Larco Installation and Care of Larco Mats - Manual

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Lifting and Carrying the Mat
The proper way to handle the mat is to grasp the long edges and lift,
causing a slight bow down the length of the mat
FIGURE 1 . This method
prevents the mat from bending across its width, which could cause a kink
or bend in the internal electrode assembly. Place the mat cord on top of
the mat before transporting to avoid a trip hazard or cord damage.
If a mat is larger than 24” x 36” (610mm x 914mm), additional help is
recommended to lift, carry and position the mat. Dropping a mat on its
corner can damage the mat and its internal electrode beyond repair.
Proper Care of the Mat Cord
After the mat is in place, use care in routing the mat cord to prevent
damage to the insulation and/or the internal wires. Make sure cord
passage ways are free of burrs and sharp edges. If the mat cord exits
under trim, groove or notch the trim or mounting surface to prevent
pinching the cord when tightening trim
FIGURE 2.
Never make a cord splice at floor level where the presence of moisture
is a possibility. Moisture may migrate through the cord and into the mat
when watertight connections are not maintained.
Installation
The surface on which the mat will be placed should be level, smooth and
free of debris. The area must be swept thoroughly just prior to placement
of the mat. Irregularities in the mounting surface greater than 1/8” (3mm)
could affect mat performance and should be removed or filled prior to
installation.
MAT CORD PLACED HERE
TO AVOID TRIP HAZARD
AND DAMAGE TO THE CORD
PLACE HANDS HERE
WHEN LIFTING,
ALLOW MAT TO
BOW SLIGHTLY
Installation and Care
of Larco Mats
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2