Installation Guide

ManualsBrandsTouch 'n Foam ManualsBuilding materials600 Board ft. Polyurethane 2-Component Spray Foam Kit

FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY! Read and understand “Safe Use, Storage and Handling for

Low-Pressure Spray Foam Products,” Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Instructions for Use, and

Tech Data Sheet prior to use!

Always wear recommended personal protective equipment. Refer to the enclosed “Safe

Use, Storage and Handling” guide for detailed recommendations.

Polyurethane foam is temperature sensitive. Failure to follow procedures and temperature

guidelines may result in poor performance and may affect foam quality.

Touch ‘n Foam

Professional and Touch ‘n Seal

two-component low-pressure spray

polyurethane foam (SPF) from Convenience Products effectively seals energy-wasting air gaps

throughout the interior and exterior of residential, commercial and industrial facilities.

Section 1: Preparation and Set-Up

1. Store products at room temperature (60°–90°F / 16°–32°C) in a dry area. Do not expose

products to open ﬂame or temperatures above 120°F (49°C).

2. Check expiration date on carton to ensure product is current.

3. Cylinders and contents must be brought to between 70°–90°F (21°–32°C) for use. This

normally requires 36 to 72 hours at room temperature. Application at higher or lower

temperatures may reduce foam performance.

4. For best results, ensure that chemical, ambient and substrate temperatures are 70°–90°F

(21°–32°C) before and during use.

5. Use only in a well-ventilated area.

6. Put on recommended personal protective equipment.

7. Remove hose and accessories bag from carton. Make sure spray foam applicator trigger lock

is engaged by pushing it into applicator body.

8. Attach hoses to cylinders.

a. Insert hoses into carton holes or lay in carton slots where applicable

b. Connect the red-striped hose to the red (A) tank and the white hose to the white (B) tank.

c. Tighten hose ﬁttings with provided wrench.

9. Fully open valves on both cylinders by turning counter-clockwise until a slight resistance is

felt.

10. Close cartons.

11. Always dispense spray foam with cylinders in an upright position.

12. Do not pull or lift cylinders by hoses.

13. Unlock applicator trigger safety by pulling until it sets in open position.

14. Purge air from the chemical hoses by aiming the foam applicator into a waste receptacle.

Depress the trigger until two roughly equal chemical streams exit the foam applicator barrel.

This may take 5-15 seconds depending on the hose lengths.

15. Wipe the applicator barrel with a clean rag to remove any liquid or reacted foam.

16. Lubricate the spray foam applicator O-ring with lubricant provided.

17. Select the appropriate spray nozzle:

− YELLOW FAN NOZZLE for a wide spray pattern.

− CLEAR CONICAL NOZZLE for a narrow spray pattern.

18. Attach the nozzle by aligning slots on nozzle with notch on spray foam applicator barrel. Push

and twist nozzle clockwise to lock in place.

19. Spray a small amount of foam on scrap material to check chemical mix. The foam should be

off-white in color and be tack free within 30-60 seconds.

Section 2: Spray Application

The spray foam applicator controls the ﬂow of the chemical components. The following

application instructions will help improve the efﬁciency and performance of the spray foam

application:

1. Application surface should be clean, dry, and free of oil or other contaminants.

2. Cover surfaces in the area where foam will be sprayed with plastic sheet to prevent

accidental overspray.

3. Apply the foam on scrap material to become familiar with how the product dispenses and to

determine the best approach to applying to the project.

4. Spray up to 1 inch for the ﬁrst layer of cured foam. For best adhesion to the substrate, a ½

inch ﬁrst layer is recommended. The wet chemicals normally expand two to three the original

volume.

5. Apply additional layers of up to 1 inch of foam until desired total thickness is reached. Allow

foam to cool between layers to avoid excessive heat and maximum expansion.

6. NOTE: If spraying is stopped for longer than 30 seconds, the foam in the nozzle will begin to

cure and clog the nozzle. Replace the used nozzle with a new, unused nozzle as follows.

a. Lock the trigger safety on the foam applicator.

b. Grasp the spray foam applicator in one hand and the used nozzle in the other. Twist the

nozzle and pull it off the barrel.

c. Clean the barrel of the spray foam applicator with a clean cloth.

d. Attach nozzle to applicator barrel. Align slots on nozzle with notch on spray foam

applicator. Push and twist nozzle clockwise to lock in place.

Section 3: Shutdown and Storage between Uses

Partially used foam kits can be reused within 30 days of the initial application adhering to the

following instructions:

1. Close the cylinder valves by turning clockwise.

2. Do not drain chemical from the hoses.

3. Push the trigger safety into the locked position.

4. Remove the used nozzle, but DO NOT DISCARD.

5. Clean the applicator barrel with a clean cloth, making sure the chemical exits are clean. Do

not use solvent.

6. Apply more lubricant to the O-ring on the applicator barrel.

7. Re-attach the used nozzle, which will prevent air and moisture from entering the hoses.

8. After 7 days of non-use, remove the used nozzle, dispense a small amount of liquid, then

clean and re-seal with the used nozzle.

9. Store partially used products at room temperature (60°–90°F / 16°–32°C) in a dry area. Do

not expose to open ﬂame or temperatures above 120°F (49°C).

10. Products must be re-warmed to 70°–90°F (21°–32°C) before re-use.

Section 4: Clean-up

1. Uncured foam may be removed by wiping off with a dry cloth, by using Touch ‘n Foam

Professional and Touch ‘n Seal brand foam cleaner or acetone. Check to be sure that the

cleaner or acetone will not damage the surface being cleaned.

2. Do not use foam cleaner or acetone to clean the tip of the foam applicator barrel as moisture

could form inside the barrel.

3. Always wear recommended clothing and gloves to prevent skin exposure. Do not use foam

cleaner or acetone to remove uncured foam from skin. Wipe off uncured foam using a dry

cloth and wash with soap and water. Cured foam will wear away from the skin over time.

Section 5: Application Guidance

Adhesion: Foam adheres to most porous building materials. Metal substrates must be free from

dirt, rust and oil and may require a primer where adhesion is critical. Foam does not adhere to

polyethylene, polypropylene, PTFE (Teﬂon

), or silicone.

Application in Closed Cavities: Touch ‘n Foam Professional and Touch ‘n Seal two-component

spray foam should not be used to ﬁll restricted cavities such as closed stud walls. Pressure from

the expanding foam could deform or damage drywall or exterior sheathing and siding. Spray

foam should only be applied where the foam can freely rise perpendicular to the substrate.

Applying Multiple Layers: Because spray foam produces heat when it reacts and the cured

foam is an excellent insulation, it is important to allow the foam to cool between the application

of each layer. Foam should be applied in 1 inch thick layers, allowing 15 minutes between every

two 1 inch layers to avoid overheating. If excessive heat or smoke is evident from the curing

foam, spray with a ﬁre extinguisher.

Building Codes: According to the International Residential Code (IRC – 2006, 2009, 2012)

and the International Building Code (IBC – 2006, 2009, and 2012) model building codes, foam

insulation must be separated from occupied space by an approved thermal barrier or approved

equivalent. Special considerations are made for attics and crawlspaces accessed only for

service, where an ignition barrier or approved equivalent may be required to cover the foam.

Exposed foam up to 3 inches thick is allowed on sill plates and headers. Consult the local code

jurisdiction for further information and guidance. NOTE: Touch ‘n Foam Professional Foam Kits

and Touch ‘n Seal 1.75 CCMC are CCMC listed in accordance with CAN/ULC S711.1-05 for bead

applications for use in Canada.

Density and Foam Yield: The theoretical density in pounds per cubic feet (pcf) and yield in

2-Component Polyurethane Spray Foam

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Summary of content (4 pages)

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2-Component Polyurethane Spray Foam INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY! Read and understand “Safe Use, Storage and Handling for Low-Pressure Spray Foam Products,” Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Instructions for Use, and Tech Data Sheet prior to use! Always wear recommended personal protective equipment. Refer to the enclosed “Safe Use, Storage and Handling” guide for detailed recommendations. Polyurethane foam is temperature sensitive.
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board feet (bd. ft.) are indicated on the product carton. (One board foot is one square foot of foam, 1 inch thick.) Actual density and yield may differ, depending on spray technique, material and substrate temperatures, ambient temperature and humidity, and other factors. Exterior Applications: Direct sunlight will discolor and degrade the surface of the foam. For exterior applications, the foam should be covered with an exterior paint or coating.
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chimique sont propres. Ne jamais utiliser de solvants. 6. Appliquer plus de lubrifiant sur le joint tonique du canon O-de l’applicateur. 7. Ré-attacher la buse utilisée, ce qui empêchera l’air et l’humidité de pénétrer dans les tuyaux. 8. Après 7 jours de non-utilisation, enlever la buse utilisée, appliquer une petite quantité de liquide, puis nettoyer et refermer avec la buse utilisée. 9. Gardez les produits partiellement utilisés à température ambiante (60°–90°F / 16°–32°C) dans un endroit sec.
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15. Limpie el tambor del aplicador con un paño limpio para quitar todo líquido o toda espuma que haya reaccionado. 16. Lubrique la junta tórica (“O-ring”) del aplicador de espuma con el lubricante incluido. 17. Seleccione la boquilla para spray correcta: − BOQUILLA AMARILLA TIPO ABANICO para un rociado de cobertura amplia. − BOQUILLA TRANSPARENTE CÓNICA para un rociado de cobertura angosta. 18. Adjunte la boquilla alineando las ranuras de la boquilla con la muesca del tambor del aplicador de espuma.