written by on 21/04/2013
Used the jet wash quite a few times,very satisfactory.One question though,how do you use the rotary brush without being on your hands and knees ?If you hold it normally it doesnt lie flat on the surface you are trying to clean.
written by on 23/05/2012
I brought this pressure washer last year and maybe used it twice before storing it for the winter . I recently got it out to clean the car and it's gone to the dogs there is a leak in the metal pipe line not good when using an extension cord . Unfixable The attachment are not easily removable in fact they are near impossible to remove at all. Please don't waste your money .
written by on 11/08/2011
very good item , very usefull . would definetely recommend
written by on 06/05/2011
The only downside to these is, try and get hold of the company when it needs repairing, I asked Homebase, then the RAC who directed me to Hilka, phoned their number loads of time, and got through eventually, was told as it was not under guarantee it would be better to buy a new one, and find a repairer in the Yellow pages.
written by on 28/03/2011
Purchased the RAC-HP04 in February 2010, used about 6 times before storing in November over winter (Frost Free). Removed from storage March 2011, connected water hose & water continually dumped from internal valve beside of motor. Having no success in stoping the flow of water I contacted the help line stated in the user manual (Hilka 02083916767) a complete waste of time. They informed me that they do not supply internal parts or recommend a suitable repairer. When asked why they would not or could not recommend a repairer, their reply was that if the repairer failed to make any satisfactory repair, then Hilka could be held responsible. They did give me an RAC number to phone but this was a premium number (£1.00 per min) & not wanting to spend this amount of money on a phone call I tried the internet.
I then looked on the RAC site to find out if anyone would be able to help, sadly I could only find the RAC accessory shop (No Telephone number just an e-mail enquiry address. Used this address, stated the problem & asked for a contact number to enable me to speak with someone. I then recieved an e-mail from Hilka (The same person that I had spoken with in the first place) asking me to contact them as they had received my enquiry from RAC.
I have now spoken with Hilka again (The same person as before) who advised me to purchase another pressure washer.
I will certainly purchase another washer but not one associated with RAC or Hilka. I wish I had looked at the reviews prior to purchase, it would have saved me a lot of time & money. I would not have given this product any stars for value for money or for an overall rating unfortunately you have to give at least the minimum one.
My advise to any one is AVOID, AVOID, AVOID.
written by lionn on 10/02/2011
Looking to get a replacement washer. I had got one of these a while back.Argos, cheap but a complete waste of money. It kept tipping over because the hose daftly is mounted on top of what is already a top heavy machine. Fortunately for me it broke down at the 2nd attempt while the receipt was still in my wallet. Needless to say I took it right back.
I bought a Lidl Lavor, which is another waste of money. It has a hose on a reel which has a handle to reel the hose in. The hose is not exactly a piece of wire. The cleaning ability is useless, but it is still working. Waiting for it to break down so I can bin it.
written by on 23/10/2010
Bought the 1850 watt model from Homebase. It had been reduced £20 and there was a further 15% off. I previously owned a more exspensive washer and find this model to be very good. the pressure was strong enough to clean concrete and block paving and it comes with a good range of attachments for cleaning the car. Good value and does what it says.
written by on 08/08/2010
Used this for the first time today. The machine started to leak water from inside of it, obviously not a good thing to combine with an electric motor. Basically it is a disgrace that a product that can obviously cause serious harm is sold in this state. I would not recommend that any one buys this product unless they have a death wish.
written by on 19/07/2010
Bought this Rac pressure washer from homebase, used it three times, on the third occasion the motor failed, and emitted black smoke.
Failed just out of warranty. I will be persuing Homebase or Rac for a good will refund.
DONT BUY ONE OF THESE.
written by on 08/05/2010
brilliant little pressure washer does every thing it says it does
written by on 26/04/2010
Bought the item from Homebase thought give it a go. It works absolutely genius. Clean driveway and garden without any problem. Water pressure is fantastic. My driveway and back garden is spotless. Pressure washer is cheap and affordable. Good value of money.
Peoples who are complaining should read the instruction properly and use it as it says. You won't be disappointed.
written by on 18/04/2010
Bought in April 09, out of warranty by a week, used a couple of times last year, and then again yesterday to clean patio furniture. Spray stopped, and smell of burning, smoke out of vents. Less than 10 hours use in total.
Hoping that Argos will accept that it is not fit for purpose.
written by on 17/04/2010
Only had it a short time.used on two occasions, once for car then patio and both times did a fine job. Second time it was used to clean off garden furniture and large wooded deck and it worked just fine. No complaints from me, as it is much more powerful than a previous larger machine which cost three times as much as this one..Long may it continue and seeing as i have a 3 year guarantee i'm not to bothered..
written by on 14/04/2010
Used it twice .Started it up last week worked for five minutes and wont work again.Owned from new for thirteen months so out of guarantee. Spoke to makers who offered to provide parts if we could find out what the problem was.As this would mean forking out more money we feel we would be throwing good money after bad so this is an experience we do not want to repeat.We would not recommend this product to anybody as we do not think that it is fit for its purpose.
written by on 17/03/2010
Bought from Argos, first one the lance leaked after 10 min and Argos replaced no problem , second one internal laek leaking wouldn't even pressure up, Argo gave money back straight away. Heap of Junk
written by on 13/03/2010
More power blowing water through a hose with my mouth!! Tried and tried for an hour but the presure is so bad unless I just got a bad one!
written by gfh2307 on 07/03/2010
A complete waste of money, after 10 mins of use took it straight back to Homebase for refund. The body is poorly fitted and prevented hose connection from being screwed in, the jet is very weak, despite 1850 watt power. May look good, but very poor quality manufacture, cheap components and a great embarassment for RAC who put their name to this - they shoud stick to vehicle breakdown, unless they want to start repairing power washers.
written by mikeboy2009 on 14/06/2009
Bought this RAC 1850 Watt Pressure Washer today from B&Q. Fired it up for the first time and it ran well although a little noisy for about 3 minutes then refused to start again.
Fiddled about with it for 5 minutes and it decided to run again - 2 minutes this time! I will be taking it back tomorrow lets hope the replacement fares better.
It would be a good machine for the money if reliable, which it isn't.
written by on 03/05/2009
RAC 1850 Watt Pressure Washer works very well----good jet-easy to use, small but powerful.
written by reza asfa on 24/04/2009
Not too happy with the RAC 1850 Watt washer as after using it for only 3 times the motor brushes worn out and can not find any 0ne to supply me with a set of motor brush even Hilka who distribute this product to Argos and others.
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Written on: 02/01/2011
I found this review helpful because...A GOOD GUIDE WITHOUT FUSS