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The Sun Joe SPX4800 is an electric pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 3200 PSI and flow of 1.3 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Electric |
|---|---|
| Handling | Hand Truck |
| Water | Cold (104°F max.) |
| PSI (max/rated) | 3200/2500 |
| GPM (max/rated) | 1.3/1.1 |
| Cleaning Units | 2750 |
| Motor | 14.9 amp, induction |
| Pump | Axial Cam |
| Frame | Metal |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Yes |
| Soap tank | 1 gal |
| Soap dilution | Wheel |
| Nozzles | 0°, 15°, 25°, 40°, Soap |
| Quick connect nozzles | Yes |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 20 ft |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | Approx. 25.8 x 17.1 x 17.4 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 37 lbs |
| Wheels | 2 wheels, never flat |
| Included accessories | Nozzle cleaner, wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, garden hose adapter, 35 ft GFCI power cord, 5 nozzles |
| Security | Trigger lock |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 842470121904 |
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Description
Zoom on the Sun Joe SPX4800
The Sun Joe SPX4800, 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, paintless surfaces and reaching far-away areas
- intense cleaning of tough, paintless surfaces
- cleaning of painted or delicate surfaces
- applying 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
The Sun Joe SPX4800
The Sun Joe SPX4800's axial cam pump, powered by a 14.9 amp induction motor, can provide a pressure of up to 3200 PSI (approximately 53 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 1.3 GPM (values as per CSA testing standards). These are the maximum values that the washer can reach only under specific conditions. Under typical load, working pressure is 2500 PSI and rated flow is 1.1 GPM. The Sun Joe SPX4800 thus has a cleaning power of 2750 Cleaning Units.
Being an electric pressure washer, the Sun Joe SPX4800's motor can be easily started by a convenient ON/OFF switch. The unit is ready-to-use with peace of mind, thanks to the included 35 ft GFCI cord.
Design & Handling
Thanks to its hand truck design and approximate dimensions of D25.8 x W17.1 x H17.4 in, the Sun Joe SPX4800 offers great mobility. The strong metal frame assures assembly longevity. The foam-padded fixed handle adds to the SPX4800 convenience of transport, while offering a comfortable grip.
With a weight of only 37 lbs, the unit is definitely easy to carry around. To further improve its transportability and ease of use, the unit also features a set of two never-flat wheels.
Main Features
The Sun Joe SPX4800
The Sun Joe SPX4800 comes with a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose, 5 nozzles and a detergent injection feature, which are detailed below.
- Soap injection: Detergent is stored in a 1 gal tank. The detergent dilution ratio can be manually selected, using a dial. The detergent will be added automatically to the water when a soap nozzle is attached.
- Pressure hose: The included 20 ft 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 enables you to easily store 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
- Total Stop System (TSS): This feature automatically shuts off the pressure washer when the trigger is not engaged, to prolong the pump's lifespan.
- Onboard storage: With the Sun Joe SPX4800'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).
- Accessories: Besides the usual owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and documentation to get you promptly started, the Sun Joe SPX4800 comes with spray gun, nozzle cleaner, garden hose adapter, power cord, wand and pressure hose.
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The Sun Joe SPX4800's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Sun Joe SPX4800 compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- Able to deliver a maximum pressure of 3200 PSI, the Sun Joe SPX4800 is one of the electric products that can produce the highest water pressure, in the $300 to $400 price range.
- When compared to devices in the above-mentioned price range, this washer and its 1.3 GPM (gallons per minute), is on the lower end of the achievable water flow. If maximum rinsing efficiency is your top priority, one of the devices with the highest water flow in the same price range is the Greenworks GPW2200, with a GPM of 2.3.
- Reaching up to 2750 Cleaning Units, the SPX4800 is one of the more efficient amongst its similarly priced peers. In case you are looking for the highest overall cleaning power, in this price range, one of the current champions is the Westinghouse WPX3200e and its 3080 Cleaning Units.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other electric washers between 2500 and 3000 Cleaning Units, the Sun Joe SPX4800 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
- Induction motor
- Good range of nozzles included
- Detergent dilution mechanism
- Onboard storage
- High PSI for the price
- High CU for the price
- Low GPM for the price
About Sun Joe
Sun Joe is the brand that the parent Snow Joe Company uses to market its line of summertime outdoor power equipment. Founded in 1994 in Edison, NJ, Snow Joe + Sun Joe has consistently supplied do-it-yourselfers with quality corded electric and battery-powered tools for home and gardening needs. The company strives to be ecologically friendly and prides itself on innovation and low-cost solutions. Their range of products includes snow throwers, lawn mowers, pressure washers, and trimmers. The design team is located in Carlstadt, NJ, while the manufacturing facilities are located in China, India, Taiwan, Japan, as well as in the USA.
Warranty Information
The Sun Joe SPX4800 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 Sun Joe pressure washers, please consult Sun Joe's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-866-SNOWJOE (866-766-9563).
