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EcofloorTM Installation Guide

EcofloorTM  Installation Guide

EcofloorTM Installation Guide

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Ecofloor provides thermal insulation and sound control for residential and commercial buildings. For support, contact Eco Insulation at 0800 400 326 or visit their website.
Storage and Safety
Store Ecofloor under cover and protect it from moisture, dirt, and dust. While protective clothing is not essential, safety glasses are recommended, especially for retrofit installations.
Pre-Installation Checks
Ensure installation areas are clean, framing moisture content is 20% or less, exterior cladding is weather-tight, and all electrical wiring is marked with hazard stickers.
Required Tools
Tools needed include a tape measure, craft knife, protective clothing, electrical hazard stickers, headlamp, and safety glasses.
Installation Process
  • Opening the Pack: Split the plastic wrapping lengthwise to allow the insulation to expand.
  • Cutting to Size: Use a strong craft knife, over-measure by 20-25mm, and allow up to 75mm of fold without thermal loss.
  • Fitting to Framing: Ensure a friction fit with no gaps, and fit around double joists and pipes with specified gaps.
  • Wiring: Fit Ecofloor above electrical lines and use warning stickers. Avoid crushing power lines and do not use staples.
Completion
Remove unused materials, clean the site, and leave a label on the access door. An installation certificate will be issued upon completion.
Standards and Recommendations
Install according to manufacturer instructions and NZS 4246 standards. Eco Insulation provides trained installers through IAONZ.
Contact Information
Eco Insulation Ltd, PO Box 305470, Triton Plaza, Albany, Auckland. Phone: 09 477 0270, Email: [email protected]
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EcofloorTM  Installation Guide-1

Ecofloor™ Installation Guide Ecofloor provides thermal insulation and added sound control by reducing reverberant noise when applied to the under-floor of residential and commercial buildings. Ecofloor — Customer support For additional information on Ecofleece insulation installation, call toll free 0800 400 326 Store Ecofloor insulation: Under cover Protect from moisture dirt and dust if opened Ecofloor - Safety When working with Ecofloor insulation protective clothing and equipment is not essential but is recommended, particularly in retrofit installations. Protective glasses are required. Ecofloor — Before installation check Areas where Ecofloor insulation is to be fitted are clean and free of dust and wood chips - a group vapour barrier may be required. Framing has a moisture content of 20% or less. Exterior cladding is weather tight. All electric wiring has been marked with electric hazard stickers. The Ecofleece insulation is as specified.

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EcofloorTM  Installation Guide-2

Ecof loor - Tools The following tools required to install Ecofloor insulation: Tape measure. Craft knife. Light weight overalls / protective clothing. Electrical hazard stickers. Safety glasses. Ecofloor — Opening the pack Split the plastic wrapping lengthwise- and will expand on being released. Ecofloor insulation is compressed during packing Ecofloor - Cutting to size The best way to cut Ecofloor insulation lengthways is to use a strong craft knife or Tajima knife. On site, cutting should be kept to a minimum. Avoid cutting sheets of Ecofloor against the joists or bearess. Change the blade...

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EcofloorTM  Installation Guide-3

Ecofloor - Wiring Head Office Triton Plaza North Shore Auckland Showroom 7 Beatrice Tinsley Crescent North Shore Where possible Ecofloor should be fitted above the electrical wiring lines. Warning stickers are recommended at points where Ecofloor will cover the electrical wiring. Take care not to crush or damage power or phone lines. Don't use staples or mechanically fix Ecofloor. Remove all the unused materials and off-cuts from the site and leave the work area clean Leave a label fixed to the inside of the access door. Once fully completed an installation certificate will be issues. Ecofloor...

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