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PRODUCT
PREPARATION DIRECTIONS
SECTION 2-PPD
Overview:
Following the steps outlined below will provide a
surface that is well prepared and ready to accept X-otic
Colours Epoxee Primer. The colour of the X-otic
Colours Primer you apply will be determined by the
predominant basecoat color that you select. For
additional information on primer selection refer to
Primer Coat Application Directions, Section 3-PCD.
In our opinion, it is always best to remove existing
finishes to the bare substrate or O.E.M. primer. This
more extensive process will remove any questions
regarding the suitability of an existing finish to
accept primer.
Preparing the Object for Primer:
1. Remove all
contaminants such as grease, tar, and wax from surfaces
that are to be prepared for primer. Use only
suitable liquid cleaners. If you sand first, the
contaminants will move deeper into the surface to be
primed. Ask your jobber for their liquid cleaner
recommendation.
2. Evaluate the
condition of existing coatings.
a. If in
poor or failing condition, remove the existing finish to
the base substrate or O.E.M. primer.
b. An
O.E.M. finish in sound condition, uniform thickness, not
exceeding 7 to 8 mils can be prepared using 400 grit wet
or 320 dry sandpaper. We suggest wet sanding
throughout your project.
Note:
If other than an O.E.M. finish, we recommend stripping
to the bare substrate using liquid strippers, media
blasting, power tools, etc.
c. If bodywork or repairs
are required, complete your repairs. Use methods that
are suitable for a first class custom paint job.
Note:
It is imperative that you use quality plastic fillers
and glazes that require a hardener!
3.
Determine the composition of the object to be painted.
Prepare as recommended.
a. Bare
aluminum should be lightly sanded with 320 grit dry
sandpaper. After sanding, use a 3-M Red Scotch-Brite
Scuff Padâ over the entire surface and especially in
those areas that are difficult to sand. Solvent
wash the object using X-otic Colours Epoxee Reducer,
product number 54-100.
b.
Fiberglass, if new, will require an aggressive soap and
water washing with a stiff brush. Then, rinse and dry.
Follow by a solvent wash using X-otic Colours Epoxee
Reducer, product number 54-100. Finally, complete a
thorough sanding using 180 grit dry sandpaper. Leave no
shine. The entire object must be dull. Final wash with a
clean rinsing and non-film forming dish washing liquid.
Then rinse, and dry.
c. Bare
steel should be solvent cleaned using X-otic Colours
Epoxee Reducer product 54-100. Be certain all oil is
removed before sanding commences. D.A. sand using 80 to
180 grit sandpaper. Final wash with X-otic Colours
Epoxee Reducer.
d. Other
Metals: Perform adhesion test as outlined in (e-ii)
below.
e.
Plastics:
i. Epoxee primer will adhere to many new and
previously coated plastics that have been stripped bare.
An adhesion test, as outlined in step e. ii., should
first be performed. O.E.M. finish coated plastic parts
in good condition may be prepared in accordance with
step 2b above.
ii. An
adhesion test should be performed in an inconspicuous
location. Lightly sand with 400 grit wet/dry sandpaper.
Scuff with a 3-M Red Scotch-Brite Scuff Padâ. Rinse and
dry. Apply just enough Primer coats to fill sand
scratches. Allow to dry for a minimum of 24 hours
at 70°F. Use a penknife (or equivalent) to test for
adhesion by attempting to scrape off the primer. If the
primer readily flakes there is an adhesion problem.
Consult with your jobber or part manufacturer for their
primer recommendation.
Next Application Sequence:
Even if you believe your object is
clean, it is a good idea to wipe down the entire object
(except for plastic parts), using X-otic Colours Epoxee
Reducer, product number 54-100. Then, dry with lint free
absorbents before primer coats are applied.
You are now ready to apply X-otic
Colours Epoxee Primer Coats. Refer to Primer Coat
Application Directions, Section 3-PCD. Basecoat
colour will determine which of our primer colours you
will be using.
Important:
The entire object must be primed
with one uniform primer colour! Your jobber can assist
with the correct primer selection.
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