| Definition |
 |
Paint runs on vertical
body parts. |
| |
|
| Cause |
|
Uneven paint
application. |
|
Spray viscosity was incorrect. |
|
Unsuitable reducers were
used. |
|
Air, material or ambient
temperature was too low. |
|
Film thicknesses were too
high. |
|
Defective spray gun (nozzle). |
|
Intermediate flash-off
time was too short. |
| |
|
| Prevention |
|
Warm object, paint and
ambient temperature up to 20 °C / 68 °F. |
|
Ensure that the spray gun
is in good working order. Follow application
recommendations in Technical Data Sheets. |
| |
|
| Remedy |
|
After the specified drying
time, sand down and polish. If, after sanding,
it is clear that the paint has not dried through,
allow to dry for longer, clean thoroughly
with silicone remover and respray. |
|
With smaller defects, polish
the affected area after sanding. |
