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CHARACTERISTICS
Oak Restorer-HW (hot water formula) is a proprietary oak cleaning agent formulated on behalf of winery clients in
Australia by AiRD. This versatile cleaner is a mid-range buffered carbonate that is used with hot water to clean and
restore oak vessels or staves. Oak Restorer-HW which can be used with either CIP or manual (soaking) methods, also
contains bicarbonates and surfactants to respectfully remove tartrate crystals, color and protein stains in addition to
general organic soils. This results in restored oak surfaces which will extend the working life of barrels and staves.
Oak Restorer-HW is a single process cleaning product requiring only a water rinse. No subsequent neutralizing is
required. Oak Restorer leaves your oak clean, odorless and pH neutral.
Oak Restorer-HW contains no chlorine, phosphate or halogen based compounds. Oak Restorer-HW is a 100% active,
water soluble detergent with or fillers.
Oak Restorer-HW has a sister product that is suitable for use in cool water, Oak Restorer-CW.
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
0.5- 2kg/100L (0.67- 2.68 oz/gallon).
-Oak with no/light color stains = 0.5- 1.0kg/100L clean, potable water used.
-Oak with moderate/heavy color stains = 1.0- 2.0kg/100L clean, potable water used.
Water Temperature- The cleaning solution temperature range for Oak Restorer-HW is 40-60°C (104-140°F).
Oak Restorer-HW can be used with cold water (10-20°C/50-68°F), however additional time and detergent will be
required.
Oak Restorer-HW is soluble in cool water to ~12%.
Cleaning Cycle Timing-It is recommended to clean oak or staves when the tartrate crystals are still damp. At this point
they are still in a state of hydration, and the crystal structure is at its softest. This results in more efficient cleaning and
less detergent used. The general time for a CIP cleaning cycle is 2-3 minutes, for a bathing-soaking arrangement, it is
24-48 hours. Although the soaking takes a significant amount of time, this time allow the buffered alkaline detergent to
effervesce, potentially allowing for a deeper cleaning.
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Dosing and Mixing Directions
Chemical Insertion (powder into water) Method
Accurately prepare the hot water and weigh out the Oak Restorer-HW. Fill vessel with clean, potable/treated hot water,
steadily add the Oak Restorer-HW into the water while mixing. Mix until a consistent solution is obtained. Initially the
solution will be milky, but should clarify. Use the solution once clarified.
This soaking method is best for barrels which are older than 2 vintages.
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PRECAUTIONS
Read the MSDS before use every time and wear prescribed personal protective equipment.
This information herein is true and accurate to the best of our knowledge, however, this data sheet is not considered as a guarantee expressed or
implied, or as a condition of sale of this product. Document edited 7/28/15.
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