For immediate use
allow 30 minutes to dry
and then inflate the
compartment with the
repair only 3/4 full and
be sure to make a more
permanent repair later.
Kwik Patch Kit
(OPTIONAL)
TIP:
A quick patch kit
such as the Kwik Patch
is good for emergency
repairs. Within minutes
of applying, the clear
patch gives excellent
bonding so you can be
on your way quickly
Repair: Patching
The most common re-
pairs are a puncture or
small cut. A penny size
patch is sufficient for re-
pairs of this type.
Trace the outline of a
penny on the patch ma-
terial and cut using scis-
sors. Trace the outline
of the penny on the
boat. Coat the patch
and boat with the repair
kit glue.
Wait about 5 minutes or
until the surface of the
glue hazes over then
apply the patch. Do not
apply wet glue to wet
glue.
If you have access to
electricity, heat the glue
with a hair dryer then
apply the patch. This
method produces the
best results.
Mate the patch to the
boat and smooth down
until the patch adheres.
Do not inflate, allow at
least 24 hours to cure
before inflating.
Patching Tips:
The the chamber must be deflated or the air will force a
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path through the glue.
Keep the patch size to a minimum, the bigger the
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patch, the harder it is to seal. The most common repair
failures occur because the patch is too big.
For repairs larger than a puncture, overlap the damage
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area by about ½” on each side.
Do not apply the patch while the glue is wet.
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Covering a leaking patch with another patch rarely
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fixes the problem. To remove a patch, heat it with a hair
dryer and peel it off.
Never use a heat gun on your boat.
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Clamps and weights are not needed.
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REPAIRS
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