Reebaklens RR:- Rust remover, cleaning and etching agentUsesReebaklens RR is used as a rust remover from steel bars priorto encasing in concrete / microconcrete. It can also be usedon other steel surfaces prior to coating with epoxy systems.AdvantagesRapid actionSafe with metals (except zinc and galvanised steel), wood,glass, plastic and rubber. No corrosive action. Penetrates oiland grease.DescriptionReebaklens RR cleaning agent is a combination of acid basedmaterial, corrosion inhibitors and dispersing agents and issupplied as a clear green solution.Technical SupportFosroc provides a technical advisory service to specifi ers, endusersand contractors as well as on-site technical assistancein locations all over the country.PropertiesSpecifi c gravity : 1.16 - 1.22 @ 250CApplication instructionsFor rusted metal (iron base)Apply Reebaklens RR with brush for complete wetting of rustedmetal surface and allowed to react it for 16-24 hours. After24 hours, a white layer will appear which will protect furthercorrosion of metal / steel for about 5-7 days. Before applyingprotective coating, the surface should be wire brushed andthoroughly cleaned for dust with dry cloth.Removal of rust and mill scalePrewet the fl oors, then using a stiff bristle broom, brush the aff ectedareas with a solution of Reebaklens RR cleaning agent andwater. Strength of the solution required will vary but should bebetween 1 : 1 and 1 : 4 (Reebaklens RR cleaning agent towater).When the action has fi nished, wash down thoroughly with cleanwater. Wire brush again to remove remaining loose materialand fi nish by thoroughly washing down with clean water. Repeatif necessary. High degree of rust or scale can be removedby soaking in the Reebaklens solution for 60 minutes. EstimatingCoverageApprox. 2.0 - 2.5 m2/LNote : Coverage depends on the rusted area and the depthof depositionPackagingReebaklens RR cleaning agent is available in 1/2, 1, 5 LcontainersStorageShelf lifeAt least 1 year in original sealed containers under normalwarehouse conditions.PrecautionsHealth & SafetyReebaklens RR cleaning agent is acid based and should behandled with care. It attacks zinc, aluminium and putty. If indoubt about its eff ect on a material, test a small area beforeapplication.Avoid contact with skin. Rubber gloves and goggles shouldbe worn. Wash spillages with plenty of water. Enclosed areasshould be well ventilated. If contact with eyes occur, washimmediately with water and seek medical advice.FireReebaklens RR cleaning agent is non fl ammableAdditional informationTechnical data and guidance can be provided on awide range of admixtures, concreting aids, grouts, repairs,protective coatings and the Nitoflor range ofi n d u s t r i a l f l o o r i n g s y s t e m s w h i c h i n c l u d e s n o nmetallic floor hardeners, epoxy floor coatings and selflevelling fl oor toppings, epoxy heavy duty abrasion resistantscreeds.Separate datasheets are available on these products.