COMCO IKARUS
Maintenance Manual C42 Series
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Series_Issue_VII_18.02.2014.doc
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5 Repairing the C42
5.1 Repairing the covering
The webbed structure of the Tedlar® cloth prevents further tearing by slight damage
so that the overall structure and strength are not affected by small cracks (3-5 cm).
However, in the interest of safety, even the smallest defects should be repaired
immediately. Original covering repair material is available from the IFC / ISC and
from COMCO IKARUS GmbH.
5.1.1 Damage to the fabric
Depending upon the size of the damage, the following measures must be
undertaken:
Before repairing the covering, it must be cleaned. Silicone-removing cleaning agents
or grease solvents may be used.
Small cracks (< 10cm):
A patch of original covering repair material is cut to shape. Corners should be
rounded. The patch is cleaned, Pattex® transparent contact adhesive applied and
the patch attached to the covering.
Cracks (10-15 cm
):
Larger cracks must be sown together with a saddler needle and a robust thread. A
patch is then prepared and attached to the covering (see above).
Large cracks:
The covering must be removed and sent to an IFC / ISC or COMCO IKARUS GmbH
if cracks are larger than 25 cm. Entire stretches can then be made by sail makers, as
required. The damage must be examined by an appropriately qualified person, e.g.
Class 5 inspector.
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