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FAQ
How should Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner be used?

Dilute one ounce of Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleanerper quart of water or add four ounces of to one gallon of water. Aspirate one to two cups of diluted solution into each suction line, rinse cup or cuspidor. Then keep suction on to allow a few seconds of air into…

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We are using an enzymatic cleaner in our evacuation system. Will Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner clean better than the enzymes?

Yes. Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner is an acid based cleaner which is more effective at the penetration and breakup of thick, sticky biofilm clinging to tubing. The ProE-Vac formula attacks both organic (blood and saliva) soils and inorganic materials such as impression pastes and cements. Enzymatic cleaners target organic…

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I am using a different evacuation cleaner and I see foam in the traps and the impeller when I clean them. Is this OK?

No, if you find foam in the traps the motor will sense the foam as liquid when it is really air. The motor will continue to try to pump it out, will lose suction power and cavitate, causing the motor to wear out much quicker than it should. Use of a nonfoaming evacuation cleaner such…

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We had to have the pipes leading to the main pump cleaned of corrosion. We were using another product. How can we prevent this from happening again?

Inadequate cleaning or the use of bleach compounds may contribute to corrosion in evacuation systems. The Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleanerinhibits corrosion. Daily treatment with ProE-Vac will keep the entire system free of corrosion and adherent debris.

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What is the effect of evacuation line cleaners on release of mercury from waste amalgam?

Recent studies sponsored by the American Dental Association indicate that some brands of evacuation cleaners, especially those with chlorine or bleach, will cause high amounts of mercury to be released from waste amalgam in lines. Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner was included in the study and found to be a safe,…

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Why is biofilm such a problem for evacuation systems?

The dynamics of water flow through tubing combined with sticky prophy paste, saliva, etc. provides perfect conditions for biofilm to form and produce foul odors.  Spec Clean™ Evacuation System Cleaner keeps tubing and pumps free flowing, reduces odors and removes bioflim.