Attachment 8 - Manufacturer Cleaning Recommendations for Sports Flooring.pdf

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MULTI-FUNCTIONAL AND SPORTS RUBBER

TILE MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Triumph and Inertia™

INTRODUCTION

These instructions are written as a guide to be used by professionals for the proper care and maintenance of the floor. Utilizing these guidelines, with the cleaning products listed below, will ease the maintenance process and provide the customer with a product that will perform to its intended purpose.

Always visit www.tarkettna.com for the most current installation and maintenance instructions. Technical videos and tip sheets are also available. Contact Tarkett Technical Services at (800)-899-8916 with any questions.

POST INSTALLATION / INITIAL CLEANING

Job site conditions will cause grit and dirt to accumulate. Initial cleaning must not be performed until 72 hours after installation. However, it is necessary the floor be swept and protected until maintenance begins.

1. Thoroughly sweep or vacuum the flooring to remove all loose dirt and grit.

2. Prepare a cleaning solution using one of the recommended pH neutral cleaners identified on the reference chart below.

3. The dilution ratio depends on light to heavy soil conditions. Follow the manufacturer’s label instructions.

4. Apply the cleaning solution with a nylon or rayon mop, or pump type sprayer. DO NOT FLOOD THE FLOOR.

5. Let the cleaning solution dwell for 5 to 15 minutes (dwell time is based on soil conditions of the floor). DO NOT ALLOW THE SOLUTION

TO DRY.

6. Scrub the flooring using a single disc rotary machine (175 – 350 RPM) equipped with a 16 to 24 gauge nylon bristle brush. In small areas, use a deck brush attached to a handle.

7. Rinse the floor thoroughly with clean water.

8. Allow the flooring to dry completely.

NOTE: The cleaning process may need to be repeated on heavily soiled floors.

PREVENTIVE CARE

1. An effective barrier matting system should be installed at all entrances to reduce cleaning costs and extend the life of the floor.

2. Protect the flooring from damage by using good quality protective glides and casters for chairs, tables, and other furniture using products designed for resilient floors. Caster or wheel damage, in work stations or similar environments, can be avoided with the use of chair pads.

3. Do NOT use steel wool, strong solvents (gasoline, turpentine, and acetone), or all-purpose cleaners (Lestoil, Top Job, etc. and similar products).

4. Do NOT use sweeping compounds or mops treated with petroleum solvents, silicone compounds or loose abrasives that damage the flooring.

5. Do NOT use disinfectant cleaners and insecticide sprays containing oil or solvents that may settle on the floor in sufficient quantity to discolor, cause slipperiness, and harm the flooring.

ROUTINE / DAILY CLEANING

It is very important to clean the flooring at a frequency consistent with the amount and type of traffic and soil conditions. Daily cleaning is recommended.

1. Thoroughly sweep or vacuum the flooring to remove all loose dirt and grit.

2. Prepare a cleaning solution using one of the recommended pH neutral cleaners identified on the reference chart below.

3. The dilution ratio depends on light to heavy soil conditions. Follow the manufactures label instructions.

4. Damp mop the cleaning solution onto the floor with a nylon or rayon mop. Be sure to wring the mop between each application. Or, use an auto scrubber (175 – 350 RPM) equipped with a 16 to 24 gauge nylon bristle brush.DO NOT FLOOD THE FLOOR.

5. Allow the flooring to dry completely.

6. Remove minor stains and scuffs in conjunction with the damp mopping. Use a white or red pad if required.

PERIODIC / DEEP CLEANING

When Routine / Daily Cleaning no longer provides adequate results, a more aggressive deep cleaning is required to thoroughly clean the floor.

1. Thoroughly sweep or vacuum the flooring to remove all loose dirt and grit.

2. Prepare a cleaning solution using one of the recommended pH neutral cleaners identified on the reference chart below.

3. The dilution ratio depends on light to heavy soil conditions. Follow the manufacturer’s label instructions.

4. Apply the cleaning solution with a nylon or rayon mop, or pump type sprayer. DO NOT FLOOD THE FLOOR.

5. Let the cleaning solution dwell for 5 to 15 minutes (dwell time is based on soil conditions of the floor). DO NOT ALLOW THE SOLUTION

TO DRY.

6. Scrub the flooring using a single disc rotary machine (175 – 350 RPM) equipped with a 16 to 24 gauge nylon bristle brush. In small areas, use a deck brush attached to a handle.

7. Rinse the floor thoroughly with clean water.

8. Allow the flooring to dry completely.

NOTE: The cleaning process may need to be repeated on heavily soiled floors.

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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT REFERENCE CHART

NOTE: Always follow the manufactures label for proper mixing ratios and use.

Initial Cleaning Daily Cleaning Deep Cleaning

Diversey www.diversey.com 1-800-558-2332

Profi Profi Profi

Prominence Prominence

Certified Green Products Stride Stride

Spartan Chemical www.spartanchemical.com

1-800-537-8990 TriBase TriBase TriBase

Certified Green Products Green Solutions Industrial Cleaner

Green Solutions All Purpose Cleaner

Green Solutions Industrial Cleaner

XL North www.xlnorth.com 1-888-530-2259

XL APC All Purpose Cleaner

XL APC All Purpose Cleaner

XL APC All Purpose Cleaner