Alpine VPX-B104R Owners Manual - Page 11
Painting, Sensor Cover, Sensor
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Painting Sensor Cover and Sensor Unit Please follow the instructions in this manual for painting and assembling, in order to get the best performance. ~CAUTION • Use only the painting and assembling methods detailed in this manual. • Damages resulting from the failure to use the methods detailed in this manual are not our responsibility. • Install sensors on the vehicle bumper after painting and assembling. • Please refer to the Installation Manual for installing sensors on the vehicle bumper. • Immediately clean the surface of the sensors with a soft cloth if they contact any fuel, oil, coolant, battery acid, sealants, adhesives, car care products, or any other substance that could cause damage. Sensor Assembly Painting Method 1 Remove the sensor box cap. 2 Check if any accessories are missing and all accessories are aligning/ assembling properly. 3 Remove the spring plate from the sensor cap box to avoid painting. 4 Remove the rubber ring from the sensor unit box to avoid painting. 5 Evenly apply 2 or 3 base coats,allow each coat to dry before recoating. Note: Avoid painting the rubber ring around the sensor. i,~ .i( i/"'../ -- ' . I 0.~-(i,Ut- .....!!!l!!"""-"!1 Tilt 015 *&tt.e I 6 Evenly apply 2 or 3 clear coats. For temperatures under 60° F, allow each coat to dry for 30 minutes before recoating. 7 When completely dried and hardened, proceed to the sensor installation instructions. CoatingThickness Suggestion: Base coat: (15 ,.... 30 IJm); Clear coat: (25 ,.... 30 IJm) ~CAUTION • Limit the use of"Spray Paint" to apply the coatings. • Depending on the paint manufacturer, the instructions for painting will vary. • The sensor unit has been pre-painted with a base coat, but additional coats are required. • Before painting, make sure the box is free of all oil and dust. • Apply the coats from a distance of 0.5 to 0.8 ft, with a tilt of 45 degrees. • Do not let the coating adhere to the terminal and rubber during the time of painting. • The sensor's performance will be reduced if the coating's thickness is uneven. 10-EN