soap hose, 5 nozzles |
| Security | Low oil, trigger lock and thermal relief valve |
| Emissions | CARB, EPA |
| Warranty | 10 years |
| UPC | 879399003691 |
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Description
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The Simpson PS60995 is a heavy duty, commercial pressure washer, that provides its users with an all-around versatile cleaning experience, and enables:
- targeted spot cleaning for hard, unpainted surfaces, reaching elevated areas, and thoroughly removing stubborn stains
- comprehensive cleaning of hard surfaces, vehicle washing, and readying surfaces for painting
- gentle cleaning for sensitive surfaces, and wide coverage cleaning with low pressure
- utilizing cleaning solutions, and rinsing surfaces clean
Ahead are presented its power characteristics and design, its main features and any other additional features.
Power
The Simpson PS60995's triplex pump, powered by a 196cc engine, can provide a pressure of up to 3600 PSI (approximately 60 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 2.5 GPM (CETA-certified values). Thus, the Simpson PS60995 achieves a cleaning power of 9000 Cleaning Units.
Starting the Honda GX200 engine of this gas pressure washer involves using a conventional pull-start method.
Containing gasoline, the pressure washer's steel fuel tank can hold a maximum of 0.95 gallon..
Design & Handling
The wheelbarrow design of the Simpson PS60995 offers enhanced mobility and stability, making it ideal for navigating uneven terrain and ensuring steady operation during heavy-duty cleaning tasks. The steel frame's robustness ensures the assembly's longevity, maintaining stability and protecting internal components, even in the harshest environments. The reversible handle offers further versatility, as its different positions make the unit less bulky when stored.
At 77 lbs, we can't really say that the unit is lightweight, and manually lifting or transporting it could be a significant challenge for users, especially if they need to move it frequently or navigate over uneven terrain. The main contributors to its weight are its 196cc Honda GX200 engine, the triplex pump and steel frame. Nonetheless, the addition of two 10" pneumatic wheels simplifies maneuvering the PS60995, even across rough ground.
Main Features
Along with the Simpson PS60995 itself, the package also includes a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 5 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, which are discussed in further detail below.
- Soap injection: Detergent is fed in through a siphon hose, since the device lacks a soap tank. The detergent is diluted with a 7:1 ratio by the Simpson PS60995's automatic soap dilution mechanism. Upon attaching a soap nozzle, the pressure washer seamlessly integrates the detergent into the water flow.
- Pressure hose: Utilizing a set of convenient hooks, the unit offers a convenient solution for storing the included 25 ft ⌀5/16" high-pressure hose when it's not in use, keeping it neatly organized.
- Spray gun and wand: A side hook allows for an easy storage of the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its wand.
- Nozzles: The table below shows you the 5 included nozzles and the surfaces they're the most appropriate for.
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 |
Please be aware: The shapes of the depicted nozzles are for illustration purposes and may differ. Symbols utilized include a red cross indicating 'Not recommended,' a green check for 'Suitable,' and an orange check for 'Use with caution.'
Other Features
Some of the included accessories
- Onboard storage: With the Simpson PS60995'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 thermal relief valve (which helps to prevent internal pump damage) and a low oil protection.
- Accessories: On top of an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and the usual documentation to get you swiftly started, the Simpson PS60995 also comes with pressure hose, oil, wand, soap hose, nozzle cleaner and spray gun.
Product Video
The Simpson PS60995's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Simpson PS60995 compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- The Simpson PS60995, reaching a PSI of up to 3600, is one of the more powerful gas-powered units in $600-700 price range. If you're going after the highest possible power of the water stream, one of the best in this price range is the Powerhorse 115178 that can reach up to 3800 PSI.
- Compared to other products in the price range noted above, this washer, boasting 2.5 GPM, sits on the lower side of potential water flow. 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 Powerhorse 115178, with 3.6 GPM.
- Featuring 9000 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) in total, the PS60995 lands within the average cleaning efficiency range for similarly priced gas-powered units. If the highest overall cleaning power is a priority, the Powerhorse 115178 and its 13680 Cleaning Units are notable for their higher potential cleaning efficiency compared to units in the same price range.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other gas-powered washers between 9000 and 9500 Cleaning Units, the Simpson PS60995 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
- 10 year (limited) warranty
- Triplex pump
- Honda engine
- Designed to be stable
- Good range of nozzles included
- Automatic detergent dilution
- Onboard storage
- Several security features
- High PSI for the price
- Decent CU for the price
- No soap tank
- Low GPM for the price
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 PS60995 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 like it but the darn thing is way to short…guess it stores well because of that…