Repairs; Repairing Small Punctures And Cuts Using The Peel-And-Stick Patch; Repairing Pinholes; Troubleshooting - Advanced Elements PACKLITE AE3021 Owner's Manual

6. REPAIRS

All kayaks come with a repair kit that includes a glueless peel-and-stick patch. For more
significant repairs, we include a selection of material patches that can be glued on. Simply
acquire a PVC glue at your local marine or outdoor store or contact our Customer Service for
assistance via email at info@advancedelements.com or 1-866-262-9076.
6.1 REPAIRING SMALL PUNCTURES AND CUTS USING THE PEEL-AND-
STICK PATCH
1. Cut a patch to size (approx. 1/2" larger than the hole or damaged area).
2. Carefully clean the area where patch will be placed with water and/or mild soap.
3. Make sure all surfaces are completely dry before proceeding.
4. Carefully peel back the paper liner on the glueless patch and carefully apply the patch
over the hole-taking care to avoid any bubbles in the patch. Rub all edges to seal.
5. As a rule of thumb, the patch will start to cure immediately with approx. immediate
adhesion of 50% with full 100% adhesion 24 hours after application.

6.2 REPAIRING PINHOLES

1. Inflate the tube. Locate the pinhole by sponging soapy water over the tube until
you see air bubbles. Mark the location of the pinhole.
2. Deflate the tube and dry the affected area. Apply a drop of glue to the pinhole
3. Allow glue to dry completely.
4. Do not inflate the kayak for at least twelve hours.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
Does not hold air while
inflating:
The kayak is sagging or
under inflated:
The kayak will not hold
full pressure for more
than a couple of hours:
12
SOLUTION
The spring valve uses a plunger system. The only time the plunger
should be in the open position is when you are deflating. Make sure
that the plunger is closed to inflate. Push the plunger in and rotate
counter-clockwise.
Be sure that the right pump is being used. You need a bellows foot
pump or a double action hand pump. A 12-V electric does not
supply enough pressure to fully inflate the kayak. The 12v can be
used to partially inflate the kayak but one of the other pumps is
needed to top it off.
Make sure that the plunger is in the closed position. It should only be
open when deflating. If it is open, the only seal is the rubber
gasket inside the cap. Even then, a little air may still leak out.