REFINISHING PROCEDURES

TB 9-289

h. Alternate methods such as trace gas testing or variations on the 12 hour pressure retention test may be submitted

for review to:

Commander

U.S. Army Tank-automotive & Armaments Command

AMSTA-IM-OEM

Warren, MI 48397-5000

7. REFINISHING PROCEDURES

WARNING

UNUSABLE CARC PAINT

Unusable CARC Paint mixtures may be considered hazardous waste and require

disposal in accordance with Federal, State, DOD and DA hazardous waste

regulations. Consult the installation environmental office for proper disposal

guidance. Mixed CARC paint has a flashpoint of approximately 38 F (3 C) due to

the incorporation of solvents and is highly flammable.

HEATING CARC PAINT

Heating cured CARC paint above 400F (204 C) may cause medical injury. Do not

heat CARC paint in excess of 400 F (204 C)

CARC PAINT PROTECTION

Use impervious gloves (not cloth) when mixing or applying CARC paint. Avoid

skin contact and vapor inhalation

NOTE

Container interiors/exteriors will not be completely stripped and repainted for

cosmetic reasons, except for FMS customers. Mask all decals prior to initiation of

the following procedures.

a. Prime and paint interior and exterior metal surfaces of containers that have had finish removed during cleaning or

repair. Apply CARC paint in both spot painting and total refinishing.

b. Clean method I or III in accordance with TT-C490.

c. Treat (pretreatment) per Type I or III of TT-C490.