{"product_id":"general-pump-tp2530j34-vrt3-250-pump-made-ready-with-thermal-relief-3-0-gpm-2500-psi","title":"General Pump TP2530J34-VRT3-250 Pump Made Ready with Thermal Relief – 3.0 GPM 2500 PSI","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"204\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e TP2530J34-VRT3-160\u003cbr data-start=\"35\" data-end=\"38\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pressure Washer Pumps → Triplex Pumps → Ready-to-Install Pump Assemblies\u003cbr data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e General Pump TP2530J34-VRT3-160 Pump Made Ready with Thermal Relief\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"209\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eGeneral Pump TP2530J34-VRT3-160 Pump Made Ready with Thermal Relief (Part #TP2530J34-VRT3-160)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a factory-configured, ready-to-install triplex pressure washer pump assembly engineered for reliable residential, commercial, and light industrial cleaning applications. Built around the \u003cstrong data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eGeneral Pump TP2530J34\u003c\/strong\u003e triplex pump, this complete assembly comes pre-equipped with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eVRT3-160 unloader valve\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"740\"\u003ethermal relief valve\u003c\/strong\u003e, reducing installation time while providing dependable pressure regulation and enhanced pump protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1oef6j8\" data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7hwrey\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003eGenuine General Pump ready-to-install pump assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zbfr7j\" data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003ePart Number: TP2530J34-VRT3-160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wowlep\" data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eBuilt around the General Pump TP2530J34 triplex pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gbx8yh\" data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003ePre-installed VRT3-160 unloader valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pbsouk\" data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eIncludes factory-installed thermal relief valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ryd06u\" data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eRated for 3.0 GPM at 2,500 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xqjq8i\" data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eOperates at 3,400 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16vu76r\" data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003e3\/4-inch hollow shaft for direct engine mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rtj6ey\" data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eCompatible with engines up to 6.5 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ln6ot1\" data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eReduces installation time with factory-installed components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13yvk3g\" data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eHelps protect the pump from overheating during bypass operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c2tw0l\" data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eDesigned for residential, commercial, and light industrial pressure washer systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"zjxypn\" data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e TP2530J34-VRT3-160\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003ePump Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e TP2530J34\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e General Pump (GP)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pump Made Ready Assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eMaximum Flow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0 GPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eMaximum Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,500 PSI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003eMaximum Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3,400 RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2413\" 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data-end=\"3188\"\u003e3.0 GPM\u003c\/strong\u003e of water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pekeue\" data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003eProduce operating pressures up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003e2,500 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tkk2u7\" data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3330\"\u003eRegulate system pressure through the integrated \u003cstrong data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3315\"\u003eVRT3-160\u003c\/strong\u003e unloader valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15xkgzb\" data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3403\"\u003eProtect the pump during bypass operation with the thermal relief valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x8q1ft\" data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003eReduce installation time with a factory-configured assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"56huwd\" data-start=\"3466\" data-end=\"3578\"\u003eProvide reliable, consistent cleaning performance for residential and commercial pressure washing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3580\" data-end=\"3745\"\u003eThe integrated thermal relief valve helps prevent excessive heat buildup by automatically discharging overheated bypass water during prolonged trigger-off operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3747\" data-end=\"3750\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"mqxmo4\" data-start=\"3752\" data-end=\"3788\"\u003eCommon Signs Replacement Is Needed\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003eReplace the pump assembly if you notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"4079\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zu24k4\" data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"3860\"\u003eReduced operating pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f1izt\" data-start=\"3861\" data-end=\"3883\"\u003eDecreased water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kx3bv3\" data-start=\"3884\" 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downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4218\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1547z5u\" data-start=\"4220\" data-end=\"4250\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Service Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4252\" data-end=\"4775\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iv93qe\" data-start=\"4252\" data-end=\"4316\"\u003eShut down the pressure washer and relieve all system pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r2lyqw\" data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4402\"\u003eVerify compatibility with the engine shaft, horsepower, and mounting configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12vr5ek\" data-start=\"4403\" data-end=\"4485\"\u003eInstall the pump onto the engine according to the manufacturer's specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rxp1cv\" data-start=\"4486\" data-end=\"4557\"\u003eConnect the water inlet, high-pressure outlet, and required plumbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lbqow3\" 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