The repair kit is conveniently and securely packed and shipped in a metal container and is available in quart or pint sizes.

Uses and Applications:

• Taping mechanical fasteners
• Filling perforations left by relocated utilities 
• Filling in scratches
• Repairing damaged surfaces

Repair Kit Includes:

• Gel coat putty
• 3 transparency sheets (release film)
• Plastic bags
• Mixing sticks
• MSDS & instruction sheets

Note: Kit does not include activator or liquid hardener. It is readily available at most hardware stores, automotive and marine supply shops.

Tools Required:

• Variable speed drill
• Countersink bits
• 1” putty knife
• Razor scraper knife
• Masking tape

Safety equipment: Arcoplast recommends the use of protective eyewear, gloves and dust mask.
For your safety and further instructions please carefully read the MSDS sheets included in with the gel coat kit.  Important: Do not mix or use the gel coat putty near open flames or hot elements.

1. Preparing  Arcoplast damaged surface:

The repair technique is the same for all Arcoplast gel-coated products and surfaces. Countersink screw heads and trim out nicks and gouges so as to provide a seat for the putty. (Ref. Panel A)

Measure and cut transparency sheets to a size one inch greater than the proposed area of application.

Clean the surface thoroughly with IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol).

2. Mixing the gel coat putty:

Estimate quantity of putty needed for repair.

Combine specified quantity of gel coat and liquid hardener. (Follow directions on mix ratio indicated on the liquid hardener).

Mix thoroughly.

Once the activator is added, the putty will harden in approximately 20 minutes.

Note: Room temperature and mass will influence work and cure time.

3. Application:

For minor repair of scratches, nicks and countersunk fasteners, fill plastic bag with required quantity of gel coat putty.

Cut the tip of the plastic bag as to create a nozzle dispenser.

Apply the putty to the cavities and gouges, fill and exceed the surface lightly and avoid air entrapment. (Ref. Panel B)

After the allowed curing time (approximately one hour), carefully remove the transparency film.
 
Any gel coat residue left on the surface can be carefully removed with a razor blade and cleaned with IPA.

4. Disposal of debris and waste:

Mix together any remaining or unnecessary gel coat putty and liquid hardener to create solid waste for disposal.

Important: Larger quantities of gel coat putty (especially in confined containers) will cure faster and are more susceptible to emitting heat and potentially igniting.  Do not dispose with flammable objects or into general waste containers.  It is recommended to dispose in a metal container and to ensure it is cooled off before disposing.

5. Storage of Arcoplast gel coat kit:

For future applications, store the excess gel coat putty and liquid hardener in its original container and in a safe area.
 
Recommended storage is at a room temperature of 70 degrees.

Shelf life is approximately 8 to 12 months.

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Assistance: For emergency assistance call Arcoplast, Inc. 888-736-2726