The Westinghouse ePX3500 is a compact electric pressure washer for driveways, decks, fences and patio furniture. It suits people who want real pressure from a machine they can carry in one hand. Westinghouse lists 2500 max PSI and 1.76 max GPM, in a unit that weighs 19 pounds Westinghouse.
Westinghouse ePX3500 at a glance
2500PSI
Max pressure
1.76GPM
Max water flow
5quick-connect: 0
Nozzle tips
19lbs
Weight
Westinghouse publishes these numbers on the ePX3500 product page, and the user manual repeats the pressure and flow figures Westinghousemanual.
Max pressure
2500 PSI
Rated pressure
2000 PSI
Max water flow
1.76 GPM (6.66 LPM)
Rated water flow
1.2 GPM (4.54 LPM)
Motor
13 amps, 120 V AC only, 60 Hz
Pump
Axial cam
Nozzle tips
5 quick-connect: 0, 15, 25, turbo, soap
Soap tank
20 oz, onboard
Hose
25 ft easy-coil nylon braided, M22 quick-connect
Power cord
35 ft
Wand
Pro-style steel extendable, 17.5 in
Wheels
Four quick-lock casters, 360 degree steering
Weight
19 lbs (9 kg)
Size
13.5 L x 14 W x 16.5 H in
How much does the Westinghouse ePX3500 weigh?
The ePX3500 weighs 19 pounds dry, which Westinghouse also gives as 9 kg Westinghouse. That is the unit alone, before you add the hose, wand and water.
How big is the Westinghouse ePX3500?
Westinghouse lists the unit at 13.5 inches long, 14 inches wide and 16.5 inches tall Westinghouse. By our maths, that footprint is about 1.3 square feet of floor space (13.5 x 14, divided by 144).
Is the Westinghouse ePX3500 electric?
Yes, the ePX3500 runs on household power only. The manual lists the input as 120 V, AC only, 60 Hz, 13 amps manual. There is no engine, no fuel tank and no pull cord.
ePX3500 or ePX3100?
Pick the ePX3500 for the highest pressure of the three compact ePX models. The ePX3100 shares the same size, weight and tips at 2300 max PSI Westinghouse. The ePX3100s is the small one, with a detachable foam cannon and a 20 ft hose Westinghouse.
→You want 3400 max PSI: pick the WPX3400e Westinghouse.
→You want a detachable foam cannon: pick the ePX3100s Westinghouse.
→You want a 0.45 gallon soap tank: pick the WPX3400e Westinghouse.
Good to know before you buy
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The ePX3500 takes cold tap water only. The manual lists the water temperature as cold water only, and says hot water damages the pump seals manual. Run it from a garden tap, not from a hot feed.
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Your water supply must stay under 150 PSI. The manual says never to use a supply that exceeds 150 PSI maximum manual. It also says the water must come from a water main, not a lake, pool or pond.
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Westinghouse does not recommend an extension cord. The cord on the unit is 35 ft, so plan the outlet around that Westinghouse. If a cord is unavoidable, the manual asks for 16 AWG or heavier at 50 ft or less manual.
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Keep it above 40 degrees Fahrenheit in storage. Water left inside can freeze and crack the high-pressure pump manual. Store it indoors in a heated space, and use a pump saver, which is not included.
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The 3 year warranty covers parts for 3 years and labor for 1 year. Westinghouse covers repair expense, parts and labor, for 1 year from purchase, and replacement parts only for 3 years warranty. It applies to personal use by the original buyer, so register the unit and keep the receipt.
How the ePX3500 compares
ePX3500 vs Simpson Clean Machine
The ePX3500 lists more pressure, five tips and a 19 pound body. The Simpson Clean Machine CM60976 lists 2300 PSI, a brushless induction motor, 12 inch never-flat tires and 40 pounds Simpson.
Move up to the WPX3400e for more pressure and a bigger soap tank, in a larger cart-style frame. Westinghouse lists it at 3400 max PSI, 2 max GPM and 42.7 pounds Westinghouse.
Westinghouse lists decks, driveways, garage floors, stairs, fencing, patio furniture and vehicles Westinghouse. It says the washer blasts away mildew, grease, oil, tar, mud and rust.
The manual sets the limits by nozzle rather than by surface. Cold tap water, a maximum 150 PSI supply and a mains water feed are the conditions for every job manual.
Which nozzle tip should I use?
The manual gives a job for each of the five tips manual.
Tip
What the manual says
0 degrees
High pressure. Concrete, tough stains, stripping paint. Use with caution.
Turbo
High pressure. A rotating 0 degree pattern that covers large areas faster.
15 degrees
Moderate pressure. Safe on brick and paved patios.
25 degrees
Moderate pressure. Safe on brick and paved patios.
Soap
Low pressure. Safe for cars, windows and decks.
Before you start
Always stop the washer, release the pressure in the spray gun and lock the trigger before you change a nozzle manual.
To protect a surface, the manual says to pick the right nozzle, change the angle of the stream, or move the nozzle further away manual. Test a small hidden area first.
Does the ePX3500 have a GFCI plug?
Yes, the ePX3500 has a Class A ground fault circuit interrupter built into the plug of the power cord manual. The manual explains that this guards against current flowing through a person standing on a wet surface.
The unit is also double insulated, so the manual says it has no grounding means and none should be added manual.
Tip
Test the GFCI monthly: press TEST and listen for a click, then press RESET and check the LED comes on manual.
Is the ePX3500 easy to move and store?
Westinghouse builds the ePX3500 around four quick-lock wheels with a 360 degree steering design and a low center of gravity, for anti-tipping agility Westinghouse. It says the washer follows you from driveway to grass in one smooth motion.
For storage, the body carries the gear. The manual lists a cord retainer on one side, a hose retainer on the back, two gun holsters and a nozzle storage area manual. There is also a handle for carrying the unit.
How to set up and use it
Assemble it
The ePX3500 arrives in parts. The box holds a spray gun, a lance, upper and lower gun holsters, a hose retainer, four nozzles, a turbo nozzle, a high pressure hose and four casters manual.
Hold the unit at a slight angle and push the four casters into the slots at the base until they snap in.
Return the unit upright, then slide the upper and lower gun holsters into their slots.
Fit the hose retainer on the back, and the cord retainer on the side opposite the holsters.
Push the lance into the spray gun and turn it clockwise. Do not overtighten.
Pull the collar on the high pressure hose back, push the fitting into the gun, then screw the collar on.
Connect the water and power
Turn the faucet fully off, then uncoil the garden hose and flush it for a few seconds.
Check the screen inside the water inlet for damage or clogs. Never connect a garden hose without the screen.
Insert the garden hose into the water inlet and tighten the collar.
Connect the high pressure hose to the threaded outlet on the washer and tighten the collar.
Unwind the power cord fully and plug it into a 120 volt outlet manual.
Start and stop it
Turn the water supply on before you switch the washer on.
Hold the gun with both hands and point the lance in a safe direction.
Release the safety lock and squeeze the trigger until the water runs steady, then lock it again.
Push the START/STOP button once. The unit runs for a moment and shuts off, which is the auto-start feature.
Push START/STOP again to stop it, then squeeze the trigger to release the pressure left in the system manual.
How to use soap with the ePX3500
The ePX3500 applies detergent under low pressure through the soap nozzle only manual.
Stop the washer, turn the faucet off, and pull the trigger to release the pressure.
Fit the soap nozzle.
Fill the 20 oz tank with a pressure washer detergent, mixed as its maker directs.
Turn the water on, start the washer, and squeeze the trigger until soap shows in the stream.
Spray a dry surface, starting at the bottom and working up in a side-to-side motion.
Afterwards, empty the tank, refill it with clean water, and spray it through to flush the system.
Use detergents made for pressure washers, with the consistency of water manual. Thick, gel-like detergents clog the washer and can damage it.
Care and quick fixes from the manual
How to clean the nozzles
Stop the washer and turn the faucet completely off.
Release the pressure in the spray gun and unplug the washer.
Take the nozzle off the lance.
Clear debris from inside it with a nozzle cleaning tool or a fine needle.
Back flush water through the nozzle with a garden hose, then refit it manual.
How to clean the water inlet screen
The screens inside the garden hose adapter need cleaning from time to time manual. Remove them, rinse them with clean water, and put them back in the inlet.
Never clean the washer itself with a garden hose, because water can damage the electrical parts. Use a soft brush and a damp cloth, and low pressure air of no more than 25 psi on the vents.
If the ePX3500 will not turn on
Check that the cord is plugged into a grounded 120 volt outlet.
Pull the trigger to release water pressure held in the hose.
Press the RESET button on the power cord, in case the GFCI tripped.
If it still will not start, call Westinghouse customer service on 1-855-944-3571 manual.
If it runs but no water comes out
The manual lists three causes: an improper water source, a clogged nozzle, or a defective spray lance manual. Connect the washer to a water main, clean the nozzle, and replace the lance if neither fixes it.
If it starts for 2 seconds, then stops
That is the auto-start feature working as designed manual. The motor runs for 1 to 2 seconds to prime the pump, then shuts off until you squeeze the trigger.
Squeezing the trigger rapidly can make the auto-start feature miss a cycle. Use slow, deliberate pulls.
How to store it
Release the pressure in the gun, unplug the washer, and wrap the cord on the cord retainer.
Remove the garden hose, then tilt the unit to drain water from the inlet.
Take off the nozzles and put them in the nozzle storage area.
Disconnect the high pressure hose and wrap it on the hose retainer.
Split the gun and lance, and put them in the holsters.
Store it dry and covered, away from extreme heat and cold manual.
Westinghouse ePX3500 FAQ
Does the Westinghouse ePX3500 have a carburetor?
No, the ePX3500 is an electric washer with a 13 amp motor, so there is no carburetor manual. A carburetor belongs to a gas engine, and this machine does not have one.
Does the ePX3500 need an oil change?
No, the maintenance section covers cleaning the unit, the nozzles and the inlet screens, plus storage manual. Westinghouse lists no oil change step for the ePX3500.
Can you adjust the PSI on the ePX3500?
Westinghouse lists no pressure dial for the ePX3500. The manual says to change the force on a surface by picking a different nozzle, changing the angle of the stream, or moving further back manual.
Is the Westinghouse ePX3500 a generator?
No, the ePX3500 is an electric pressure washer. Westinghouse lists it under electric pressure washers, and it draws 120 V household power to run Westinghouse.
Where can I find the ePX3500 manual and parts list?
Westinghouse posts the ePX3500 user manual and a replacement parts list as PDFs manualparts list. The support page holds the latest copies of both Westinghouse manuals.
Which spare parts does Westinghouse list?
The manual names three maintenance parts: the inlet filter 02000432-0, the turbo nozzle 03000272 and nozzle kit 8855 manual. For anything else, Westinghouse asks you to email service@wpowereq.com or call 1-855-944-3571.
How much is the Westinghouse ePX3500?
See today's price with the link above.
The verdict
4/4 PASS
No. 047 · Westinghouse ePX3500
Driveways, decks and patio furniture.
The ePX3500 suits a homeowner who wants 2500 max PSI for driveways, decks and patio furniture, without storing a cart-sized machine. Westinghouse pairs that pressure with five quick-connect tips, a 20 oz soap tank and a 19 pound body on four steering wheels. Check the cold water, 150 PSI supply and winter storage points above before you buy.
4/4 PASS
