Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch Holiday Repair Kit User Guide

User Guide
Elcometer 165
ElcoPatch TM Holiday Repair Kit

OVERVIEW

The Elcometer 165 ElcoPatchTM Holiday Repair Kit is an essential coating repair kit, which allows consistent, quick and easy preparation and repair of identified pinholes, or holidays, in the surface of a coating. The Elcometer 165 can give asset owners, contractors and coating manufacturers greater confidence in the standardized repairs of detected
coating flaws. Other benefits include lower environmental and cost impact through the reduced use of coatings, and regulatory compliance, all whist creating a consistent and sustainable solution for critical coating repairs.

• Suitable for both metal and non-metal substrates
• Consistent coating thickness repair
• Easy to use
• Quick fit and forget functionality

For further information, visit www.elcopatch.com

a) Manual Applicator Gun to suit 50ml (1.7fl oz) Coating Cartridge a
b) Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch™
c) Elcometer 165 Abrasion Ring – Magnetic
d) Elcometer 165 Abrasion Ring – Non-Magnetic
e) Elcometer 165 Abrasion Pads
f) Static Mixer Nozzle
g) Elcometer 165 Abrasive Tool
h)Elcometer 165 Heater Pouch b

a Coating cartridge not supplied.
b Supplied as standard with the Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch™ Holiday Repair Kit Heated Version and available to purchase as an optional accessory, see Section 5 ‘Spares & Accessories’ on Page en-5.

BOX CONTENTS

Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch TMHoliday Repair Kit – Standard Version

• Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch TM (x20)
• Elcometer 165 Abrasion Tool (x2)
• Elcometer 165 Abrasive Pads (x10)
• Elcometer 165 Abrasion Ring – Magnetic (x2)
• Elcometer 165 Abrasion Ring – Non-Magnetic (x2)
• Cleaning Wipes; Pack of 60
• Manual Applicator to suit 50ml (1.7fl oz) Coating Cartridge a
• Static Mixer Nozzle (x20)
• Wrist Strap (x2)
• Carry Case
• User Guide

Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch TM Holiday Repair Kit – Heated Version As above plus

• Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch™ Heater Kit comprising of:
• ElcoPatch™ Heated Pouch c
• Battery (x2)
• Battery Charger with UK, EU, US & AUS Adapters

**** The Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch TM Holiday Repair Kit and Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch are packed in a cardboard box. Please ensure that all packaging is disposed of in an
environmentally sensitive manner. Please consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance.

a Coating cartridge not supplied.
c A Material Safety Data Sheet for the Heated Pouch Battery Pack is available to download via our website: https://downloads.elcometer.com/MSDS/Elcometer_165_Heater_Battery_Pack.pdf

USING THE ELCOMETER 165

1. If using a heater pouch b, insert a 50ml Cartridge and hold the heater “e” button for 3 seconds to switch on. The Elcometer 165 Heater Pouch thermal controls are set to 50°C (122°F) – check your coating specification accordingly.

2. Identify the defect using a holiday detector and mark up the area to be repaired.

3. Attach an abrasion ring & abrade using the Elcometer 165 abrasion tool. The abrasion tool comes with replaceable hook and loop abrasive pads. When the abrasive pad wears out, replace it with a new one.

4. Remove the abrasion ring and wipe clean using the wipes provided.

5. Attach an ElcoPatch™ by removing the adhesive backing and sticking firmly to the surface. Ensure the area abraded lines up with the center of the ElcoPatch™.

6. Connect a nozzle to the cartridge and purge both of excess air to ensure an effective coating mix.

7. Insert the nozzle into the center of the ElcoPatch™. Slowly inject the coating using the manual coating dispenser until the coating flows out of the four coating overflow holes, ensuring there is no trapped air inside the ElcoPatch™. Wipe away any excess then move on to the next repair site allowing the coating to cure.

8. Different coatings will need different curing times and environmental considerations please consult your coating supplier for further details. 8 Once the coating is fully cured according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, use the pull ring to remove the ElcoPatch™ from the substrate.
   4 Recycle or dispose of the ElcoPatch™ in an environmentally sensitive manner. Please consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance.
   b Supplied as standard with the Elcometer 165 ElcoPatch™ Holiday Repair Kit Heated Version and available to purchase as an optional accessory, see Section 5 ‘Spares & Accessories’ on Page en-5.
   3 USING THE ELCOMETER 165 (continued)
   

9. Repeat this process on remaining flaws to ensure coating defects are efficiently repaired to a consistent, high quality.

The operator must wear all relevant protection including eye protection, gloves, and government-approved protective equipment.
Please review best before on all relevant products. The ‘best before date will only be accurate if the product is stored according to the instructions on the label. Products may still perform after this date but the quality may diminish.

MAINTENANCE & STORAGE

4.1 GENERAL
In order to prolong the life of the Elcometer 165:

• Store in a cool (0 to 35ºC / 32 to 95ºF), dry environment not in direct sunlight.
• Do not subject the product to a strong impact.
• Clean the manual applicator gun with a soft, non-abrasive dry cloth. Do not use solvents!

4.2 GLUCOMETER 165 HEATED POUCH

• Remove the battery from the pouch prior to cleaning or washing.
•  Switch power off when not in use.
• Do not leave power on and unattended

| Hand wash only
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| Do not machine dry
| Do not bleach
| Do not dry clean
| Do not iron

SPARE & ACCESSORIES

5 SPARE & ACCESSORIES (continued)

 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

6.1 GENERAL

Diameter| 38mm (11/2″)
Dry Film Thickness of ElcoPatchTM| 0.635mm (25mils)
Operating Temperature| -20°C to +50°C (-30°F to +90°F)
Minimum Pipe Diameter| 250mm (10″)
Coating Cartridge’| 50m1(1.7fl oz) Cartridge
Mixer Nozzle| 5.3mm (21mils) x 16EL Luer Connection
6.2 GLUCOMETER 165 HEATED POUCH
Outer| 88% Nylon (Polyamide), 12% Spandex
CR10 Water Proof Liner| 10% Neoprene, 35% Butadiene Rubber, 38% Calcium Carbonate,12% Naphthenic
Rubber Softener, 2% Zinc Oxide, 2% Sulphide, 1% Rubber Additives
Battery| Rechargeable Polymer: 7.4v, 2200mAh, 16.28Wh.
Universal Battery Charger| Input 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz 0.5A max; output 8.4v, 1500mA

Batteries must be disposed of carefully to avoid environmental contamination. Please consult your local Environmental Authority for information on disposal in your region.
Do not dispose of any batteries in fire.
a Coating cartridge not supplied.
b A Material Safety Data Sheet for the Heated Pouch Battery Pack is available to download via our website: https://downloads.elcometer.com/MSDS/Elcometer_165_Heater_Battery_Pack.pdf

 LEGAL NOTICES & REGULATORY INFORMATION

Declaration of Conformity – CE: This product complies with the requirements of the following EU Directives:

A CE Declaration of Conformity is available to download via: https://downloads.elcometer.com/Declaration_of_Conformity/English/DoC_165.pdf
Declaration of Conformity – UKCA: This product complies with the requirements of the following UK Standards:

Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 (RoHS)

A UKCA Declaration of Conformity is available to download via:
https://downloads.elcometer.com/Declaration_of_Conformity/English/DoC_165_UKCA.pdf

| is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited, Edge Lane, Manchester, M43 6BU. United Kingdom
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ElcoPatch| is a trademark of Elcometer Limited, Edge Lane, Manchester, M43 6BU. United Kingdom All other trademarks acknowledged.

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For the avoidance of doubt, please refer to the English language version.
Applicable Patents: Patent Pending
UK Registered Design: 6126903
EU Registered Community Design: 008703276-0001
A Material Safety Data Sheet for the Heated Pouch Battery Pack is available to download via our website:
https://downloads.elcometer.com/MSDS/Elcometer_165_Heater_Battery_Pack.pdf
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References

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