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PCA™ Formula 4 High-pH Heavy-Duty Extraction Powdered Cleaning Agent

PCA™ Formula 4 - the Best Heavy Duty Extraction Carpet Cleaning Detergent for Extremely Dirty Commercial Grade Carpet

Cleaning dirty carpet with PCA Formula 4

PCA Formula 4 is safe and recommended for most types of hot water extraction carpet cleaning equipment.

Features and Benefits of PCA Formula 4:

  • PCA 4 contains unique surfactants for maximum cleaning and solubility required for siphon-feed induction type equipment, as well as special chemical complexes that increase production and decrease drying time for portable type equipment.
  • High pH Heavy Duty PCA Formula 4 is highly concentrated and contains 100% active ingredients, descaling agents, plus pile-softening, anti-foaming and odor-controlling ingredients.
  • It is not affected by extreme hot water conditions and can be mixed and stored in a concentrated form without settling or potency loss occurring.
  • PCA Formula 4, with its exceptional grease cutting power, is tough enough for your worst jobs such as restaurants, trashed apartments and heavily soiled carpets.
  • PCA Formula 4 is outstanding on removing oils from oil-loving olefin carpets.

Properties & Specifications:

  • Restrictions on Use:
    • For professional use only! Not for use by consumers!
    • Keep out of reach of children.
    • Do not use on stain-resistant nylon carpet, natural fibers, upholstery, prints or BASF Zeftron® 2000.
    • PCA Formula 4 has been designed for commercial only.
    • PCA Formula 4 should never be used with equipment containing aluminum pumps or water tanks.
  • Form: White, free-flowing powder.
  • Odor: Lemon.
  • Use pH: 11-12.
  • Use Concentration: 0.4 ounces per gallon. Add 1/3 of that amount of Booster as well.
  • Storage: Keep container closed when not in use.
  • Container Size: 40 pound pail and 6 pound jar.
  • Manufacturer: Bane-Clene Corp.®
  • Country of Manufacture: United States of America.
  • Flammability: Non-flammable.

Instructions and Directions for PCA Formula 4:

  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Read label directions and cautions before using.
  • Always test on a hidden or inconspicuous area first.
  • Use a clean container to pre-mix a concentrate.
  • Pre-mix the proper amount of PCA Formula 4 as indicated below with approximately 2 gallons of very hot water.
  • Shake well until dissolved and then pour the mixture into the clean water supply tank of the unit.
  • Finish filling the tank with water.
  • However much PCA 4 was added, add 1/3 as much Booster™ for added cleaning power and water softener. Add 1 ounce of Per-Scent® per 100 gallons.
  • Mega-Port® 4 ounces PCA 4 (with a Measuring cup) plus 1.33 ounces of Booster per 10 gallons water.
  • Ultra-Port Basic® / Ultra-Port Deluxe®: 8 ounces PCA 4 plus 2.67 ounces of Booster per 20 gallons water.
  • Mini-Mount® & Perma-Mount® 70: 28 ounces PCA 4 plus 9.33 ounces of Booster per 70 gallons water.
  • Maxi-Mount®, Perma-Mount®, Para-Mount®: 48 ounces PCA 4 plus 16 ounces of Booster per 120 gallons water.
  • Duo-Mount®: 60 ounces PCA 4 plus 20 ounces of Booster per 150 gallons water.

Filling Directions for PCA Formula 4 Powdered Cleaning Agent in Siphon-Feed Systems:

  1. Make a pre-mix solution by adding 8 to 24 ounces (liquid measure with a Measuring cup) of PCA Formula 4 to each 5 gallons capacity of the concentrate tank.
  2. Agitate the solution until completely dissolved before beginning siphon operation. Adjust dial as needed.

Related Carpet Cleaning Information:

Videos on Cleaning Heavily-Soiled Carpet:

Link in a separate page or tab to the Secure Bane-Clene Store to Order PCA Formula 4 is below:

VIDEO: Bane-Clene Carpet Cleaning Detergents and Emulsifiers

Presented by Bane-Clene's chemist, this video shows how PCA Formula 5, Booster and Per-Scent are used in a Bane-Clene truckmount carpet cleaning machine.

VIDEO: Bane-Clene Cleaning Steakhouse Restaurant

Greasy Restaurant Carpet Cleaned with Bane-Clene® Para-Mount® Truck-Mount Carpet Cleaning Machine with Pro-Zyme Prespray applied through an Injection Sprayer and cleaned with PCA™ Formula 4 Detergent .