Md. Code Regs. 11.13.12.06

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 11.13.12.06 - Installation Standards - Adhesive Bonded

A. 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.

B. Products shall be stored and controlled according to manufacturers' requirements as provided directly or through a private labeler.

C. 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.

D. 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.

E. Adhesive shall be applied so that the finished bead crosssection profile and dimensions meet or exceed the original equipment configuration or recommendation of the adhesive system manufacturer.

F. 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 nonpolyurethane, 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.

G. All adhesive system component lot numbers shall be traceable to each job.

H. All glass parts shall be traceable to the installation by a DOT number and part number.

I. No product that has exceeded the manufacturer or private labeler's stated expiration date, open shelf life, or active shelf life shall be used.

J. All supplemental mechanical glass retention devices shall be replaced to original equipment specifications.

K. 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.

L. 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.

M. 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.

N. Only the full cut method should be used for polyurethane retention systems.

Md. Code Regs. 11.13.12.06

Regulation .06 adopted effective 49:5 Md. R. 365, eff. 3/7/2022