PREPARATION
Remove all loose and/or deteriorated material as well as any surface contaminants such as oil, paint, grease, etc.
MIXING
Empty the contents of the bag into a clean wheelbarrow, mortar box, mechanical mixer or other mixing vessel. Form a crater with a shovel or hoe in the center of the dry mix. Pour the recommended 5.4 quarts (5.1 L) of clean potable water into the crater.
Caution
An excessive amount of water will weaken the mix and can result in cracking. Add small quantities, 1 pint (0.5 L) or less, of water and thoroughly mix to reduce stiffness.
For hand mixing
Blend dry mix with a shovel or hoe from the outer edges working the material towards the center. Continue mixing until all free water is used and all the aggregate is uniformly coated with cement.
For mechanical mixing
Mix the material for three minutes.
APPLICATION TIPS
Be sure to provide a proper footing. Lay masonry per industry and local standards.
FINISHING
Joints can be finished when material has begun to set and the surface has a thumbprint hard consistency. Mortar joints can be finished with a jointing tool.
CURING
Protect from direct sunlight, wind, rain and frost during the curing period.
CLEAN UP
Clean tools and equipment with water immediately after use. Cured material will need to be mechanically removed.
TECHNICAL DATA
Physical state and appearance :
Dry powder with aggregate
Base:
Masonry cement
pH:
Wet mix >12
Aggregate type:
Mortar sand
Flow Test:
ASTM C109 : 108%
Compressive strengths – psi:
ASTM C387
7 Days : 1,680 (11.6 MPa)
28 Days : > 1800 (12.4 MPa)
YIELD
One 80 lb (36.3 kg) bag will lay up to 65 standard bricks and 26 standard blocks.
CAUTION
May cause eye and skin irritation.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Product is alkaline. Do not ingest. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for additional information. Keep out of reach of children.
FIRST AID
In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water. For eye contact, flush immediately with a high volume of water for at least 15 minutes and contact a medical professional. For respiratory problems remove person to fresh air.
DISPOSAL
Dispose of material in accordance with local, state or federal regulations.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
Conproco Corp. warrants this product for one year from date of installation to be free from manufacturing defects and to meet the technical properties on the current technical data sheet if used as directed within shelf life. User determines suitability of product for use and assumes all risks. Buyers sole ‘remedy shall be limited to the purchase price or replacement of product exclusive of labor or cost of labor. April 2008 NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED SHALL APPLY INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CONPROCO CORP. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY FOR SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
