2.0 Preparing The Surface

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For better adhesion, remove oxide film and paint from the adhesive areas with a stainless steel wire brush or special sandpaper.
Clean bonding surfaces with cleaning agent R1.
Allow cleaned surfaces to dry for approx. 5 minutes.
Bonding surfaces must be completely dry.