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41 00... Repairing Clips For Roof Strip

The following instructions describe the permanent repair gluing of clips which were originally secured with T-pins.

The repair gluing at the same time protects the area of the torn-off T-pin permanently against corrosion.

1.0 Information on dangers/hazards 

1.0 Equipment 

2.0 Preparing the surface 

3.0 Applying the adhesive 

IMPORTANT: The hole must be completely filled or sealed with adhesive!
Fig 1: Applying Adhesive Hole
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Apply adhesive bead (1) to the underside of the clip.

In so doing, fill channel of clip with adhesive.

Fig 2: Applying Adhesive Bead
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Move clip (1) into position and secure by hand.

If the adhesive is not already emerging evenly through the channel, apply additional adhesive from above.

Adhesive bead (2) must be below the clip height.

Fig 3: Moving Clip
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Secure clip with adhesive tape (1), approx. 150 mm long.

Apply adhesive tape in direction of travel.

Fig 4: Securing Clip With Adhesive Tape
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4.0 Hardening period