Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA ATO-42
AUTOMOTIVE
AUTO BODY CLEAR
Form: GDH-30
Rev.: 040115
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.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Rust-Oleum
®
Auto Body Clear is a high quality clear finish and is
part of the ready to spray system (Primer, Basecoat, and Clear)
designed for all vehicle applications. Auto Body Clear is easy to
apply, dries quickly, and can be buffed to a brilliant finish. Auto
Body Clear has no recoat limitations so additional coats can be
applied at any time.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU 1-Quart) Description
253521 Metallic Clear
253522 Auto Body Clear
262178 Low VOC Auto Body Clear
..PRODUCT APPLICATION .
PAINTING CONDITIONS
Use outdoors or in a well ventilated area such as an open
garage. Use when temperature is between 50-90°F (10-
32°C) and humidity is below 85% to ensure proper drying.
Do not apply to surfaces, when heated, exceed 200°F
(93°C) such as mufflers and exhaust components.
SURFACE PREPARATION
If the Auto Body Clear finish is applied directly following
application of the base coat, no additional surface
preparation is necessary.
If the Auto Body Clear finish is applied over a previously
coated surface, clean the surface with a mild ammonia
based cleaner and warm water. Rinse and then dry with a
clean lint-free cloth. Remove loose paint, dirt and rust with
a wire brush or sandpaper. Wipe the entire area with Rust-
Oleum Wax & Tar Remover and a clean lint-free cloth to
remove any dirt, grease, wax etc. Scuff-sand and feather
edge the entire surface with 1,000 grit sandpaper, Scotch
Brite pad or equivalent. Repeat cleaning the surface with a
mild ammonia based cleaner and warm water. Rinse and
dry the surface with a clean lint-free cloth. Use a tack cloth
to remove any sanding dust or particles. Mask surrounding
areas to protect from overspray.
WARNING: If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you
may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO
LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS
BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN.
PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID
EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to
control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA
vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National
Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to
www.eps.gov/lead.
..PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
PRIMING
For maximum adhesion and corrosion resistance, the use
of Rust-Oleum 253499 Auto Body Primer or 262275 Low
VOC Auto Body Primer is recommended.
APPLICATION
Rust-Oleum Auto Body Clear is ready to use and does not
require any reducing, but can be thinned with Rust-Oleum
Acetone if desired. Auto Body Clear should be applied
after the Auto Body Paint has dried completely. Stir can
contents thoroughly before application. Strain with a fine
screen before pouring it into the spray gun cup. Set
conventional spray gun pressure to 30-40 psi. Apply 2-4
coats allowing 5-10 minutes of dry time between coats.
DRY & RECOAT
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F (21°C) and 50%
relative humidity. Dries to touch in 30 minutes and is fully
dry in 1 hour. Allow more time in cooler temperatures and
when 2-3 coats are applied.
CLEAN-UP
Clean tools and equipment immediately after use with
Rust-Oleum Acetone. Clean-up wet paint with Rust-Oleum
Acetone or xylene.