Maintenance
DesignStep/Helix Z3 Carpet
A proper preventive maintenance program is required to protect and prolong C/S DesignStep's appearance. The goal is to maximize long-term appearance retention. Vacuuming and spot cleaning should be performed by in-house custodial services.
Vacuuming
Proper vacuuming using effective equipment is one of the most important parts of a total preventive maintenance program. The accumulation of dirt and grit can lead to premature aging and fiber damage.
Vacuuming Frequencies
High traffic: Every full work day.
Medium traffic: Every other workday.
Low traffic: Once a week.
Spot Cleaning
It is critical that spots be removed on a daily basis. Choose a spot remover that is proven to leave minimal amounts of residue on the fiber of the carpet.
DuroMat
Daily Maintenance
Turn mat over and shake it vigorously to remove loose dirt - be careful not to pull on vinyl edge.
Place mat right side up on a clean dry surface.
Vacuum the top surface of mat and return it to service. Clean dirt from surrounding area.
Periodic Maintenance:
Perform Daily Maintenance (see above).
To remove stains or difficult to remove dirt, apply a household type detergent.
Clean mat using one of the following methods:
Water Spray Method:
Hang mat vertically (avoid sharp hooks)
Flush out embedded dirt using a high pressure washer.
Spray entire surface of mat working from top to bottom.
Allow mat to dry and return to service.
Extraction Cleaning Method:
Extract or wet vacuum with warm water, using a steam cleaning machine.
Allow mat to dry and return to service.
NOTE: Use of rotating or ocillating brushes may snag or tear the material.Mat & Grid Products
Never Wheel Heavy Loads Over the Grids.
Heavy loads wheeled over the units may bend and damage the units, contributing to their premature failure or creating a tripping hazard. "Heavy loads" include cars, boats, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
Clean the Recess.
Lift the grids, using the lifting key (supplied for Pedigrids), and clean the recess as frequently as necessary. This will prevent an excess build-up of dirt under the grids. Inspect the recess for cracks and uneven areas and repair if needed.
Clean the Carpet.
Vacuum unit daily, and shampoo carpet periodically with a light household-type carpet cleaner.
Replacement Inserts are Available.
Replacement inserts can be purchased to renew the appearance and function of your unit for a fraction of the cost of replacing the entire units. Call us at Muncy, PA at 570-546-5941, in Vista, CA at 619-744-0300 or Canada, at 905-274-6241.
Pedigrid Carpet Insert Replacement
Never Wheel Heavy Loads Over The Grids.
Heavy loads wheeled over units will bend and damage the rails and supports under the grid. Heavy loads include cars, boats, forklifts, etc.
Safety First.
Before you remove the unit(s) from the recess: ensure that the opening is either blocked off from pedestrian traffic, or is going to be safely traversable while you are proceeding with the carpet replacement.
You Will Need the Following Tools:
Utility knife, electric drill with 1/8" drill bit, hook-blade knife, vacuum cleaner, wiping rags and spray cleaner. We include the rivets. Be sure that we have provided enough . . . as we are usually left to guessing how many you need. There should be at least twice as many rivets as there are rails in the grid or grid sections.
Step 1
Drill out the pop rivets at both ends of the rails using an electric drill and 1/8" drill bit; then turn the grid(s) over and slide or pull the old carpet out.
Step 2
After the old carpet inserts have been removed there will be a fair amount of dirt in the rail, particularly in the recess that holds the insert. All dirt must be removed to ensure the proper fit of the new insert and it will make the installation of the carpet much easier.
NOTE: Removal of dirt in the recess may be difficult. We recommend that you use a hook-blade knife and draw it along the recess.
Step 3
You are now ready to insert the new carpet material. Simply slide the insert through from one end of the rail to the other. If you find that there is too much resistance, you should clean the rail again using the hook-blade knife.
Step 4
Vacuum the grid and thoroughly clean the recess into which the mat is to be installed.
Notes:
- When installing carpet, ALWAYS INSTALL IN ONE DIRECTION. (Carpet installed in opposite direction can create a striped or light/dark effect.) Be sure that adjacent grid sections also have their carpet installed in the same direction to avoid a light/dark block effect.
- ALLOW 1" TO 2" OF EXCESS INSERT AT THE ENDS OF EACH RAIL. You will trim this off AFTER you have secured both ends of the carpet with the rivets provided. This ensures uniform edges in the installed mat and saves you from "coming up short" on one end when you install the rivets.