Refinishing Plastic Parts,
AQUA-MATET Low VOC Surface Cleaner W4-K157

Product Description

AQUA-MATE^TM Low VOC Surface Cleaner W4-K157 is a water-based emulsion that contains a surface active "detergent" and a special blend of solvents. It is designed to remove oil, grease, wax, silicone, and other surface contaminants, as well as sanding residue from bare metal and plastic; OEM topcoats and primers; and refinish undercoats to prepare surface for painting. Used on plastic substrates, AQUA-MATE^TM minimizes static build-up.

Technical Data

VOC ­ as packaged (as packaged less water & exempt compounds)	1.40 lbs/gal (168 g/l) 8.30 lbs/gal (996 g/l)
Mixing Ratio*	Use at package consistency
Freeze Hazard	Yes
Weight/gallon	8.3 lbs./gal
Solids by weight	<0.7%
pH	10 (alkaline)
Flash Point	>199°F TCC

Surface Preparation

Wash surfaces to be painted and adjacent panels with a mild detergent and water solution to remove heavy deposits of dirt, oil, and grease.

Mixing: None, use at package consistency.*

( * If a VOC level of 0.58 lbs/gal is required, AQUA-MATE^TM may be reduced 150% with clean water.)

Application

Step 1. Saturate a clean cloth with AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157.

Step 2. Apply to areas to be painted and adjacent panels. Wipe surface thoroughly with AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157 and apply only to small areas at any one time.

Step 3. Wipe off with a second clean, dry cloth before AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157 is allowed to dry. If drying occurs, repeat application.

Note: In cooler temperatures and high humidity, step 3 may be needed to be repeated to remove AQUAMATE^TM W4-K157. Or, after step 3, blow clean, dry air across the surface to enhance the evaporation of AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157.

Notes

• On lacquer surfaces, avoid prolonged contact with AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157 or softening will occur. If this occurs, allow surface to dry thoroughly before next step. (A light sanding may be needed if AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157 has swelled the lacquer surface.)
• Do not use AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157 as a cleaner for solvent sensitive substrates such as lacquer primer-surfacer.
• Best results are obtained when temperatures are maintained above 70° F when using AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157.
• Avoid prolonged contact with bare metal and dry thoroughly to prevent flash rusting.
• Protect AQUA-MATE^TM W4-K157 from freezing. If this occurs, allow AQUAMATE^TM W4-K157 to warm slowly to room temperature before use.