Quikpoint Model 3, Operator'S Manual

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The Quikpoint Grouter works well with all standard U.B.C.(universal building code) mortar mixes up tp 2 1/2
fine sand by volume to one part by volume of the cements plus lime used.
Example of a 2 1/2 to 1 Mix Example of a 2 to 1 Mix
1- Cement 1- Cement
+1- Lime +1- Lime
= 2 parts by volume = 2 parts by volume
X 2 1/2 X 2
= 5 parts sand by volume = 4 parts of sand by volume
The strength or P.S.I. of a mix is varied by the type of cement used and the volume of cement, lime and fine sand
used.
For best results the aggregate (fine sand) should not have particales larger than 1/8 inch.
1. A richer mix (less sand) will move more easily through the Grouter.
(we recommend mixing a small experimental batch of mortar to see how your mix works in the grouter)
2. If your Mortar Mix is plugging or the Drill is laboring try adding the Gibco’s-MRF additive.
the Gibco’s additive is available from Quikpoint in 8oz and 32oz containers.
Gibco’s-MRF will also reduce wear in the Quikpoint Grouter. See Gibco’s flier page 7 & 8.
A. Add Gibco’s Dry MRF to water 1/4 to 3/4 Table Spoons per 1 gallon of water.
Do not exceed 4 Table Spoons per 5 gallons of water. (We include a Tablespoon measuring scoop)
B Gibco’s MRF is a Lime substitute. If there is Lime in the mix reduce the amount of Gibco’s Mrf
to 1/4 to 1/2 Table Spoon per 1 gallon of water or approximately 1 1/4 to a maximum of 2 1/2
Tablespoons per 5 gallons of water.
C Do not use high speed drill mixers. Gibco will slightly air entrain and may alter (lighten) color in the mix.
D If you are patching into an existing job, we recomend applying the Gibco mix to a trial area to see how
the color matches the existing mortar. Allow to set overnight befor comparing color.
Gibco’s Dry MRF is available through Quikpoint, Inc.
MORTAR MIXES
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