5) Remove the foam caps from the skin. Wash and dry the skin. Leave the zippers unzipped when the canopy
is to be folded or rolled up.
6) All parts should periodically be washed in tap water with detergent and then dried before storage to maintain
condition. It is advisable to frequently wash out the composite tubes to remove sand and salt within. The
composite tube joins should periodically be lubricated using a silicon spray.
7) The webbings should be replaced if they are showing signs of wear. Replacements can be purchased from
your Clear Blue Hawaii dealer.
8) The kayak is best stored disassembled rather than assembled. Long term assembly especially in hot
conditions will result in warping of the Kevlar tubes. For instance Kevlar warping may occur if the kayak is left
in hot conditions on the beach, also the skin will lose clarity if the kayak is left in the sun and the urethane will
eventually yellow.
DIAGRAM: SHOWING THE FUNCTION OF THE WEBBING TENSION STRAP TO CONTROL
HULL ROCKER
The tension strap (black band) has a breaking strain of up to 1100kg. It should always be used when kayaking
and replaced if it is showing signs of wear.
Upper image: the tension strap (black band) is very tight, hull rocker is minimal on the water with the weight
of the person in the kayak on board, slight reverse camber of the hull may be evident on assembly.
Middle image: using a taut tension strap without high tension, hull rocker can be increased.
Lower Image: The tension strap is loose and functionally absent. Excessive rocker occurs on the water. Never
do this. With wave action lower spigot joins may open and result in loss of continuity of some of the Kevlar
rods.
REPAIR OF YOUR KAYAK
• For holes and tears use McNett Aquaseal with McNett sealing tape or patches. These are usually
available from your local kayak shop. Aquaseal adhesive can be applied on either side of the fabric. For
nearly invisible repairs, create backing with one of the supplied patches to the outside of the
fabric. Apply adhesive to the tear from the inside, filling the void and 1/4 inch beyond. Apply the
second patch over the adhesive. The repair is now ready for use. The patches will reach full strength in
24 hours, but can be used immediately. If desired, the patches can be removed after the adhesive has
fully cured. Addition of a small amount of Cotol-240 reagent to the Aquaseal will accelerate the curing.
• If the skin is severely damaged, replacement skins can be purchased from Clear Blue Hawaii.
• Lubricate your zipper frequently with the zip care reagent after using the brush to remove sand etc
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