Bronco L6-300 4.9L VIN Y 1-bbl (1983)
AUTHORITIES FOR DIRECTION REGARDING OSHA LEAD STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
If a replacement body panel contains more than a minor flaw in the E-coat, it should be returned. Contact your Customer Service representative for
instructions.
If more extensive sanding, other than that described above, is necessary, (e.g., refinishing original vehicle sheet metal) follow the procedures outlined
below:
ALTERNATIVE SANDING PROCEDURES WHEN EXTENSIVE SANDING IS REQUIRED
The following procedures for sheet metal preparation by sanding or media blasting are based on tests conducted by Ford Motor Company in accordance
with requirements set forth in the Federal OSHA Inorganic Lead Standard 29 CFR 1910.1025.
SANDING PROCEDURE
1.
Each technician performing the sanding operation MUST wear an approved respirator with high efficiency particulate filter (HEPA).
2.
Technicians should use dual action sander with vacuum collection.
3.
The vacuum equipment MUST be equipped with a HEPA filter on the air exhaust. Dealers are cautioned not to exhaust vacuum air into the
atmosphere. Operators are cautioned to follow the manufacturer's guidelines for maintenance and the replacement of filters.
MEDIA BLASTING PROCEDURE
1.
Testing has shown that plastic media blasting meets OSHA lead standard requirements and is efficient when the manufacturer's published
procedures are followed.
2.
The operator must wear an air supplied hood using compressed air free from carbon monoxide, oil, water, and other contamination when
performing this operation. Specifics of the media blasting procedure for whole body paint removal have been previously published.
NOTE:
PLEASE READ THE CHEMICAL FACT SHEETS IN THE FIGURES.
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