TM 10-8110-202-13 & P
NOTE
Under normal atmospheric conditions the cement will dry
in 2 to 3 minutes. Excessive humidity will require longer
drying time. Do not mix applicator brushes with different
cements.
5. Apply one coat of 3980 cement to entire buffed and cleaned area around hole. Allow cement
to dry.
6. Apply a second coat of 3980 cement to buffed and cleaned area.
7. Cut out three patches as follows:
a. Patch 1. Cut a patch from 42118 patch material that is 3 inches larger than the hole in
all directions.
b. Patch 2. Cut a patch from 42118 patch material that is 1/2 inch larger than patch 1 in
all directions.
c. Patch 3. Cut a third patch from 42146 patch material that is 1/2 inch larger than patch 2
in all directions.
8. Apply the three patches over interior of hole as follows:
a. Apply one coat of 3980 cement to one side of patch 1 and allow to dry.
b. Position and center patch 1 over hole with the cement side down.
c. Roll and stitch patch 1 thoroughly using a roller and stitcher.
d. Apply one coat of 3980 cement to top side of patch 1 and allow to dry.
e. Apply one coat of 3980 cement to one side of patch 2 and allow to dry.
f. Position and center patch 2 over patch 1 with the cement side down.
g. Roll and stitch patch 2 thoroughly using a roller and stitcher.
h. Apply one coat of 3980 cement to top side of patch 2 and allow to dry.
i. Apply one coat of 3980 cement to one side of patch 3 and allow to dry.
j. Position and center patch 3 over patch 2 with the cement side down.
k. Roll and stitch patch 3 thoroughly using a roller and stitcher.
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