Larco Safety Mat Systems - Manual (Page 4)

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Installation, Use and
Maintenance Guide
a. Required Tools
Below is a list of typical tools and their uses in the installation of safety mat systems. Your installation may not require the use
of every tool shown, as certain options available from the ATEK would eliminate the need for some on-site operations. For
example, aluminum trim kits typically used to anchor the mats in place can be fabricated on site from stock length extrusions
or can be purchased from ATEK completely machined and ready to install.
tool use
For All Installations
Razor knife Trimming away vinyl edges of mats IF instructed to do so
Wire stripper Stripping wire insulation to make electrical connections
Shop vacuum or broom Cleaning the safety mat mounting surface
Ohm meter Testing the safety mats if shipping damage is suspected
Personal protective wear Safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, etc.
For Screw and Anchor-type Installations with Aluminum Mounting Trim
Drill & drill bits Drilling anchor holes in the mounting surface
Phillips screw driver Fastening trim screws
Lightweight hammer Tapping screw anchors into pre-drilled holes
Aluminum saw Cutting cord exits in aluminum trim
Aluminum file Removing sharp edges around cord exits on aluminum trim
For Fabricating Aluminum Mounting Trim on the Job Site
Chop saw or miter box Cutting aluminum profiles to the correct size/shape
Drill & drill bits Drilling and countersinking screw holes in aluminum trim
Tape measure Measuring for correct profile dimensions prior to cutting
For Labor Saver Self-Adhesive Mat Mounting
50/50 solution of
Isopropyl alcohol & water Cleaning the mounting surface. Refer to mat cleaning instructions at
www.larco.com/resources
Clean rags Wiping the mounting surface