Instructions / Assembly

The activator (chemical “C”) was not thoroughly rinsed off. Insure that you are thoroughly
rinsing ALL activator from the part before chroming, paying special attention to any areas
where the activator may have pooled up.
Not enough chroming chemical were applied. Sometimes, the chrome can look slightly yellow,
during the initial moments of chroming. Continue to apply the chroming chemicals until this
disappears, while at the same time, being careful to not OVER apply the chroming chemicals.
PROBLEM: The activator “beads up” on the surface of the base coat, and does not “sheet”
nicely over the surface.
CAUSE / SOLUTION:
After mixing the activator solution, allow the activator to sit for approximately one hour before
using, to insure it has reached full potency. Repeat the activator step, making sure you cover
all the areas to be chromed, and rinse thoroughly afterwards, making sure all the activator is
fully rinsed off.
PROBLEM: The ChromeFX deposit comes out blue or cloudy.
CAUSE / SOLUTION:
The chrome was over applied. Stop applying the silvering chemicals the moment the mirror
effect is achieved, and then rinse very thoroughly with the DI/Distilled Water.
The base coat may not be dry enough
The Activator may be too old and therefore should be changed
The de-ionized or distilled water has gone bad and therefore should be replaced
PROBLEM: The product surface will not accept the Basecoat.
CAUSE / SOLUTION:
Improperly mixed Basecoat:
Always mix your basecoat at a ratio of 4 to 1. basecoat/hardener.
Contamination of the product surface. Clean the product surface prior to base coating with a
streak free cleaner.
Apply the base coat in one light coat, followed by one heavy coat, or 2 medium coats, with