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Opening bonded connections

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  1. Opening spot-welded adhesive joint: 

    Open WELDING SPOTS .

    WARNING: Draw off vapor and gases!

    Use personal protective clothing/equipment.

    Heat connecting flange with a hot air blower. Heat components to max. 250 °C object temperature.

    Release connecting flange with chisel.

    Remove adhesive residue from connecting flange.

  2. Opening bonded connections: 

    Release any RIVET CONNECTIONS .

    Roughly cut out damaged component.

    WARNING: Draw off vapor and gases!

    Use personal protective clothing/equipment.

    Heat adhesive flange with a hot air blower. Heat components to max. 250 °C object temperature.

    The component can be peeled with the aid of pliers. Do not damage adjacent components.

    Remove adhesive residue from connecting flange.

  3. Opening bonded connections on aluminum roofs: 

    Procedure is described in detailed in the relevant repair instructions.