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Dri-Eaz Products, Inc.
Rescue Mat System
Owner’s Manual
The Rescue Mat System uses the power of the Dri-Eaz DriForce
®
high pressure blower to
deliver effective drying to the full depth of water damaged wood floors and floor
substrate. Two different mat sizes make it easy to custom fit your Rescue Mat System to
any floor layout.
R E A D A N D S A V E T H E S E I N S T R U C T I O N S
INTRODUCTION
The Dri-Eaz Rescue Mat System is used along with the
Dri-Eaz DriForce high pressure blower to deliver effective
drying to the full depth of water damaged wood floors, even to
the substrate. The system utilizes sturdy, self-sealing mats and
the Dri-Force (purchased separately) to draw evaporated
moisture from deep inside the material to the surface, replacing
it with drier air. Ideal for spot drying, the Rescue Mat System is
durable and easy to use, and works fast to restore wood floors
to a dry standard.
USE AND OPERATION
1. Before installing the Rescue Mats, remove any visible
liquid from the floor surface, using a truckmount or
portable extraction equipment.
2. Attach the extractor hose to one or several mats to focus
liquid water removal on a zone of wood flooring. Run
extractor and mats long enough to be sure all subsurface
water from that section has been extracted. Repeat
process on all water affected zones of the flooring.
CAUTION:
Make sure all liquid water is removed before
installing the mats and operating the DriForce. Liquid water
drawn in to the DriForce may cause irreparable damage to the
motor and void the DriForce unit’s warranty.
3. Arrange the mats on top of the floor over the affected area
as show in Fig. 1. For best results, orient each panel so that
the longer edge crosses the greatest number of boards at a
right angle. The mats are self-sealing, so there’s no need to
tape them down. If the floor is too uneven for the mat to
maintain a strong vacuum seal, secure the mat edges with
removable painter’s tape.
4. Attach the DriForce’s suction flange to the mats using the
hoses and T-connectors as shown in Fig. 1. Start the
DriForce and check for leaks at hose connections and along
the mat edges. Adjust as necessary.
WARNING
Trip hazard.
The edges of the mats are raised. Place Rescue
Mat System out of traffic area or re-route foot traffic to avoid
creating a hazard.
MAINTENANCE
DAILY
To ensure maximum air delivery remove hose from intake of
DriForce unit and remove any lint or dust that has
accumulated.
AFTER EACH USE
Routine cleaning of the Rescue Mat System can help prevent
cross-contamination between jobs. Clean mats by wiping
gently with a soft, damp cloth or chamois. Use pure soap or
detergent and lukewarm water. Contact Dri-Eaz for any further
maintenance questions.
Tips
•
Each DriForce blower may be used with up to a maximum of
three mats. When greater coverage is required, use
additional DriForce blowers and mats.
•
For optimum results, create a “Push-Pull” extraction system
with Rescue Mat System and AirWolf (F228) and WolfPack
System (F243), purchased separately. See Fig. 2 for
information about how to set up a Push-Pull system.
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The Rescue Mat System is designed only for water removal
restoration of wood floors. If you are in doubt about the
suitability of a particular wood floor for restoration, consult
with a wood floor professional.
•
To maximize vacuum efficiency, avoid sharp bends in the
vacuum hose and keep hose runs as short as possible.
•
Due to the many differences in construction of wood floors,
wood species, installation methods, and degree of wetness,
adjust the recommended mat system placement as needed.
•
Effective wood floor restoration requires very dry air. See the
Dri-Eaz line of LGR dehumidifiers.
•
For fast, thorough drying inside walls, cabinets and other
cavities, use DriForce InterAir Drying System (F211).
Contact your Dri-Eaz distributor or visitmore information.