Mercury Marine AirDeck 899194001 - Manual (Page 35)

REPAIRS
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General Information
Small repairs may be attempted by the owner if the repair
instructions are followed. Tears or holes larger than one inch, or
instances where the patch will overlap a seam, should be repaired
by professionals.
The repair kit which comes with the boat is a one part glue
operation and should be used for emergency minor repair.
Your inflatable boat is made from either PVC or Hypalon fabric
materials. Ensure the correct glue and patching materials are used
when making repairs to the fabric.
IMPORTANT: Ensure the correct glue and patching materials are
used when making repairs to the fabric. PVC patching material and
glue cannot be used on Hypalon fabrics, and Hypalon patching
material and glue cannot be used on PVC fabrics.
Air Floor Repair
The air floor on all models is constructed from PVC fabric. Small
tears and punctures in the floor can be repaired using PVC
patching material, and following the PVC fabric patching
procedure. Refer to Air Chamber Repair - PVC Fabric.
Air Chamber Repair ‑ Hypalon Fabric
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WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from a fire, explosion or poisoning.
The glues and solvents used for repairing inflatables are toxic
and highly flammable. As a safety precaution, always work
outdoors or in an area that is well‑ventilated, and away from any
open flames, sparks, or appliances equipped with pilot lights.
Breathing the vapors or exposure to the skin may be hazardous
to your health. Avoid breathing the vapors and contact with skin
and eyes by wearing a carbon filter respirator and protective gear
over all exposed areas of the body.