CHEMSPEC AFTR4G All Fiber Textile Rinse User Guide

CHEMSPEC AFTR4G All Fiber Textile Rinse

FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY

BACKGROUND
All Fiber Textile Rinse (AFTR) is a mildly acidic neutralizer used during extraction cleaning of carpet, rugs and upholstery. It serves several functions in the cleaning process:

• It neutralizes damaging alkaline residues that are found in many textiles, especially those textiles that have been poorly maintained. These residues can contribute to browning, color bleeding, resoiling and a stiff feel.
• AFTR removes other contaminants such as road salt, calcium deposits and urine salts.

AFTR is suitable for use on most natural and all synthetic fibers and is Woolsafe certified. You can use AFTR in either portable or truck mount extraction equipment.

ITEMS NEEDED

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

• Cleaning products: appropriate preconditioner for the textile; All Fiber Textile Rinse
• Optional: Crystal Defoamer or Liquid Defoamer
• 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, measuring cup, wet floor signs, corner guards, traffic lane protectors and furniture leg protectors as needed, empty 5 gallon pail to prepare stock solution, Upholstery Pro extraction tool if cleaning upholstery
• Equipment: air movers (the Dri-Eaz Studebaker AirPath is particularly useful in this application), vacuum cleaner (preferably a two motor upright), electric or pressure or pump up dispensers as desired for the job, either truck mount or portable extraction equipment as desired for the job.

PRETESTING: Check compatibility of product with the textile prior to use.

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.

PREPARATION OF READY TO USE (RTU) SOLUTIONS

• For use with truckmount equipment: Mix 1 quart (946 mL) per 5 gallons (18.9 L) of water. Set chemical injection flow meter at 2 gal. (7.6 L) per hour.
• For use with portable extractors: mix 1 ounce (30 mL) of concentrate with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water.
• Dilution for Spray/Acid Rinse: mix 1 ounce (30 mL) of concentrate with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water.

Tech tips:

• Be sure to replace the cover or cap on the container after dispensing the product. This prevents volatile components of the product from being lost.
• Add the concentrate to the water rather than water to the concentrate whenever possible. This will reduce foam inside the container.
• Wear suitable gloves and eye protection.
• Because AFTR is acidic, it can damage surfaces that are not acid resistant. Surfaces such as polished marble are damaged by even momentary contact with an acid. Avoid contact of this product with such surfaces.

Sales/Technical Support: 800-932-3030 • Emergency Hazards Hotline (INFOTRAC): N. Amer. 800-838-5053 / Intl. 352-323-3500 CS_AllFiberTextileRinse_UserGuide_RevA

PRODUCT APPLICATION

For use in prespray and rinse extraction:

1. Preinspect / pretest / pretreat spots as needed.
2. Vacuum the textile thoroughly.
3. Apply the preferred preconditioner or traffic lane cleaner according to label directions.
4. Rinse extract using the RTU AFTR that you just prepared. Note: if excess foaming should occur during the extraction process, use Defoamer according to label directions.
5. Use ventilation as needed to promote quick drying.

For use as a spray rinse
Some textiles have excess alkalinity due to poor previous maintenance. Confirm using standard pH testing methods. To correct this condition, apply 1 gallon (3.8 L) of the spray rinse RTU solution per 200 – 500 square feet (20 – 50 square meters) depending on the pile density. Use a coarse mist. Rake or groom into the textile, then vacuum extract.

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..

All Fiber Textile Rinse Technical Data

References

• Legend Brands Cleaning | Prochem | Sapphire Scientific | Chemspec

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