After the installation and normal use of a movable partition, regular maintenance is important to ensure normal operation of the movable partition and to extend its service life. Here is a simple daily maintenance guide for movable partitions, it includes cleaning, inspection, maintenance and solutions to common problems:
Daily Cleaning and Maintenance
1. Panel cleaning
Before cleaning the panel, we first need to identify the panel material, different materials require different cleaners and methods. The following are commonly used materials and cleaning methods for operable wall panels.
- Glass/Metal Panel: Use a neutral cleaner and soft cloth to wipe, avoid corrosive solvents like strong acid and alcohol.
- Wooden panels: Wipe with a dry or slightly damp cloth, avoiding soaking, and wood-specific maintenance products can be used for regular cleaning.
- Fabric/Upholstery panels: Remove dust with a vacuum cleaner; lightly wipe with fabric cleaner for localized stains.
Cleaning frequency: At least 1 time per week, high use frequency area need to increase the cleaning frequency.
2. Aluminum Track and Pulley Cleaning
Use a vacuum cleaner or soft brush to remove dust and dirt from the track. For stubborn stains, use a neutral detergent and wipe. Then dry with a cloth.
Note: Avoid letting liquid get into the track to prevent rust.
3. Maintenance of Sealing Strips
Regularly wipe the sealing strips at the edge of the partition with a damp cloth to prevent dust accumulating and reducing the acoustic performance.
Check whether the rubber strip is aging or falling off, and replace it if necessary.
Regular Inspection and Adjustment
1. Aluminum Track Inspection
Check the aluminum track every month to make sure the track is level and avoid slanting to cause the movable wall sliding not smoothly. Check whether the track is deformed, loose or rusted, if there are any of the above problems, you need to tighten the screws in time or contact the professional maintenance person for the maintenance.
2. Roller and Transmission System
Check the roller and and transmission system every three months, and apply a small amount of silicone-based lubricant if the system is jammed or rattling.
Check whether the chain or gear drive system is out of oil, dd special lubricating grease if necessary.
3. Panel and Structural Solidity
Check whether the seams of the partition panel are aligned and whether the screws are loose,If screws are loose , the panel should be adjusted in time as well as the screws should be tightened.
Test whether the opening and closing of the movable partition is smooth, If there is too much resistance, we need to find out the reasons (such as blockages or pulley damage).
Lubrication and Maintenance
1. Lubricant Selection
Aluminum Track: Use colorless silicone-based lubricant to avoid adsorption of dust by oil-based lubricants
Roller / Hinge: Use special mechanical grease or liquid lubricant.
2. Lubrication Frequency
Lubricate the aluminum track and rollers every 3-6 months, shorten to 1-3 months for high frequency usage environment.
Common Problems and Solutions
1. Movable Partition Sliding Jam
Reason: Aluminum Track blockage, roller damage, or insufficient lubrication.
Solution: Clear the track, lubricate the rollers, and replace damaged parts.
2. Decrease in Acoustic Performance
Reason: Aging sealing strips or loose panel joints.
Solution: Replace the sealing strip and adjust the panel alignment.
3. Panel Scratches or Dents
Light scratches can be filled with the same color repair paste; deep damage needs to contact the manufacturer to repair or replace the panel.
Safety Precautions
1. Operation Standard
Use even force when opening and closing the partition. Avoid pushing or pulling too hard.
Do not overload the partition by hanging heavy objects on it.
2. Environmental Management
Keep indoor humidity between 40%-60% to prevent wood deformation or metal rust.
Avoid sharp objects from hitting the partition surface.
Annual Professional Maintenance
Hire professionals to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the movable partitions every year, including:
- Correcting track level
- In-depth maintenance of the drive system
- Testing structural solidity
