41 00... Installing A Cavity Acoustic Baffle (Not Expanded)

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The following repair represents replacement of a cavity acoustic baffle.

Before these work steps, prepare the new part so that it is ready to install (adapting, cutting to size, applying welding primer etc.).

Sand contact surface of cavity acoustic baffle (1) with coarse-grained abrasive paper (grain 50 - 100).

Clean contact surface (1) with spirit.

Apply a bead approx. 15 mm high of window glass adhesive to contact surface (1).

Attach cavity acoustic baffle in specified position (see old part).

Fit, secure and weld up new part.

Fig 1: Contact Surface And Window Glass Adhesive

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WARNING: Ensure adequate ventilation over entire processing period.