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(g) Apply a second coat of adhesive
(item 18, table 2-11) to buffed areas of patch and cell
innerliner and allow to dry until tacky. Adhesive can
become tacky within 2 to 4 minutes, depending on
ambient temperature and humidity. Perform knuckle
test.
NOTE
If
adhesive
dry
times
are
exceeded, reapplication of one
coat of adhesive may be done
only once (total of three coats). If
dry
time
is
again
exceeded,
remove adhesive from applied
area using, acetone and/or buffing
with
emery
cloth
(120
grit
minimum).
(h) If necessary to restore tack of the
cemented surfaces, use a piece of cheesecloth (item 16,
table 2-11) dampened with acetone (item 3, table 2-11)
and lightly wipe over cemented areas. Allow solvent to
evaporate 10 to 20 seconds or until cemented areas
become "tacky." Wear gloves (item 4, table 2-11).
(i) While adhesive is still tacky, apply
patch to cemented area of the cell innerliner, centering
patch over hole. With a one-inch, or smaller roller (item
20, table 2-11), roll the patch to the cemented area and
roll it down a 1/2 inch to 1 inch across at a time so as
not to trap air between patch and innerliner.
(j) For a hole penetrating the entire cell
wall, follow steps (a) through (g) above for application of
an external patch, except use fabric (item 25, table 2-
11) patch material.
(k) Place a 10 to 25 pound force by
damping (C-damp (item 21, table 2-11) and two pieces
of wood (item 22, table 2-11)), shot bag (item 23, table
2-11), etc., if practical on repair. Polyethylene, waxed
paper (item 24, table 2-11) should be placed between
the patch and force applying device to prevent sticking
of the force applying device to the repair.
(I)
Allow repair to remain undisturbed
for at least 8 hours. The fuel cell should not be returned
to service for 24 hours after a cold patch has been
applied, which is the time required for the adhesive to
become fully cured, at a temperature between 60 °
F to
80°
F.
(m) Visually
inspect
repair
for
workmanship, no loose edges, no voids and adhesive
fully cured. If there is a defect in repair, recement per
above procedure.
(7)
Repair/Reattachment
of
Internal
and
External
Support
Hangers/Loops.
Repair
or
reattachment
of
internal
and
external
support
hangers/loops shall be performed as follows:
WARNING
Acetone and repair adhesives are
flammable and toxic. Keep away
from heat, sparks and open flame.
Wear safety glasses, gloves and
protective clothing to prevent
contact. Wear a NIOSH approved
air-purifying respirator for organic
vapors
and
work
in
a
well
ventilated area. If contact occurs,
flush areas with water and get
medical attention. If ingestion
occurs get medical attention at
once.
(a) Clean all bonding surfaces using a
piece of dean cheesecloth (item 16, table 2-11)
dampened with acetone (item 3, table 2-11). Wear
gloves (item 4, table 2-11).
(b) Lightly hand buff surfaces to be
bonded with emery cloth (120 grit) (item 17, table 2-11).
(c) Clean buffed areas using a piece of
dean cheesecloth (item 16, table 2-11) dampened with
acetone (item 3, table 2-11). Wear gloves (item 4, table
2-11). Allow cleaned areas to dry.
WARNING Repair adhesive is flammable and should be
kept away from any ignition source.
NOTE
Adhesive materials should be kept
tightly
sealed
in
individual
containers in a cool, dry place.
(d) Refer to paragraph c(1)(e) for
mixing instructions.
(e) Apply one coat of adhesive (item
18, table 2-11) to buffed surface of hanger and buffed
area of cell, allow to dry 20-60 minutes.
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