How to Guide

TECHNICAL DATA SRT-10
STOPS RUST
®
PRIMER SPRAYS
Form: GDH-714
Rev.: 030515
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.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Rust-Oleum
®
Stops Rust
®
Primer Sprays provide a sound
base for application of Stops Rust
®
enamels on heavily
rusted metal. 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.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU (12 ounce sprays) Description
7769830 Rusty Metal Primer
7780830 Clean Metal 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.
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.
PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION (cont.)
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.