Gutter and Downspout Cleaning Kit User Instruction

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We offer a ZERO-clog total solution for gutter and downspout maintenance—no ladder required. In addition to this gutter and downspout cleaning kit, new products will be released soon!

Downspout Cleaning Instruction:
Cut a short piece of flex tubing and connect one end to the rotatable elbow. Insert the other end into the downspout (such as through a leaf filter) and blow the debris out from the top—the downspout outlet. It's never been so easy. 

*Downspout cleaning instructions and videos coming soon!


Gutter Cleaning Instruction:

Notice: 

  • Keeping the flex tubing aligned with the extension pole and free from twists is essential for delivering powerful performance. Understanding this key point will help you grasp most operational details.

Step 1. Familiarize Yourself with the Components/Parts of the Kit

Step 2. Install/Uninstall the Blower Nozzle (including the installation/removal of the soft tip). A video instruction is provided below.

 

https://youtu.be/OBbfZREleF4

NOTE:  Before turning on your leaf blower, ensure that both the leaf blower nozzle and the rotatable elbow (or soft tip) are securely locked in place.

Step 3. Define correct lengths for different gutter heights

1. Attach the gutter cleaning nozzle to your extension pole.

2. Adjust the length of the extension pole to find your comfortable pole length for operation that positions the gutter cleaning nozzle approximately 5-10 inches above the target gutter.
 3. Place the extension pole down and cut the flexible tubing to match the length of the pole, adding an extra 3 inches to allow for the connection with the gutter cleaning nozzle.
 

 
Step 4. Flex tubing alignment


https://youtu.be/ZV8DXu6Q9MA 		1. Align the flat flex tubing along one side of the extension pole, ensuring it is positioned on the same side as the tightened gutter cleaning nozzle.
 2. If possible, use wider reusable zip ties (not the thinner zip ties meant for sealing the flex tubing) to secure the flex tubing to the extension pole every 5-6 feet.
These zip ties are intended for alignment, so do not overtighten them, as this may obstruct airflow. This setup ensures that during cleaning, the flex tubing remains straight, aligned with, and beneath the extension pole, with no folds or twists.

 Step 5. Attach Flex Tubing

 

1. Peel off the red protective film of the adhesive nano seal, insert the air outlet of the rotatable elbow into flex tubing, approximately 2 inches.
2. Gently press around to make the flex tubing adhere to the adhesive nano seal.
3. Gently tighten the reusable zip tie around, ensuring the zip tie loops over the nano seal.
4. Connect the other end of the flex tubing to the gutter cleaning nozzle.

https://youtu.be/klfmCJXswL8

 

 

 Step 6. Connect Rotatable Elbow to the Leaf Blower Nozzle

 
https://youtu.be/G0Ogl6vyuj8

 

Hold the pole and rotate the elbow to make the air outlet align with the pole direction. Now you are ready to GO ! 

Again,  Keeping the flex tubing aligned with the extension pole and free from twists is essential for delivering powerful performance !

Before turning on your leaf blower, ensure that both the leaf blower nozzle and the rotatable elbow (or soft tip) are securely locked in place !

Step 7. Cleaning and Maintenance

  • Rinse with Fresh Water: The ArloCatcher Gutter Cleaning Kit is rust-free, primarily made of stainless steel, ABS, and TPU. It is recommended to rinse the components with fresh water after use.

  • Adhesive Nano Seal: This plays a crucial role in attaching the flex tubing and ensuring proper air sealing. Avoid overtightening the zip ties, as this may damage the seal. Rinse with water if it becomes dirty.

  • Zip Ties: The kit includes two types of reusable zip ties. The thinner zip ties are specifically designed for flex tubing connections. Using the thicker zip ties for this purpose may cause difficulty when releasing them.

  • Flex Tubing: The flex tubing is durable. In case it gets torn by something like bushes, it can be easily repaired with duct tape.

  • Storage: ABS materials are not UV-resistant. Store the kit indoors after cleaning to prolong its lifespan.