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CLEANING
If your inflatable is used intensively, then it should be cleaned on a weekly basis. It is also important to clean and dry the product before it is packed away.
*When cleaning your product never use strong detergents or silicone-based products.
*Also never use high pressure cleaning equipment such as a "pressure washer". This will result in damage to your product.
*Clean the outside surface only
*Clean your inflatable with soap and fresh water and check that the valves are clean and not damaged.
REPAIR
Most inflatable products include a repair kit. You can easily repair minor punctures and cuts. These kits include a clear self adhesive patch, PVC material and a small tube of glue.
Conditions necessary for successful repair:
Relative humidity less than 65 %.
Temperature Range between 17°-25° Celsius.
Avoid completing repairs in direct sunlight or rain and ensure that the material is fully deflated and lies flat
Step 1 - Locate the damaged area. The easiest way is to fully inflate the product and listen for the leak, or to spray with soapy water and look for bubbles. Mark the damaged area with a crayon or wax pencil and deflate the product.
Step 2 - Clean the damaged part and surrounding area of the product with soap and water and allow to dry thoroughly. Wipe the damaged part and surrounding area with fingernail polish remover, or rubbing alcohol, and allow to dry thoroughly.
Step 3 - Patch type: Peel backing from patch and apply completely over the damaged area. PVC patch type:
Spread an even coat of glue on both surfaces. Let stand until tacky, usually 30-60 seconds depending on temperature and humidity Place PVC patch over glued area. See below illustration for reference.
Step 4 - Press out the air pockets which may have formed under the patch. You can use any round object, such as a spoon, starting in the center and then working outwards towards the edges. Let dry for 24 hours before inflating the unit. Do not expose the repair to sun or rain until repair has been completed.
Step 5- Inflate the repaired product (after a 24 hour period) following inflation instructions.
CAUTION
When using the glue:
Vapor is harmful and flammable.
Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of vapors.
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.
If swallowed, call physician immediately.
STORAGE
When storing your inflatable, keep it in a clean and dry place that is not affected by major variations in temperatures and other damaging factors. You can store your inflatable deflated and rolled up or lightly inflated. Be careful never to stack anything on top of inflatable.
It is recommended to lubricate the rubber on the valves with a petroleum based product to increase the life of the valve.
Please note: rodents, such as mice, chew on fabric including inflatable material. As a precaution you can place moth balls or fabric softener around the products during storage to deter them.
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