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storage. Clean your boat and wash it thoroughly with soapy water. Rinse carefully and check
that no dirt or foreign bodies such as shell, sand or fishing hooks are left inside that might dete-
riorate the fabric. For tar stais use a gentle, non abrasive cleanser such as dishwashing soap, or
use a recommended inflatable boat cleaner available from most boat chandlery outlets.
CAUTION
- Do not use abrasive or agressive chemical compounds
- Warm soapy water is best in most situations
- Do not use any solvents, petrol, etc (PVC models)
- Use solvents sparingly only on Hypalon models
- Test any cleaner on a piece of patch materials if in doubt
Tube repair
Repair kit countains :
- Fabric patches
- Ready to use tube of special glue
Conditions necessary for a successful repair :
- Humidity max 60%
- Temperature range between 18 and 25 degrees Celsius
- Repairs should not be carried out in direct sunlight, wind or rain
- Repairs should, however, be undertaken in a well ventilated area
Repair PVC boat :
3D Tender boats that haves tubes constructed with PVC fabrics require PU based adhesive and
RC hardener. Acetone solvant is recommended to prepare the surface before gluing. Use only
recommended solvant and adhesive.
Identify the area to be patched. This can be done by running water over the suspect area or
spraying or brushing with soapy water..
If the hole is only small, cut out a round patch of no less than 60 mm diameter. Larger holes or
cuts will require proportionately larger patches but always ensure you have at least 30 mm of
patch around the perimeter of the cut or hole and the corner are well radiused.
Next hold the patch on the tube and mark out around it with a pencil.
Clean both surfaces with solvent and spread a thin layer of adhesive over them ensuring there
are no lumps.
