PB-IB TSA & CMP Tools - 2

General Usage Guidelines

Use High Temperature

Heat Gun

Use with a high temperature, electronically-controlled heat gun capable of reaching at least

1000

°F (538°C), and use only the 3M films recommended for textured walls. See

Instruction Bulletin 5.37 for additional details.

Use Good Physical Form

For maximum comfort and effective use of the applicators, always:

• Grip the applicator as shown.

• Hold the applicator as though it is an extension of your arm to reduce stress on your

wrist.

• Keep the applicator perpendicular to the surface.

• Use full arm movements.

Use Current Instruction Bulletin

Refer to the most current version of Instruction Bulletin 5.37 for detailed instructions to help

ensure a successful application.

Prevent trapping air. Always work toward an open edge through which the trapped air can

escape. NEVER work from the edge to the center or from an open edge to a sealed edged,

such as at a panel overlap.

Don't move too quickly. When working with rollers, the most common application error is

moving too fast. Try moving at about 2 inches per second at first and adjust as needed.

Test each surface. Do a test application on each unique surface to adjust your technique

and use the right tool for maximum success.

3M

t Textured Surface

Applicator TSA-1

Use for conforming large areas of film

onto a textured surface.

1. Wear a heat-resistant glove on the hand that holds

applicator TSA-1.

2. Gently tack the top few inches of the film to the

substrate. Use tapping motion with your fingers or

lightly roll it, without heat, using applicator TSA-1.

3. Set the heat gun to the temperature specified in

Instruction Bulletin 5.37.

To set edges, quickly and lightly pass the TSA-1 tool

and the heat gun over the edges of the film to set the

edges, but do not seal or conform the film; it is critical

that air have an escape path during installation. This is

especially recommended when using overlaminate

8524.

4. Direct the heat gun toward the top corner of the

graphic. Heat the film until warm, which usually

takes only about 2 seconds and immediately begin

rolling the film with the applicator TSA-1. Notice

that the roller is positioned about 2 inches above

the top edge of the graphic for the first pass.

5. With the applicator closely following the heat gun,

move continuously at about 2 inches per second

and completely past the outer open edge of the

graphic.