Windshield, Installing

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NOTE:

Cross-section thickness of adhesive bead is determined by dimension of opening in nozzle tip and rate of application.

Dimensions for adhesive application:

Fig 1: Checking Adhesive Applying Dimensions

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Adhesive bead
Glass/paint primer
Washer

Dimension -a- = 8 mm.
Dimension -b- = 12 mm.
Dimension -c- = note the different spacing dimensions to the window edge -item ) OVERVIEW - WINDSHIELD - Adhesive Bead.

-- Position complete surface of nozzle -2- onto window.

Fig 2: 2K Window Adhesive Kit Applying Area (1 Of 2)

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Application in direction of -arrow- for adhesive bead -1-.

-- Apply adhesive sealing material -1- all around on window -2- according to illustration.

Fig 3: Applying Adhesive Sealant All Around Window

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-- With an undamaged removed window, apply adhesive to remaining bead.

-- Using suction cups, install the windshield.

CAUTION:

The window must be installed within 15 minutes or the adhesive sealing material will not adhere properly.

-- Center window along sides.

Distance from the window edge to the roof frame -item ) OVERVIEW - WINDSHIELD - Windshield.
Secure the window to the top of the roof with adhesive tape.

-- Before installing plenum chamber cover, first remove protective profile -2- from the frame.

-- Observe the minimum curing time. Refer to MINIMUM CURING TIME FOR BONDED WINDOWS .