SECTION 18: BODY
DOB 2490-2789 | X3-45 Commuter PA1605 Maintenance Manual (Final Version – Rev.2 April 2016)
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18. TARABUS FLOOR COVERING REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
On X3-45 coaches equipped with “Gerflor” covering, it is possible to replace or repair this covering. The
purpose of this paragraph is to explain the steps to be followed to ensure the best results and adherence.
MATERIAL
Part No
Description
Qty
680028
Adhesive, Tarabus Floor Covering (White)
A/R
684655
Adhesive, Contact (3M)
3.8L
684654
Adhesive, Contact (3M)
18.9L
680532 Sikaflex
221
Gray
A/R
NOTE
Material can be obtained through regular channels.
1. Remove number of passenger seats required to perform repair.
2. Cut and remove damaged section of floor covering.
NOTE
It would be preferable to cut under two rows of seats so that repair is not as noticeable.
3. Clean plywood using a scraper.
NOTE
Make sure that no staples are sticking out beyond surface. Adjacent plywood sheets must be leveled.
4. Fill up holes and imperfections using MAPI PRP 110 then sand.
5. Remove dirt and adhesive residue.
CAUTION
Do not leave floor covering folded down except temporarily during installation.
6. Apply floor covering adhesive (680028) onto plywood using a serrated spreader with 1/8-inch
serration. If required, apply contact adhesive (3M) (684655 or 684654) onto aluminum molding and
also onto section of floor covering, which will be in contact with molding (refer to figure 47).
NOTE
Allow adhesive to dry (3 to 5 minutes).
7. Compress floor covering using a roller so as to remove any trapped air bubble.
8. Apply Sikaflex 221 gray sealant (680532) alongside passenger seat fixing tracks (refer to figure 48).
