CHEMSPEC 3188 Ink Exit Ink Stain Removal User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: CHEMSPEC

Table of Contents

BACKGROUND
ITEMS NEEDED
INSPECTION
Directions for use
CLEANUP
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Sales/Technical Support
References
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CHEMSPEC 3188 Ink Exit Ink Stain Removal User Guide

BACKGROUND

Ink Exit is a unique water-based formulation designed to a wide variety of ink based soils. It is effective against ball point ink, oil and grease and even permanent marker.

Ink Exit can be used on all types of water cleanable upholstery and carpet. It is also safe on painted walls and many hard surface floors. In addition Ink Exit has a mild odor, no flash hazard and no VOC content. It can be rinsed with plain water.

ITEMS NEEDED

Note: be sure all equipment operates properly before arriving at the customer’s location

Cleaning products: Ink Exit
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as specified in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Supplies: booties, carpet groomer, adequate supply of clean cloths and a plastic bag for the storage of soiled cloths, Upholstery Pro extraction tool if cleaning upholstery
Equipment: air movers (the Dri-Eaz AirPath is particularly useful in this application), vacuum cleaner (preferably a two motor upright), either truck mount or portable extraction equipment as desired for the job.

PRETESTING: Check compatibility of product prior to use. Check for evidence of factors such as dye bleeding, change in appearance, physical damage to the surface

INSPECTION

Inspect the customer’s carpet, rug or upholstery before doing any work. Note any of the following on your inspection report and discuss with the customer:

Air flow and drying problems within the building
Objects that might be damaged if in contact with wet flooring such as floor length window treatments, furniture legs or skirts. Be sure to protect these items.
Access to the work area: be sure you have room to move equipment in and out without causing damage to walls and objects in the room.
Check the area for fragile objects. Be sure these items are removed to a safe location per customer instructions.
Inspect and make a note of carpet, rug or upholstery for any tears, bunching, burns or other damage, excessive wear, heavy staining or unusual odors. Review any issues with the customer before proceeding.

Directions for use

Pour a ring of product around the outer edges of ink stain. This will prevent the stain from seeping into other areas of the item being cleaned.
Sparingly apply or pour directly onto the ink stain.
Agitate with a bone scraper or latex-gloved finger until ink begins to disperse.
Blot (do not rub) the area with a clean towel or cloth in order to transfer soil to the cloth.
Rinse and extract with water.
Repeat steps 2-5 if any ink remains or if there is no further soil transfer.

Tech tips:

Be sure to replace the cover or cap on the container after dispensing the product. This protects the product from contamination.
Wear suitable gloves and eye protection.
Because the product is sold in a one gallon container, it is convenient to dispense into a smaller applicator bottle. Quart and 22 ounce spray bottles are popular. Select a container that is opaque so that the product will be protected from room light. Also be sure to select a sprayer that can spray in coarse mode and is resistant to reducing agents. Be careful to avoid spills when transferring the product to the sprayer bottle.
Wicking can often look like cellulosic browning. Check the fiber tips; determine whether the discoloration is just on those tips. If that is the case, a gentle buffing with a white towel or bonnet, moistened with All Fiber Textile Rinse will often correct the problem

CLEANUP

Check for any spills or overspray; remove promptly.
Dispose of waste water properly. Do not dispose anywhere but to a sanitary water treatment system
Rinse equipment to remove product residues; these residues can interfere with valves or spray jets.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Avoid inhaling mist from the product when handling or preparing ready to use solution. If necessary, wear respiratory protection.
Keep children and pets away from your work area, from cleaning products and from your equipment.
If using a truck mount style extractor, remember that water supply lines and fittings will get very hot. This heat can damage lawns and some types of carpeting. The heat can also burn the skin.
Read the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for all products before using them. You can obtain the SDSs from your distributor or from www.legendbrandscleaning.com
Use the personal protective equipment specified in the SDS.
For additional use or safety information call: 800-932-3030

Technical Data