In the final part of our series about Corflex Operable Partitions, we will be discussing Installation & Maintenance. If you would like to know more about Standard Operable Partitions, you can read Part 1 HERE, you can learn about Glass Walls HERE in Part 2, and you can find out more about Corflex and why they should be your Operable Partition Supplier in Part 3 HERE.
Installation
Corflex Operable Partitions require precision installation and as such, we always recommend that it is done by a professional. We at KM Burgess offer experienced, qualified advice and installation. We will be there to assist you right from the planning phase, so that you can be assured that you have the structural support and space required to have an Operable Partition that operates smoothly and looks beautiful
Operation – Standard Operable Partitions & Glasswalls
Single Panel Partitions with Hinged Closure Panel
- Gently slide out 1st panel from stack bundle into main track (Fig. 1)
- Gently push panel to far end opposite to stack (Fig. 2)
- Place operating handle into trail end of panel & turn half revolution to lock top & bottom mechanical seals (Fig. 3)
- Repeat steps 1-3 with remaining panels
- When all panels are in line across room and seals are locked, swing hinged closure panel to closed position in line with all panels (Fig. 4)
- To stack folding partition, reverse above steps from 5 to 1
Single Panel Partitions with Lever Closure Panel
- Gently slide 1st panel from stack bundle into main track (Fig. 1)
- Gently push panel to far end opposite to stack (Fig. 2)
- Place operating handle into trail end of panel and turn half revolution to lock top & bottom mechanical seals (Fig. 3)
- Repeat steps 1-3 with remaining panels
- If the partition includes a pass-through door with a top mechanical seal, the seal must be activated both on the inside jamb of the pass-through door as well as on the edge of the panel
- When all panels ate in line across room and seals are locked, gently slide out lever closure panel from stack to main track
- Gently push lever closure panel against last panel
- Place operating handle into trail end of panel and turn half revolution to lock top & bottom mechanical seals
- Place operating handle into opening on face of panel and turn to expand nose against wall to seal folding partition (Fig. 4)
- To stack folding partition, reverse above steps from 8 to 1
Paired Panel Partitions with Hinged Closure Panel
- Gently slide out 1st pair of panels from stacking bundle into main track (Fig. 1)
- Open pair of panels to it’s flat position in line with track (Fig. 2)
- Gently push panels to far end of opposite track
- Place operating handle into trail end of panel and turn half revolution to lock top & bottom mechanical seals (Fig. 3). We recommend that the handle be placed in the 3 o’clock position to start when operating the seals
- Repeat steps 1-4 with remaining panels
- When all the panels are in line across room and seals are locked, swing hinged closure panel to closed position in line with all panels (Fig. 4)
- To stack folding partition, reverse above steps from 5 to 1
NOTE: Do Not Fold Panels Before Retracting The Seals
Paired Panel Partitions with Lever Closure Panel
- Gently slide out 1st pair of panels from stack bundle into main track (Fig. 1)
- Open pair of panels to it’s flat position in line with track (Fig. 2)
- Gently push pair of panels to far end opposite to stack
- Place operating handle into trail end of panel and turn half revolution to lock top & bottom mechanical seals (Fig. 3). We recommend that the handle be placed in the 3 o’clock position to start when operating the seals
- Repeat steps 1-4 with remaining panels
- When all panels are in line across room and seals are locked, gently slide out lever closure panel from stack to main track
- Gently push lever closure panel against last panel
- Place operating handle into end of panel and turn half revolution to lock top & bottom mechanical seals
- Place operating handle into opening on face of panel and turn to expand nose against wall to seal folding partition (Fig. 4)
- To stack folding partition, reverse above steps from 9 to 1
NOTE: Do Not Fold Panels Before Retracting The Seals
Maintenance & Cleaning – Standard Operable Partitions
Maintenance
After installation, the Standard Folding Partitions require very little maintenance.
- Should some roughness develop in the supporting track when moving the panels, wipe off the inside of the bottom lips of the track on both levels with a rag. When clean, apply a small quantity of light grease to these lips at intervals across the full opening and stacking area.
- If it is necessary to clean the fabric, use warm water and soap, with a soft scrubbing brush. Avoid chemical cleaners or strong detergents
*See below for detailed cleaning instructions. - Should replacement parts be required, or for other information, contact KM Burgess Agencies at 306-721-5700 or via email at info@kmburgess.com
NOTE: It is recommended that the panels are only used by authorized or trained users.
Cleaning
These instructions will serve as a guide to normal cleaning maintenance. Always use the mildest cleaning method first before using chemical cleaners.
Fabric: Depending on the extent of the soilage, use traditional methods, i.e., washing, wiping, vacuuming. If promptly treated, most indelible stains can be removed using undiluted chlorine bleach (Clorox) or selected cleaning agents with no damaging effects.
Vinyl: Stains should be removed as quickly as possible to eliminate any possible reaction between the staining agent and the wall covering. Time is especially important for removing materials containing colors or solvents, such as ballpoint ink, lipstick, oil and some food-stuffs. If soilants remain on the wallcovering too long, permanent discoloration may develop.
NOTE: When using rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, turpentine, household bleach, or kerosene, first test the solution on some inconspicuous portion of the vinyl to be sure that there will not be any adverse effect on print, color, or gloss. When drying always use a blotting action rather than a rubbing motion. NEVER MIX CLEANING AGENTS TOGETHER – VIOLENT REACTIONS MAY OCCUR.
Vinyl wall coverings should not be sprayed with wax or other protective coating. Such application would only tend to discolor the material, and in any case, would offer little protection.
Day-to-day Soil: Ordinary dirt and smudges can be removed with a mild soap, warm water, and if necessary, a hard bristle brush to remove dirt from crevices of deeply textured patterns. Clean from bottom of wall upward. Rinse thoroughly with clean water from the top down using a sponge. Deeply embossed wall coverings need extra attention in case suds or loosened dirt lodge in depressed surfaces. Dry vinyl with a soft, white, lint-free cloth or towel. For more difficult stains that are only surface deep, the use of a stronger detergent is recommended, however, the manufacturer’s instructions should be followed carefully.
NOT recommended for cleaning are steel wool or powdered abrasives because they mar the surface, leaving an unsightly appearance. DO NOT use active solvent cleaning preparations, such as nail polish remover, tar and bug remover, etc., because they can remove print and/or finish from the wall covering.
STAINS:
Ballpoint Ink: Remove immediately using a cloth dampened in rubbing alcohol
Chewing Gum, Grease: Scrape off as much as possible and go over lightly with cleaning naphtha to remove remainder. (Chewing gum will come off more easily if rubbed with an ice cube) Rinse with clear water.
Pencil, Crayon: Scrape off excess crayon and erase pencil marks. Clean remaining stains with rubbing alcohol.
Paint or Enamel: Remove immediately with sponge or cloth dampened with turpentine, kerosene, cleaning naphtha, or water as directed by paint can label. Wash with mild soap and water. Rinse with clear water.
Lacquer, Shellac: Remove immediately with dry cloth, taking care not to spread stain. Clean quickly with rubbing alcohol or perchlorethylene (Technical Grade). Rinse with clear water.
Tar or Asphalt: Remove immediately using a cloth dampened with kerosene or cleaning naphtha. Rub gently from outside edge of stain to centre to prevent stain from spreading. Rinse with clear water
Blood, Urine: Remove quickly using a strong soap solution.
Maintenance & Cleaning – Operable Glass Walls
After installation, acoustical Glass Walls require very little maintenance.
- Should some roughness develop in the supporting track when moving the panels, wipe off the inside of the bottom lips of the track on both levels with a rag. When clean, apply a small quantity of light grease to these lips at intervals across the full opening and stacking area.
Operate the panels across the opening to evenly distribute the grease along the track. - If it is necessary to clean aluminum mouldings, use warm water and soap, with a soft scrubbing brush
Tempered glass shall always be cleaned with a foaming glass cleaner and wiped with a dry cleaning rag. Liquid products should be avoided because they have a tendancy to splash and leak on glass. These products may also be harmful to metallic surfaces surrounding the glass panel. Avoid chemical cleaners or strong detergents. - Should replacement parts be required, or for other information, contact KM Burgess Agencies at 306-721-5700 or via email at info@kmburgess.com