Stain Removal Testing; Stain Removal Procedures - Four winns Horizon Owner's Manual

Carpet made with Olefin™ fiber possesses built-in stain
and soil release for easy, less costly maintenance. Regu-
lar vacuuming and occasional shampooing help it stay
attractive and serviceable.
C. Stain Removal Testing
Even the most stubborn stains can be removed from
Olefin™ fiber following the procedures outlined. A total
of thirty-four stains were selected as being representa-
tive of spills commonly occurring on carpets. Stains were
pressed into the carpet to simulate foot pressure follow-
ing a spill. Stains were applied to a two-inch square
section and allowed to penetrate. Removal was per-
formed after two weeks. Carpets were tested for stain
removal by an independent laboratory. Stain removal
was effective for all 34 stains. Results are shown in the
table.
D. Stain Removal Procedure
Regular maintenance such as vacuuming, hosing or
washing should be performed. Most stains and mildew
are easily removed from carpet made with Olefin™ fiber
using common household cleaners.
Olefin™ fiber is so resistant to chemical attack that Clorox
Bleach™ may be used to clean up any mildew that may
result from excessive wetness.
Code for stain removal procedure (See Table 1):
"A" Apply hot water and detergent.
"B" Apply volatile dry solvent, work with bone spatula,
blot.
"C" Flush by hot water extraction.
Recommended reagents:
• Carpet detergent such as Mintex™ (Hydromaster®)
or any carpet detergent suitable for hot water ex-
traction.
• Volatile dry solvent such as Carbona™, Energene™,
or Picrin™ (Street®).
• Oily type paint remover such as nail polish remover,
Energene™ or Pyrotex™ (Street®).
• Neutral lubricant such as Streetex Spray Spotter™
(Street®) or alternate treatment with detergent and
Energene™.
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STAIN
Automotive Grease
Automotive Oil (New or Used)
Bacon Grease
Berry Stain
Blood
Butter
Catsup or Mustard
Chewing Gum
Chlorine Bleach (5%)
Chocolate (Melted)
Clay (Red)
Coffee or Tea
Cola
Refer to Table I.
Crayon
Egg
Feces
French Dressing
Furniture Polish
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A, B (Repeat)
A
A
A
A
A
A, B, C
A
A
A
A
Table I: Stain Removal
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