Easy to Use
EZKleen #4, like all formulas of EZKleen, does the work cleaning. It only
needs to be applied, given time to work and rinsed with water. The reason
EZKleen #4 is not allowed to dry on time sensitive surfaces has nothing
to do with its formula but, rather, is because of the surface. If the
surface, you are cleaning, is one EZKleen #1,2 or 3 is recommended to
clean, then EZKleen #4 is allowed to dry on it, and conversely, if the
surface is one EZKleen #4 is recommended to clean, then EZKleen #1,2 or
3 are not allowed to dry on it.
Patch Test
Before using EZKleen, on the surfaces EZKleen #4 is recommended to clean,
it is necessary to do a patch test. This determines its suitability,
which formula to use and an exposure time. Start with EZKleen #4, first.
It almost always works best. However, if it fails to completely clean,
test the next lowest formula #, working downward toward EZKleen #1.
Test by applying a small amount of EZKleen to an inconspicuous area.
Do this by pouring some into a plastic dish and putting it on with a
paintbrush. EZKleen starts working immediately, and on the easier to
clean surfaces EZKleen #4 is recommended for use, it usually completes
cleaning quickly. Rinse EZKleen off, between 1 and 20 minutes, after
applying and allow the test area to dry. If the surface is a completely
clean and no whitish colored blush or frosting appears on the surface,
use the patch test time to do your cleaning. If a whitish haze or cast
does appear on the surface, then repeat the patch test, using a shorter
patch test, until none does. If desired, several patch tests, of differing
time lengths, can be simultaneously performed to speed up the process.
Warning: Though occurring infrequently, the white haze or frosting,
EZKleen causes on time sensitive surfaces, is not a residue but actually
forms as a part of the surface. For this reason and because the only way
to remove it is to abrade it off, preventing the frosting from forming
is the primary concern when cleaning time sensitive surfaces with EZKleen.
Problems
If a patch test fails to clean at all, it is probably because a sealer
or varnish is preventing EZKleen from working. In this instance, strip
the surface using EZKleen Coating Remover or another quality paint stripper
first and then repeat the patch test.
Technical Data
Appearance/Odor: Cloudy appearing solution with slight
dull odor
Packaging: Available in cases of 4x1 gal. plastic bottles,
5 gal. plastic pails and 55 gal. plastic drums.
Temperature Range: Becomes less effective as temperature
get colder, and is unsuitable to use below 45° F.
Coverage: 250 to 800 sq. ft./gal. can be expected depending
on the porosity and condition of the surface.
Storage/Shelf Life: Keep containers sealed when not
in use, and store in a cool dry place. Appearance of material darkens
over time, but shelf life is indefinite when properly stored.
Precautions
Adjacent areas must be properly protected when using this product. Though
harmless to most building surfaces, the damage EZKleen
causes to glass, soft metal and glazed ceramic finishes (like
those on tile and porcelain) is considered permanent. Cover
all nearby windows and aluminum with EZKleen Peel Clean® Plastic
Strippable Coating or thick plastic sheeting and plastic tape, and if
unsure, whether EZKleen causes damage, test surfaces first or simply
cover them. Also, protect vegetation. EZKleen
turns foliage brown on contact, and if drawn up through plants’
roots, it dehydrates and can kill them. Cover plants with plastic
sheeting to keep concentrated EZKleen off foliage, and protect roots
by either containing the rinse or trenching it away.
Application
Because EZKleen is not allowed to dry and an exposure time must be maintained,
while using it on time-sensitive surfaces, the cleaning is done in sections.
1) Apply EZKleen to a controlled area that
is dry and the size of which the material can be quickly rinsed off.
Use a brush, roller or sprayer and thoroughly wet the surface.
2) Allow time for EZKleen to work.
3) Rinse the loosened grime from the surface, using the exposure
time determined by your patch test. On floors, the best way
to do this is using an auto scrubber, but if one is not available, surfaces
can be flood rinsed and wet vacced. Out of doors, high-pressure water
is the easiest, most convenient way to rinse EZKleen.
4) After completing rinsing, proceed to the next controlled
area, and repeat the procedure. Continue process until cleaning
is complete.
Neutralizing
If impractical, cleaning in sections, large areas can be done by neutralizing
the cleaner. Do this by preparing a mixture of ½ lb. soda ash
per gallon of water and apply it at the time the cleaner is supposed
to be rinsed. Use only enough material to make it bubble up and then
stop. Once neutralized, the cleaner is inactive, and you can rinse treated
surfaces at your convenience.
Spraying on EZKleen
Spraying is a perfectly good way of applying EZKleen. However, it must
be done in a wet, soaking fashion, taking care to avoid wind drift.
A pump up sprayer or low-pressure electric prep pump (50 to 60 psi),
outfitted with a saturation nozzle (fan shaped spray) works best for
this operation. Do not run EZKleen downstream through a pressure washer,
because this dilutes it nor by applying it with a low-pressure airless
sprayer, because they atomize solutions.
Limitations
Though EZKleen cleans virtually anything which affects the appearance
of stone & brick. It is not designed to remove graffiti or paint,
nor will it remove some types of stains that occur on masonry. Graffiti
and coatings can be removed using EZKleen DBX® or Coating Remover®
paint stripper formulas, and Environmental Coatings also has several
stain removing products.
CAUTION: Never use EZKleen to clean grouting on ceramic
tile floors. Environmental Coatings has another product called CSP®
Safe Grout Cleaner for this purpose. On marble tile floors, however,
EZKleen #4 cleans grouting beautifully without etching the marble.
Safety
Wear rubber gloves, safety goggles and ventilate enclosed areas when
using EZKleen. If it gets on skin or into eyes, rinse off immediately
with water. See Material Safety Data Sheet for more detailed hazard
evaluation and safety information.
Environmentally Safe
EZKleen is readily biodegradable and releases no V.O.C.s. When used
properly, it poses no threat to the environment. Dispose of all wastes
safely according to federal, state and local regulations.
Notice: The information contained herein is based on our own
research and the research of others, and it is provided solely as a
service to users. It is believed to be accurate to the best of our knowledge.
However, no guarantee of its accuracy can be made, and it is not intended
to serve as the basis for determining this product's suitability in
any particular situation. For this reason, purchasers are responsible
to make their own tests and assume all risks associated with using this
product.
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