Use and Care Guide
DEEP CLEANING
HOT WATER EXTRACTION TIPS
Test the cleaning agent to be sure it dries without stickiness
or residue; otherwise it can cause rapid re-soiling.
Use only cleaning agents that have a pH factor below 10 and
contain low levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
When preformed properly, carpet should be dry within 4-6 hours.
We recommend the use of portable or truck-mounted equipment
or self-contained extractors. Extractors incorporating a brush
between the water jet and vacuum are recommended.
Remove as much moisture as possible with dry passes.
Enhance drying time by using air movers and, if possible, do
not permit trafc on the carpet until it is dry.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Presprays are a vital part of a good hot water extraction.
Dual cylinder brush scrubber is recommended to agitate and pile
lift the yarn.
All equipment and chemicals must be CRI approved.
DEEP CLEANING FREQUENCIES
The table below is provided as a general reference for how often
different types of trafc areas should be Deep cleaned during
normal situations.
TRAFFIC DEEP CLEANING
AREA TYPE CONDITION FREQUENCY
Entry Heavy 6 Times / Year
Ground Floor Halls Heavy 6 Times / Year
Breakroom or Food Areas Heavy 6 Times / Year
Above Ground Halls Medium 3 Times / Year
General Ofce Areas Medium 3 Times / Year
Classrooms/Guest Rooms Medium 3 Times / Year
Hospital/ School Corridors Medium 3 Times / Year
Conference Rooms Medium 3 Times / Year
Nursing Stations Medium 3 Times / Year
Supply Rooms Medium 3 Times / Year
Patient Rooms* Medium 3 Times / Year
Executive Ofces Light 1 Times / Year
Boardrooms Light 1 Times / Year
* Occupancy and trafc will determine frequency