Alkaline Spotter PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter treats food-based oil and grease stains on fabrics. This spotter can be used as a spotter, pre-soak, or pre-spotter to remove even the toughest stains. Use Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter to remove these common spots: • butter • mayonnaise • cosmetics (makeup) • mechanics grease • food stains (oily) • perfume • kitchen grease • salad dressing • lipstick • shoe polish • mascara • motor oil COLOR AND NUMBER SYSTEM: Each Clothesline Fresh laundry product has been color coded and number coded for easy product identification. All product information and literature, plus, each product label, carton and secondary label reflects the individual product’s color and number, making training easier and faster. STORAGE: Clothesline Fresh laundry products can be stored in a wide variety of environments and locations. Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter can withstand three freeze/thaw cycles without affecting the performance of the product. NON-DAMAGING: Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter was tested by an independent, ASTM certified, third party laboratory to ensure that it is safe for use on fabrics and will not prematurely wear fabrics. This testing shows that there is no loss in tensile strength between samples soaked in Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter when compared to the control sample. Soak times tested ranged from 15 min., 60 min., to 4 hours.
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PROVEN CLEANING ABILITY: Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter was tested by another independent, ASTM certified, third party laboratory and compared to two competitors to assess stain removal performance. The chart below illustrates the stain removal power of Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter. 70
% Stain Removal
60 50 40 30 20 10 0 Kitchen Grease
Olive Oil/Butter
Cosmetics (Makeup)
Shoe Polish
Used Motor Oil
Stain Type
Clothesline Fresh™ S2 Alkaline Spotter Competitor 1 Competitor 2 *Results based on 10 minute soak times on cotton fabrics DIRECTIONS FOR USE: DO NOT MIX WITH OTHER CHEMICALS. Some individuals may be sensitive to ingredients in this product. Before use, read product label and MSD sheet. • Always test fabric for color fastness and compatibility in an inconspicuous area. • Before using a specific spotter, attempt to identify the stain, to ensure efficient stain removal. • Always wash and rinse fabric thoroughly after spot treatment. To Spot Fabric: 1. Saturate a clean, white towel with Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter. 2. Rub stain vigorously with the wet towel. 3. Blot fabric with a separate clean, dry towel. 4. Repeat steps as necessary to achieve desired results. As a Pre-Spotter: 1. Spray Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter liberally onto suspected stains. 2. Allow to remain on stained fabric for at least 10 minutes before initial laundering.
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As a Pre-Soak: Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter can also be used as a pre-soak for heavily soiled or stained fabric. When used as a pre-soak, Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter can be used in concentrated form or diluted down 1:4 depending on soil load levels. 1. Place stained fabric in a suitable containment vessel. 2. Pour Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter directly on stained fabric or diluted down 1:4 depending on soil load levels. 3. Allow stained fabrics to soak for 1 to 6 hours before initial laundering. SPECIFICATION DATA: pH – 12.0 – 13.0 Specific Gravity – 1.000 @ 24oC/75oF Stability a. Shelf – One year minimum @ 24°C/75°F b. Accelerated – 30 days minimum @ 49°C/120°F c. Freeze/Thaw – Can withstand three freeze/thaw cycles EDTA Free Nonylphenol ethoxylate free PACKAGING: Clothesline Fresh Alkaline Spotter is packaged in gallons, four per case and RTU Handi Spray® quart bottles, 12 per case with 3 three trigger sprayers. Label copy is available in English, Spanish and French. Secondary labels are also available. Be sure to read all Directions, Precautionary and First Aid Statements on product labels before use of this or any Spartan product. If questions remain, consult your employer or a physician. Material Safety Data Sheets for all Spartan products are available from your authorized Spartan distributor or by visiting www.spartanchemical.com. GUARANTEE: Spartan’s modern manufacturing and laboratory control insure uniform quality. If dissatisfied with performance of product, any unused portion may be returned for credit within one year of date of manufacture.
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