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MAINTENANCE MANUAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION TO CARE & MAINTENANCE ............................................. 4

PROTECTING YOUR SURFACE .................................................................. 5

GROOMING OF INFILLED TURF ................................................................. 8

CLEANING AND STAIN REMOVAL ........................................................... 11

FIELD MARKINGS, LOGOS & PAINT ....................................................... 15

LOAD LIMITS ............................................................................................ 18

SNOW & ICE MANAGEMENT .................................................................. 19

WATERING SYTNTHETIC TURF SURFACES ............................................ 21

EVENTS & SHOWS ................................................................................... 21

MINOR REPAIRS ..................................................................................... 22

MAINTENANCE OF REMOVABLE SURFACES ........................................ 24

BEST PRACTICE – INFILL ....................................................................... 28

APPENDIX: FIELD MAINTENANCE USE .................................................. 30

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Page 1: ...Maintenance Manual Play More ...

Page 2: ...ided as part of the document allows for quick access to the variety of subject matter covered within the document The various matters are grouped together under headings to facilitate better comprehension of the subject matter Our hope is that the information provided will educate and provide important insight that will assist you in making informed decisions The Care and Maintenance Manual provid...

Page 3: ...NTS INTRODUCTION TO CARE MAINTENANCE 4 PROTECTING YOUR SURFACE 5 GROOMING OF INFILLED TURF 8 CLEANING AND STAIN REMOVAL 11 FIELD MARKINGS LOGOS PAINT 15 LOAD LIMITS 18 SNOW ICE MANAGEMENT 19 WATERING SYTNTHETIC TURF SURFACES 21 EVENTS SHOWS 21 MINOR REPAIRS 22 MAINTENANCE OF REMOVABLE SURFACES 24 BEST PRACTICE INFILL 28 APPENDIX FIELD MAINTENANCE USE 30 ...

Page 4: ...at the people who are responsible for field maintenance are thoroughly familiar with its contents and refer to it regularly The contents in this manual represent the most current information regarding suggested procedures for the proper care and maintenance of Act Global Synthetic Surfaces All information has been presented in good faith and is believed to be accurate Act Global makes no represent...

Page 5: ...ring is beneficial to cleanse the synthetic surface Listed below are the suggested precautionary maintenance practices Keep trash and litter containers on site Route fields access traffic in such a way to minimize mud dirt tracking on the field Set up drinks for athletes during practice breaks off the synthetic surface if possible Enforce a smoke free environment and discourage the use of chewing ...

Page 6: ...rips over the field to finish the operation Any sweeper that weighs more than 300 lbs should have pneumatic tires with a maximum tire pressure of 35 pounds per square inch psi Do not park vehicles on the turf especially in the heat of the day or leave vehicles on wet turf for long periods of time Exhaust Fumes For indoor use we recommend either electric or propane The type of fuel or power used by...

Page 7: ... carrying food or drink onto your Act Global sports surfacing system Observe load limits for static and rolling loads espe cially when surface is wet Repair minor damage promptly Follow suggested care and maintenance procedures Contact your local Act Global representative for as sistance with repairs renovation work or any further technical details Don t DO NOT ABUSE YOUR ACT GLOBAL SPORTS SURFACI...

Page 8: ...sistent footing and ball bounce throughout the surface 2 Maximum aesthetic appeal 3 Lengthened life expectancy Frequencies In general the frequency will be related to the intensity of use however excessive brushing can cause fiber damage which over time will compromise the field s performance characteristics and longevity See mainte nance schedule on following page MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY LOG Keep a ...

Page 9: ...y used areas weekly weekly weekly daily Keep fibres in the optimum upright position Total surface brushing every 2 weeks every 2 weeks weekly weekly Keep surface in perfect condition Leaves twigs moss weed removal weekly weekly weekly weekly Avoid pollution and beginning compaction Seams inspection monthly monthly monthly monthly Avoid field damage by faulty seams Specialist maintenance or as need...

Page 10: ...pplication of a disinfectant to treat for bacteria if the original infill will be processed and cleaned Use special equipment that combines mechanical brushing suction and an infill return system to remove surface debris and embedded contaminants COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE Comprehensive maintenance may include the use of spe cialty maintenance equipment by trained professionals Depending upon the s...

Page 11: ...stem Nylon Fibers Cleaning agents are grouped into two sets one of which can be used in liberal amounts directly on the turf sur face and the second of which should only be applied by rubbing a cloth soaked in the cleaner in order to mini mize penetration of possibly harmful agents below the turf fibers REMOVAL OF Foreign Objects Contaminants Chewing gum can best be re moved by using either ice or...

Page 12: ...ethylene Dry Cleaning solution Blot with absorbent towels Mineral spirits or a grease spot remover will also work In general cleaners in this category should qualify as suitable for use on nylon car pets This will be effective with stains listed below Chewing gum is a common hazard and can be removed by freezing Spray with refrigerant aerosol and scrape to remove residue Aerosol packs of refrigera...

Page 13: ...cuumed up Procedure for Removing Stains and Other Blemishes Cleaning agents are grouped into two sets one of which can be used in liberal amounts directly on the turf sur face and the second of which should only be applied by rubbing a cloth soaked in the cleaner in order to mini mize penetration of possibly harmful agents below the turf fibers In the first group of cleaners which generally can be...

Page 14: ...austic detergent cleaners pH above 9 high acid clean ers pH below 5 on any Act Global surface as they can cause damage or discoloration to its components Important Reminder When trying any type of cleaning solution on your surface always try it on a scrap piece of turf or a small area on the outside of the field not a highly visible area Let the cleaner sit for a day to make certain that it doesn ...

Page 15: ...se need to be changed In marking do not apply paint too heavily Light applications give good visibility and adequate life and are less abrasive than excessive layers of caked on paint Dry Markings Temporary markings can be applied by using the same chalk dust used for natural turf fields In some uses the chalk dust is slurred with water for wet application Chalk dust markings however tend to be pi...

Page 16: ...ove excess paint existing on field Test application procedure before going on the field Use a scrap of turf fastened to asphalt plywood or use a corner of the field Use no more paint than absolutely necessary Keep on hand and readily available 8 solution of am monia to clean up spills before they solidify Directions for preparing this ammonia solution are given later in the section that covers pai...

Page 17: ...ua ammonia is a strong chemical Follow the seller s instruction for handling including eye protection avoid ing skin contact etc Ammonia is very corrosive to copper alloys do not use brass nozzles or fittings For mixing use galvanized watering cans and a sprayer tank at all times Procedures Hose down the painted area with water until the surface is saturated Using a sprayer or a watering can apply...

Page 18: ...ogen gas in numerous closed cells Over extended periods of excessive compression some of the nitrogen can diffuse through the cell walls resulting in a marginal loss of volume The cell walls themselves are not affected unless the overload is severe enough to cause separation or rupture As a general rule no long term static load of more than 3 psi 300 lbs sq ft nor any transient rolling load of mor...

Page 19: ...up the oth er accompanied by the truck 4 Clean off remaining snow with a mechanical broom Snow Plows Snow that is wet and sticky may be more easily pushed off the field by using a snow blade with a 4 to 6 inch wide rubber tip mounted on a Jeep or light tractor If such a blade is used extreme care should be taken to avoid dig ging into the surface The best blade setting is one that barely kisses th...

Page 20: ...ment or damage the surface The only ice melter found to date that is safe inexpensive and non corrosive is fertilizer grade urea When a surface has been subjected to a freezing rain or is heavily frost coated thawing can be hastened by broadcast application of prilled fertilizer grade urea The spread rate will be determined in some measure by the amount of ice present but 100 pounds per 3000 squar...

Page 21: ...ywood do a good job of load spreading provided the load is not applied too near the edges of each panel Polyethylene film should be laid over the turf under the load spreaders to avoid staining or spoilage of the turf Any chairs placed directly on the playing field surface should be inspected to be sure that the tips of the legs couldn t damage the turf Metal chair legs should be protected with ru...

Page 22: ...s not covered by Act Global warranties The above mentioned three categories all fall under this list ing of non designed uses MINOR REPAIRS TO ACT GLOBAL SURFACES Your playing surface has been carefully engineered to provide many years of service In the case of vandalism or unusual abuse limit your maintenance staff to perform ing minor repair For more serious problems consult your local Act Globa...

Page 23: ...Trowel a small amount of adhesive from an adhe sive bottle on to the seaming tape Avoid excessive adhesive to reduce the possibility of bleed through or bleed out 7 Spread the adhesive with a trowel and trowel so that the entire fabric is coated lightly and evenly 8 Press the fabric into the adhesive bed uniformly 9 Weight down the area and allow to cure at least 24 hours 10 For in filled systems ...

Page 24: ...rk with a Certified Installer of Act Global to perform the initial installation All future installations and the procedures for aligning the surface will be determined during this initial installa tion Once the surface is aligned and subsequently laid to cover the entire playing surface A Certified Act Global Installation Crew will trim the perimeter of the playing surface to ensure a professional...

Page 25: ...ing surfaces entrance All equipment should be off the playing surface area prior to starting this procedure 5 All green ad panel blanks should be removed as the rolls are placed into there final position The green ad panels can then be stored until the surfaces use is complete and then reinserted for storage again 6 Each seam as it is attached should be checked for a professional fit to ensure pro...

Page 26: ...t If not rolled straight the edges will not line up and this will cause potential damage during storage 6 Carefully remove the rolled up panel from the floor using a forklift with a carpet boom and place into its storage position It is important to not stack rolls during storage as this will create echo ripples and make the surface unsafe for play 7 For more information on Storage refer to the sec...

Page 27: ...perform professionally under proper conditions The effectiveness of their materials design and construction is demonstrated by the long life of fields under heavy use in many applications Use it and take care of it Don t Do not abuse your Act Global removable surfacing system with Use of the surface for anything other then its intend ed use at time of purchase Vehicle traffic Storing the surface i...

Page 28: ... the infill into synthetic turf sports field surface cause the grass zone fibers to become electrostatically charged This static charge impedes the process of impregnating the infill into the grass zone fiber The static charge will dissipate over time with use and rain The break in period concludes once the infill fiber has settled and compacted within the grass zone fiber Narrative The break in p...

Page 29: ...00 hours of use FOLLOW UP PERFORMANCE ADJUSTMENT Once the Break In Period has concluded it will be neces sary to involve the user groups and various constituents to determine what if any adjustments need to be made The various sports might have differing opinions of the remediation or enhanced firmness that is required It will be necessary at this point for a representative from the facility and A...

Page 30: ...e Spot remover 6 A mixture of white distilled vinegar in an equal amount of water can be used to neutralize animal waste followed by thoroughly flushing with water 7 Use a 1 solution of hydrogen peroxide in water to treat fungus or mold spots 8 Sponge with acetone to remove nail polish 9 To remove oil paints blot immediately sponge with turpentine or paint remover apply sparingly blot with deterge...

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