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LUL RAPIDESET
Method of use
Preparing the surface Priming Mixing
Do not use on frozen or over There is no need to prime any For optimum results mix using
heated substrates (outside the reinforcement, but if priming conventional mixing machines.
range of 0°c- 30°c). Prepare the is preferred, any conventional Add the LUL RAPIDESET
surface in advance to provide an system may be used. gradually to no more than
adequate key. It should be clean, 3 litres of clean water per bag,
free from dust and thoroughly whilst mixing continuously. If one
dampened. Where necessary steel bag or less is to be used it can
or aluminium mesh can be used. be mixed with a rose bud type
Ensure that a 2mm minimum paddle attached to an electric drill
thickness of material is obtained. (900rpm, 1000w). Mix vigorously
for at least 2 minutes after adding
all the mixture to the water.
LUL RAPIDESET is designed
to give a fluid mix but this only
develops after sufficient mixing. The
mix will appear dry at first. Continue
mixing until fluidity develops. If
greater fluidity is required, more
water up to a maximum of 3.25
litres may be used. Exceeding this
ratio will lead to lower strength,
longer setting time and the risk of
surface cracking. In cold weather
the set can be accelerated using
Rose bud paddle in electric Place 3 litres of water into warm water, likewise in hot weather
drill 900rpm 1000w. a container. cold water can be used to slow
down the set.
Add the LUL RAPIDESET to After the LUL RAPIDESET has
water mixing all the time. been added mix for at least
2 minutes.
