How to Guide

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ESCRIPTION: Black Jack® Plastic Roof Cement
i
s a pliable asphalt roof cement that
c
an be used on damp as well as dry surfaces. Plastic Roof Cement is ideal for many roof
repairs and for stopping roof leaks around vent pipes, spouts, valleys, skylights, gutters and
c
himneys. Use for the construction and repair of flashings, but not on rubber membranes or
EPDM roofing systems. It may also be used to seal cracks in exterior chimneys, walls, foun-
dation joints and for lining leaking gutters and troughs. Plastic Roof Cement is not paintable.
SURFACE PREPARATION: Remove dust, dirt and debris using a stiff brush or broom.
Remove crusted rust or scaling previous coating by scraping or wire brushing. On Asphalt
Roofs: R
eplace all dr
awn up nails with larger nails befo
re patching with Plastic Roof
Cement. On Concrete Roofs: for best results prime with an asphalt primer before patching
w
ith Plastic Roof Cement. On Metal Roofs: always re-nail loose laps with longer nails to stop
vibration.
APPLICATION: Apply with trowel or putty knife. To patch small holes or breaks, fill with
Plastic Roof Cement and smooth down edges. For patching larger holes and substantial
breaks or joints,
apply Plastic Roof Cement appro
ximately 1/4" thick, embed fiberglass or
p
olyester membrane into the plastic Roof Cement, and cover with another 1/4" layer of
Plastic Cement. Feather edge plastic cement around patch. During cold weather, keep this
mater
ial in a heated room bef
ore using for easy wor
kability. Do not thin.
COVERAGE RA
TE:
One gallon covers appro
ximately 7 square f
eet at 1/4" thickness.
CLEAN UP: Tools should be cleaned with paint thinner or miner
al spir
its
.
PRECAUTIONS: Protective clothing and eyewear should be used during application of
these products
. When tr
ansporting this product, ensure that lid is tight and pail secure and
upright. Do not allow pail to tumble as this may cause lid to loosen and leakage to occur. Do
not transport on passenger seats or inside the passenger compar
tment of an
y vehicle. Store
product in the cargo area of vehicle, and secure o
ver protectiv
e cloths to prevent damage
due to accidental spills. Do not store at temperatures above 100°F. This manufacturer also
disclaims liability for flat surface application where poor drainage or ponding water may pre-
vail. Do not reuse empty containers.
DANGER!: HARMFUL OR F
ATAL IF SWALLOWED.
CAUTION!: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
CAUTION!: COMBUSTIBLE
F
or e
xterior use only. Contains petroleum based products. Keep away from heat, sparks, and
open flame. Eye, skin and respiratory irritant. In case of contact with eyes, flush with plenty of
warm water. Persons with skin or respiratory sensitivity should not use product without sufficient
protection.
A
void prolonged breathing of vapor or spray mist. (NIOSH/MSHA TC 23C or equiva-
lent).
Use only with adequate v
entilation. In case of irregular or stopped breathing, administer
o
xygen and/or giv
e ar
tificial respir
ation.
Get medical attention immediately. Contact with skin
should be f
ollo
w
ed b
y w
ashing with soap and w
ater
.
If s
wallowed, do not induce vomiting. Call
ph
ysician immediately. Do not use in drinking water or food systems. Seal container when not in
use
.
When tr
anspor
ting product, be sure lid is tight and product is k
ept upright and secure.
CALIF. PROP. 65 • CHEMICAL WARNING (CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE
#25249.5 ET SEQ) Detectab
le amounts of some chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm may be found in various Gardner-Gibson,
Inc. petroleum based products and their vapors. Read and follow label directions and information
giv
en on Material Safety Data Sheets and use care when handling or using all petroleum prod-
ucts.
Gardner-Gibson, Inc. • P.O. Box 5449 • Tampa, Florida 33675-5449
Phone: [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.gardner-gibson.com
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PLASTIC ROOF CEMENT
Data Sheet
See MSDS for more info
V
OC = 250 g/l (2.1 lb./ gal) Maximum.
Asphalt CAS# 8052-42-4
Mineral Spirits CAS# 8052-41-3
C
la
y C
AS# 1332-58-7
C
ellulose fiber CAS# 65996-61-4
P
roduct is asbestos free
Patent Pending
6230
• Resistant to temperature changes
•
Use on wet or dry surfaces
• Stays soft & pliable
• Repairs flashings
Approx. Shipping Weights: (Note: All approx. weights include container.)
5 gallons (18.9L) 48 lbs.
55 gallons (208.2L) 521 lbs.
T
YPICAL PHYSICAL & PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITED WARRANTY: Gardner-Gibson, Inc. warrants that this product, when applied in
accordance with our written directions in applications recommended by us as suitable for the
product, is free of def
ects in mater
ial and w
or
kmanship f
or a period of 12 months from the date
of purchase. If you notify us of such a defect and provide adequate proof of purchase dur-
ing this warranty period, we will replace the defective product at no cost to you. This limited
w
arr
anty is the sole and e
xclusiv
e remedy f
or an
y such def
ectiv
e product.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/ OR FITNESS
FOR ANY P
AR
TICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, AND GARDNER-GIBSON, INC
.
WILL IN NO
EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENT
AL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Flash Point 105°F (41°C)
Weight Per Gallon, lbs. 9.0 lbs.
Consistency Trowel
% Non-Volatile 79% Min.
Cure Time (at recommended coverage rate) 4-8 hours to set,
24-48 hrs. to cure
depending on surface
and weather.
Application Temperature 50-120°F