Apco IMSystem General Instructions

Removal & Replacement of Inserts

Removing an Insert from the Holder

A Suction Cup Tool (SCT) is included with your order. It is provided to
remove a sign insert from its holder. Please keep the SCT for future use.
IM System/SignMatch inserts are retained within the holder and removed
in one of two ways:

1. PresLocks

PresLocks are round, plastic fasteners that are adhered to the back of
ADA (tactile/Braille) inserts and certain sizes of non-ADA, opaque
inserts and snap into receptacles within the plastic holder.
Removal
For the inserts, press the SCT firmly onto the sign insert, near to an
edge (Fig. 1) and pull the SCT outward.
Replacement
To replace the insert, position it flat into the holder and then press the
insert into the holder so that the PresLocks snap into the holder's
receptacles.

2. SnapLock

All ClearLens inserts and certain opaque inserts feature a 3-point or
4-point tab design that engages the insert to the holder. (Fig 2)
Removal
Press an APCO Suction Cup Tool (SCT) onto the insert, near the
top/middle. Gently flex the upper rail of the holder and pull the SCT
outward (Fig 3).
Replacement
Gently flex the upper rail of the holder, line up the bottom tabs of the
insert with the corresponding holder notches and then press the top
of the insert into the holder (Fig 4).

Replacing Damaged PresLocks

PresLocks may be damaged if the sign insert is not properly aligned with
the sign holder. Never force an insert, especially if it offers resistance.
Should the "prongs" become damaged, usually the three "prongs" can
be realigned. If not, the damaged PresLock may need to be replaced.
Several replacements are sent with each order. If you need more,
telephone and they will be supplied without charge.
Follow these steps:
1. Pry damaged PresLock from holder using sharp object
(Fig. 1)
2. Clean any adhesive residue from back of sign insert with isopropyl
alcohol.
3. Press new PresLock into holder (Fig. 2)
4. Peel paper backing from adhesive on PresLock (Fig. 3)
5. Replace insert into holder applying pressure to adhere PresLock to the
backside of the insert.
6. The adhesive will not achieve full strength for 1 hour.
APCO
388 Grant Street, SE, Atlanta, Georgia USA 30312-2227
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Paper Backing
PresLock
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