Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA ATO-93
STAINLESS STEEL
Form: GDH-410
Rev.: 080514
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.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Rust-Oleum
®
Stainless Steel is an ultra hard, moisture resistant
metallic coating that is designed to replicate the look of stainless
steel. Stainless steel provides a smooth, washable surface that is
resistant to chemicals, nicks, chips and heat up to 250°F (121°C).
This product is suitable for use on interior and exterior automotive
trim and accessories.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU (11 ounce spray) Description
275299 Stainless Steel
..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 65% to ensure proper drying.
Not intended for continuous water submersion or for
surfaces that, when heated, exceed 250°F (121°C).
Priming is not recommended. Avoid spraying in very windy
and dusty conditions. Cover surrounding area to protect
from spray mist.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Wash the surface with a commercial detergent, or other
suitable cleaning method. Rinse with fresh water and let
dry. Remove loose paint and rust with a wire brush or
sandpaper. Lightly sand glossy surfaces.
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.) .
APPLICATION
Shake can vigorously for one minute after the mixing ball
begins to rattle. If mixing ball fails to rattle DO NOT
STRIKE CAN. Contact Rust-Oleum. Shake often during
use. Hold can 12-16" from surface and spray in a steady
back-and-forth motion, slightly overlapping each stroke.
Keep the can the same distance from the surface and in
motion while spraying. Apply 2 or more light coats a few
minutes apart. Do not use near open flame.
DRY & RECOAT
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F (21°C) and 50%
relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures.
Dries to the touch in 2-4 hours, to handle in 5-9 hours and
is fully dry in 24 hours. May recoat within ½ hour or after 1
week.
CLEAN-UP
Wipe off tip when finished. Clean up wet paint with xylene
or mineral spirits. Properly discard empty container. Do
not burn or place in home trash compactor.
CLOGGING
If the valve clogs, twist and pull off spray tip and rinse in a
solvent such as mineral spirits. Do not insert any object
into can valve opening.