Solar LED Semiflush Reflective Markers (SL-L853T1)

Installation

Thermoplastic Adhesive Pad Installation Instructions

The optional adhesive pads are a non-toxic, zero VOC, performance thermoplastic adhesive designed to adhere markers to concrete or asphalt. When heated with a propane torch, the pad liquefies and fuses the marker to the pavement surface.

Required Equipment:

• Propane-fueled torch (Gas Pony or equivalent) with 25 ft hose
• Adequate propane supply
• Safety glasses (or face shield), protective gloves, leather boots, long pants

Storage and Handling:

• Store adhesive pads indoors in a dry location at 35°F to 90°F (2°C to 32°C) and keep them dry prior to installation.
• Avoid dropping or throwing adhesive pads when ambient temperatures are below 50°F (10°C), as the material becomes less flexible and may crack.

Surface Requirements:

• Asphalt and concrete pavement
• Specialty paving surfaces such as brick, cobblestone, or stepping stones
• Adhesive pads may also be installed over existing adhesive pads when the surface is clean and stable.

The pavement surface must be:

• Free of dirt, dust, sand, debris, oils or chemical contamination
• Completely dry prior to installation. If moisture is present, the installation area must be dried using the propane torch before placing the adhesive pad.

Propane Cylinder Safety:

• Propane cylinders must always be operated in the upright position with the valve at the top.
• Never lay the propane cylinder on its side, as this may allow liquid propane to enter the torch, creating a hazardous condition.

Installation Procedure:

Step 1 – Surface Preparation

• Clean the installation area thoroughly. Remove all loose material including dust, sand, and debris.
• A power blower may be used to clear the surface. The propane torch may also be briefly used to blow debris away from the application area.

Step 2 – Remove Surface Moisture

• Ensure the pavement surface is completely dry. Surface moisture may not always be visible.
• Use the propane torch to heat and dry the installation area if necessary.

Step 3 – Position Adhesive Pad

• Set the adhesive pad in the desired location on the pavement surface.

Step 4 – Heat Adhesive Pad

• Stand with the wind at your back so heat is directed away from the operator.
• Using the propane torch, move the flame slowly and evenly across the adhesive pad. Continue heating until the pad becomes soft and molten, allowing it to spread slightly.
• The adhesive pad must reach its melting temperature to achieve proper bonding with the pavement surface.

Step 5 – Install Marker

• Immediately after the adhesive pad becomes molten, place the marker onto the adhesive using a gloved hand.
• Apply gentle pressure to seat the marker into the adhesive pad.
• Do not press the marker directly against the pavement surface. Maintain a thin layer of adhesive between the marker and the pavement.
• The molten adhesive should flow into the recessed cavities on the underside of the marker, and flow through the anchor holes on both sides of the marker. This creates a mechanical bond that secures the fixture to the pavement.

Step 6 – Cooling

• Allow the adhesive pad to cool and solidify. Under normal conditions, the adhesive will set within a few minutes.