OIL & SLUDGE REMOVER IMO
GENERAL PURPOSE SOLVENT-BASED DEGREASER
• Multipurpose powerful degreaser, wide range of applications
• Removes oil contamination from machinery, engine parts and bilges
• Forms a milky emulsion upon contact with water
• Non-acid, non-alkaline
• Easy to rinse with water, leaves no residue
• Safe to use on most metal surfaces and equipment
DESCRIPTION
OIL & SLUDGE REMOVER is solvent - based blend of active penetrating and emulsifying agents and surfactants. It is used to dissolve grease, oil and grubby soils. It is suitable for Bilges, Engine room, Decks and Bulkheads, railings and any other structural member.
APPLICATION
OIL & SLUDGE REMOVER can be used as a light cleaner for metals, painted and unpainted surfaces, soiled machinery, floor plates and bulkheads, parts and tools, decks and wherever grease has penetrated into.
USE AND DOSING
This product can be applied neat or in solution, by brushing, wiping, spraying or soaking. Use a ponge to apply on soiled areas and allow 15-20 minutes for product to act. Then rinse off thoroughly with fresh or sea water, preferably hot under pressure.
A. SPRAY METHOD
Spray over soiled areas neat and allow 15-20 minutes to act. Rinse off by hosing using hot fresh water. Where deposits persist, allow longer action time (30’) and scrub soiled areas with undiluted cleaner. Then rinse off with hot pressurised water or steam.
B. SOAKING METHOD
Use a solution of OIL & SLUDGE REMOVER in kerosene or other suitable petroleum solvent for a light cleaning operation, or use neat for heavily soiled parts. Soak items to be cleaned for at least 20 minutes and then rinse off with hot water.