TM 5-5430-212-13&PNOTEUse all of the mixed adhesive within the times shown in Table 3-4.Table 3-4. Shelf Life of Mixed AdhesiveTemperature41°F (5°C)59°F (15°C)77°F (25°C)Use All Material25 minutes20 minutes10 minutesWithin14.Using one of the brushes (Item 8, Table 3-3) or the plastic applicator (Item 11, Table 3-3), apply one evencoat of adhesive to the roughened surface of the tank and the prepared patch. The coat of adhesive shouldbe approximately 10 mil. (0.025 cm) thick.15.Let adhesive set until tacky (approximately 5 to 10 minutes). Test by lightly touching one knuckle intoadhesive. Lift slowly. When knuckle lifts fabric briefly, and no adhesive is left on knuckle, it is tacky.16.Once adhesive is tacky, bring ends of patch together (adhesive side out), and position center of patch ontocenter of hole (Fig. 3-3).FIGURE 3-3. APPLYING PATCH17.Smooth down patch with edge of hand, one end at a time, so as to avoid any air bubbles.18.Use a roller, or equivalent, to firmly roll down the entire patch, from center of patch out toward edges toprevent formation of air bubbles.19.If a second patch is being applied, proceed with step 20, below; otherwise proceed to step 22.NOTEMaximum shelf life of mixed adhesive is given in Table 3-4. If second patch is to beapplied, ensure that it is done within this time limit. Repair will not succeed ifmixed adhesive sits too long.3-7Change 4
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