Motor Guard MAGNA-STITCHER MS-1-KIT User manual

MOTOR GUARD
MAGNA-STITCHERTM
N E W F R O M M O T O R G U A R D
Printed in U.S.A. S1116 01/12
MANTECA, CALIFORNIA • [phone] • FAX [phone] • www.motorguard. om
MOTOR GUARD CORPORATION
MODEL MS-1-KIT
DO PLASTIC REPAIR WITH YOUR STUD WELDER
PATENT PENDING
Motor Guard is pleased to present the latest item in their comprehensive line of autobody repair and
refinishing products. he Magna StitcherTM provides an economical solution for plastic repair by turning
your stud welder into a plastic repair tool. The Magna StitcherTM fits all popular stud welders and
provides all the features of a plastic repair system at a fraction of the cost.
he MS-1 works by welding a rigid stainless steel stake into the surface of the plastic resulting in a perma-
nent repair of the crack. Repairs can be made on flat surfaces, tabs, holes, ribs, inside and outside corners.
he Magna StitcherTM can be used to repair Bumpers, Fascias, Spoilers, Headlamp Brackets, Radiator
Brackets, Interior Components, Underbody Structures, Wheel Wells, Panel Mounting abs and any
thermoplastic part. his economical attachment can also be used for quick, on-the-vehicle repairs such as
mounting tabs underbody components and other out-of-sight components. Simply stitch and go!
Once the back of the broken part is stitched, the cosmetic repair and refinishing can be completed on
the outside of the part.
Each Magna StitcherTM Kit (Model MS-1-KI ) contains:
(1) Magna StitcherTM Adapter (MS-1)
(25) S Shaped Stakes for Flat Surface Repair (MS2004)
(25) M Shaped Stakes for abs and Narrow Sections (MS2005)
(25) V Shaped Stakes for Inside Corner Repair (MS2006)
(25) W Shaped Stakes for Outside Corner Repair (MS2007)
(1) Handy and Durable Storage Case
he Magna StitcherTM is the latest addition to a full line of repair and
refinishing products. From Pulling to Painting, Motor Guard Corporation
has a product for all of your autobody repair and refinishing needs.
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MOTOR GUARD
MAGNA-STITCHERTM
I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R U S E
Printed in U.S.A. S1116 01-12
MANTECA, CALIFORNIA • [phone] • FAX [phone] • www.motorguard. om
MOTOR GUARD CORPORATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
INSTALLATION OF TOOL:
Install Magna-StitcherTM end of stud welder as shown in Figure 1. ool must be seated firmly against insulator.
ighten knob snuggly but do not over-tighten as thread damage may result.
GENERAL REPAIR PROCEDURE WITH MAGNA STAKESTM
Insert stake into electrodes as shown in Figure 2. hree positions are available to insert stakes at different angles.
Place stake against surface to be repaired while applying very light pressure. Squeeze trigger on welder gently
two or three times for 1/2 second intervals. A few short pulls on the trigger is enough to heat the stake and melt
the plastic part. Overheating the stake may damage the part.
While continuing to apply light pressure, allow the stake to sink halfway through the thickness of the work piece.
After stake is inserted to proper depth, twist the stake slightly to allow it to lock into the panel.
Allow the stake to cool for 2 or 3 seconds before removing tool. rim exposed ends of stake using wire cutters
(Figure 7). Take care while trimming stakes as flying pieces can cause in ury to operator or bystanders.
Eye protection should be worn at all times.
Complete cosmetic repair on front of panel as needed.
REPAIR OF FLAT AREAS
Prepare area to be repaired. Insert an S-Shaped Magna-Stake M (MS2004) into the Magna-StitcherTM tool.
Set stake across crack as shown in Figure 3. Insert stake per instructions above, halfway through panel
thickness, and give stake a slight twist before allowing to cool. Space stakes on 1/2 to 3/4 inch intervals or as
needed for strength.
REPAIR OF TABS AND THIN SECTIONS
Prepare area to be repaired. Insert an M-Shaped Magna-Stake M (MS2005) into the Magna-StitcherTM tool.
Set stake across crack as shown in Figure 4. Insert stake per instructions above, halfway through panel
thickness, and add additional stakes as needed for strength.
REPAIR OF INSIDE OR OUTSIDE CORNERS
Prepare area to be repaired. Insert a V-Shaped Magna-Stake M (MS2006) or a W-Shaped Magna-
Stake M (MS2007) into the
Magna-StitcherTM tool.
Set stake across crack as shown in Figures 5 and 6. Insert stake per instructions above, halfway
through panel thickness, and give stake a slight twist before allowing to cool. Space stakes on 1/2 to
3/4 inch intervals or as needed for strength.
COMPLETING THE REPAIR
rim stake ends (Figure 7) and complete repair on front of panel as needed.
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Always wear proper personal protection when operating
welder. Proper eye protection is required to reduce the risk of
eye injury from sparks and flying pieces.