REPAIR KIT	Cleaning: - Hypalon fabric: rough the material with the pumice stone provided (never use solvent) - Strongan fabric: Grease remover of the MEK or acetone type. Use safety equipment. Repairing: - Fabric patch (use correct fabric for your boat) - Tube of special glue, ready for use: check with your dealer that you use the suitable glue - Small paint brush
CONDITIONS NECESSARY FOR A SUCCESSFUL REPAIR	- Relative humidity less that 60% - Temperature between 18 and 25°C (64.4 and 77°F) - Avoid carrying out repairs in direct sunlight or rain - Check that the buoyancy tube is fully deflated and lies flat
PREPARATION	- Cut out a round patch at least 5 cm larger than the hole or cut to be repaired - Draw around the shape of the patch exactly where it will be applied on the boat - Clean the damaged part of the boat and the corresponding side of the patch - Strongan fabric: with a grease remover of the alcohol type - Hypalon fabric: with the pumice stone only - Allow to dry for 5 minutes
GLUING	- Apply 3 thin layers of glue on both the patch and the roughened area on the boat and let dry for 5 to 10 minutes between each layer until tacky
PUTTING ON THE PATCH	- When the 3rd layer is dry, apply the patch without pressing and adjust the position if required - Press out the air bubbles which may have formed under the patch - Smooth the patch with a round object (ie: a spoon) starting from the center of the patch and working out - Clean the excess glue with a solvent
USE OF BOAT AFTER REPAIR	- Do not expose the repair to sun or rain until cured - Let dry and cure for 24 hours before inflating
CAUTION !	When using the glue : - Carefully replace the cap on the tube of glue. If properly sealed, it keeps well. - Do not leave the tube in the sun or next to heat sources or direct flames. - Check that the room is properly ventilated, avoid inhaling or ingesting the glue, and avoid its contact with your skin
	NOTE: FOR MAJOR REPAIRS, TAKE YOUR BOAT TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO CAN PERFORM AFTER SALES SERVICE