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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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To maximize vacuum efficiency, avoid sharp bends in the vacuum hose and keep hose runs as short as possible.
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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.
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Effective wood floor restoration requires very dry air. See the
Dri-Eaz line of LGR dehumidifiers.
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For fast, thorough drying inside walls, cabinets and other cavities, use DriForce InterAir Drying System (F211).
Contact your Dri-Eaz distributor or visit www.Dri-Eaz.com
for more information.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
For any problems not listed below call the Dri-Eaz Service
Department at 800-932-3030.
Problem
Mats won’t seal
Cause
Gasket seal has been damaged
Floor is uneven or severely “cupped” or “crowned”
Solution
Check gasket seal for any damaged areas; repair with gasket seal tape included with system.
Seal Rescue Mat edges to floor using removable painter’s tape.
KIT SPECIFICATIONS
Kit no.
Large mat
Small mat
Vacuum hoses
Connector sleeves
Hose cuffs
T-connectors
Spare gasket material
Component Descriptions
Large mat: 46 × 30 in.
F286
4
2
3
2
6
5
1 roll
F287 F450
4 6
2
Small mat: 23 × 30 in.
Mat material: Clear PVC plastic. Mats are stackable for storage
Gasket material: 117 ft. roll of .375 ×.125 in. closed cell neoprene tape
Hose with cuffs: 7 ft. vacuum hose length with cuffs attached
Hose cuffs can be threaded on to hose ends
Connector sleeves: connect two hose lengths together at hose cuffs
T-connectors: Connects hoses in multiple configurations.
Rescue Mat Related Products
DriForce Base Unit (F211-BU)
Figure 2: Push-Pull Extraction System
Using AirWolf/Wolf Pack
WARRANTY
Warranty information is available from your dealer or at www.Dri-Eaz.com.
Warranty registration
Visit warranty.Dri-Eaz.com
to register your purchase.
Registration allows us to better assist you with using, maintaining or servicing your equipment, as well as to contact you in case we have important safety information concerning your Dri-Eaz product. If you determine service is required, have your equipment model, serial number and original proof of purchase available and call your distributor for assistance with obtaining a return material authorization (RMA).
CONTACT
Dri-Eaz Products, Inc.
15180 Josh Wilson Road
Burlington, WA 98233
Phone: 800-932-3030 Fax: 360-757-7950 www.dri-eaz.com
Figure 1: Typical Rescue Mat Setup
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