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TROUBLESHOOTING
Leak or not?
When you find the kayak appears a bit soft, it might not be because of a leak.
First, check if the valve caps are loose.
If all valves are in good condition, you can consider if it is caused by temperature variation. If
the kayak was inflated in the day at a higher temperature (35°C for example) and air might
cool down overnight (20-25°C), the pressure on the hull will decrease and the kayak will
appear less inflated the next morning.
If valves and temperature variation are not the reasons, you need to start looking for a leak:
1.
Position the leak area: You can check your kayak from a few feet away or flip it over
and closely check over the outside. Any large leaks should be visible.
2.
Pinpoint the location of the leak: spry mild soapy water over the suspicious areas.
Any leak will produce bubbles.
3.
Check valves system for the leak.
Repairs
Pinhole and small puncture leaks can be repaired with the included repair patch.
1.
Locate the leak location.
2.
Deflate the air.
3.
Clean the area surrounding the leakage and wipe up all water from the surface.
4.
Take out the repair patch, cut it into required shape and size, which should be
slightly larger than the leaking area, place the patch on the area and press firmly.
5.
Allow the patch to set for 24 hours before re-inflating or attempting to use the
kayak.
6.
If the damage is larger than 2.5cm (or 1 inch), it is recommended to use a silicone or
rubber-based glue for repair. Please read the warning statement on glue before
use.
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