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UK Window Cleaning Forum => Window Cleaning Forum => Topic started by: JSMC on September 16, 2009, 08:44:29 pm

Title: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: JSMC on September 16, 2009, 08:44:29 pm
how good do you rate these machines? I would like to know how you get on regarding getting the ends into the gutters? some gutters have tiles overhanging and access is pretty hard i'd imagine
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: mileslake on September 16, 2009, 09:00:45 pm
Yes they are impossible with the gutter vac
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: JSMC on September 16, 2009, 09:14:40 pm
majority of residential ar elike this from what i have saw.
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: Paul_Rolfe on September 16, 2009, 09:19:02 pm
I'm sure you can earn lots of money $$$ clearing gutters. Come back when you have ok?   ::)
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: ftp on September 16, 2009, 09:35:37 pm
Not had a problem really with my DIY. I use my own plastic nozzles. If the gap is too small I can heat a nozzle in the generator exhaust gas and mould it to fit in about thirty seconds.
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: JSMC on September 16, 2009, 09:42:57 pm
where you buy nozzles?

Also what size generator you use and how much it cost ya
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: ftp on September 16, 2009, 09:48:11 pm
Make the nozzles - just a length of pipe cut off at an angle to match the gutter. 38mm I think it was - just a length from a systern pipe.
Generator is 5kva.
  http://www.pump.co.uk/shop/Generators/PetrolSilent/d24/sd77?code=LC5000DDC
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: matt on September 16, 2009, 09:48:43 pm
If the gap is too small I can heat a nozzle in the generator exhaust gas and mould it to fit in about thirty seconds.

can you toast marshmallows with it aswell ? ? ? ?
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: michael papworth on September 16, 2009, 09:54:52 pm
What vacuum machines do people use or favour for DIY systems?

I like the look of this one: the Numatic WVD900-2.
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: JSMC on September 16, 2009, 10:03:32 pm
wally there are others witha larger diameter hos eon them. East west trading do them i think. If getting one  best get 110v so as to lessen the shock when you do get one
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: JSMC on September 16, 2009, 10:10:27 pm
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3300W-80-Ltr-INDUSTRIAL-WET-DRY-VACUUM-CLEANER_W0QQitemZ150373279814QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Vacuum_Cleaners?hash=item2302f22846&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: michael papworth on September 16, 2009, 11:11:16 pm
wally there are others witha larger diameter hos eon them. East west trading do them i think. If getting one  best get 110v so as to lessen the shock when you do get one

And the
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3300W-80-Ltr-INDUSTRIAL-WET-DRY-VACUUM-CLEANER_W0QQitemZ150373279814QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Vacuum_Cleaners?hash=item2302f22846&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

Yes, I'd looked at this one. My only concern is that it's maybe not tough enough to be up to the job. It looks a bit flimsy for being dragged round.

Is it up to the job?

They do a 3000 watt as well. Anyone know about this one?

Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: JSMC on September 16, 2009, 11:16:55 pm
sure some guys have them on here. That one you ar elooking a thow much and what power is it etc/?
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: michael papworth on September 16, 2009, 11:29:12 pm
It's a Numatic WVD900-2. Specs are:

Motor 2xTwinflo 1200W
Power 230V AV 50/60Hz
Motor Power 2400W
Airflow 80L/sec
Suction 2500mm
Capacity Dry 40L
Capacity Wet 32L
Cleaning Range 26.8m
Weight 25kg
Size 800x490x880mm

More details here: http://www.pb-vac.co.uk/products3.php?itemid=165

I know it's a bit light on power and capacity. Personally, I'm only looking to do domestic, so I guess that it might be sufficient.

The things that attract me to this machine are: 1 - build quality. I've seen one and it's built like a tank. 2 - full spares availability as it's made in UK.

Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: Simon@ Clearview contractors on September 16, 2009, 11:31:36 pm
Let's not forget guys these machines are 230-240V...Not suitable for outside use when raining, unless of course you are using a mobile nylon based insulation platform.
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: JSMC on September 17, 2009, 03:27:34 pm
yeah 110v is what is required. 240 outside could turn nasty
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: EZclean on September 17, 2009, 05:38:22 pm
how about this one for a diy

Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: EZclean on September 17, 2009, 05:39:32 pm
heres my first effort  ;D trouble sourcing a nosel though
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: matt on September 17, 2009, 07:55:01 pm
If the gap is too small I can heat a nozzle in the generator exhaust gas and mould it to fit in about thirty seconds.

can you toast marshmallows with it aswell ? ? ? ?

hum hum
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: ftp on September 17, 2009, 08:58:53 pm
Wonder if I could cook my lunch in a foil parcel?
Title: Re: gutter vac users diy n pro versions
Post by: matt on September 17, 2009, 10:41:15 pm
Wonder if I could cook my lunch in a foil parcel?

when i worked in tidworth, i used to put my cheese sarnies in tinfoil and by the time i had got to work, they were really toasted and lovely

it was bettered by a guy i worked with, he made himself a GAS Grill ( BBQ ) would run it off the blow torch gas bottle, i would even have my own grill top ( as i am veggie ) non of that burnt meat on mine ( i might e.mail the guy now, see what he is upto )