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Door Mat Laundering Tips for Commercial Users
Tech Tip # 101
Normal Wash Formula - Classicmats?, ClassicCarpets?, ClassicCreations?, ClassicImpressions? and MicroGuard? mats.
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Proper laundering will prolong the service life of rental mats by preventing the buildup of soil and soap residue. Depending upon type and quantity of soil, it may be necessary to adjust the formula shown below to increase break time, temperature or number of rinses to achieve desired results.
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Process |
Comments |
Time |
Water Level |
Temperature |
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1. |
Flush |
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2-3 Min. |
Medium |
120?F (49?C) |
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2. |
Flush |
See #4
Below |
2-3 Min. |
Medium |
120?F (49?C) |
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3. |
Break |
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5-10 Min. |
High |
120?F (49?C) |
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4. |
Rinse |
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2 Min. |
High |
Cold |
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5. |
Rinse |
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2 Min. |
High |
Cold |
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6. |
Extract |
Low Speed |
1-2 Min. |
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7. |
Shake Out |
Rotate wheel
at wash speed
with drain open |
1 Min. |
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8. |
Extract |
High Speed
Max - 250 G's |
3-5 Min. |
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9. |
Dry |
Optional |
5-10 Min. |
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180?F (82?C)
(Basket Temperature) |
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10. |
Cool Down |
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5 Min. |
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To prevent mat discoloration from dye cross staining, the following procedures
should be followed:
- Launder dark mats separately from
light colored mats.
- If mats are not separated into dark
and light colors for washing, the maximum water temperature should be
lowered to 100?F (38?C).
- Stained or heavily soiled mats can
be washed at 140?F (60?C). Repeated laundering at this temperature can
cause premature color loss and increase dye transfer. For more
information, see Tech Tip 102.
- Do not use high pH detergents,
alkali or solvents. The break should not exceed a pH of 9.5. Use a low pH
non-ionic detergent. 2-4 oz./ 100# of mats. Consult with your chemical
supplier for exact amounts.
- Do not overdry mats.
- If mats are not dried, the final
rinse should be raised to 120?F (49?C). This will reduce moisture
retention following extraction.
Should you require additional
information or if Mountville can be of further assistance, please call
us at 1-800-241-5549 or 1-706-882-2961.
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