Can you rebuild a cat pump?

CAT Pumps Rebuild Kits CAT Pumps company repair kits provide an easy way to purchase entire sets of seals, o-rings, valves, and more. It’s highly recommended to do a complete swap of these kinds of wear parts. If you’re going to take the time to replace one component, it’s smart to replace everything.

How long do Cat Pumps last?

With regular oil changes and using the special Cat Pumps oil, the bearings typically last a minimum of 12,000-18,000 hours in low RPM pumps [below 1200 RPM] and 6,000-10,000 hours in high RPM pumps [above 1200 RPM].

What causes a cat pump to pulsate?

Debris in either of these valves can allow the water to free flow in and out of that valve chamber and not be properly discharged from the pump. This situation causes irregular flow patterns through the valve chambers, resulting in flow ripple or pulsation.

What kind of oil does a cat pressure washer pump take?

Cat Pumps custom-blended, High-Pressure Pump Oil is exclusively designed, tested, and proven to maximize the life of Cat Pump products. This specially formulated, premium-grade, petroleum-based, ISO 68 hydraulic oil contains an advanced additive package to protect against wear, oxidation, rust, and corrosion.

Who makes Cat Pumps?

Cat Pumps has been a leader selling precision triplex reciprocating pumps and systems for more than fifty years. Founded in 1968 by William L. Bruggeman, our Minneapolis, MN based company focuses on manufacturing and marketing the longest-lasting, most dependable high-pressure pumps available in the industry.

How do you fix a pulsing pressure washer?

Set the spray wand to high pressure. Clear any debris from the nozzle. If the nozzle has even a little bit of dirt in the tip, it may cause enough obstruction for the pressure washer to pulsate. If your pressure washer came with a nozzle cleaner, use it to clean the tip.