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4.4.5 Sunlight
Avoid exposure to the sun for prolonged periods. The changing air pres-
sure inside the tubes might cause damage to your boat. Extreme sunshine
(ultra-violet rays) over a long period of time may accelerate ageing of the
materials. Cover the boat to block direct sunlight exposure if the boat is to
be removed from water for an extended period.
4.4.6 Smoking
Refrain from smoking especially while refueling your boat.
When refueling, always stick to the following recommendations:
If possible, remove portable tanks from the craft to refuel.
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Refuel the tanks in the open air, far from heat sources, sparks or flames.
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Do not fill the tanks to the brim. The fuel increases IN volume with a rise
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in temperature and there is a possibility of the tank overflowing or even
breaking.
4.4.7 High altitude use
Normal full inflation pressure is 250 mbar. If boat is inflated at sea level (low
altitude) and transported to a high altitude (i.e., for use in a mountain lake) the
air pressure must be reduced at the higher altitude to prevent over inflation.
4.4.8 Swimming
DANGER!
Stop the propeller of your outboard engine when people
are swimming close to your boat. The propeller can be extremely
dangerous to anyone or anything in the water.
Stop the outboard motor immediately if you spot swimmers in
the vicinity of your boat.
5. mainTenance
5.0 General mainTenance
5.1 cleaninG aGenTs
Household cleaners should be used sparingly and not discharged into water-
ways. Never mix cleaners and be sure to use plenty of ventilation in enclosed
area. DO NOT use strong detergents, solvents or products which contain phos
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phates, chlorine, solvents, no biodegradable or petroleum based products.
Citrus based cleaners are excellent for marine cleaning purposes and are
safe for you and the environment. Cleaning your Lodestar can best be one
with just clean water and normal soap.
IMPORTANT:
Waxes or cleaners containing alcohol or hydrocarbons
should not to used on the boat fabric. These products will prematurely dry
out or damage the boat fabric.
5.2 repairs
WARNING!
Avoid serious injury or death from a fire, explosion or
poisoning. The glues and solvents used for repairing inflatable are
toxic and highly flammable. As a safety precaution, always work out
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doors or in an area that is well ventilated, and away from any open
flames, sparks, or appliances equipped with pilot lights. Breathing
the vapors or exposure to the skin may be hazardous to your health.
Avoid breathing the vapors and contact with skin and eyes by wear-
ing a carbon filter respirator and protective gear over all exposed
areas of the body.
5.2.1 Small repairs
If you have any damage to your BUSH, we strongly recommend to your
refer to your BUSH dealer. If the damage is a small puncture you can use
the material you find in the repair kit. For the best results when gluing, the
relative humidity should be less than 60%, ambient air temperature should
be between 18 °C to 25 °C and not in direct sunlight.
