[eShine]

Playing around with my new HP 60 today using anything and everything I have around for a cleaning solution. What have you guys found works best? Also do you use an anti-foaming agent for the dirty tank? Mine foams up quickly and starts blowing water out the air blower.

[MWAUTOPRO]

I have always gotten the best results from shampooing the carpets first with either CG lightning fast or CG fabric clean and then extracting the carpets with plain water, that way when you are done there is no shampoo left in the carpets. (That way if someone gets in a car with wet feet it doesnt pull the dirt off their shoes, it sounds silly but its true)

[DLR Detailing]

According to the info that I have read concerning extractors, you should always use some sort of an anti-foaming agent to prevent just what you are describing.

I personally only use the extractor as a heated rinse, after I shampoo, to remove all traces of soap residue. I sometimes even mix in a little vinegar (maybe 2oz.) I have in the past used ZEP, Detail King, Car Brite and Hi Temp brands of shampoo. All performed about the same, just with a different remaining scent left behind. Use any brand you prefer as long as it is low foaming, even if you do not mix it in the solution tank. Mixing in the tank requires only a very small amount, approx. 2oz per gal. is what I am familiar with.

Good luck with the extractor. You will wonder how you ever got along without it!

Dave

[FMINUS]

Grouse is the master on this topic..

[D&D Auto Detailing]

ProChem makes good stuff. Thats what Grouse recommended to me.

[Juztang]

I use all Prochem products for carpet cleaning. The Ultra Pak traffic lane cleaner is great for pretreating and then just put the All Fiber Rinse mixed with your water in the solution tank. This combo works awesome.

[D&D Auto Detailing]

Yep, exactly what I use, along with some spotters.

[Nica]

This is a good topic, I to have been puting the purchase of a good chemical off. I too have just been using my HP-60 with nothing but water and using the hot water to extract Folex or what ever other chemical I use..so I look forward to more opinion on this topic

[D&D Auto Detailing]

Prochem - Chemicals, Cleaning Machines and Truck Mounts

Spotting Guidelines

Spills and stains should be treated immediately. The longer a spot remains, the more difficult it will be to remove.

Remove solid built-up materials with a rounded tablespoon, spatula, or edge of a dull knife.

Blot up spills with a clean, white, absorbent materials (towels, napkins, tissues, etc.). Keepblotting and repeat.
Pretest Spot-Removal Procedures And Products

In an inconspicuous area (under a sofa cushion, on an area of carpet under or behind a piece of furniture), apply several drops of solution on the article and rub gently with a clean, white towel. If color transfers to cloth or a color change occurs a professional cleaner should be consulted. Apply the solution again, wait 1/2 - 1 hour, if possible, and inspect for any damaging color changes.

Do not over wet. Use small amounts of the spotting products and blot frequently. Always blot, do not rub or brush. Work from outer edge of the spot towards the center to prevent rings.

Beginning with step 1, treat the stain area with each spotting solution until the stain is removed. It may not be necessary to complete the entire series of steps. The final step is always to rinse carefully the area with water, then absorb all the remaining moisture with absorbent towels.

Be patient. Some spots respond slowly. All spots and spills cannot be removed from every fabric due to differences in fibers, dyes, construction, finishes, composition of the spills, length of time the spot has remained on the article, etc. Some stains require professional treatment.

To find the right procedure and product for cleaning various stains, choose the type of stain from the list below and select it.

Recommended Products
Blood Protein & Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter
Butter & Margarine Citrus Gel, Solvent Spotter, Protein Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, Fiber Buff
Browning (cellulose) Yellow Rx, All Fiber Rinse
Candle Wax Power Solvent, Citrus Gel
Catsup & Tomato Sauce Protein Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Oxy-Plus
Chewing Gum Citrus Gel
Chocolate Protein Stain Spotter, Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Zoop Enzyme Spotter
Cocktails Pro Spotter, Coffee & Tannin Spotter, All Fiber Rinse
Coffee Coffee & Tannin Spotter
Cough Syrup Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, All Fiber Rinse.
Crayons Power Solvent, Citrus Gel
Eggs (Raw) Protein Stain Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Pro Spotter
Food Coloring Pro Spotter, Red Rescue
Fruit Juice Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Oxy-Plus
Furniture Stain Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Protein Stain Spotter
Glue (School) Pro Spotter, Protein Stain Spotter
Grass Citrus Gel, Zoop Enzyme Spotter
Gravy Protein Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Pro Spotter
Greases & Oil Solvent Spotter, Power Solvent, Citrus Gel
Ice Cream Protein & Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Zoop Enzyme Spotter
Ice Melt Buildup All Fiber Rinse
Ink (Ball Point) Ink Spot Remover, Citrus Gel, Oxy-Plus
Ink (India) Ink Spot Remover, Power Solvent, Citrus Gel
Jam & Jelly Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Protein Stain Spotter
Lipstick Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Oxy-Plus, All Fiber Rinse
Mildew Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Oxy-Plus
Milk Protein Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Zoop Enzyme Spotter
Mucilage (Glue) Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, Protein Stain Spotter
Mud Pro Spotter, Citrus Gel
Mustard Protein Stain Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter
Nail Polish Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, All Fiber Rinse
Oils Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse
Paint (Oil) Power Solvent, Citrus Gel, Pro Spotter
Paint (Water, Latex base) Pro Spotter, Solvent Spotter, Citrus Gel
Rubber Cement Power Solvent, Citrus Gel
Rust Prochem Rust Remover
Shoe Polish Power Solvent, Citrus Gel
Soft Drinks Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse
Soot Citrus Gel, Olefin Preconditioner
Tar & Asphalt Power Solvent or Solvent Spotter, Citrus Gel
Toothpaste Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse
Urine Pet Spotter & Deodorizer, All Fiber Rinse
Vomit Pro Spotter, Zoop Enzyme Spotter, All Fiber Rinse
Wine Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse
Yellowing Yellow Rx, All Fiber Rinse
Traffic Lanes Ultrapac Trafficlean or Ultrapac Trafficlean Mint Fresh, All Fiber Rinse, Dry Slurry, Clean Green
Soil Filtration Lines Filter-Out, All Fiber Rinse, Dry Slurry, Oxy-Plus



I bought Ultrapac Pre-Treat with LVC, Fine Fabric Shampoo, Coffee & Tannin Spotter, Pro Spotter, All Fiber Rinse, and Dry Slurry.

[Nica]

Sweet mother D&D that's quite the list

Thank you for sharing...now where to start