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SUP repair tipsSeal the hole

Stephan Gölnitz

 · 07.04.2017

SUP repair tips: Seal the hole
SUP repair tips: Seal the hole
This time we show you how to seal a small hole in your iSUP so that you can enjoy your board for even longer.

1. SEAL THE HOLE:Smaller holes or tears are easy to repair, as you can see in these instructions:

Mark the position (1) and ...Mark the position (1) and ...... secure with tape (2).... secure with tape (2).Coat the entire area evenly and thinly with the one-component adhesive supplied (3).Coat the entire area evenly and thinly with the one-component adhesive supplied (3).Then immediately apply the patch provided (4). After one to five minutes (the adhesive surface pulls a fine skin when lightly touched with the finger, the adhesive must not dry through), remove the tape and apply the patch...Then immediately apply the patch provided (4). After one to five minutes (the adhesive surface pulls a fine skin when lightly touched with the finger, the adhesive must not dry through), remove the tape and apply the patch...... and roll firmly (5). If possible, leave to rest for several hours without applying any pressure.... and roll firmly (5). If possible, leave to rest for several hours without applying any pressure.

2. LEAKAGE AT THE COVER TAPE:Here you need a little patience and sensitivity, then the repair will succeed:

First you have to find the leak with a detergent solution (1).First you have to find the leak with a detergent solution (1).Then mark the position and tap the board (2).Then mark the position and tap the board (2).Use a small screwdriver to remove the tape very carefully without damaging the tape or board (3).Use a small screwdriver to remove the tape very carefully without damaging the tape or board (3).Use the same tool to apply the adhesive to the open area (4). Ideally, you should try to apply the adhesive as close as possible to the actual seam between the side panel and the cover film.Use the same tool to apply the adhesive to the open area (4). Ideally, you should try to apply the adhesive as close as possible to the actual seam between the side panel and the cover film.Finally, allow the adhesive to dry for a few minutes and roll it on firmly (5). Then leave to rest for a few hours.Finally, allow the adhesive to dry for a few minutes and roll it on firmly (5). Then leave to rest for a few hours.
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