Ranger Products RS-500 User manual

MODELS
RS-500
RS-750
Rev E
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIMS
When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the pur-
chaser upon receipt from the carrier. Consequently, claims
for the material damaged in shipment must be made by
the purchaser against the transportation company at the
time shipment is received.
BE SAFE
Ranger™ spray wash cabinets are designed and built with
safety in mind. However, proper training and thoughtful
operation on the part of the operator can increase your
overall safety. DO NOT operate or repair this equipment
without reading this manual and the important safety
instructions shown inside.
1645 Lemonwood Dr.
Santa Paula, CA. 93060, USA
Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.rangerproducts.com
Keep this operation manual near the
machine at all times. Make sure that
ALL USERS read this manual .
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION. BY PROCEEDING YOU AGREE THAT
YOU FULLY UNDERSTAND AND COMPREHEND THE FULL CONTENTS OF
THIS MANUAL. FORWARD THIS MANUAL TO ALL OPERATORS. FAILURE TO
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT AS DIRECTED MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
REV G 07/11/2013
P/N 5900121

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WARRANTY POLICY
Ranger Products™ are backed by over 40 years of
manufacturing experience. Every product bearing the
Ranger™ name is sold with the following warranty.
• Each Ranger Spray Wash Cabinet is warranted to
be free from defects in workmanship and material
for a period of five years on the cabinet structure;
one year on all operating components from the date
of shipment provided that a written claim for such
defect is made within that time.
• This warranty does not cover damage or defects
caused by carelessness of the operator, misuse,
abuse or abnormal use which in any way impairs
the proper functioning of the equipment or by the
use or addition of parts not manufactured by Ranger
Products™ or its suppliers.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY MADE IN LIEU OF
ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
If your Ranger Products™ is not functioning properly, call
your Ranger Products™ dealer immediately. On some
occasions, an independent contractor may be hired to
do the repairs. Within the warranty period, a customer
should not hire his own contractor unless it is authorized
in writing by Ranger Products™.
If it is necessary to return equipment for repairs, your
dealer will so advise you. When returning equipment for
repairs, see that machines are properly crated and pro-
tected, and prepay transportation.
Defective parts replaced at no charge must be returned
to your dealer or Ranger Products™ within 60 days of
the date that the replacement parts are shipped; other-
wise, you must pay for the replacement parts at the cur-
rent selling price.
LIMITED RETURNS /
EXCHANGE POLICY
BendPak / Ranger prides itself on a tradition of outstand-
ing customer care and support. Our devoted team of
account representatives understands that our customers
are the hallmark of our enduring partnerships.
Our limited return and exchange policy allows you to
return defective or incorrect merchandise for a full or
partial credit of your order. All returned merchandise
requires authorization. Contact our service representa-
tives first for shipping instructions and to obtain a return
authorization number. Credit will not be issued unless
authorization to return merchandise has been received.
For all merchandise returned to BendPak / Ranger for
reasons other than warranty, a 20% restocking fee and
round-trip shipping costs will be deducted from the credit
refund. All returned items must be in their original box
or crating and must include all packing material, manu-
als and all accessories. At our discretion, a restocking
fee may be charged if your product is opened or is not
returned in its original condition, box, or is missing pack-
ing material, manuals, or any accessories.
NO RETURNS, CREDITS OR
EXCHANGES FOR:
• Returned items that failed due to an accident, pur-
chaser’s abuse, neglect or failure to operate in
accordance with instructions provided in the owner’s
manual(s) supplied.
• Returned items that failed due to incorrect voltage or
improper wiring.
• Returned items that failed due to rain, excessive
humidity, corrosive environments or other contami-
nants.
• Any item damaged in shipment or any product failure
caused by installing or operating product under con-
ditions not in accordance with installation and opera-
tion guidelines or damaged by contact with tools or
surroundings.
• Returned items with cosmetic defects that do not
interfere with product functionality.
• Returned items with no accompanying RMA number
and completed RMA form.
• Returned items that are incomplete or defaced.
• Any consumable or standard wear items.
• Returned items with a different serial number from
what was authorized for return.
• Returned items that do not include your original
receipt, invoice or sales order.
• Returned items that were special ordered or custom
configured.
• Freight damaged items. If your shipment arrives
damaged you must note the damage on the car-
rier’s delivery record in accordance with the carrier’s
policy, save the merchandise in the original box and
packing it arrived in, and arrange for a carrier inspec-
tion of damaged merchandise.

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HOW TO RETURN PRODUCTS
Please contact BendPak / Ranger within 14 days of your
original shipment or warranty exchange for a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number before return-
ing your product to BendPak / Ranger.
For faster service, please have the following informa-
tion on hand when calling for an RMA number: customer
name, order or invoice number, item (SKU) number and
serial number (if exists) and the reason for the return.
In addition to the RMA number, a completed RMA form
must accompany each shipment of returned merchan-
dise.
No returns of any type will be accepted without an RMA
number and completed RMA form.
Returned items must be shipped via ground service only.
Do not return items by air unless authorized in writing.
For warranty related exchanges and/or returns, a
BendPak customer service representative will work
with you to arrange to have the item(s) returned via a
BendPak preferred carrier freight collect.
Products returned C.O.D. will be refused. Unauthorized
freight collect charges will be denied.
Once an item arrives at BendPak / Ranger, we will issue
a full or partial credit, exchange or refund within 15 days.
Additional time may be required depending on the nature
of the return.
Returns must be made within 15 days of the Return
Authorization being provided. Any incurred costs associ-
ated with damaged merchandise will be deducted from
credits owed. BendPak / Ranger is not responsible for
merchandise damaged in return shipment. We strongly
recommend you package the items carefully to ensure
safe passage. For non-warranty items, we suggest you
fully insure your return shipment in case of loss or dam-
age.
INSPECTION
Visual inspection should be made before each use of the
spray wash cabinet. This inspection should check for ab-
normal conditions such as cracked welds, and damaged,
loose or missing parts.
Any product that appears to be damaged in any way,
is found to be worn or operated abnormally, must be
removed from service immediately.
Any product that operates abnormally shall be removed
fromserviceuntilrepairedbyaqualiedrepairservice
center.
If the product is accidentally subjected to an abnormal
load or shock, it must be taken out of service immediately
andbeinspectedbyaqualiedrepairorservicecenter.
It is recommended that an annual inspection is performed
on the spray wash cabinet and that any damaged or worn
parts, decals or warning labels be replaced with manufac-
turer’sspeciedparts.
ALTERATIONS
Because of potential hazards associated with this type of
equipment, no alterations shall be made to the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
ALWAYS MAINTAIN A CLEAN WORK AREA. KEEP
VISITORS AND ESPECIALLY CHILDREN AWAY
FROM WORK AREA.
THIS SPRAY WASH CABINET IS TO BE OPER-
ATED BY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY.
OPERATION BY UNTRAINED PERSONNEL MAY
RESULT IN INJURY AND /OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
For Parts Or Service Contact:
Ranger Products
1645 Lemonwood Dr.
Santa Paula, CA. 93060
Tel: [phone]
Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363
Fax: [phone]
www.rangerproducts.com
THIS OPERATING MANUAL CONTAINS
IMPORTANT DETAILS CONCERNING THE
SAFE OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
THE USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THESE DETAILS BEFORE ANY USE OF THE
EQUIPMENT. THIS MANUAL MUST BE
RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
OWNER/OPERATOR
RESPONSIBILITY:
The owner and/or operator shall study the product in-
structions and retain them for future reference.
The owner and/or operator shall have an understanding
of the product operating instructions and warnings before
operating the spray wash cabinet.
Warning information shall be emphasized and under-
stood.IftheoperatorisnotuentinEnglish,theproduct
instructions and warnings shall be read to and discussed
with the operator in the operator’s native language by the
purchaser/ owner or his designee making sure that the
operator comprehends its contents.

PRECAUTIONS / DANGERS
Read this entire manual before attempting to install your
Ranger Products™ parts washer.
♦The heating elements and pump / motor can be
damaged if the water level drops too low. Check the
water level daily, which should be inside the filter
basket. Never allow the water level to get below the
filter basket. Clean the filter basket regularly so the
water can return to the holding tank.
♦Cleaning will be poor and the heating elements and
pump / motor may get damaged if the machine is not
cleaned according to instructions.
♦Your parts washer is made with mild steel and will
rust unless you use the correct detergent and follow
the correct start-up procedure. Make sure the brand
you are using is safe on mild steel and has an ade-
quate concentration of rust inhibitors. When install-
ing the unit, don’t fill the tank unless you have the
time needed to heat the water to 140-160F, add the
detergent, and run the wash cycle for at least one
(1) hour to coat the steel with rust inhibitor. Again,
read this entire manual before starting the installation
so that you know what is involved. (See “Chemical
Selection” on page 6)
♦Since laws and regulations are forever changing, and
since they often vary region to region, the remarks
in this section should only be construed as a general
guideline. It is your responsibility to research, under-
stand and follow the exact environmental regulations
of your region.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Protect your environment and protect your business from
fines by handling your dirt cleaning solution according to
federal, state, and local codes. According to federal
regulations, which states have to adopt as minimum
standards, the dirty cleaning solution in a spray washer
is generally not “hazardous waste”. To be considered a
hazardous waste by the U.S. Government, the solution
has to have one or more of the following four (4) charac-
teristics:
IGNITABILITY
A solid waste is a hazardous waste if it is a liquid and a
representative sample has a flash point less than 140F.
CORROSIVITY
A solid waste is a hazardous waste if it is an aqueous
solution and a representative sample have a pH less
than or equal to 2 or greater than or equal to 12.5.
REACTIVITY
A solid waste is a hazardous waste if a representative
sample reacts violently with water exposed to low pH solu-
tions.
EP TOXICITY
A solid waste is a hazardous waste if a representative
sample leaches heavy metals in concentration greater
than 100 times primary drinking standard concentrations.
The two characteristics that you have to be most con-
cerned about are CORROSIVITY and EP TOXICITY.
Ask your detergent supplier if the pH of your solution is
greater than 12.5 and if so, how it can be neutralized
with acid. To check for EP Toxicity, you would need to
have a sample tested by a laboratory.
Assuming that your solution is not hazardous, or that with
minor treatment (e.g., adding acid) the solution can be
made non-hazardous, the EPA does not require special
storage, documentation, transportation, and processing.
Since your solution will have oils, however, you will
probably not be able to dump the solution in the sewage
line (call your sewage treatment facility) and you cer-
tainly can’t dump the solution on the ground or in a storm
drain. As you will read in the Maintenance Section of this
manual, you can separate the oil and solid contaminants
from the solution so that the cleaning solution can last for
an indefinite period.
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DANGER!
Your machine uses HIGH VOLTAGE electricity.
Obtain the services of a qualified electrician for all
electrical work.
DANGER!
Do not use any petroleum base chemical or solvent,
or any flammable products in your parts washer.

CONTROLS / OPERATION
Your parts washer is designed to clean parts (removing
contaminants such as oil, grease, dirt, etc…) with a
recirculated detergent and water solution. The washer
cleans with a combination of mechanical force, heat
(160-180F), and the chemical action of the detergent.
In the automatic mode, you simply place your parts on
the inside rack, shut the door and turn the 0-60 minute
“Wash” timer to initiate the cycle. (ALWAYS MAKE
SURE THE DOOR IS LATCHED BEFORE STARTING
THE WASH CYCLE). During the automatic cycle, the
parts are sprayed from the top and side with the hot
solution. The solution is continuously filtered through the
removable filter basket and recirculated. Generally, any-
thing that can come off will come off within a 15-minute
cycle.
The electric heating elements are controlled with an
pre-set thermostat. The thermostat is pre-set to turn on
below 160F and turn off at 180F. Turn the heat breaker
to the “on” position to keep the machine hot. Allow 1 to 1
½ hours for the solution temperature to reach 160-180F.
During the course of the day, the heaters will automati-
cally come on when the thermostat senses a tempera-
ture significantly below its set point. (NOTE: If the heat-
up time is inconvenient, install an automatic 7 day / 24
hour timer next to the breaker switch on your wall.)
PARTS WASHER CONTROLS
♦0-60 MINUTE WASH TIMER: After latching the door,
set this timer for the length of the automatic wash
cycle. Do not open the door until the timer reaches
“0”.
♦THERMOSTAT: Pre-set to turn on below 160F and
turn off at 180F.
♦DOOR SAFETY SWITCH: Prevents the spray pump
(used in the automatic cycle) from coming on when
the door is open. This is a safety switch that is not to
be used for purposely stopping the wash cycle.
The water should be inside the filter basket. Never allow
the water level to get below the filter basket.. Check daily.
Do not use the washer until the solution has reached 160-
180F. Otherwise, foaming may occur.
INSTALLATION
LOCATION: Consider the factors below when choosing
a location:
♦The unit will generate some steam. Make sure this
steam will have no adverse affects in the surround-
ing area.
♦The process of removing wet parts from the machine
will inevitably result in some water or solution spill-
ing onto the floor. Consider traction mats around the
machine and avoid placing the machine next to a walk-
way.
♦Allow room for your utility connections and for ser-
vice.
♦Make sure the site is level.
ELECTRICAL HOOK-UP:Unless otherwise noted the
machine is wired for 1 phase 208 - 220 volt and must
be connected to a 50amp breaker. The wiring diagram
is either with this manual or inside the control box. After
the electrician connects power, he should check rotation
for all motors. Hopefully, the electrician can be present
for “start-up” in case a problem arises. The machine has
its own power cord packed inside the unit. Make sure
your electrician installs a suitable breaker / disconnect
box.
DRAIN CONNECTIONS:The unit has a 2” drain on the
side wall. The drain is an inch off the tank bottom.
WATER AVAILABILITY: You will be adding water to the
tank daily. Make sure you have access to a water hose.
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DANGER!
This machine utilizes high voltage. Have a certified
electrician do all electrical work. Always disconnect
power when opening an electric box.
CAUTION!
♦The vibration in route could have loosened one or
more wire connections. Before connecting power,
the electrician should check all screw connections
in the control and junction boxes.
♦The electrician must check rotation of all motors.
♦Don’t turn on the heaters until the tank is full.
However, to avoid rust; don’t fill the tank until you
are ready for “start-up”.

CHEMICAL SELECTION
Ranger Products does not warranty their product against
rust. Rust will occur if the wrong detergent is used, if the
start-up procedure is not followed, or if the machine is not
used on a regular basis (should oil build up on the inside).
Rust can occur if you use deionized water for rinsing.
Using the correct detergent is critical to the performance
and longevity of your parts washer. The detergent must
be formulated for a mild steel parts washer, meeting the
following criteria:
♦The detergent must have rust inhibiting agents to
protect the mild steel machine and your steel parts.
Once rusting starts, it can be hard to stop.
♦The detergent should be strong enough to remove
the contaminants, but not so strong that it attacks the
metal substrate.
♦The detergent should only leave an acceptable
amount of residue on the parts. For new parts in
particular, you may need a detergent that is “free
rinsing”.
♦To be used in a parts washer, the detergent needs to
be “low foaming”.
To insure the satisfaction of our customers, Ranger
Products has developed its own line of detergents and
additives.
The products we offer are:
Ranger™ Aluma-Klean
This product gives you the maximum amount of cleaning
power without being “caustic”. It is generally safe on all
metals but may tarnish brass and copper. It removes oils,
greases, and even light carbon deposits. It will generally
prevent rust on steel parts for 2-5 days. See page 19 for
more information.
START-UP PROCEDURE
When using your parts washer for the first time, follow the
steps below:
1. Open the door and unpack the bucket of soap, all the
small parts and any packing material there may be.
2. Make sure the electrical power to the machine is off.
3. Verify that your electrician checked the rotation of all
motors.
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CAUTION!
Ranger Products detergents are characterized as
“generally safe” on all metals. This is not an absolute
guarantee. If the parts are critical, it is the customer’s
responsibility to perform any and all metallurgical tests.
CAUTION!
♦Do not start this procedure until you have read
this manual in its entirety.
♦Do not fill the tank or start this procedure unless
you can spend the 1-2 hours necessary to heat
the water, add detergent, and run the wash cycle
for at least 1 hour. Otherwise, rust may occur.
♦Before turning on the electric power, make sure
the heat and wash timers are off. If the heating
elements go on when the tank is empty, they will
promptly burn out.
DANGER!
Disconnect tag and lock out power source
before attempting to install, service, relocate
or perform any maintenance.

4. Make sure the heat and wash timers are off.
5. Fill the tank so the water level reaches the inside
of the removable filter basket. The approximate
amounts of water the cabinets hold is 46 gallons.
6. Turn on electrical power to the machine.
7. Make sure the door switch prevents the spray pump
from coming on when the door is open. Open the
door, stand back, and turn on the spray pump. If it
comes on, do not use the machine. Call your dealer.
8. Turn on the heating element. You should hear the
electrical box engage the contact switch sending
power to the heating elements.
9. When the water temperature has reached at least
160F, add detergent following the detergent manu-
facturer’s directions.
10. Pour the detergent directly into the filter basket.
11. In the future, you may want to increase or decrease
the detergent concentration depending on the clean-
ing results.
12. Close and latch the door and run a fifteen-minute
wash cycle to mix the detergent in solution. During
the wash cycle, walk around the machine checking
for any leaks. When the wash cycle is over, open the
door.
At this point, you have checked every aspect of your
machine. Run at least 1 hour worth of wash cycles
to thoroughly coat the inside of your machine with the
rust inhibiting agents in the detergent. The more wash
time you run, the more the cabinet gets coated with rust
inhibitors.
IF YOU ENCOUNTERED ANY PROBLEMS DURING
START-UP, CALL YOUR RANGER PRODUCTS™
DEALER
For additional copies
or further information, contact:
Ranger Products
1645 Lemonwood Dr.,
Santa Paula, CA. 93060
1-805-933-9970
www.rangerproducts.com
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DANGER!
Do not use the unit if the door safety switch does
not stop the spray pump when the door is open.
Call for service.

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MAINTENANCE
Assign the responsibility for your parts washer to one
person to avoid abuse and neglect.
Daily:
♦Check the water level, which should be inside the
filter basket. Never allow the water level to get below
the filter basket.
♦Clean any spray nozzles that are clogged.
♦If any solution spilled onto the painted surfaces, wipe
it off with fresh water.
♦Clean out the removable filter basket.
♦Adjust the detergent concentration as needed.
♦By removing the oil and sludge contamination regu-
larly, you can greatly prolong the life of your cleaning
solution.
♦When the floating oil is between ¼” – ½” deep, or
when this oil starts to impede cleaning, skim it out of
the tank.
♦Do not allow the sludge accumulation in the tank to
exceed a 1” depth. Otherwise, the sludge build-up
could damage the heating elements and pump.
Depending on the application, some businesses have
to clean out the sludge weekly, while others can go
months before cleaning out the tank. Since you can’t
see the sludge, clean out the tank within the first week
of operation and develop an appropriate clean out
schedule.
Monthly:
♦Check all external hoses for leaks or weaknesses
and replace if necessary. Check hoses during a
wash cycle to see if a bubble forms in the hose lin-
ing.
♦Check all components making sure they are in good
operating condition.
♦DO NOT USE if any component is found damaged or
defective.
♦Visually inspect all wiring electrical components.
♦Remove sludge from the tank following the proce-
dures as outlined.
REMOVING SLUDGE FROM THE TANK
♦Disconnect power to the machine or make sure the
pump and heat timers are off.
♦Remove the work rack and filter basket.
♦Using the drain on the side, remove the water above
the sludge line and save it for reuse.
♦Scrape out the sludge through the filter basket open-
ing being careful not to hit the heating element. Open
the drain if this helps you remove any of the sludge.
Put the sludge in a drum and store it as hazardous
waste.
♦Replace the water content, correct the water level,
and replace all components.
♦If you have a problem with clogged nozzles you may
need to flush the spray pipes. Remove any pipe caps
and bottom spray nozzles and run a brief 30-60 second
wash cycle to flush out the sediment.
DANGER!
Disconnect tag and lock out power source
before attempting to install, service, relocate
or perform any maintenance.
CAUTION!
Running a longer wash cycle with spray nozzles
removed could damage the pump motor.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM PROBLEM / REMEDY
Nothing works-heat or pump • Breaker is off, no power to machine Check all control
fuses
Cleaning is poor • Wrong detergent, low detergent concentration or hard
water
• Clogged nozzles
• Solution is too dirty
• Solution is not hot (see below)
• Low output from pump (see below)
Solution won’t get hot • One or more heating elements are bad
• Bad relay or bad wire connections
• One of the switches is bad (timer or thermostat).
Pump motor comes on but is not pumping or has
little pressure • Water level is too low
• Pump is rotating backwards
• Pump is broken
• Solution is foaming
• Spray manifolds or filters clogged
Pump motor won’t go on • Pump motor has internal problems. Consult factory
• If overload stops motor, consult factory.
• Defective motor starter
• Defective wash timer
• Defective door limit switch
• Defective relay
Nozzles clogging frequently • Filter basket, tank, and/or spray manifolds need to be
cleaned more often
Solution is foaming • Wrong detergent. Not designed for a parts washer.
• Started wash cycle when solution was cold
• Concentration is too low. Add more detergent
• Water level is too low
• Add de-foamer
Getting rust inside cabinet • Wrong detergent. Remove rust and use detergent with
rust inhibitors
• Did not use machine enough in the first couple of days.
Remove rust, and change solution to two times the normal
detergent level. Run the pump continuously for 1-2 days
• Machine is used too infrequently
It take’s more then 1 to 1 ½ hours for the solution tem-
perature to reach 160-180F.
• One of the heater elements is broken.
• One of the thermostats are broken.

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WIRING DIAGRAM

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Spray-Wash Detergent
Removes Oil, Stains and Grease with Ease!
Ranger ALUMA-KLEAN Spray-Wash Detergent is a non-foaming, low P.H., mild-alkali, water soluble; powered
detergent especially formulated for high pressure cabinet type cleaners. Powerful cleaning action removes
grease, oil, baked on stains, carbon, protein and some paints. Should be used by experienced operators only.
Test wash all parts before using this product. Excessive contact, heat, or cleaning time may cause pitting or
blackening of some metals.
DIRECTIONS:
To prevent clogging of spray nozzles, pre-mix this product before adding to the washer. Add 2-4 ounces of Spay
Wash Detergent to one gallon of water. Add small amounts of pre-mixed detergent between batches to maintain
concentration. Rinse parts with clean water.
WARNING!
Keep out of reach of children. Store in cool dry place with package sealed tightly. Avoid unnecessary contact
and exposure. Contact may irritate, dry, or injure eyes, nose throat, or skin. For prolonged use, wear protective
goggles and gloves. In event of contact, flush immediately with water. If swallowed DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
Give large quantities of water. If available, use milk. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep airway clear. Seek
medical attention immediately.
VENTILATION:
Ventilation is recommended. Use ventilation or exhaust to maintain exposure below OSHA Threshold Limit
Value where applicable.
Aluma-Klean Soap Refill Form
Customer Information:
Company Name:
Contact Name:
Address:
Address:
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Order Information:
20 lb. bucket - $75
50 lb. bucket - $170
20 lb. Quantity:
50 lb. Quantity:
Total Price:
Submitting an Order: (via mail, fax, or phone)
Mail: Ranger Products, 1645 Lemonwood Dr., Santa Paula, CA 93060
Call: 1-805-933-9970
Fax: [phone]
Please allow 10 -14 days for shipment
Method of Payment: (circle one)
Check enclosed Call for credit card payment

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