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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".06" citation="COMAR 11.13.12.06" title_num="11" subtitle_num="13" chapter_num="12" heading="Installation Standards — Adhesive Bonded.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Those engaged in automotive glass replacement shall follow the adhesive manufacturer’s application instructions, as provided by the manufacturer directly or through the private labeler. All in-shop or mobile installations shall be performed under environmental and other conditions that are compatible with the application instructions required in Regulation .05 of this chapter.</text>
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  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Products shall be stored and controlled according to manufacturers’ requirements as provided directly or through a private labeler.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>No automotive glass replacement shall be undertaken using an adhesive glass retention bonding system that would not achieve minimum drive-away strength by the time the vehicle may be reasonably expected to be operated.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>The vehicle owner/operator shall be notified prior to and after the installation process of the minimum drive-away time under the circumstances of the replacement.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="E.">
    <text>Adhesive shall be applied so that the finished bead cross-section profile and dimensions meet or exceed the original equipment configuration or recommendation of the adhesive system manufacturer.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="F.">
    <text>If the OEM installation was polyurethane, then the glass shall be replaced with polyurethane or an equivalent adhesive bonding system. If the OEM installation was butyl, polysulfide, or other non-polyurethane, and the vehicle is licensed for highway use, adhesive bonded stationary glass installations shall be performed using polyurethane or an equivalent retention system unless in conflict with current OEM specifications.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="G.">
    <text>All adhesive system component lot numbers shall be traceable to each job.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="H.">
    <text>All glass parts shall be traceable to the installation by a DOT number and part number.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="I.">
    <text>No product that has exceeded the manufacturer or private labeler’s stated expiration date, open shelf life, or active shelf life shall be used.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="J.">
    <text>All supplemental mechanical glass retention devices shall be replaced to original equipment specifications.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="K.">
    <text>When inappropriate replacement materials or methods are detected, those engaged in an automotive glass replacement shall report their findings to the vehicle owner or operator.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="L.">
    <text>When those engaged in automotive glass replacement correct inappropriate glass installations, they shall remove any inappropriate materials that would compromise the retention system. They shall fully correct any adverse glass installation related conditions caused by the use of inappropriate materials or methods, and they shall use appropriate methods pursuant to Regulation .05 of this chapter.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="M.">
    <text>When sealing air or water leaks within a polyurethane retention system, only compatible polyurethane adhesive shall be used. No silicone or butyl may be used.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="N.">
    <text>Only the full cut method should be used for polyurethane retention systems.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>