S8.9 - Other Special Procedures

S 8.9 Other Special Procedures

S 8.9.1 Removal of holograms

The term holograms refers to directional micro-scratches in the clear coat surface, which are caused by extremely fine abrasive agents in the polishing tools or by improper polishing or cleaning procedures, especially on paint surfaces that are not fully hardened.

Because of the micro-scratches, the incident sunlight is refracted differently from the rest of the paint surface, causing the optical phenomenon of the hologram.

This is particularly visible in dark and shiny double-layer shades. Different clear lacquers also have different properties in terms of their hologram sensitivity.

Holograms are only visible in direct sunlight or when lit by halogen lamps, but not under neon lighting.

Polishing procedure for largely hologram-free painted surfaces:
1. Clean the painted surface with a 3M-2010 micro-fiber cloth soaked in Standoflex(R) Plastic Cleaner Antistatic.
2. Polish the painted surface to a high gloss using an eccentric polishing machine, a 3M-09551 polishing disc and 3M-82878 polish.

NOTE:
- For relatively old painted surfaces, it may be necessary to use a more aggressive polish or a more abrasive polishing sponge.
- Do not exert any great pressure on the painted surface. If you do, it will heat up and you will end up with an even worse polishing result.
- It is important to use an eccentric machine to prevent any directional micro-scratches.

3. Clean the painted surface with a 3M-2010 micro-fiber cloth soaked in Standoflex(R) Plastic Cleaner Antistatic.

NOTE: Always wipe in one direction (linear to the vehicle's longitudinal axis) when cleaning the painted surface.

4. Shine a halogen lamp over the painted surface and check for holograms.
5. If holograms are still visible, repeat the polishing procedure.

S 8.9.1.1 Materials and tools

NOTE: All materials are available from paint and paint accessory dealers.






S9.1 - Product Overview