Use and Care Manual
TECHNICAL DATA SRT-10
STOPS RUST
PRIMER SPRAYS
Form: CS2209
Rev.: 030413
1
.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Rust-Oleum
®
Stops Rust
®
Primer aerosols provide a
sound base for application of Stops Rust
®
enamels on
heavily rusted steel. Use of primers promotes topcoat
adhesion and helps prevent chipping, cracking and
peeling and eliminates the need for multiple coats of
enamel finish. It features a comfort tip with a wider finger
pad to reduce fatigue caused by continuous spraying and
the any-angle tip which allows you to spray at any angle.
Not for use on galvanized steel.
7769 Rusty Metal Primer is designed for heavily rusted
surfaces only. 7780 Clean Metal Primer is designed for
lightly rusted, bare metal, or previously painted surfaces.
Auto Primers, 2067, 2081, and 2089 are fast drying and
sandable for bare or lightly rusted surfaces. Auto Primers
can be used under auto touch-up paints but a test area is
recommended for compatibility.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU (12 ounce sprays) Description
7769830 Rusty Metal Primer
7780830 Clean Metal Primer
2067830 Flat Red Auto Primer
2081830 Flat Light Gray Auto Primer
2089830 Flat Dark Gray Auto Primer
..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.
Do not apply to surfaces, when heated, exceed 200°F
(93°C). Do not apply to galvanized steel. Avoid spraying in
very windy and dusty conditions. Cover surrounding area
to protect from spray mist.
PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Remove all dirt, grease, oil, salt and chemical
contaminants by washing the surface with a commercial
detergent, or other suitable cleaning method. Rinse with
fresh water and allow to thoroughly dry. Remove loose
paint and rust with a wire brush or sandpaper. Previously
coated surfaces must be sound and in good condition.
Smooth, hard, or glossy finishes should be scarified by
sanding to create a surface profile. WARNING! If you
scrape, sand or remove old paint from any surface, you
may release lead paint 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.epa.gov/lead.
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 upright 10-16" from surface and spray in a
steady back-and-forth motion, slightly overlapping each
stroke. Keep the can the same distance from the surface.
Keep the can in motion while spraying. Apply two or more
light coats a few minutes apart to avoid drips and runs. 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 touch in 15-30 minutes and dries to handle in 1-2
hours. Apply a topcoat or recoat within 1 hour or after 48
hours.
CLEAN-UP
Wipe off tip before storing. 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.