TRUEGARD MACHINE CLEANER 55 GALLON DRUM

It is formulated specifically for metalworking machines that use coolant systems -- targeting the fluid reservoirs and coolant lines where cutting fluids, tramp oils, dirt, and bacteria accumulate over time. It is not a general-purpose industrial cleaner, but rather a pre-charge cleaner used before introducing fresh metalworking coolant.

Residual tramp oil, bacteria, dirt, and grease left in a dirty reservoir will contaminate new coolant immediately upon addition, shortening its effective life and degrading machining performance. A clean environment allows the fresh coolant to perform at peak efficiency from the start.

The product should be mixed at 1 part cleaner to 20 parts fresh water. A 55-gallon drum will therefore yield up to 1,155 gallons of ready-to-use cleaning solution, making it highly economical for cleaning large or multiple machines.

After emptying the machine, fill the reservoir with the 1:20 diluted solution and recirculate it at low pump speed for one hour to clean the entire system. Manually clean any inaccessible areas that the recirculating solution cannot reach, drain the machine, and finish with a final clean water rinse to remove all residual dirt and cleaner before charging with fresh coolant.

For severely fouled machines, the product data states that repeat applications may be necessary to properly dissolve and suspend all accumulated dirt, grease, oil, and bacteria. A final clean water rinse is strongly recommended after all cleaning cycles are complete.

A pH of 8.8 is mildly alkaline, which is effective at breaking down oils and biological contamination while being less aggressive than strongly caustic cleaners. Users working with machines that have sensitive seals, aluminum components, or painted surfaces should verify material compatibility before use, as even mild alkalinity can affect certain materials with prolonged exposure.