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Which Spray Tip Color is the Right One to Use?It's important to match the right pressure washer nozzle for each cleaning job! And pressure washer nozzles are color-coded attachments to help you choose the perfect nozzle for each specific cleaning job. 
By far, the most common types of nozzles included with pressure washers are QUICK CONNECT NOZZLES and they are color-coded. Most pressure washer models come equipped with either 4 OR 5 quick connect nozzles. Either is good.
The quick connect nozzles attach to the end of the wand and they are incredibly easy to change, depending on your cleaning project. Each nozzle sports a different color to indicate the degree of angle, or fan size, of the water. The wider the degree or fan, the less cleaning power. But the smaller the degree, the more intense the power. Remember you're cleaning with highly pressurized water and too much power can damage the very material you're trying to clean. So work slowly and cautiously. Check out the pressure washer safety page page for valuable safety advice. Karcher electric pressure washers continue to be extremely popular with homeowners, and I found a very good deal on a quality Karcher model at Northern Tool + Equipment
"Karcher Electric Pressure Washer — 1800 PSI, 1.5 GPM, Model# 5.93 M"
COLORS OF NOZZLES and HOW TO USE THEM:
Black - low pressure nozzle to use for soap or chemical injection
My Recommendation? Always start cleaning with the 40 degree tip (white) first, to test and see if you'll really need to move up to a more powerful tip! With the quick-connect tips, it's easy to change them, so start with the white tip first. 8/6/08 - Newest Tip: PressureWashersNow.com is my favorite source for pro-quality, quick-connect replacement nozzles - and their prices are 38% to 65% lower than competitors. (And they're $10 cheaper than my local Homedepot.) I highly recommend www.PressureWashersNow.com for their high-quality parts & attachments at true discount prices! NEW Rotary Spray Nozzles
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