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How to unclog a sprayer nozzle

Relieve pressure, remove the nozzle tip, and soak it in warm soapy water. Clear the orifice with a soft brush or toothpick, never metal.

Updated June 3, 2026

Applies to:

All Fountainhead Group sprayers and foggers with a removable nozzle tip.

What causes this:

  • Dried chemical or sediment in the nozzle orifice
  • Unstrained solution introduced into the tank
  • Incompatible chemical degrading components

How to fix it:

  1. Relieve tank pressure with the pressure relief valve.
  2. Remove the nozzle tip and soak it in warm soapy water for 15 to 30 minutes.
  3. Clear the orifice with a soft brush or toothpick. Never use metal tools, which can enlarge the orifice.
  4. Reinstall and test with clean water.
  5. If clogging recurs, strain solutions before filling and check chemical compatibility.

Replacement nozzles and tips are available at the FGI parts store. Find the part you need.

Still stuck? Call us at 1-800-311-9903 or send a message. Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM EST.