Use and Care Manual
TECHNICAL DATA ATO-88
CERAMIC ENGINE ENAMEL
Form: GDH-405
Rev.: 080414
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.DESCRIPTION AND USES .
Rust-Oleum
®
Ceramic Engine Enamel contains ceramic
technology and a breakthrough resin system that provides up to
50% better color and gloss retention.* It is formulated to create a
smooth finish on automotive engines and other automotive
surfaces which reach intermittent temperatures up to 550°F
(288°C). Ceramic Engine Enamel features an advanced spray
system that allows you to spray at any angle, even upside down
for those hard to reach areas. A comfort spray tip with a wider
finger pad reduces fatigue caused by continuous spraying. Not
intended for use on exhaust manifolds or other exhaust system
components.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU Description
271987 Gloss Black (12 oz.)
272001 Chevy Orange (12 oz.)
272004 Semi-Gloss Black (12 oz.)
272006 Low Gloss Black (12 oz.)
272007 Grabber Green (12 oz.)
272008 Old Ford Blue (12 oz.)
272009 Aluminum (12 oz.)
272010 Cast Iron Aluminum (12 oz.)
272012 Ford Red (12 oz.)
272013 Chrysler Industrial Red (12 oz.)
272014 Universal White (12 oz.)
272015 Ford Light Blue (12 oz.)
272016 Ford Gray (12 oz.)
272017 Cast Coat Iron (12 oz.)
272018 Daytona Yellow (12 oz.)
272019 Chevy Red-Orange (12 oz.)
272020 Clear (12 oz.)
..PRODUCT APPLICATION .
PAINTING CONDITIONS
Use outdoors or in a well ventilated area such as an open
garage. Use when temperature is between 50-90°F (10-
32°C) and humidity is below 65% to ensure proper drying.
Do not apply to galvanized metal. Avoid spraying in very
windy and dusty conditions. Cover surrounding area to
protect from spray mist.
PRIMING
Use Rust-Oleum 275195 Engine Primer designed specifically for
use with Ceramic Engine Enamel provides for best adhesion and
gloss hold out. Rust-Oleum 275195 Engine Primer is especially
recommended when applying Engine Enamel to bare metal.
..PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Wash the surface with a commercial detergent, or other
suitable cleaning method. Rinse with fresh water and dry
with a clean cloth. Remove loose paint and rust with a wire
brush or sandpaper. Lightly sand smooth and glossy
surfaces.
WARNING: If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may
release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD
DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN
DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN
SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a
HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead
Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to
www.eps.gov/lead.
APPLICATION
Shake can vigorously for one minute after the mixing ball
begins to rattle. If mixing ball fails to rattle DO NOT
STRIKE CAN. Contact Rust-Oleum. Shake often during
use. Hold can 10-16" from surface and spray in a steady
back-and-forth motion, slightly overlapping each stroke.
Keep the can the same distance from the surface and in
motion while spraying. Apply 2 or more light coats a few
minutes apart. Do not use near open flame.
DRY & RECOAT
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F (21°C) and 50%
relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures.
Dries to the touch in 20 minutes and dries to handle in 1
hour. Apply a second coat or Clear Coat after dry to touch.
After all solvents have completely evaporated (24-48 hurs)
the dry paint film must be cured to substantially increase
coating properties. Bake at 200°F (93°C) for 1 hour or use
the heat from the operating engine.
CLEAN-UP
Wipe off tip when finished. Clean up wet paint with xylene
or mineral spirits. Properly discard empty container. Do
not burn or place in home trash compactor.
CLOGGING
If the valve clogs, twist and pull off spray tip and rinse in a
solvent such as mineral spirits. Do not insert any object
into can valve opening.