EFCO Special Purpose Windows General Maintenance Instructions - Manual (Page 12)

General Service and Maintenance Manual
SECTION 4
Recommended Maintenance and Cleaning for Windows,
Curtainwall, Storefront, Entrance Doors, Terrace Doors, and
Sliding Glass Doors in a Coastal Environment
4.a. MONTHLY:
 Blow or vacuum all sand and salt residue from all sill tracks and/or weeps.
 Wash the exterior of the system, both glass and frame, with the same mild soap solution
mentioned previously in these instructions. Thoroughly spray rinse with a high volume of fresh
water. When cleaning, the use of foam sponges and soft bristle brushes are acceptable.
(Reference previous sections.)
4.b. PERIODICALLY:
 Care of Stainless Steel hardware
 Stainless Steel is rust resistant due to the alloy components of chrome and nickel.
 However regular care and maintenance is still required to ensure the longevity and
maintain the appearance of this material.
 Since the base material is a form of steel, surface staining can occur in aggressive
environmental condition.
 Wash surface regularly with warm, clean water and the same mild soap solution
previously mentioned. Follow this with a thorough rinse with a high volume of clean water.
The soap solution should only be used if surface deposits are visible.
 If any surface staining does occur, use only a stainless steel cleaner to remove the
staining per the manufacturers instructions.
 DO NOT use household cleansers, abrasive cleansers, or steel wool at any time to clean
the surface.
 Entrance door hardware can be lightly cleaned with the same mild soap solution as mentioned
earlier. Cleaning with air or wipe down method of moving parts should be done as needed
depending on level of contamination and use. See hardware manufactures cleaning and
maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubrication instructions for swing door hardware.
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