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Valve replacement
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WARNING
The product may deate due to
changes in the surrounding air or water
temperature. If continuous deations
occur, there may be air loss resulting
from a leak. Most leaks can be repaired
with the patches provided.
If the leak cannot be seen, you can nd it
by pouring a mixture of soap and water
over the air chambers. If there is a hole, it
will be revealed by small bubbles.
Once you have found the location of the
leak, mark it with a felt-tip pen and make
sure you thoroughly clean and dry the
Storage
Repairs
WARNING
Do not leave the product inated in the
sun on overly hot days or near sources of
heat. High temperatures cause increases
in internal pressure that could damage
your product.
Make sure that you rinse the product
with lukewarm fresh water after every
use and allow it to dry completely before
stowing it.
Fresh water, soap, and a sponge are
sucient for cleaning away most dirt.
Only use ecofriendly products and do
not dispose of them in the environment.
Wash the product on land.
Sunlight and saltwater are very
damaging. Over time, some parts of the
product may oxidize, while humidity may
cause mold and unpleasant odors to
develop. The ideal storage conditions are
in a clean, dry room.
In this case, the product can be stored
deated and rolled up in its own bag, or
left slightly inated. Make sure that the
valves are closed.
patch area before you spread the glue.
Once the area has been prepared, deate
the product and cut out a circular patch
with 3-4 inch margins from the leak.
Apply a glue for PVC or an equivalent,
following the manufacturer's instructions
for quantities and drying times.
Be careful to apply the patches slowly to
avoid any air bubbles. Finally, allow the
repair to dry for at least 24 hours before
using the product again.
In case of valve replacement, unscrew
the top cap and insert the supplied key.
Turn it counterclockwise to extract it
(Fig.1).