REPAIRS
All of the inflatable products include a repair kit. You can easily repair minor
punctures and cuts and even anchor plates or handles.
Conditions necessary for a successful repair are:
Relative humidity less than 65%.
Temperature Range between 62° - 77° F.
Avoid performing repairs in direct sunlight or rain.
Step 1 -
Locate the damaged area.
The easiest way is to fully inflate the product
and listen for the leak, or to spray with soapy water and look for bubbles. Mark the
damaged area with a crayon or wax pencil and deflate the product.
Step 2 – Cut out a patch approximately 2 inches larger than the leak.
Clean
the damaged part of the product and patch and allow to dry thoroughly.
TIP –
It is a good idea to always use a circle or rectangle patch with rounded corners. Pointed
corners tend to pull off.
Step 3 – Next clean the area and the patch with alcohol, grease remover, or
fingernail polish remover and allow to dry thoroughly.
Step 4 - Apply glue in a very thin layer to the patch and then to the area of the
leak.
Let the glue stand until tacky, usually 30 seconds – 1 minute.
TIP –
Place glue on the dull side of the patch and to the shinny side of the unit. Then when you
apply the patch it will match.
TIP –
Use a short brush (just cut the length off) as this digs into the material better to spread the
glue. Also try to use a brush with real hair instead of synthetic.
Step 5 – Place the patch over the leak
Step 6 – Press out the air pockets which may have formed under the patch.
You can use any round object, such as a spoon, starting in the center and then
working outwards toward the edges. You can keep the repair “tight” by clamping
together with spring pliers.
Step 7 – Allow repair to cure for 24 hours before re-inflating.
Step 8 – Inflate the repaired product.
TIP –
It is a good idea to check again for leaks. If you have multiple leaks, the air will rush out of a
larger hole before a smaller one.
CAUTION:
When using glue, remove unused glue from threads of tube and cap
and carefully replace the cap on the tube. If properly sealed it will keep perfectly.
Do not leave the tube in the sun or next to heat sources or direct flames.
• Check that the room is properly ventilated, avoid inhaling or ingesting the glue
and avoid contact with skin.
• For major repairs, take your product to your local dealer or manufacturer.
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