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| | | Now wrap tape around edge of cuff. As you make the full wrap, peel off final layer of release paper, and overlap adhesive film so there is no exposed boat suit material on the cuff edge. | | |
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| | | Keep your zipper dean from sand and debris by spraying with dean fresh water after every use. Store your suit with the zipper in the open position. Stubborn debris lodged in the zipper can be removed with a soft tooth brush and mild hand or dish soap. When opening or dosing a zipper, avoid catching undergarment material in the zipper teeth. If the zipper slider becomes jammed, do not continue pulling. Back zipper up and clear debris or clothing. Do not force your zipper. Keep your zipper lubricated. Paraffin marine wax is ideal. Do not use oil-based lubricants or silicone spray as they can damage the zipper material. Be sure not to fold the zipper back on itself when storing your suit (see Folding a drysuit). For prolonged storage, it is best to hang your suit from the legs, with the zipper in the open position. Hang it in a cool dry place, out of direct sunlight. | | |
| | | Wipe Acetone over the exposed adhesive film. | | |
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| | | Apply heat to seal at adhesive point. USE EXTREME CAUTION! Keep moving the heat around and do not focus it at any one point for an extended period of time. Don't melt a hole in your suit! TIP: Exposed adhesive film will go clear around top edge of seal when sufficiently heated. | | |
| | | Now carefully lift and stretch latex seal over plastic tub and cover /overlap the adhesive film. Have a least 1" (2.5 cm) overlap between seal and suit cuff. | | |
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| | | Using a small roller, or your thumbs, press the seal around the new connection to ensure a solid bond. Don't burn your fingers! | | Allow to cool for 15 minutes and inspect your bond with a good "tug". Adhesive bond should be holding to both surfaces. If bond is not secure, repeat heat process, and inspect bond again. | | |
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