MAINTENANCE
Cleaning Procedure
FABRIC SURFACES
Inflate the air chambers. Clean the fabric with a mild soap and fresh water solution. Rinse with fresh water and dry thoroughly.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a vinyl preservative on the air chamber fabric. Chemicals in the preservatives may dry out the fabric.
BOAT HULL
Remove the drain plug. Use a hose to wash out any debris from the interior. Wash the interior with soap and water. Clean any debris from the drain valve. Rinse with fresh water and dry thoroughly. Replace the drain plug.
Deflating
IMPORTANT: When deflating the side air chambers, do not deflate one side air chamber at a time. When deflating, maintain a balanced air pressure between air chambers to prevent stress or potential damage to the inside diaphragms that separate the air chambers.
a | b |
c
d | 14778 |
a - Valve stem | c - Open position |
b - Closed position | d - Valve cap |
1.Unscrew the valve caps, turn a quarter turn counterclockwise.
2.Push in the valve stem and deflate the keel. Push in the valve stem and turn the stem a quarter turn clockwise to lock the valve in the open position.
3.Push in the valve stem and deflate the floor. Push in the valve stem and turn the stem a quarter turn clockwise to lock the valve in the open position.
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