Xerox 003R06709 User Manual

Application Ideas and Procedures

Xerox Wide Format Supplies Applications Guide 

Version 2.0; April 2005

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• Squeegee, heat gun, razor knife, masking tape, hot air burner, marking pencil, straight pin.

• If the substrate surface temperature is below minimum requirements, the substrate must be heated to application 

temperature to accelerate the ultimate adhesion of the vinyl.

• Mark the decal location on the application surface. For multi panel decals the overlap should be at between 0.24 inch and 

0.48 inch (6mm and 12mm).

• NOTE: Do not use application fluid or the “wet method” for installation. Water or application fluid not properly squeezed 

underneath the vinyl can remain between the substrate and the decal and reduces ultimate adhesion.

• The decal must be squeegeed before and after pre-mask removal. During pre-mask removal, decals are exposed to potential

edge lifting. In order to eliminate this, re-squeegee the decal (especially the edges). Wrap a soft clean rag around the squeegee
to prevent potential edge lifting.

• All smooth body seams or edges must be cut flush with the edge, and be free of caulk, and sealant. The decal must be 

re-squeegeed along the cut edge to prevent potential edge lifting. 

These media are not recommended for applications with corrugations or rivets. A specialist cast grade vinyl 
would be appropriate.

Position the decal on the application surface using small pieces of tape to hold it in place. Once the decal has been
properly registered, apply a masking tape hinge along the top edge of the decal. Cut through the masking tape along
the sides of the decal, being careful not to score the application surface. Flip the decal up over the hinge and remove
the liner. Always remove the liner from the decal.

- Hold the decal away from the application surface with one hand and squeegee from the top center downward and

outward. Use firm, short, overlapping strokes. This will help prevent wrinkling of the vinyl and minimize air 
bubbles. Remove the masking tape hinge (if one was used). Re-squeegee the top edge to which the tape hinge was
applied using overlapping, upward strokes.

-  Remove the pre-mask/application tape (if pre-mask was used) from the decal by peeling back on corner and pulling

back at a 180° angle.

- Re-squeegee the entire decal using very firm squeegee pressure, including all edges. Puncture any air bubbles with

a straight pin and re-squeegee from the edge of the bubble towards the puncture.

Before starting installation, consult the appropriate product data sheet for information regarding minimum and 
maximum application temperatures, recommended substrates, and immediate service conditions before and after
application. These factors are critical to a successful application and future decal performance. Once assured that all
factors are understood with respect to the product, and all factors comply with the product recommendations,
installation can begin.