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REPAIR
Despite the durability of this product, occasionally accidents happen. This product includes a repair kit
with some matching repair materials to help. If you should need additional repair materials or advice,
check with your distributor or on our website, Aquaglide.com for guidance.
This Product is made by RF welding a laminate made of nylon and TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane).
IMPORTANT: This product is not made with vinyl. It is necessary to repair using materials and
adhesives suitable for TPU plastic. Vinyl adhesives will not work.
Self-Adhesive TPU Patch (i.e. Tear-Aid – Type A - NOT included) – Ideal for small punctures,
emergencies and field repairs. IMPORTANT: Tear-Aid - Type A, or other adhesive for plastic is required.
Products formulated for vinyl will not work.
1. With leak located, clean patch area. MEK solvent is best, but alcohol medical wipes also work. Dry
completely.
2. Cut Tear-Aid - Type A patch using sharp scissors. Round corners slightly (approximately ¼" radius).
Patch should cover 1" (2.5cm) outside leak in all directions.
3. Peel back paper backing to expose a section of adhesive. Align patch and apply pressure to stick
in place. Peel back remaining backing. Avoid trapping air bubbles under patch. Rub firmly from center
toward outer edges of patch. Press all sections firmly.
TPU/ Nylon with Glue – Best for large, structural repairs of the TPU hull. A color-matched repair kit
for Cirrus Ultralight models can be purchased from Aquaglide directly, or your Aquaglide distributor.
IMPORTANT: This product is not made with vinyl. It is important to repair using materials and adhesives
suitable for TPU plastic. Examples: Aquaseal+FD, Easy Fix NR II, and other glues for plastic.
1. Deflate the product. Arrange the work surface so that the repair area is most accessible.
2. Cut matching patch material to size using sharp scissors or razor knife. Round corners slightly
(approximately ¼" radius). Patch should cover 1" (2.5cm) outside leak in all directions.
3. Clean with solvent a little beyond the gluing area. MEK solvent is best, but an alcohol medical wipe
also works. Also clean back of the patch material. Dry completely.
4. Dry fit patch and use pen or pencil to outline where it will be located.
5. Use disposable brush or cardboard to apply a thin, even layer of urethane-based adhesive to repair
area. Glue only within outline.
6. Apply adhesive to back of patch making sure to cover the area completely.
7. Allow glue to cure briefly (30 - 60 seconds) – just until the surface glazes slightly.
8. Repeat 5-7 to add a second coat of glue in the same way.
9. Align patch over repair area using the outline as a guide. Once the 2 surfaces touch, bond will be
immediate. Carefully apply patch, starting at one corner and working outward.
10. Use very firm pressure to rub patch for at least 1-2 minutes.
11. Allow to cure for 2 hours minimum, 12 hours for full strength.
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