User Manual

How to Use

SURFACE INSPECTION AND PREPARATION

1. Remove heavy deposits of dirt, leaves, pine needles and other debris using a broom or

air blower. Any rocks or other large objects should also be removed.

2. Roof must be in good condition. Do not apply on pryable or brittle roofing. EPDM

surface must be free of standing water, ice, snow, oils or grease at time of application.

3. Inspect roof carefully for cracks in the surface. These will need to be repaired later (see

Coating Ready Cover Tape).

4. EPDM Cleaner/Activator is designed for use on rubber roofing surface only and may

damage other exterior parts of RV. It is highly recommended that you secure plastic

sheeting over entire sidewalls as well as front and rear end caps to protect them from

possible damage. If EPDM Cleaner/Activator contacts any surface other than roof, it

should be rinsed immediately.

Dicor Cleaner/Activator Application

1. DANGER: May cause severe irritation of the eyes and skin, gastrointestinal irritation,

nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May burn muost skin. Prolonged or repeated breathing

of vapor or spray mist may be harmful. Use a respirator for protection from vapor or

spray mist. Wear chemical resistant gloves, splash proof goggles and rubber overshoes.

Avoid eye and skin contact. Do not take internally. Wash thoroughly after handling and

before eating or smoking. Keep container closed when not in use.

2. EPDM Cleaner/Activator is a ready-to-use material. It can be applied using a Hudson-

type agricultural sprayer. Safety glasses with side shields and latex gloves are

recommended when transferring EPDM Cleaner/Activator from the shipping container

to the sprayer. Spray a fine mist that leaves roof damp. Adjust spray for weather

conditions if necessary. If EPDM Cleaner / Activator is running off roof, you have used

too much. If using a Hudson sprayer, adjust the spray nozzle to achieve a uniform spray

pattern with a 3 to 4 foot arc. Application rate is 125 sq. ft. per quart over new or

existing surfaces. Do not apply below 40 degrees F (4 degrees C).

3. Allow EPDM Cleaner/ Activator to stand a minimum of 15 minutes to wet out and react

with the EPDM surface. For best results, rinse with clean water using a minimum 2,000

psi pressure washer. Begin the power rinse at the lowest point on the roof and work

upwards, keeping the pressure washer tip within 12” of the EPDM surface. Once the

highest point on the roof is reached, work down again with a final rinse to remove

any excess dirt or debris from the roof. After cleaning, the roof should be “white” in

color, which is an indication that the surface has been chemically altered. Allow surfaces

to dry thoroughly prior to application of two coats of the Dicor Acrylic Coating

4. Clean equipment with water and biodegradable detergent. Purge the water from the

pump and hoses using Mineral Spirits prior to storing for any length of time.

Coating Ready Cover Tape

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How to Use SURFACE INSPECTION AND PREPARATION 1. Remove heavy deposits of dirt, leaves, pine needles and other debris using a broom or air blower. Any rocks or other large objects should also be removed. 2. Roof must be in good condition. Do not apply on pryable or brittle roofing. EPDM surface must be free of standing water, ice, snow, oils or grease at time of application. 3. Inspect roof carefully for cracks in the surface. These will need to be repaired later (see Coating Ready Cover Tape). 4.
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1. Roof must be cleaned with Cleaner/Activator prior to application of Coating Ready Cover Tape. 2. Any areas that are torn or cracked may now be repaired using the Coating Ready Cover Tape. 3. Peel off a few inches of the release liner and carefully position the Coating Ready Cover Tape before applying. Any attempt to reposition the tape after application will damage the material. 4. Apply pressure starting at the center of the tape and working towards the outside edges, removing any bubbles as you go.