Membrane

When Water Wigglies are shipped, the outer layer is slightly stretched. This makes them favor one position when inverting. To adjust for this, role the torus inside out and store for a few days. This evens out the membrane and makes it suitable for use.

Lubrication

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Injecting dish soap into FFT.
Clean factory oil lubricant off the FFT. Slowly inject 10-12ml of dishwashing soap using an adhesive syringe. Do not roll or shake the FFT! If the water and soap mix, it will be difficult to glue the injection site closed.
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(Top) Paper patch in the processes of being applied.(Bottom) Paper patch with scrap removed.

Make a patch by dipping a piece of printer paper in cyanoacrylate glue. Remove the needle and quickly apply the patch.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the patch does not leak, lightly shake the FFT to mix the water and soap.

 

 

 

Do not try to patch a torus that is leaking soapy water. Torus should be drained and rinsed before attempting any repairs.

The torus is easier to repair when empty. If you can not close an injection site, empty the torus, close the hole, and try again at a different location.