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TC - Sealing Roof Join
How to correctly seal Body, Toolbox and Canopy roof joins
How to correctly seal Body, Toolbox and Canopy roof joins
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<blockquote><p><strong>CQC: </strong>Poor roof seals lead to leaking internally </p></blockquote><p></p>

CQC: Poor roof seals lead to leaking internally

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Apply green masking tape on both edges of the roof groove all the way around.

Keep this as straight as possible.

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Ensure corners are boxed square, this will make it easier when applying sealer.

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<blockquote><p><strong>CQC: </strong>Ensure masking is cut square as shown</p></blockquote><p></p>

CQC: Ensure masking is cut square as shown

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Apply surface activator into the groove using a cotton tip. (This allows the sealer to bond to the PC)

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Apply thick bead of SMP60 sealant into all roof joins

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Using a piece of rubber, smooth the roof seal by pressing the sealant down into the groove in the roof.

Inspect all joins. Pop and re-run over any bubbles.

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Remove the masking tape, peeling this away from the sealed join.

CQC: Ensure this is done immediately after smoothing to ensure surface does not dry causing edge lift

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<p>Inspect edges for any lifting, excess sealant, short amounts etc</p>

Inspect edges for any lifting, excess sealant, short amounts etc

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CQC: Inspect all seal edges for any pin holes or areas that may leak

Rectify any pin holes found as these will leak if not addressed.

Mark on QC sheet

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<p>DO NOT MOUNT CANTILEVERS OR ROOF PLATFORMS UNTIL SEALANT IS DRY</p>

DO NOT MOUNT CANTILEVERS OR ROOF PLATFORMS UNTIL SEALANT IS DRY