MOSQUITO SCREENSPRESCRIPTIONS FOR THE USER AND INSTALLER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 04

01 USEFUL INFORMATION FOR THE USER 05 1.1 SAFETY WARNINGS 05 1.2 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE 06 1.3 PREVENTIVE MEASURES 06 1.4 MAINTENANCE 06 1.5 INFORMATION FOR DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL OF THE MOSQUITO SCREEN 07

02 INFORMATION FOR THE PROFESSIONAL AND INSTALLER 07

2.1 PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION 07

03 INTENDED USE AND ENVIRONMENT OF USE 08

04 TECHNICAL DETAILS 08

4.1 TABLE OF MOSQUITO SCREEN MODELS 08

05 TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION 09

06 WARRANTY 09

6.1 LOAD HANDLING 09

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INTRODUCTION

This document is an integral part of the models of slid-ing, fixed, roll-up, side door, pleated, folding and exten-sible fixed mosquito screen. It is aimed at the user and the professional installer.

This document contains information relating to the safe use, handling, installation, maintenance and disposal of the mosquito screen. It also contains information re-quired to give presumption of conformity with the Eu-ropean Construction Products Directive and European Standard EN 13561:2004+A1:2008 with respect theaccompanying document.

Specific information for the installation of your mos-quito screen model can be found in the corresponding "Assembly Instructions" document available attached to this one at gimenezganga.com

This document together with the assembly instructions constitute a complete instruction manual and an essen-tial tool for proper use throughout the life cycle of your screen: installation, use, maintenance and disposal at the end of its useful life.

We strongly recommend that you download both doc-uments and keep them linked to your mosquito screen for future reference. The information they contain is an essential part of the product.

These models of mosquito screens are the result of a meticulous design process and have been subjected to strict final checks before being placed on the market.

No modifications should be made to its configuration or components without consulting GIMÉNEZ GANGA S.L.U or your authorized representative.

The repair, installation and first usage of our screen systems must be carried out in all cases without ex-ception by qualified professionals, taking into account these regulations as well as the "Assembly Instructions"specific to your mosquito screen model.

The installer is obliged to make a maintenance service available and to inform the purchaser of the mainte-nance operations and frequencies as per the intended use of the products, as well as the environment of use.

GIMÉNEZ GANGA S.L.U. is not responsible for any al-terations or modifications made to the product without their express permission and will not be liable for any damages that they may cause.

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01 USEFUL INFORMATION FOR THE USER

Ask your installer and/or manufacturer, to instructed you in the proper use, applica-tion and operation of the screen and its activation.

The repair, installation, and first use of our screen sys-tems should always be carried out, without exception, by qualified professionals, taking into account both the present regulations and the "Assembly Instructions" specific to your model of mosquito screen, available to-gether with this document at gimenezganga.com

When you have the mosquito screen serviced period-ically by a professional, make sure that the servicing includes checking the hardware and those elements subjected to friction during the operation of the mos-quito screen, such as meeting points between fixed and mobile elements, bushings, axle supports etc.

The installer is obliged to:

A. Make a maintenance service available.

B. Inform the purchaser of maintenance operations and frequencies as per the intended use of the product.

C. Inform the buyer of the model of the mosquito screen, its components and its characteristics as per the table of point 4.1.

Do not allow children to access and/or tamper with controls, automatism, installed motors or their compo-nents.

1.1 SAFETY WARNINGS

Make sure that the drive system is installed inside.

Make sure that during the opening and closing movement there are no obstacles in its path.

Do not place objects on the mosquito screen.

If in doubt, consult your supplier or request additional technical assistance at gimenezganga.com

In case of detecting a defect or malfunction in the oper-ation of the mosquito screen, inform your seller.

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Do not use oils or greases to lubricate the sliding chain links.

1.3 PREVENTIVE MEASURES

If safety devices such as locks or latches are fitted, make sure they are unlocked before starting any ma-noeuvre.

1.4 MAINTENANCE

Safety warning in cleaning operations at different levels.

Cleaning with ladders, scaffolds or other equipment to operate at different levels must be carried out by suita-ble personnel, adopting risk prevention measures that are proportional to the inherent danger and the conse-quences of its occurrence.

FAULT MODEL CAUSES SOLUTIONS

Mosquito screen blocked Folded Lateral Door Handle incorrectly positioned:badly joined sliding links.

Check handle installationor sliding chain links. Seek assistance.

Mosquito screen blockedin operation All

Displacement of profiles:an obstacle is blocking movement.

Removal of the obstacle.Seek assistance.

Falling or unhooking ofthe mosquito screen netting Rolling Malfunction or breakage

of the return spring. Seek assistance.

Malfunction ofopening or closing

FoldingSide door

Incorrect installation of the up-per guide: badly linked sliding links.

Check slide installation orlinks. Seek assistance.

1.2 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLES

Cleaning of the mosquito screen is essential to stop formation of mold caused by deposits of dust or other material. This can be done by vacuuming the dust or using a sponge or damp cloth using water, leaving the mosquito screen to dry after cleaning.

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1.5 INFORMATION FOR DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL OF THE MOSQUITO SCREEN

Information for disassembly and removal of the mosquito net at the end of its life cycle.

Disassembly of the mosquito screen must be carried out by suitable personnel. To do so, proceed to carry out the assembly process in reverse as per the correspond-ing document of "Assembly Instructions" available to-gether with the present one in gimenezganga.com

2.1 PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION

- Check that the condition of the product is suitable, verifying the absence of damage or apparent defects and that it is complete, including all its accessories and small parts.

- Check that the dimensions of the product and the measures of the installation location are compatible.

- Check that the load-bearing capacity of the wall or an-chorage surfaces are sufficient for the requirements of the installed mosquito screen.

The installer is obliged to make a maintenance service available and inform the buyer of the operations and recommended maintenance frequencies depending on the intended use of the product.

The repair, installation and initial commissioning of our screen systems must always be carried out, without ex-ception, by qualified professionals, taking into account these prescriptions, as well as the specific "Assembly Instructions" for the screen model, available together with this document in gimenezganga.com

These models of mosquito screens are the result of a meticulous design process and have undergone strict final checks before being put on the market. Changes to its configuration and components should not be made without consulting GIMÉNEZ GANGA S.L.U. or your au-thorized representative.

Information for the installation of each model of mos-quito screen can be found in the corresponding "Assem-bly Instructions" document available next to this one in gimenezganga.com

When the mosquito net is dismantled, it is mandatory to comply with the legislation in force regarding its dis-posal classifcation.

02 INFORMATION FOR THE PROFESSIONAL AND INSTALLER

The installer must ensure that the user has identified his or her model of mosquito screen as per the table be-low 4.1 of technical details and understands the mean-ing of its essential features. In addition, you must inform the user of the safe and correct use of the mosquito screen, including all relevant warnings.

In any case, the installer must ensure the compliance, functionality and compliance of the installed screen.

The installer is therefore responsible for detecting any anomaly in the final product. This responsibility does not excuse the agent in the supply chain who caused the anomaly and who is therefore ultimately liable for the damage caused.

The installer must inform the user of the model of mos-quito screen to be installed, as well as its key features. (See table 4.1)

Under no circumstances should the installation pro-gress in the event of anomalies or deficiencies in any of its components or installation conditions, in order to avoid situations that could represent safety risks for installers, users or the functionality of the installation itself.

If you have any questions, please contact your supplier or ask for additional technical assistance at gimenez-ganga.com

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41. TABLE OF MOSQUITO SCREEN MODELS

Our mosquito screens are designed to constitute or be part of the closing system of recesses in the building.

Installed in the building enclosure, they provide security by forming a material barrier against insects.

03 INTENDED USE AND ENVIRONMENT OF USE

04 TECHNICAL DETAILS

For each environment of use and intended use, the se-lection of the appropriate mosquito screen model, its drive system and each of the available features must take into account multiple factors. In this sense, the ad-vice of a professional can avoid starting errors.

MODEL FEATURES

SLIDING A mosquito screen system that slides along the lower profile of the sliding joinery, adaptable to the majority of aluminium sliding joinery available on the market.

FIXED Traditional fixed framed mosquito screen system, characterized by its simplicity, being simultane-ously practical and economic, with stainless steel supports for its installation

ROLLING Ideal mosquito screen system to cover any type of window, its easy rolling system allows its pro-tection during the winter and use in the warmest seasons.

SIDE DOOR System designed for door accesses where traffic is continuous and at the same time requires speed and convenience of opening.

FOLDING System designed for door accesses where traffic is continuous and at the same time requires speed and convenience of opening.

FOLDING One or two leaf screen system, ideal for areas of continuous passage on the ground floor or that have access to the garden.

EXTENSIBLE FIXEDSystem with the same features as the fixed mosquito screen. With the added bonus of being able to convert it into a self adjustable lengthwise mosquito screen by design and construction to fit the blind hole of any window.

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MOSQUITO SCREENS PRESCRIPTIONS FOR THE USER AND INSTALLER

GIMÉNEZ GANGA S.L.U. supplies its products in pack-aging conditions always aimed at preserving the integ-rity of the product and facilitating its transport, storage and handling without the need for extraordinary pre-cautions on the part of the client.

However, the owner of the product is at all times re-sponsible for taking the necessary measures in trans-port, storage, handling etc. to ensure the integrity of the product.

In any case, the installer must ensure the compliance, functionality and compliance of the installed screen.

The risks inherent in the transport, handling and in-stallation of the mosquito screen are those arising from situations and operations common to a multitude of trades in industry and construction, without, in this case, the product providing additional specific risks.

Therefore, depending on the circumstances that concur in each case, during transport, handling, assembly, in-stallation etc.

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06 RISK PREVENTION

The installer is therefore responsible for detecting any anomaly in the final product. This responsibility is in-dependent of the one faced by the entity in the supply chain that caused the anomaly, and who is therefore ul-timately liable for the damage caused.

Since GIMÉNEZ GANGA S.L.U. is not the installer of your products, we can not be held responsible for any dam-age that may have been caused after the circulation of our product.

- Always adopt appropriate prevention measures and systems to minimize the possibility of an accident.

- Use the appropriate protective systems and equip-ment to minimise the consequences of the accident,should it happen.

6.1 LOAD HANDLING

The handling and transport of loads is a specific prob-lem that can lead to accidents and injuries. Therefore, irrespective of other standards to be observed, the op-erator must follow the following basic preventive rules:

FIG. A: avoid excessive stresses and loads.

FIG. B: when the size of the load requires it, spread the load across several people.FIG. C1 and C2: hold the load with your arms as close to your body as possible.

FIG. C1, C2 and C3: Pay attention to the spine, poor posture during exertion can lead to spinal injuries. To take the load off the floor, bend your hip and knees. Keep your back straight.

A B C1 C2 C3

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