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If there is a lot of built-up epoxy, the excess may be squeegeed off the tube carefully - only recommended on 90 deg layers, but possible on others.

If If using an external lazy-suzan to feed tow, allow some slack between the roll and the rollers on the machine to prevent skipping.

3. Once the program has finished, cut the tow and rotate the mandrel until ready to apply the peel-ply.

4. Cut peel-ply long enough to cover the full length of the wind, apply while slowly turning the mandrel and ensure it is smooth.

5. Cut the breather cloth to the same length and tape edge to peel-ply then slowly rotate and wrap breather cloth tightly.

6. Cut vacuum bag to allow about 1-2 inches on each end of the wind.

7. Unscrew and loosen one side of the mandrel. Slide vacuum bag over mandrel and secure with putty at far end ensuring a nice seal along the entire opening.

8. Cut small hole in center of vacuum bag and attach vacuum pump.

9. Seal open end of vacuum bag with putty.

10. Turn on vacuum pump and ensure valve is open to allow air to escape.

11. Check for any leaks and seal with putty.

12. Allow pump to run for 20 minutes.

13. Turn off vacuum pump while holding seal and allow to sit for 24 hrs.