Desco TB-7026 User Manual

DESCO INDUSTRIES INC. Technical Bulletin TB-7026

Statguard® Low Residue Floor Stripper
Application Instructions

Figure 1. Statguard

Description

Statguard® Low Residue Floor Stripper is a strong,
non-ammoniated, phosphate-free floor stripper. Its clear,
mild pH formulation is designed to break up and lift multiple
layers of Statguard® floor finish.

®

Low Residue Floor Stripper

Made in America

Application

Always use in a well ventilated area or wear a suitable
respirator. Wear appropriate eye protection such as splash
goggles and impervious type protective gloves.

Figure 2. Statguard
with hot water

1. Mix Statguard® Low Residue Floor Stripper 3:1, three (3)
parts HOT water to one (1) part stripper.

THREE TO ONE

WATER

®

Low Residue Floor Stripper mix ratio

STRIPPER

General Guidelines

Statguard® Low Residue Floor Stripper is designed
specifically for use with the Statguard® and Statfree®
Static Dissipative Floor Finishes and similar polymer type
floor finishes. The mild pH formulation is non-ammoniated,
phosphate-free, and biodegradable. Excellent removability
properties enable the stripper to break up and lift multiple
layers of static dissipative (ESD) type floor finish when
used on vinyl, concrete, rubber, terrazzo, quarry tile, brick,
slate, and unglazed ceramic. It is not recommended for
use on asphalt tile, linoleum and Dutch linoleum floors; test
for bleaching on a small area first. Use in a well ventilated
area. Coverage is 400 sq. ft. per gallon (9.8 sq. meters per
liter) of concentrate, when diluted to a 3:1 ratio.

Figure 3. Applying the Statguard
Stripper with a cotton mop

2. Apply stripper liberally to the floor in need of stripping.
Using a cotton mop, uniformly distribute the solution. Let
the solution sit for 7-10 minutes. Do not let it dry.

®

Low Residue Floor

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Figure 4. Applying the Statguard

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Low Residue Floor

Stripper with a scrubbing machine

3. Using a scrubbing machine @ 175 RPM, and a synthetic
pad (green to black), scrub the area to be stripped.

4. Clean area using hot water and the same cotton mop.

5. Reapply Statguard® Low Residue Floor Stripper, repeat
steps 2-4.

Testing

It is recommended to test the stripped surfaces after the
second rinse to ensure that high pH residues are rinsed
away. Some high pH strippers will leave a residue behind
even after several rinses. A high pH can effect the floor
finish curing time as well as other properties of the finish.
To test for pH residue, test either the rinse water or the
floor using either a pH measuring instrument or a piece of
pH indicating litmus paper. A safe pH will be between 7.0
(neutral) and 9.9 (mildly alkaline). Some sources for litmus
paper are Micro Essential Laboratory, Brooklyn, NY 11210
or Fisher Scientific, Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410.

Limited Warranty

Desco Industries Inc. expressly warrants that for a period
of one (1) year from the date of purchase, Statguard
Low Residue Floor Stripper

will be free of defects in
material. Within the warranty period, the material will
be replaced at our option, free of charge. Call our
Customer Service Department at 781-821-8370 or 00
44 (0) 1892-665313 in Europe for a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) and proper shipping instructions
and address. You should include a copy of your original
packing slip, invoice, or other proof of purchase date. Any
material under warranty should be shipped prepaid to the
Desco Industries Inc. factory. Warranty replacements will
take approximately two weeks.

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6. Rinse area TWICE using hot water and a clean mop.

7. Using a wet vacuum or mop, remove rinse water from
floor.

Physical Properties

pH 10.5
% Solids 2%
Density @ 70°F 8.38 lbs/gal (1 kg/L)
Color Light red
Solubility in water 100%
% Volatile by Wt. 98%

NOTE: Statguard® Low Residue Floor Stripper does not
have a set life span. The chemicals are not known to
degrade over time when stored at the proper temperature
conditions as stated in the Material Safety Data Sheet. We
also recommend that the product be stored in its original
container and be sealed when not in use.

Warranty Exclusions

THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS MADE
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER PRODUCT WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMED. The express warranty will not apply to
defects or damage due to accidents, neglect, misuse,
alterations, operator error, or failure to properly maintain,
clean, or repair products.

Limit of Liability

In no event will Desco Industries Inc. or any seller be
responsible or liable for any injury, loss or damage,
direct or consequential, arising out of the use of or the
inability to use the product. Before using, users shall
determine the suitability of the product for their intended
use, and users assume all risk and liability whatsoever in
connection therewith.

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Flammability

Material Safety Data Sheet

May be used to comply with ANSI Z400.1-2004, 29 CFR

1910.1200, European 2001/58/EC, REACH 1907/2006/
EC, and GHS. Standard must be consulted for specific
requirements.

NFPA Designation 704

Degree of Hazard
4 = Extreme 1 = Slight
3 = High 0 = Insignificant
2 = Moderate

HMIS RATING: Health 2, Flammability 0, Physical Hazard 0, Personal Protection B

Health

(Blue)

3

Special Hazard

(Red)

2

0

Physical

0

Hazard

(Yellow)

SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name/Identity: Statguard® Low Residue Floor Stripper

Chemical Name: Floor Finish Stripper

Manufacturer: Desco Industries, Inc.
Address: One Colgate Way

Canton, MA 02021

Telephone: [phone]
Emergency Number: 781-821-8370
Date Prepared: 2009-06-12

SECTION 2 — HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Routes of Entry
Eyes: A high concentration of liquid, mist, or vapour may cause irritation or

permanent injury.
Skin: Repeated or continuous contact may cause irritation of the skin, an allergic
reaction, or aggravate existing dermatitis.
Ingestion: Pain, discomfort in the mouth or chest, dizziness, collapse, coma.
Inhalation: Irritation of nose or throat, discomfort, and cause coughing. May aggravate

asthma.

Exposure to vapors in high concentrate may have same effect as with

inhalation.

SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Hazardous Ingredients: CAS No. Weight (%)

Ethanol, 2 Amine* 141-43-5 5-25%
Glycol Ether* 111-76-2 5-25%
Isopropanol* 67-63-0 5-25%

Water 7732-18-5 60-100%

*These items are listed and subjected to the reporting requirements of the SARA Title III Section 313 Inventory of the Emergency Planning and
Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR372.

SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES

Emergency and First Aid Procedures:

Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Contact a physician.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water.
Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting, may cause damage to mouth, throat, or

esophagus. Contact a physician.

Inhalation: Move subject to fresh air.

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SECTION 5 — FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Proper Extinguishing Media: N/A
Unsuitable Extinguishing Methods: N/A
Protective Equipment & Precautions: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (pressure-demand, MSHA/

NIOAH-approved) and full protective gear.
Flash Point (Method Used): N/A
Flammable Limits: N/A

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None required.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:

None known.

SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions: Wear protective clothing. Inhalation protection. Extinguish all ignition

sources.
Environmental Precautions: Keep spills and cleaning runoffs out of municipal sewers and open bodies
of water.
Waste Disposal Method: For discard this is a hazardous waste. RCRA #D-002 (corrosive):

reportable quantity 1 lb. (CERCLA [Superfund] Sec. 103) Incinerate the

solids and the contaminated diking material according to local, state, and

federal regulations.

SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas; avoid breathing vapors. Keep containers

closed when not in use. Avoid from freezing.

Storage: Storage temperature: Max. 49°C/120°F - Min. 1°C/34°F

Other Precautions: Keep from freezing – product may coagulate.

SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Hazardous Ingredients: CAS No. TLV-value

Ethanol, 2 Amine* 141-43-5 3 ppm
Glycol Ether* 111-76-2 25 ppm
Isopropanol* 67-63-0 400 ppm
Water 7732-18-5 NE

Control Parameters: TLV-valve 3 ppm maximum for Monoethanolamine
Measures for Technical Control: Preferences of technical measure to prevent or control contact with the

product. Isolating process and personnel, mechanical ventilation (dilution

and local exhaust) and the regulation of process conditions. In case of

non-prevention or non-control, use the proper hand eye protection and

other protective items listed in this section.
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): Wear MSHA/NIOSH-approved respirator where exposure limits are
exceeded.
Hand Protection: Impervious/Neoprene Gloves
Eye Protection: Chemical Splash Goggles as defined in ANSI Z-87.1 or a similar standard.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Eyewash station

Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash hands before eating, smoking, or using washroom facilities

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SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form: Liquid

Color: Clear, pink liquid
Odor: Mild odor

Boiling Point: >212°F (100°C)
Melting

Point: 0°C
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): 1.0 - 1.2

Solubility in Water: Dilutable
pH:

10.0-11.0
Flash Point: Noncombustible
Flammability Limits: N/A
(vol. % in air)
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 17
Vapor Density (air=1): <1
Density at 20°C: N/A
Flammability: Classification according to EC-regulations “non-flammable”
Ignition Temperature: N/A

Evaporation Rate: N/A

SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Hazardous Polymerization: N/A
Hazardous Decomposition/Byproducts: Thermal decomposition may yield carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and
nitrogen oxides.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Avoid contamination with strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.
Stability/Reactivity: Stable product at normal conditions.

Conditions to Avoid: Temperatures above 49°C/120°F and below 1°C/34°F

SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ethanol, 2 Amine (141-43-5)

Draize test, rabbit, eye: 250 ug Severe; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 700 mg/kg;
Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 1 gm/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1720 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 1 mL/kg;

Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (111-76-2)

Acute Toxicity:
Ingestion Skin Absorption Inhalation

LD50, Guinea Pig 1,400 mg/kg LD50, Rat, 2,270 mg/kg LC50, 7 h, Vapor, Rat 700 ppm
LD50, Rat, male 1,746 mg/kg LD50, Rabbit 99-610 mg/kg
LD50 Guinea Pig > 2,000 mg/kg

Isopropanol (67-63-0)

Oral LD50; 5045 mg/kg (RAT), Dermal LD50; 5030. 7900 mg/kg (Rabbit),
Inhalation: LC50; 16000 ppm, 4 h (RAT).

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SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No environmental hazards have been reported or known.

Mobility: The product is aqueous and will be separated in aqueous conditions
Degradability: N/A
Bioaccumulation: Not likely
Ecotoxicity: None known
Reference to BimSchV: N/A
Hazard Classification: None hazardous

SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Product: Coagulate the emulsion by the stepwise of Ferric Chloride and Lime.

Incinerate the solids and the contaminated diking material according to
local, state, and federal regulations.

Hazardous Waste Number: Non hazardous

SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION

This product is not classified for transport under ADR/IMDG regulations

SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION

Physical/Chemical Indication: Non-flammable
Risk-Phrase: (R22): Harmful if swallowed
(R36/38): Irritating to eyes and skin,
Safety-Phrase: (S1/2): Keep locked up and out of the reach of children,
(S7): Keep containers well closed,
(S24/25): Avoid contact with skin and eyes,

(S26): In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water
and seek medical advice,
(S46): If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this
container or label,
(S62): If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice

immediately and show this container or label.
EU Classification: This product does not have to be classified according to the EU
(67/548/EEC-88/379/EEC): Regulations

EINECS Status: All components are included in the EINECS inventories.
TSCA: All ingredients of this product are listed or are excluded form the listing

on the U.S. Toxic Substance Control ACT (TSCA) Chemical Substance

inventory.
REACH: This product does not require REACH registration.

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SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION

HMIS RATING: Health 2, Flammability 0, Physical Hazard 0, Personal Protection B

NFPA RATING: Special Hazard 0, Health 3, Flammability 2, Reactivity 0

Date of last revision: 2009-06-22

Disclaimer

The information given in this publication has been worked up to the best of the knowledge of Desco Industries Inc,
as well as taking into consideration the applicable laws and regulations. We cannot anticipate all conditions under
which this information and our products or the products of the manufacturers in combination with our products
may be used. We accept no responsibility for the results obtained by the application information or the safety and
suitability of our product or product combination with other products. Users are advised to make their own tests to
determine the safety and suitability of each such product or product combination for their own purposes. Unless
otherwise agreed in writing, we sell the products without warranty, and buyers and users assume responsibility and
liability for loss or damage arising from the handling and use of our products, whether used alone or in combination
with other products.

N/A = Not Applicable; NE = None Established

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