KERO Puffin II - Manual (Page 7)

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General Information
Storage Your PUFFIN II is equally happy stored assembled or packed in the bag.
Salt Water Following exposure to salt water, rinse the PUFFIN II in fresh water if you can.
This will help preserve the PUFFIN II’s appearance.
Repairs HULL - If you need to repair a puncture or abrasion of the hull, use a patch of the
same material and the repair kit adhesive. Cut a patch to cover an area about 3/4"
past the damaged area of the hull. Round the corners of the patch. Cover the patch
and the area the patch will cover with a thin coat of adhesive. Wait until the adhe-
sive feels dry to the touch and immediately apply patch. Press down well. The
adhesive will cure for twenty-four hours, but the PUFFIN II can go in the water
immediately after a patch is applied.
AIR TUBES - A puncture of an air tube can be repaired the same way as the hull.
Small punctures may be repaired without a patch. Coat the puncture repeatedly
with the repair kit adhesive, letting the adhesive dry between each coat.
NOTE: There must be no pressure in the tube or seat when being repaired.
Safety
• Always wear a personal flotation device.
• Know your abilities and do not exceed them.
• Be aware of changing weather conditions.