US20120020809A1 - Idle down control for a pressure washer - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to an idle down control for an engine. More particularly, the present invention relates to an idle down control for an engine that provides power for a pressure washer.
- Pressure washers use high-pressure liquid, typically water, to clean surfaces such as driveways, decks, walls, and the like.
- the pressure washer includes an engine that provides power to a pump.
- the pump operates to provide high-pressure fluid to a wand or a gun that includes a trigger mechanism that is actuated by the user to discharge the high-pressure fluid.
- the user squeezes the trigger with one hand and supports the discharge end of the gun with the other hand during use.
- the invention provides an idle down control that includes a pressure sensor that detects a pressure downstream of a pump.
- An actuator moves in response to the detected pressure between a first position in which the engine throttle is forced to an idle position, and a second position in which the engine throttle is free to move between the idle position and a wide open position.
- the pressure sensor measures the pressure at the pump outlet manifold such that a drop in pressure results in movement of the actuator to the first position.
- the position of the sensor is such that it detects a drop in pressure when fluid is being bypassed from the pump outlet to the pump inlet.
- the invention provides a method of controlling the speed of an engine that powers a pressure washer pump.
- the method includes positioning a throttle at an operating position between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed.
- the method also includes collecting a fluid within a manifold immediately as it is discharged from the pump, sensing a pressure within the manifold, and adjusting the operating position of the throttle in response to the sensed pressure. When the sensed pressure is low, the throttle is moved toward the idle position and when the pressure is high, the throttle is moved toward the normal speed position.
- the method further includes positioning an unloader downstream of the manifold and configuring the unloader in one of a first position in which the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to the pump such that the sensed pressure is low, and a second position in which the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to a point of use and the sensed pressure is high.
- the invention provides a method of controlling the speed of an engine that powers a pressure washer pump.
- the method includes configuring a throttle to operate between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed.
- the method also includes providing a pressure sensor at a manifold to sense pressure of the fluid immediately as it is discharged from the pump and providing a linkage between the pressure sensor and the throttle to adjust the operating position of the throttle in response to the sensed pressure. When the sensed pressure is low, the throttle is moved toward the idle position and when the sensed pressure is high, the throttle is moved toward the normal speed position.
- the method further includes providing an unloader downstream of the manifold and the pressure sensor. In a first position, the unloader directs fluid from the manifold back to the pump, and in a second position, the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to a point of use.
- the invention provides a pressure washer configured to output a pressurized fluid to a point of use.
- the pressure washer includes an engine having a throttle movable between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed.
- the pressure washer also includes a pump having an inlet and an outlet that discharges fluid, said pump powered by the engine to pressurize the fluid and a manifold positioned to immediately receive the fluid discharged from the pump outlet such that a manifold pressure is substantially equal to a pump discharge pressure.
- An unloader is positioned between the manifold and the point of use.
- the unloader is configurable in a first configuration in which fluid flows from the manifold to the point of use and a second configuration in which fluid flows from the manifold to the pump inlet, and wherein the manifold pressure is high when the unloader is in the first configuration and is low when the unloader is in the second configuration.
- a pressure sensor is configured to continuously detect the manifold pressure without flow passing through the sensor and an actuator is responsive to the detected manifold pressure to move between a first position when the detected manifold pressure is low, and a second position when the detected manifold pressure high.
- a linkage is connected between the actuator and the throttle to move the throttle to the idle position when the actuator is in the first position.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a pressure washer including a gun
- FIG. 2 is a top view of another pressure washer including an engine, a pump, and an idle down control;
- FIG. 3 is a top view of a portion of the engine of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the pump and a portion of the engine of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the idle down control of FIG. 2 on the engine of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the idle down control of FIG. 2 on the engine of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the idle down control of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 8 is a bottom view of the idle down control of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 9 is a partially broken away view of an exemplary unloader valve and regulator of the type that could be used with the present invention.
- FIG. 10 is a section view of the idle down control of FIG. 2 taken along line 10 - 10 of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 1 illustrates one possible pressure washer 10 that employs the invention.
- the pressure washer 10 is a mobile pressure washer that includes a trigger-actuated gun 15 , an internal combustion engine 20 , and a pump 25 .
- the engine 20 drives the pump 25 , which draws fluid, typically water, from a source (e.g., an onboard reservoir, a garden hose, an external tank, etc.) and selectively delivers the fluid to the gun 15 , via a hose 30 , under pressure.
- a source e.g., an onboard reservoir, a garden hose, an external tank, etc.
- the gun 15 includes a trigger assembly 35 that allows the user to selectively discharge a flow of water from the gun 15 .
- the user squeezes the trigger 35 to open a valve (not shown) and begin the discharge of high-pressure fluid.
- the valve closes, and high-pressure flow is inhibited from exiting the gun 15 .
- FIG. 2 illustrates a pressure washer 10 a that includes the engine 20 supported by a frame 40 having wheels 45 to allow for movement.
- a one-cylinder horizontal shaft internal combustion engine is employed.
- other arrangements may employ a vertical shaft engine and/or a multi-cylinder engine if desired.
- other engine types e.g., diesel, rotary, etc. could also be employed.
- the engine 20 includes a throttle 50 that is movable between an idle position and a wide open position to vary the flow of fuel and air to the engine 20 .
- a throttle 50 that is movable between an idle position and a wide open position to vary the flow of fuel and air to the engine 20 .
- the throttle 50 When the throttle 50 is in the idle position the engine 20 operates at an idle speed, and when the throttle 50 is in the wide open position the engine 20 operates at a desired engine speed.
- the engine 20 also includes a crankcase 55 , a piston (not shown), a crankshaft (not shown), and one or more cam shafts (not shown).
- the crankshaft rotates in response to reciprocation of the piston to produce usable shaft power.
- the cam shaft or shafts are coupled to the crankshaft such that they rotate at one-half the crankshaft speed to actuate intake and exhaust valves for the engine 20 , as is well known in the art.
- a governor 60 is coupled to the throttle 50 to control the throttle position to maintain the engine 20 at the desired engine speed during operation.
- the governor 60 includes a speed sensor (not shown) that senses the actual operating speed of the engine 20 . If a typical mechanical governor is used, flyweights rotate in response to the rotation of the engine crankshaft or cam shaft such that the flyweights rotate at the engine speed, or one-half the engine speed (the cam shaft speed). In the illustrated construction, the speed sensor engages a governor shaft 65 that extends out of the crankcase 55 and engages a governor arm 70 . The governor arm 70 moves through an arc in response to changes in speed of the engine 20 .
- a link arm 75 includes a first end 80 that connects to the governor arm 70 and a second end 85 that is coupled to the throttle 50 .
- movement of the governor arm 70 produces a corresponding movement of the throttle 50 .
- a governor spring 90 is connected to the engine 20 and to the governor arm 70 to bias the arm 70 toward a first or wide open throttle direction.
- the governor arm 70 includes an extension 95 that defines a plurality of apertures 100 .
- a second spring 105 includes a first end 110 that is coupled to the extension 95 using one of the apertures 100 , and a second end 115 coupled to an idle control lever 120 .
- the spring 105 can be connected to any one of the apertures 100 to adjust the effect of the spring 105 .
- the idle control lever 120 is pivotally coupled to the engine 20 such that it rotates substantially freely about an axis.
- An idle lever 125 is coupled to the idle control lever 120 and an idle down controller 130 .
- the idle down controller 130 includes a housing 135 , a spring 140 , and an actuator 145 positioned within the housing 135 .
- a one-piece housing 135 is employed, with other constructions employing multi-piece housings.
- the housing 135 includes a threaded aperture 150 (shown in FIG. 8 ) that provides for fluid communication to a sensor aperture 155 .
- the sensor aperture 155 allows for the communication of the fluid pressure from the threaded aperture 150 to the actuator 145 .
- the sensor aperture 155 is about one-quarter of an inch in diameter, with larger or smaller apertures 155 also being suitable.
- the relatively large size of the aperture 155 reduces the likelihood of clogging in the controller 130 .
- the housing 135 also includes a shoulder portion 160 and a groove 165 that cooperate to attach the idle down controller 130 to the engine 20 , as will be described in more detail with regard to FIG. 5 .
- the actuator 145 is movably supported by the housing 135 such that it can move between an idle position (shown in FIGS. 7 and 8 ) and a normal speed position. When the actuator 145 is in the idle position, it overrides the governor 60 and forces the throttle 50 toward the idle position. When the actuator 145 is in the normal speed position, the idle down controller 130 allows the governor 60 to control the speed of the engine 20 .
- the actuator 145 includes a piston portion 170 and a connecting portion 175 that extends outside of the housing 135 .
- the connecting portion 175 engages the idle lever 125 to connect the actuator 145 to the throttle 50 .
- the piston portion 170 is in fluid communication with the sensor aperture 155 to allow the fluid pressure to act on the piston 170 .
- the spring 140 is positioned within the housing 135 to bias the actuator 145 into the normal speed position (illustrated in FIGS. 7 and 8 ).
- FIG. 5 illustrates the attachment of the idle down controller 130 to the engine 20 .
- the engine 20 includes a support bracket 180 that defines an aperture sized to receive a portion of the housing 135 .
- the shoulder portion 160 engages one side of the bracket 180 such that the groove 165 extends through the aperture.
- An e-ring 185 engages the groove 165 to lock the idle down controller 130 in its operating position.
- a small breather aperture 190 formed in the end of the housing 135 opposite the actuator 145 .
- the breather aperture 190 provides an air flow path into and out of the housing 135 to allow the actuator 145 to move freely.
- the pump 25 is coupled to the engine 20 such that rotation of the engine 20 produces a corresponding rotation of the pump 25 .
- a gearbox or other speed changing device is positioned between the engine 20 and the pump 25 , with preferred constructions employing a direct connection such that the pump 25 rotates at the same speed as the engine 20 .
- a triplex pump is employed with other types of pumps 25 also being suitable for use.
- the pump 25 discharges high-pressure fluid to a manifold 195 attached to the outlet of the pump 25 .
- the manifold 195 collects the fluid and directs it through an unloader valve 200 ( FIG. 9 ) and a pressure regulator 205 before the flow passes through the hose 30 to the gun 15 .
- One possible arrangement of the unloader valve 200 and pressure regulator 205 is illustrated partially broken away in FIG. 9 .
- a pressure line 210 provides fluid communication between the manifold 195 (upstream of the unloader valve 200 and the pressure regulator 205 ) and the sensor aperture 155 ( FIG. 8 ) of the idle down controller 130 .
- the pressure applied to the piston portion 170 ( FIG. 8 ) is substantially equal to the pressure at the manifold 195 , which is substantially equal to the outlet pressure of the pump 25 .
- the operation of the idle down controller 130 will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4 .
- the user starts the engine 20 to begin operation of the pump 25 .
- the pump 25 draws low-pressure fluid from the source, increases the pressure of the fluid, and delivers the fluid to the manifold 195 .
- the user grasps the gun 15 and aims it at the surface to be cleaned, then pulls the trigger 35 to open the valve and initiate the flow of high-pressure fluid out of the gun 15 .
- the engine 20 operates at a desired speed during the discharge of water from the gun 15 to produce a flow of high-pressure fluid that collects in the manifold 195 and then passes through the unloader valve 200 ( FIG. 9 ) and the pressure regulator 205 .
- the pressure regulator 205 reduces the pressure of the fluid to the desired operating pressure of the system.
- the manifold pressure is transferred to the sensor aperture 155 of the idle down controller 130 via the pressure line 210 . Because there is no flow through the idle down controller 130 , little or no flow passes through the pressure line 210 . Rather, the pressure simply increases or decreases with the manifold pressure.
- the high-pressure within the idle down controller 130 forces the actuator 145 inward against the biasing spring 140 toward the normal speed position such that the governor 60 can control the engine speed.
- one or more washers 215 can be positioned between the shoulder portion 160 and the idle lever 125 to limit the travel of the actuator 145 as may be required to adjust the system.
- a pressure increase occurs within the hose 30 and the gun 15 .
- the pressure increase forces the unloader valve 200 ( FIG. 9 ) to move to an open position to bypass the high-pressure fluid from the outlet of the pump 25 to the inlet of the pump 25 .
- the pressure within the manifold 195 , 195 a drops substantially.
- the pressure drop is transmitted to the sensor aperture 155 of the idle down controller 130 via the pressure line 210 .
- the reduced fluid pressure on the system is such that the spring 140 within the housing 135 biases the actuator 145 outward to the position illustrated in FIGS. 3 and 4 . In this position, the governor 60 is biased or forced toward the idle position and the engine speed is reduced to the idle speed.
- the ability to reduce the engine speed when high-pressure fluid is not required reduces wear on both the engine 20 and the pump 25 .
- reducing the engine speed can improve the fuel economy of the engine 20 in some situations.
- the positioning of the idle down controller 130 results in a very simple system.
- the idle down controller 130 is directly coupled to the engine 20 with a single pressure line 210 between the pump 25 and the controller 130 .
- the operation of the controller 130 is such that the controller 130 need not be overly sensitive because the difference in pressure between the high-pressure fluid (during discharge) and the low-pressure fluid (during bypass) is typically in excess of 1000 psi.
- many types of pressure washers operate with a manifold pressure of between about 2000 psi and 4000 psi during fluid discharge.
- the manifold pressure drops substantially, for example to about 300 psi for a 2000 psi rated pressure washer.
- the pressure difference between the high-pressure fluid and the low-pressure fluid is about 1700 psi or greater.
- the large pressure difference between the two operating pressures of the system allows for the use of a less sensitive or less finely tuned idle down controller 130 , thus reducing the cost of the system.
- the simplicity of the system further reduces the cost of manufacturing and assembling the various components.
- the present device moves the engine throttle 50 to the idle position in response to a drop in pressure, rather than an increase in pressure.
- the pressure line 210 develop a leak or a clog, the pressure drop would likely result in the engine 20 idling rather than operating at full speed.
- the idle down controller 130 actuates a device that is operable to reduce the rotational speed of the motor or stop the motor.
- the idle down controller 130 moves a switch that opens a circuit between the motor and the power supply to stop rotation of the motor.
- the idle down controller 130 moves a device that varies the flow of power to the motor.
- a variable capacitor or a variable resistor could be employed.
- a frequency varying device is used to reduce the frequency of the electrical current provided to the motor, thereby slowing the motor.
- the invention provides, among other things, an idle down controller 130 that responds to pressure changes within the manifold 195 to reduce the engine speed to an idle speed in response to the closure of a valve in a pressure washer gun 15 .
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A method of controlling the speed of an engine includes positioning a throttle at an operating position between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed, collecting a fluid within a manifold, sensing a pressure within the manifold, and adjusting the operating position of the throttle in response to the sensed pressure. When the sensed pressure is low, the throttle is moved toward the idle position and when the pressure is high, the throttle is moved toward the normal speed position. The method further includes positioning an unloader downstream of the manifold, the manifold configured in one of a first position in which the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to the pump, and a second position in which the unloader directs fluid to a point of use.
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- This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 11/729,692 filed Mar. 29, 2007, now U.S. Pat. No. ______, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/831,330 filed Jul. 17, 2006, the entire contents of each are hereby incorporated by reference herein.
- The present invention relates to an idle down control for an engine. More particularly, the present invention relates to an idle down control for an engine that provides power for a pressure washer.
- Pressure washers use high-pressure liquid, typically water, to clean surfaces such as driveways, decks, walls, and the like. Generally, the pressure washer includes an engine that provides power to a pump. The pump operates to provide high-pressure fluid to a wand or a gun that includes a trigger mechanism that is actuated by the user to discharge the high-pressure fluid. Generally, the user squeezes the trigger with one hand and supports the discharge end of the gun with the other hand during use.
- During periods when high-pressure water is not required, the user releases the trigger and high-pressure water from the pump discharge is directed back to the pump intake.
- The invention provides an idle down control that includes a pressure sensor that detects a pressure downstream of a pump. An actuator moves in response to the detected pressure between a first position in which the engine throttle is forced to an idle position, and a second position in which the engine throttle is free to move between the idle position and a wide open position. The pressure sensor measures the pressure at the pump outlet manifold such that a drop in pressure results in movement of the actuator to the first position. The position of the sensor is such that it detects a drop in pressure when fluid is being bypassed from the pump outlet to the pump inlet.
- In one construction, the invention provides a method of controlling the speed of an engine that powers a pressure washer pump. The method includes positioning a throttle at an operating position between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed. The method also includes collecting a fluid within a manifold immediately as it is discharged from the pump, sensing a pressure within the manifold, and adjusting the operating position of the throttle in response to the sensed pressure. When the sensed pressure is low, the throttle is moved toward the idle position and when the pressure is high, the throttle is moved toward the normal speed position. The method further includes positioning an unloader downstream of the manifold and configuring the unloader in one of a first position in which the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to the pump such that the sensed pressure is low, and a second position in which the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to a point of use and the sensed pressure is high.
- In another construction, the invention provides a method of controlling the speed of an engine that powers a pressure washer pump. The method includes configuring a throttle to operate between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed. The method also includes providing a pressure sensor at a manifold to sense pressure of the fluid immediately as it is discharged from the pump and providing a linkage between the pressure sensor and the throttle to adjust the operating position of the throttle in response to the sensed pressure. When the sensed pressure is low, the throttle is moved toward the idle position and when the sensed pressure is high, the throttle is moved toward the normal speed position. The method further includes providing an unloader downstream of the manifold and the pressure sensor. In a first position, the unloader directs fluid from the manifold back to the pump, and in a second position, the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to a point of use.
- In yet another construction, the invention provides a pressure washer configured to output a pressurized fluid to a point of use. The pressure washer includes an engine having a throttle movable between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed. The pressure washer also includes a pump having an inlet and an outlet that discharges fluid, said pump powered by the engine to pressurize the fluid and a manifold positioned to immediately receive the fluid discharged from the pump outlet such that a manifold pressure is substantially equal to a pump discharge pressure. An unloader is positioned between the manifold and the point of use. The unloader is configurable in a first configuration in which fluid flows from the manifold to the point of use and a second configuration in which fluid flows from the manifold to the pump inlet, and wherein the manifold pressure is high when the unloader is in the first configuration and is low when the unloader is in the second configuration. A pressure sensor is configured to continuously detect the manifold pressure without flow passing through the sensor and an actuator is responsive to the detected manifold pressure to move between a first position when the detected manifold pressure is low, and a second position when the detected manifold pressure high. A linkage is connected between the actuator and the throttle to move the throttle to the idle position when the actuator is in the first position.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a pressure washer including a gun; -
FIG. 2 is a top view of another pressure washer including an engine, a pump, and an idle down control; -
FIG. 3 is a top view of a portion of the engine ofFIG. 2 ; -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the pump and a portion of the engine ofFIG. 2 ; -
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the idle down control ofFIG. 2 on the engine ofFIG. 2 ; -
FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the idle down control ofFIG. 2 on the engine ofFIG. 2 ; -
FIG. 7 is a perspective view of the idle down control ofFIG. 2 ; -
FIG. 8 is a bottom view of the idle down control ofFIG. 2 ; -
FIG. 9 is a partially broken away view of an exemplary unloader valve and regulator of the type that could be used with the present invention; and -
FIG. 10 is a section view of the idle down control ofFIG. 2 taken along line 10-10 ofFIG. 8 . - Before any embodiments of the invention are explained in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the following drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or of being carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. The use of “including,” “comprising,” or “having” and variations thereof herein is meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof as well as additional items. Unless specified or limited otherwise, the terms “mounted,” “connected,” “supported,” and “coupled” and variations thereof are used broadly and encompass direct and indirect mountings, connections, supports, and couplings. Further, “connected” and “coupled” are not restricted to physical or mechanical connections or couplings.
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FIG. 1 illustrates onepossible pressure washer 10 that employs the invention. As one of ordinary skill will realize, the invention described herein is suitable for use with most pressure washers that output a pressurized liquid. As such, the invention should not be limited only topressure washers 10 similar to the one illustrated inFIG. 1 . Thepressure washer 10 is a mobile pressure washer that includes a trigger-actuatedgun 15, aninternal combustion engine 20, and apump 25. Theengine 20 drives thepump 25, which draws fluid, typically water, from a source (e.g., an onboard reservoir, a garden hose, an external tank, etc.) and selectively delivers the fluid to thegun 15, via ahose 30, under pressure. - The
gun 15 includes atrigger assembly 35 that allows the user to selectively discharge a flow of water from thegun 15. Typically, the user squeezes thetrigger 35 to open a valve (not shown) and begin the discharge of high-pressure fluid. When the user disengages thetrigger 35, the valve closes, and high-pressure flow is inhibited from exiting thegun 15. -
FIG. 2 illustrates apressure washer 10 a that includes theengine 20 supported by aframe 40 havingwheels 45 to allow for movement. In the illustrated construction, a one-cylinder horizontal shaft internal combustion engine is employed. Of course, other arrangements may employ a vertical shaft engine and/or a multi-cylinder engine if desired. In addition, other engine types (e.g., diesel, rotary, etc.) could also be employed. - With reference to
FIG. 3 , theengine 20 includes athrottle 50 that is movable between an idle position and a wide open position to vary the flow of fuel and air to theengine 20. When thethrottle 50 is in the idle position theengine 20 operates at an idle speed, and when thethrottle 50 is in the wide open position theengine 20 operates at a desired engine speed. - The
engine 20 also includes acrankcase 55, a piston (not shown), a crankshaft (not shown), and one or more cam shafts (not shown). The crankshaft rotates in response to reciprocation of the piston to produce usable shaft power. The cam shaft or shafts are coupled to the crankshaft such that they rotate at one-half the crankshaft speed to actuate intake and exhaust valves for theengine 20, as is well known in the art. - A
governor 60 is coupled to thethrottle 50 to control the throttle position to maintain theengine 20 at the desired engine speed during operation. Thegovernor 60 includes a speed sensor (not shown) that senses the actual operating speed of theengine 20. If a typical mechanical governor is used, flyweights rotate in response to the rotation of the engine crankshaft or cam shaft such that the flyweights rotate at the engine speed, or one-half the engine speed (the cam shaft speed). In the illustrated construction, the speed sensor engages agovernor shaft 65 that extends out of thecrankcase 55 and engages agovernor arm 70. Thegovernor arm 70 moves through an arc in response to changes in speed of theengine 20. - A
link arm 75 includes afirst end 80 that connects to thegovernor arm 70 and asecond end 85 that is coupled to thethrottle 50. Thus, movement of thegovernor arm 70 produces a corresponding movement of thethrottle 50. Agovernor spring 90 is connected to theengine 20 and to thegovernor arm 70 to bias thearm 70 toward a first or wide open throttle direction. - The
governor arm 70 includes anextension 95 that defines a plurality ofapertures 100. Asecond spring 105 includes afirst end 110 that is coupled to theextension 95 using one of theapertures 100, and asecond end 115 coupled to anidle control lever 120. Thespring 105 can be connected to any one of theapertures 100 to adjust the effect of thespring 105. - The
idle control lever 120 is pivotally coupled to theengine 20 such that it rotates substantially freely about an axis. Anidle lever 125 is coupled to theidle control lever 120 and anidle down controller 130. - With reference to
FIGS. 7 , 8, and 10, the idle downcontroller 130 includes ahousing 135, aspring 140, and anactuator 145 positioned within thehousing 135. In the illustrated construction, a one-piece housing 135 is employed, with other constructions employing multi-piece housings. Thehousing 135 includes a threaded aperture 150 (shown inFIG. 8 ) that provides for fluid communication to asensor aperture 155. Thesensor aperture 155 allows for the communication of the fluid pressure from the threadedaperture 150 to theactuator 145. Thesensor aperture 155 is about one-quarter of an inch in diameter, with larger orsmaller apertures 155 also being suitable. The relatively large size of theaperture 155 reduces the likelihood of clogging in thecontroller 130. Thehousing 135 also includes ashoulder portion 160 and agroove 165 that cooperate to attach the idle downcontroller 130 to theengine 20, as will be described in more detail with regard toFIG. 5 . - The
actuator 145 is movably supported by thehousing 135 such that it can move between an idle position (shown inFIGS. 7 and 8 ) and a normal speed position. When theactuator 145 is in the idle position, it overrides thegovernor 60 and forces thethrottle 50 toward the idle position. When theactuator 145 is in the normal speed position, the idle downcontroller 130 allows thegovernor 60 to control the speed of theengine 20. Theactuator 145 includes apiston portion 170 and a connectingportion 175 that extends outside of thehousing 135. The connectingportion 175 engages theidle lever 125 to connect theactuator 145 to thethrottle 50. Thepiston portion 170 is in fluid communication with thesensor aperture 155 to allow the fluid pressure to act on thepiston 170. Thespring 140 is positioned within thehousing 135 to bias theactuator 145 into the normal speed position (illustrated inFIGS. 7 and 8 ). -
FIG. 5 illustrates the attachment of the idle downcontroller 130 to theengine 20. Theengine 20 includes asupport bracket 180 that defines an aperture sized to receive a portion of thehousing 135. Theshoulder portion 160 engages one side of thebracket 180 such that thegroove 165 extends through the aperture. An e-ring 185 engages thegroove 165 to lock the idle downcontroller 130 in its operating position. Also visible inFIG. 5 is asmall breather aperture 190 formed in the end of thehousing 135 opposite theactuator 145. Thebreather aperture 190 provides an air flow path into and out of thehousing 135 to allow theactuator 145 to move freely. - As shown in
FIG. 4 , thepump 25 is coupled to theengine 20 such that rotation of theengine 20 produces a corresponding rotation of thepump 25. In some constructions, a gearbox or other speed changing device is positioned between theengine 20 and thepump 25, with preferred constructions employing a direct connection such that thepump 25 rotates at the same speed as theengine 20. In the illustrated arrangement, a triplex pump is employed with other types ofpumps 25 also being suitable for use. - The
pump 25 discharges high-pressure fluid to a manifold 195 attached to the outlet of thepump 25. The manifold 195 (manifold 195 a in the example shown inFIG. 9 ) collects the fluid and directs it through an unloader valve 200 (FIG. 9 ) and apressure regulator 205 before the flow passes through thehose 30 to thegun 15. One possible arrangement of theunloader valve 200 andpressure regulator 205 is illustrated partially broken away inFIG. 9 . - Returning to
FIG. 4 , apressure line 210 provides fluid communication between the manifold 195 (upstream of theunloader valve 200 and the pressure regulator 205) and the sensor aperture 155 (FIG. 8 ) of the idle downcontroller 130. Thus, the pressure applied to the piston portion 170 (FIG. 8 ) is substantially equal to the pressure at the manifold 195, which is substantially equal to the outlet pressure of thepump 25. - The operation of the idle down
controller 130 will be described with reference toFIGS. 3 and 4 . The user starts theengine 20 to begin operation of thepump 25. Thepump 25 draws low-pressure fluid from the source, increases the pressure of the fluid, and delivers the fluid to themanifold 195. The user grasps thegun 15 and aims it at the surface to be cleaned, then pulls thetrigger 35 to open the valve and initiate the flow of high-pressure fluid out of thegun 15. Theengine 20 operates at a desired speed during the discharge of water from thegun 15 to produce a flow of high-pressure fluid that collects in the manifold 195 and then passes through the unloader valve 200 (FIG. 9 ) and thepressure regulator 205. Thepressure regulator 205 reduces the pressure of the fluid to the desired operating pressure of the system. The manifold pressure is transferred to thesensor aperture 155 of the idle downcontroller 130 via thepressure line 210. Because there is no flow through the idle downcontroller 130, little or no flow passes through thepressure line 210. Rather, the pressure simply increases or decreases with the manifold pressure. - The high-pressure within the idle down
controller 130 forces theactuator 145 inward against the biasingspring 140 toward the normal speed position such that thegovernor 60 can control the engine speed. As illustrated inFIG. 6 , one ormore washers 215 can be positioned between theshoulder portion 160 and theidle lever 125 to limit the travel of theactuator 145 as may be required to adjust the system. - When the user releases the
trigger 35, a pressure increase occurs within thehose 30 and thegun 15. The pressure increase forces the unloader valve 200 (FIG. 9 ) to move to an open position to bypass the high-pressure fluid from the outlet of thepump 25 to the inlet of thepump 25. Once the flow is bypassed, the pressure within themanifold sensor aperture 155 of the idle downcontroller 130 via thepressure line 210. The reduced fluid pressure on the system is such that thespring 140 within thehousing 135 biases theactuator 145 outward to the position illustrated inFIGS. 3 and 4 . In this position, thegovernor 60 is biased or forced toward the idle position and the engine speed is reduced to the idle speed. - The ability to reduce the engine speed when high-pressure fluid is not required reduces wear on both the
engine 20 and thepump 25. In addition, reducing the engine speed can improve the fuel economy of theengine 20 in some situations. - The positioning of the idle down
controller 130 results in a very simple system. The idle downcontroller 130 is directly coupled to theengine 20 with asingle pressure line 210 between thepump 25 and thecontroller 130. In addition, the operation of thecontroller 130 is such that thecontroller 130 need not be overly sensitive because the difference in pressure between the high-pressure fluid (during discharge) and the low-pressure fluid (during bypass) is typically in excess of 1000 psi. For example, many types of pressure washers operate with a manifold pressure of between about 2000 psi and 4000 psi during fluid discharge. After thetrigger 35 is released and the unloader valve 200 (FIG. 9 ) moves to the unloaded position, the manifold pressure drops substantially, for example to about 300 psi for a 2000 psi rated pressure washer. Thus, the pressure difference between the high-pressure fluid and the low-pressure fluid is about 1700 psi or greater. The large pressure difference between the two operating pressures of the system allows for the use of a less sensitive or less finely tuned idle downcontroller 130, thus reducing the cost of the system. The simplicity of the system further reduces the cost of manufacturing and assembling the various components. - In addition, the present device moves the
engine throttle 50 to the idle position in response to a drop in pressure, rather than an increase in pressure. Thus, should thepressure line 210 develop a leak or a clog, the pressure drop would likely result in theengine 20 idling rather than operating at full speed. - It should be noted that while the foregoing describes the invention as being applied to an engine powered pressure washer, other constructions may be applied to motor driven pressure washers. In these arrangements, the idle down
controller 130 actuates a device that is operable to reduce the rotational speed of the motor or stop the motor. For example, in one construction, the idle downcontroller 130 moves a switch that opens a circuit between the motor and the power supply to stop rotation of the motor. In other constructions, the idle downcontroller 130 moves a device that varies the flow of power to the motor. For example, a variable capacitor or a variable resistor could be employed. In still other constructions a frequency varying device is used to reduce the frequency of the electrical current provided to the motor, thereby slowing the motor. - Thus, the invention provides, among other things, an
idle down controller 130 that responds to pressure changes within the manifold 195 to reduce the engine speed to an idle speed in response to the closure of a valve in apressure washer gun 15.
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1. A method of controlling the speed of an engine that powers a pressure washer pump, the method comprising:
configuring a throttle to operate between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed;
collecting a fluid within a manifold immediately as it is discharged from the pump;
sensing a pressure within the manifold;
adjusting the operating position of the throttle in response to the sensed pressure, wherein when the sensed pressure is low, the throttle is moved toward the idle position and when the pressure is high, the throttle is moved toward the normal speed position;
positioning an unloader downstream of the manifold; and
configuring the unloader in one of a first position in which the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to the pump such that the sensed pressure is low, and a second position in which the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to a point of use and the sensed pressure is high.
2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sensing a pressure within the manifold step includes sensing the pressure with a sensor that does not allow fluid to pass through the sensor.
3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the difference between the low sensed pressure and the high sensed pressure is greater than 1,000 psi.
4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the difference between the low sensed pressure and the high sensed pressure is greater than 1,700 psi.
5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fluid passes through the unloader when the unloader is in the first position and the second position.
6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising opening a valve to configure the unloader in the second position.
7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising closing the valve to configure the unloader in the first position.
8. A method of controlling the speed of an engine that powers a pressure washer pump, the method comprising:
configuring a throttle to operate between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed;
providing a pressure sensor at a manifold to sense pressure of the fluid immediately as it is discharged from the pump;
providing a linkage between the pressure sensor and the throttle to adjust the operating position of the throttle in response to the sensed pressure, wherein when the sensed pressure is low, the throttle is moved toward the idle position and when the sensed pressure is high, the throttle is moved toward the normal speed position;
providing an unloader downstream of the manifold and the pressure sensor, wherein in a first position the unloader directs fluid from the manifold back to the pump, and in a second position the unloader directs fluid from the manifold to a point of use.
9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the sensor is arranged so that it does not allow fluid to pass through the sensor.
10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the difference between the low pressure and the high pressure is greater than 1,000 psi.
11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the difference between the low pressure and the high pressure is greater than 1,700 psi.
12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fluid passes through the unloader when the unloader is in the first position and the second position.
13. A pressure washer configured to output a pressurized fluid to a point of use, the pressure washer comprising:
an engine having a throttle movable between an idle position that reduces the engine speed to an idle speed, and a normal speed position at which the engine runs at a speed greater than the idle speed;
a pump having an inlet, and an outlet that discharges fluid, said pump powered by the engine to pressurize the fluid;
a manifold positioned to immediately receive the fluid discharged from the pump outlet such that a manifold pressure is substantially equal to a pump discharge pressure;
an unloader positioned between the manifold and the point of use, the unloader configurable in a first configuration in which fluid flows from the manifold to the point of use and a second configuration in which fluid flows from the manifold to the pump inlet, and wherein the manifold pressure is high when the unloader is in the first configuration and is low when the unloader is in the second configuration;
a pressure sensor configured to continuously detect the manifold pressure without flow passing through the sensor;
an actuator responsive to the detected manifold pressure to move between a first position when the detected manifold pressure is low, and a second position when the detected manifold pressure high; and
a linkage connected between the actuator and the throttle to move the throttle to the idle position when the actuator is in the first position.
14. The pressure washer of claim 13 , wherein the difference between the high pressure and the low pressure is in excess of 1,000 psi.
15. The pressure washer of claim 13 , wherein the difference between the high pressure and the low pressure is in excess of 1,700 psi.
16. The pressure washer of claim 13 , further comprising a valve movable between a closed position and an open position, and wherein the unloader is movable to the first configuration in response to movement of the valve to the open position.
17. The pressure washer of claim 13 , further comprising a valve movable between a closed position and an open position, and wherein the unloader is movable to the first configuration in response to movement of the valve to the open position.
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