DIY Instructions

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Arrow Brass & Copper Cleaner

1. ATTENTION: This product contains acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. See cautions on label. Use according to directions. Keep out of reach of children. Wear rubber gloves to prevent burns or stains.
2. DILUTE: ARROW BRASS CLEANER is concentrated. Mix one (1) part cleaner with six (6) parts water to obtain a working solution. (Example: One cap full of cleaner to six caps full of water.) Product may be stored both in the concentrate and dilute forms as long as it is unused (clean). The portion that comes in contact with metal during the cleaning process is contaminated, and though it may be reused for a time, it will not maintain its strength in storage.
3. DIPPING: For cleaning small parts or brass cartridges:
   1. Divide parts into 3 to 6 equal piles. (The dirtier the metal, the fewer the piles.) ARROW will clean about 4 or 5 piles of cartridges with average tarnish.
   2. Put one pile into a plastic or glass container and pour enough of the diluted cleaner in to just cover the pile.
   3. Soak brass for 15 to 30 seconds and check for cleanliness with a strainer or slotted spoon.
   4. If they are clean enough, remove and rinse in clear water. Note: The next batch of brass put into the solution will take longer to get clean. Let the metal tell you when to pull it by checking it periodically.
   5. Repeat the process until the solution doesn't clean the metal in 15 minutes of soaking.
   6. Rinsing the brass in hot water makes them dry faster. Discard used solution. Brass is ready to be reloaded or polished. To obtain a high shine, tumble in dry media or buff lightly with #0000 steel wool.

4. ARROW CLEANS INSIDE AND OUT, LEAVES NO RESIDUE, DOESN'T DAMAGE BRASS, IF DIRECTIONS FOLLOWED, AND WORKS FAST!
5. FOR PIECES TOO LARGE TO DIP: ARROW BRASS CLEANER may be applied with #0000 steel wool or final finish metal finishing cloth, a brush, or a cloth patch. Wipe onto item to be cleaned and rub gently, refreshing your applicator with solution periodically. When clean, wipe excess off with paper towel, and rinse with water. Rinsing may be accomplished by using a dampened paper towel. Note: When no more yellow appears on the towel, rinsing is complete. Allow to dry. Buff to shine with #0000 steel wool or synthetic equivalent if necessary.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

1. If the metal has been coated with a preservative (shellac, acrylic, lacquer, etc.) remove coating with mineral spirits, lacquer thinner, or other solvent BEFORE using ARROW BRASS CLEANER.

Preservation

2. To preserve the brass or copper, after cleaning, reapply shellac, periodically apply oil or a thin layer of good CARNAUBA WAX such as an automotive wax. Carnauba wax will not yellow or flake like the "clear coat" sprays and dips, and is excellent protection against tarnish and corrosion. For outdoor use consider Rustoleum brand or equivelant clear coat after drying for maximum sun and rain protection or where severe conditions exist.
3. Leaving items that have been dipped in their "frosty" looking condition will NOT change their performance, but WILL preserve them for an extended time.
4. Used solution that is becoming weak may be made more effective by warming it up. (Not scalding hot, but warm to the touch.)
6. See directions enclosed with Brass Cleaner or for TECHNICAL HELP, including MSDS:
   Call 1 603-425-2471 or e-mail help@shootersolutions.com
7. For additional online FAQ, such as figuring how strong it is, tips on preservation, etc. click here. To order scroll down and click on the picture or the words.

Now what? Prevention of Brass & Copper Tarnish

Once you have used Arrow Brass and Copper Cleaner, especially to a super bright and shiny finish per directions, to prevent Brass and Copper Tarnish, you must protect it from the air and oxygen. This is done with Wax (Like Automotive Carauba wax) or with a clear or laquer finish on top of the finished surface.