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ITEMS REQUIRED
• A cordless or pneumatic power tool capable of at least 600 RPM but no greater than 1500
RPM. NOTE: A pneumatic or cordless electric tool is strongly recommended to avoid electrical
shock as this process requires the use of water. (Be sure to adhere to tool manufacturer's use
and safety instructions.
• A properly fi tted Respirator Mask such as Eastwood #11456 or equivalent.
• Eye protection. Eastwood #43090 Safety Goggles or equivalent.
• Hand Protection such as Eastwood #43098 disposable gloves or equivalent.
• Source of slow-running fresh water or a pump spray bottle.
• Non-permanent marker, grease pencil, crayon or tape.
• Plastic drop-cloth or other material to protect the vehicle and surrounding areas from spatter.
SCRATCH REMOVAL PROCESS
1. Using a non-permanent marker, crayon, grease pencil or masking tape, trace an outline of the
area to be repaired on the inside of the glass.
2. Remove any trim, wipers or accessories that may be required to gain access to the entire dam-
aged area.
3. The spatter and slurry from this process is highly abrasive. Be sure to cover and protect all
paint and trim areas thoroughly before beginning.
4. Assess the depth of scratch. IMPORTANT NOTE: Use of the Coarse (Green) and Medium (Blue)
Abrasive Discs can cause waves and permanent damage of the glass surface!
5. Always use the mildest abrasive disc that you feel will remove the scratch. Be aware that it
is very diffi cult to avoid creating waves in the glass when using the Coarse (Green) Abrasive
Disc. If the damage is severe and the Coarse disc is needed, keep it completely fl at against the
surface at all times and use plenty of water keeping the pad and glass wet.
6. If using a machine with a 5/8"-11 threaded shaft, thread the Smooth-Faced backing pad
directly on the shaft. If using a cordless drill, thread the adapter spindle into the 3" backing pad
then insert the 1/4" shank into the chuck and tighten.
7. Peel the protective paper from the back of the Abrasive Disc and while taking care to center the
disc on the face of the 3" backing pad, press it in place.
8. Wet the glass surface with water.
9. Work the abrasive evenly in overlapping passes across the damaged area, with a steady light
pressure, keeping the disc as fl at against the glass surface as possible. Try to keep the working
area as localized as possible. This will minimize the work required to remove the "frosted"
appearance of the repaired area. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not be alarmed as the "frosted" ap-
pearance will diminish as you progress to fi ner abrasives fi nally restoring full clarity once the
glass polishing step is completed.
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Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.544.5118 >> techelp@eastwood.com
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