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INFLATABLE BERM LEAKS:
Identified by the shelter collapsing with time.
A "hissing" sound
might be heard if leak is severe.
TO FIND LEAK:
1. Listen for "hissing" sound.
2. Check likely sources of leaks, such as valves. Check
over pressure valve and inflation valve for escaping air.
3.
Check that the deflation valve is closed and not
leaking.
4.
If valves are OK, check inflatable structure for
obvious signs of damage.
5. If leak cannot be traced, mix a solution of soap and
water. Using a brush, paint solution onto welding joints,
around valves, etc., until solution forms bubbles. This is
the source of the leak.
IF INFLATION/DEFLATION VALVE LEAKS:
Valve may have dirt or dust contamination, preventing
valve spring from closing the valve completely.
Carefully LIFT center of valve with small blunt object,
and clean with high pressure compressed air.
IF OVERPRESSURE VALVE LEAKS:
Valve may have dirt or dust contamination, preventing
valve spring from closing the valve completely.
Carefully LIFT center of valve with small blunt object,
and clean with high pressure compressed air.
TO REPAIR A LEAK:
Once leak has been found, deflate unit fully, and lay unit out flat on the
ground.
Ensure area around leak is dry and free of dirt or contaminants. Clean
area around leak, or LIGHTLY rub area with fine abrasive paper.
Cut a patch approximately 25mm (1") larger, on all four sides, than the
size of the hole. Spare material is included in the repair kit provided with
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