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OPERATION
APPLYING CAULK
See Figure 13.
�Prepare the surface by removing any dust, dirt, or remnants
of old caulk. Make sure the area is clean and dry.
Set the speed of the caulk gun to match your application
needs. Experiment in an out-of-the-way area to find the
best speed and trigger pressure to use to deliver the caulk
bead size you want.
Hold the gun at a slight angle. If filling a crack, insert the
spout into the crack, if possible; otherwise, run the caulk
gun along the surface.
Squeeze the trigger on the caulk gun and move the caulk
gun at an even pace along the surface.
NOTE: If the bead of caulk is too narrow, re-cut the nozzle
to provide a larger opening. However, it is better to apply
a thin bead of caulk and add a little more if necessary than
to apply too much and attempt to remove the excess.
To end the caulk bead, release the switch trigger.
For a finished appearance and to help the caulk adhere
to application surfaces, draw a moistened finger or other
“smoothing tool” along the caulk bead after applying.
Use a damp towel or rag to clean off any excess caulk.
Fig. 13
CAULK BEAD
