Repair Procedure - West Marine Inflatable Boats Owner's Manual

BEACHING
1. It is recommended not to use an engine when beaching. Do not drag the boat
across rocks, sand, gravel or on a pavement as damage to the boat skin may result.
2. If the boat is to be temporarily left on a beach, part of the boat should be left in
the water so that the internal heat caused by exposure to sunlight can escape and so
that air pressure in the tubes can decrease.
3. Cover the boat to block direct exposure to sunlight if the boat is to be removed
from the water for an extended period of time.
STORAGE
1. After use, the boat and all components should be washed with a mild soap and
rinsed with fresh water. Dry all parts before storing in the carrying bag. This will
help prevent mould or mildew.
2. Wooden parts should be inspected for damage or deterioration. Surface scratches
or abrasions should be covered with a marine grade varnish.
3. To keep the boat looking new, store the boat in a cool and dry place and avoid
excessive exposure to direct sunlight.
IMPORTANT : Waxes or cleaners containing alcohol SHOULD NOT be used on
the boat fabric. Alcohol will prematurely dry out the boat fabric.
4. To avoid damaging the boat during storage, do not place heavy objects on it.
USE IN HIGHER ALTITUDES
1. Normal full inflation pressure is 0.25 bar for the tube and 0.35 bar for the keel
and 0.60 bar for the inflatable floor (KIB model) and 0.80 bar for the fixed floors
(VIB model). If the boat is inflated when at sea level (low altitude) and is brought
to a high altitude (i.e. for use in a mountain lake), the air pressure must be reduced
at the higher altitude to prevent over-inflation.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

SMALL TEARS, CUSTS AND PUNCTURES
1. The repair of a small leak or puncture less than ½ inch (12.7 mm) can be done
with a round patch, 3 inches (76.2 mm) diameter, minimum.
2. Both patch and surface on the boat must be dry and free of dirt and grease.
3. Apply 3 thin, even coats of adhesive to the surface of the boat and the patch.
Wait 5 minutes between each coat. After the 3rd coat, wait 10-15 minutes before
placing the patch on the boat skin.
4. Wait for at least 24 hours before re-inflating the boat.