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Operation & Maintenance Manual
A6 Pressure Relief valves:
These valves require no interaction. They should only activate when the chamber
is at the correct pressure. Ensure the valves are not blocked or covered.
C7 and A6 valves can easily be replaced with the use of the Valve spanner
Annual Maintenance:
Inflation Test
• Inflate to the recommended pressure and leave inflated for 24 hours check
pressure. Allow for temperature and atmospheric pressure change.
Visual Inspection
• Check for any signs of “Wear & Tear” and repair/patch as necessary.
• Make sure you glue down edges of loose repair patches.
• Clean with water and a mild detergent. Do not attempt to use harsh solvents
without expert advice.
Repair of Inflatable product:
If your product becomes torn or punctured: -
• Find the puncture, large tears and holes will be easy to find, smaller pin holes
may be less obvious and can be found using soapy water and a paint brush or
sponge. The leaking pinhole will produce soap bubbles quite readily.
• If puncture/tear is within 1” of a seam contact Safequip Ltd for professional
advice.
• Make sure that the surrounding area is clean and dry, preferably 24 hours
before starting the repair work.
• Prepare a patch from the repair material provided, at least 50mm larger in all
directions than the area of damage.
• Thoroughly rub down the surrounding area and the back of the patch with the
medium abrasive paper provided.
• Apply a thin layer of adhesive to both surfaces and allow to dry completely
(20 - 30 minutes).
• Apply a second coat and when almost dry place the prepared surfaces
in contact and press together firmly, rubbing down with a smooth hard
object such as the back of a spoon or a narrow roller. Rub from the centre,
outwards, making sure to remove all air bubbles.
• Leave for at least 24 hours before use.
• Clean off any excess adhesive round the patch, as this will tend to go brown
with exposure to sunlight.
