Bandit 75 - Paint and Decal Care; Paint Care and Decal Care Instructions

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MODEL 75 MAINTENANCE
PAINT & DECAL CARE
To help keep up the appearance of your Bandit
equipment and reduce the possibility of surface rust
follow these steps:
1.
The machine should be washed by hand with
water for the  rst 30 days when the paint is fresh.
Afterwards, the machine should be washed on
a regular basis with an automotive wash soap
(not degreaser) and then rinsed thoroughly.
2.
Do not pressure wash sensitive areas like:
decals, gauges, electronic devices, near chips
in the paint, etc. If a pressure washer is used
after the  rst 3 months after painting, be aware
they are capable of extreme pressures and can
damage paint  nishes. Also, only use 1500 to
2000 psi with a round pattern nozzle (not a pin
point or knife style nozzle) and hold the gun/wand
a minimum of 24” (0.6 m) away from the machine.
3.
Always wash the machine immediately upon
delivery, when the machine is new.
4.
If shipping or towing the machine in conditions
that include road salt/brine, any other ice melt
or dust control products, always wash the
machine immediately upon arrival or at the
end of the work day.
5.
Park the machine inside or under a roof when
not in use.
6.
Do not allow fuel, antifreeze, DEF  uid, or any
other motor  uid to set on the machine. Remove
immediately.
7.
If a stone chip, paint scratch, or paint crack
occurs - it should be repaired immediately.
Simply sand the edges of the damaged paint
area, mask o󰀨 the surrounding area, and apply
primer and paint to the dry, clean, and warm area.
This will keep the damaged area from spreading
or getting worse.
8.
If you are unable to sand and mask the area,
there are containers of primer and paint
available. A small brush can be used to touch
up the area after it is cleaned, dry, and warmed.
Also, primer and most colors of paint are
available in aerosol spray cans.
9.
Keep good mud  aps on towing trucks to reduce
stone chips.
10.
Use an automotive wax on a regular basis after
the  rst 3 months after painting.
PAINT CARE
DECAL CARE
Decals located on your Bandit equipment contain
useful information to assist you in operating your
equipment safely. The safety decals are shown and
explained in this section along with decal locations.
1.
You should use soap and water to keep your
decals clean. Never use mineral spirits or any
other abrasive cleaners.
2.
Immediately replace any missing or damaged
decals. The location the decal is going to be
applied to must be clean and dry, and at least
40°F (5°C) before applying decal.
3.
When the need arises to replace a machine
component with a decal attached, be sure and
replace the decal.
4.
Replacement decals are available, and can
be purchased from the manufacturer or your
Bandit Dealer.
5.
Peel back about half of the backer paper on the
decal. Position it on the  at, dry, clean surface so
it is smooth and secure. Peel o󰀨 the remainder
of the backer paper as you continue to stick the
decal on the surface.
6.
Rub decal from the center outward to remove air
bubbles and to secure contact.
7.
English/Spanish decals are typically standard.
Other foreign language decals are available
and may be purchased. Mail translated decals
required to Bandit Industries, Inc.
It is very important that all decals remain in place
and in good condition on your machine. Please follow
the care and instructions given below.