REPAIR OF SNAGS, TEARS, AND PUNCTURES. (CONT)

TO 14P3-5-61

Section IV

b. Buff the damaged area lightly with fine crocus

cloth. Buffing will be confined to area to be patched.

WARNING

Perform all adhesive operations in a well ventilated

WARNING

area. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Avoid

repeated skin contact. Chemical goggles will be

Acetone is flammable and may affect skin. eyes and

worn. Keep adhesives away from spark, and flames.

respiratory tract. Use in a well ventilated area.

Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Chemical

goggles and neoprene gloves are required. Keep

d. Apply three thin coats of neoprene adhesive,

away from sparks and flames.

Specification MIL-A-5540, to damaged area and patch.

Each coat of adhesive shall be allowed one-half hour

drying time before applying next coat. Start bonding the

CAUTION

patch to the garment surface when last coat of adhesive

is tacky.

Buffing fabric beyond patch or tape area will damage

coverall fabric.

c. Clean the buffed surface with a cloth dampened

with acetone and allow to dry.

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