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2.29.
ANTI-ABRASION PROVISION REPAIR – continued
2.29.6. Installation
NOTE
To install Teflon coating, perform steps a. thru e.
To install tape, perform steps f. and g.
a. Before applying Teflon coating, abrade surface. Use cloth (item 48, App F).
b. Clean abraded surface (para 1.47).
c. Apply a thin coat of primer to surface. Use epoxy primer coating kit (item 78, App F). Allow primer to air dry
1 HOUR minimum.
d. Apply layers of Teflon coating to a maximum thickness of 10 MILS (TM 55-1500-345-23). Allow 20
MINUTES between coats. Use coating kit (item 60, App F).
e. Allow coating to air dry 12 HOURS at 65 F (18.3 C) minimum temperature.
NOTE
It may be necessary to apply primer before applying tape.
f. Apply tape to surface of helicopter. Use tape (item 208, App F).
CAUTION
To prevent damage to helicopter, do not cut tape against structure.
g. Trim tape to required length.
h. Inspect (QA).
END OF TASK
