CCT CCT Drying & Post-Cleaning Procedures

Question 1

What is the recommended maximum drying time for carpet after hot water extraction cleaning under normal conditions?

Accepted Answer

6 to 12 hours

Answer

24 to 48 hours

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4 to 5 days

Answer

A minimum of 72 hours regardless of conditions

Question 2

Which piece of equipment is most effective for accelerating carpet drying time after hot water extraction?

Accepted Answer

An air mover or axial fan positioned across the carpet surface

Answer

A steam iron passed over the surface

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A standard shop vacuum run over the damp carpet

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A dehumidifier placed in the center of the room alone

Question 3

At what indoor relative humidity level does mold growth become a significant concern during the carpet drying phase?

Accepted Answer

Above 60% relative humidity

Answer

Above 20% relative humidity

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Above 40% relative humidity

Answer

Only above 80% relative humidity

Question 4

Why should customers be advised to avoid heavy foot traffic on freshly cleaned carpets?

Accepted Answer

To allow fibers to dry fully and prevent re-soiling from shoe contaminants being pressed into damp fibers

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To prevent the carpet from becoming overly clean and losing texture

Answer

Because wet carpet generates dangerous static electricity

Answer

To protect hardwood floors in adjacent areas only

Question 5

What is the function of a dehumidifier used alongside air movers during the carpet drying phase?

Accepted Answer

To remove evaporated moisture from the air before it can be reabsorbed into the carpet or building materials

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To apply supplemental heat directly to the carpet fibers

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To filter airborne allergens released during the cleaning process

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To reduce operational noise from the air movers

Question 6

How should a technician verify that a carpet is adequately dry before concluding a job?

Accepted Answer

By using a calibrated moisture meter to verify moisture levels in both the carpet fibers and the underlying pad

Answer

By visual inspection of the surface alone

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By feeling the carpet surface with bare hands for a few seconds

Answer

By waiting exactly 6 hours regardless of environmental conditions