TM 43-0139
e.
Drying Time.
(1)
For types I, II, and III, air dry for 16 hours or bake for 45 minutes at 250°F (121.11°C), before handling. For
type IV, allow eight hours of air-drying time or bake for 30 minutes at 300°F (148.89°C).
(2)
Types I, II, and III require 72 hours of drying time to reach full hardness, or bake for 45 minutes at 250°F
(121.11°C) and air dry for 24 hours. For type IV, bake for 30 minutes at 300°F (148.89°C).
f.
Thinners. If thinning is required, use mineral spirits paint thinner, TT-T-291, or synthetic enamel thinner, TT-T-
306.
WARNING
This enamel contains toxic pigments. Do not breathe the mist from the enamel
when spraying. Also, spray dust from this enamel is subject to spontaneous
combustion if allowed to accumulate on surfaces of enclosures or booths.
Remove spray dust by scraping surfaces at frequent intervals.
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