SMART VENT Pour-in-Place Vinyl Bucks - Manual

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MATErIAl rEVIEW & MAINTENANCE INSTrUCTIONS
Objective:
When we set out to design our flood vent products, a comprehensive study was
conducted to determine the most important design attributes that would be needed to
insure that our customers received the best product available. Because our company
started on the shores of the East Coast of New Jersey, everyone placed durability as
their number one concern.
Durability:
After extensive research, including review of many less expensive materials, we
choose to make the bulk of the components for our vents from stainless steel. Salt
will pit stainless steel unless it is rinsed with water. We recommend that the vent be
washed with fresh water twice a year. Any red rust or minor surface pitting can be
removed with “commercial de-rusting solutions.”.
The mechanism that operates the automatic louvers on models 1540-510, 1540-
511, 1540-514 and 1540-550 is also entirely made from stainless steel, and water
rinsing will reduce corrosion and dirt build-up. Prior to final inspection and testing,
the louver mechanism is lubricated with a dry film lubricant. This over the counter
lubricant should be applied at minimum one time per year, or when needed. Rinse the
louver mechanism, let dry, then spray all of the moving parts. Note: Wet lubricants or
grease will allow dirt and sand to accumulate on the moving parts. Use only dry film
lubricants.
The bi-metal coil is made from highly engineered materials. The composite contains a
large portion of Nickel and the finished coil is secondarily heat-treated, which forms a
protective barrier to protect it from the elements. A squirt of dry film lubricant into the
coil chamber during maintenance will extend its life.
The floats are manufactured from engineered plastics. An ultra-violet inhibitor was
blended into the raw material before molding to insure that the sun does not degrade
the functional or dimensional characteristics of the material. Insert a thin blade or a
credit card into each side of the vent door’s float slot, and the door will easily push
open. Rinse the float cavity, then apply a small amount of dry film lubricant on the
float, where it contacts the frame.
Like any product, the care one gives will determine its life. We have used the best
American materials, along with the best engineering and manufacturing professionals
to build our products. With just a little care, your vents will function carefree for
many years.
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