Larco Labor Saver Mat System - Manual

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Labor Saver Self-Adhesive Mat
System Installation Instructions
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The Larco Labor-Saver Self-Adhesive Mat System offers an alternative
mounting method in applications where traditional trim and extrusions may
not be acceptable. It can also reduce labor costs associated with drilling holes
and fastening trim. Two or more people are required for proper installation.
Once the backing of the self-adhesive tape has been removed, extreme care
should be used in placement of the safety mat.
Spray or wipe the surface where the mat is to be mounted with a cleaning solution that contains 50:50 mixture of isopropyl
alcohol (IPA) and water.
Wipe the surface with a clean, dry cloth or paper towel until the surface is dry.
It works best to use one cloth for cleaning and another cloth for drying. Cotton rags and heavy paper towels work most
efficiently. Change rags or towels often to avoid smearing or contaminating already clean surfaces.
Where heavy oils or greases are present, there may be a need to first cut the oil with a “degreasing” solvent. Always follow
this by cleaning with an IPA/water mixture to help ensure removal of any residue or film. Some plastics and paints may also
have additives that are low surface energy materials that can impede adhesion. These may require removal by abrading or
priming.
One way to assess cleanliness is that a surface prepared for Labor Saver Mat installation should be as clean as one being
prepared for painting.
Do not remove tape backing until instructed to do so!
DO
• Always clean any surface with a 50:50 IPA/water solution prior to
bonding with Larco Labor Saver Mats
• Clean heavily-oiled or greasy surfaces with degreasing solvent prior to
cleaning with IPA/water solution
• Make sure surface is dry before applying tape
• Change the cloth or towels frequently
• Abrade to remove heavy layers of dirt or oxidation
• Abrade to promote a faster bond or higher ultimate strength, if necessary
• Clean the surface with 50:50 IPA/water solution after abrading to remove
dirt, contaminants and abrasive particles
DO NOT
• Substitute other cleaners
for IPA/water solution without a
thorough evaluation
• Clean with denatured alcohol,
mineral spirits, naphtha or
other solvent products
• Use dirty rags for cleaning
• Abrade soft plastics, such
as polyefins
Surface Preparation
Mounting Surface Tips