TM 5-5420-278-24&P0076 000076 00-2CAUTIONStack parts with sufficient ventilation to allow coating to completethe setting process. Coating may be damaged if parts are stackeddirectly on top of one another before coating has set.6.If stacking coated parts, use wooden blocks as spacers to assure sufficient space between parts.CAUTIONCoatings can stand full chemical and mechanical stress afterseven days of normal temperatures. Coating may be damaged ifexposed to stress before it is completely dry.NOTEOnce KS 55 has hardened, it cannot be removed and used forfurther application.7.Store parts in the open after 48 hours of temperatures 64–75°F (18–24°C).CAUTIONScrub tools and equipment after each use. Dipping equipment andtools in solution does not constitute sufficient cleaning.Insufficient cleaning may cause damage to equipment.8.Clean equipment and tools after each use with methychloroform (non-combustible).b. Repair of Damaged Roadway Cover.CAUTIONRepair damage to coating as quickly as possible. Damage tocoating may cause further damage to metal surface.1.Removing coating from damaged area with scrapers and steel brushes until coating arounddamaged area becomes adhesive.2.Clean damaged area until all coating is removed from metal.WARNINGWear leather gloves when mixing or coating KS 55. Skin irritationmay occur if procedure is performed without leather gloves.Ensure proper ventilation in workshops. Injury to personnel mayoccur if used in a confined area.Wash hands and wrists with skin protectant and rub with skinprotectant ointment before and after performing task. Skinirritation may occur if hands and wrists are not properly cleanedand protected.NOTEEnsure area to be coated is dry.Coat bridge in a temperature range of 64–75°F (18–24°C)Coat roadway within eight hours of cleaning. If the area showsany contamination, perform a follow-up treatment in compliancewith E 02 005 0803.Pre-heat the area to be coated to a temperature range of 68–77°F(20–25°C).To adapt the repaired spot to existing coating, apply a second coatof KS 55 to the wet first coat.3.Apply KS 55 with a brush to damaged area.4.Apply corundum mixture per task A, steps 3 through 5.5.Allow parts to dry and store in accordance with task A, steps 3 through 6.PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS (Contd)
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