How To Repair Burglar Alarm Window Foil

1. Locate the break or tear in the foil.
2. Use 000 (fine) steel wool, and rub the top coat off the old foil until it turns a dull gray. Do this at least one inch on both sides of the break.
3. Cut a new piece of foil to cover the break, leaving a one inch overlay on both sides
4. Place the new foil (adhesive side down) on top of the old foil.
5. Squeegee the new foil down tight.
6. Use your splicing tool to perforate both sides of the foil patch (this will give the patch continuity).
7. Apply at least two coats of foil protector allowing first coat to dry before applying the second. Apply this using a quality camel hair 1/2 brush.
8. Check your system