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The Trouble Shooting Guide - Part VI
The majority of floor care problems result from improper floor care procedures. Part VI of this six-part troubleshooting guide highlights the most common causes of typical problems experienced in the field. It can provide a useful reference to identify and solve many floor care issues.
Problem:
Streaks in Finish.
Cause: Floor not properly rinsed after stripping.
Solution: Vacuum up as much stripper left on the floor after stripping as possible. Rinse thoroughly with neutral cleaner in the autoscrubber. A “hot” floor - too alkaline or too acidic - can cause finish to discolor. Use clear clean water to trim and rinse. Change rinse water often. Rinse with Eclipse All-Purpose Neutralizer after stripping to help achieve proper pH.
Cause: All finish not removed in stripping process.
Solution: After stripping check dry, newly stripped floor with thumbnail for residual finish. Strip again if necessary. Check for incomplete finish removal by observing “high” spots or shiny patches on an otherwise dull floor. Observe what happens when you rinse the floor. Any finish remaining on the floor will have a milky, cloudy appearance after rinsing.
Cause: Finish applied with dirty mop or bucket
Solution: Always clean mops before applying finish. Discard finish at the bottom of the bucket because dirt, grit, and lint settle at the bottom. Always rinse bucket when switching from one task to another. Stripper residue left in a bucket used for finish could ruin the finish. Line bucket with a plastic trash liner to avoid contamination.
Cause: Grinding dirt into finish.
Solution: Use autoscrubber with proper pads and cleaner solution daily. Damp mopping is not sufficient.
Cause: Poor scrubbing technique prior to re-coating.
Solution: Double scrub with blue deep scrub pads and cleaning solution properly diluted for deep scrubbing prior to re-coating with finish.
Cause: Autoscrubber used is on the transport speed.
Solution: Slow the autoscrubber down to allow for proper soil removal.
Cause: Dirty mops or water.
Solution: Use clean mops and change water often. If dirty mops or water have been used, double scrub with blue deep scrub pads, rinse thoroughly, and reapply finish.
Cause: Water trails left by autoscrubber.
Solution: Check for dirt under squeegee blades or worn blades; replace blades as needed.
Cause: Applying floor finish before floor has been properly scrubbed and rinsed.
Solution: Strip, rinse, and reapply finish.
Cause: Excessive dirt, sand, and grit enter store and are ground into finish
Solution: Use adequate walk-off mats and clean frequently. Follow maintenance schedule. Dust mop and clean with autoscrubber before burnishing.
Cause: Buffing pads contain dirt or old finish accumulations.
Solution: Always use clean pads. Rotate or replace as needed.
Cause: Build-up from applying finish to edges every time floor is coated.
Solution: Always stay 6” - 9” away from edges on all coats except the first.
Cause: Misusing or improperly mixing chemicals.
Solution: Always follow dilution and use directions on the product label. Do not guess on measuring or mixing chemicals. Do not mix chemicals together to short-cut maintenance procedures.
Cause: Restorer used too often or concentration is too strong.
Solution: Follow the label and wall chart instructions.
Cause: Fans used to force dry finish resulting in dirt catching bubbles; dirt buffed into finish.
Solution: Never direct fans at floor finish. If fans must be used, aim upward for air circulation in the area.
Cause: Contaminated floor finish.
Solution: Always dispose of unused finish. |
