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Gill
apparel is designed to withstand the tough life and environment
of the boating world. However, like any clothing, it will last longer
when cared for properly.
Please read the garment care instructions inside the garment before
washing.
General Garment Care-
DO rinse out your waterproof clothing regularly in fresh
water. Work all zippers, pop studs and snaps to remove any salt
residue.
DO dry air-dry clothing.
DO store dried garments loosely folded or hung up.
DON'T leave garments salty or damp. This encourages mildew
to form, which is difficult to wash out and
speeds up premature deterioration of the clothing.
DON'T use dryer heat to dry garments.
General Washing Instructions-
DO hand wash in lukewarm water.
DO use a mild detergent such as Woolite brand fabric care.
DON'T use detergents containing additives or bleach.
DO rub heavy stains gently with a concentrated soap solution
and rinse
thoroughly with fresh water.
DO drip dry only.
DON'T iron.
DON'T spin or tumble dry.
DON'T place near heaters, open flames or fires.
DON'T dry clean.
DON'T bleach.
Following these care instructions will maintain the performance
and life of your Gill gear!
Waterproof
Repairs-
You will need: Glue (urethane repair adhesive and sealant)
Make sure the suit is clean and dry, and the damaged area is free
from salt, grease, mud and any contaminants. For small tears a patch
glued into place on the inside of the suit is sufficient. Larger
tears will require a patch glued into place on the outside of the
garment .If necessary, a second patch may be glued inside the repair
to cover the stitches. If the garment is lined turn the garment
inside out. Trouser linings may be released at the bottom of the
leg, or at the top of the zip gusset.
FOOTWEAR
901/ 909 Style Rubber boot care.
• Rinse boots thoroughly after every use
• Wash with mild soap and water if needed
• Allow the boots to dry thoroughly in a cool, dry place, preferably by hanging them on a boot rack or using a boot dryer .
You may also stuff your boot with newspaper if you want to help dry out the inside, and you can remove the inner footbeds to speed drying time
• Do not dry in direct sunlight
• Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may contribute to drying out and stiffening of materials
• Treat rubber boots regularly with a rubber conditioner
912/913 Style Breathable boot after care is as follows:
Clean
Remove salt and grit by washing under a tap or hose with fresh water. The outside of the boots can be cleaned with a warm non-detergent soap solution and rinsed thoroughly. Use a stiff brush to remove stubborn residue. You can also clean the inside of the boot with fresh water and a non-detergent soap. Wipe well to remove excess water inside and out.
Dry
Gill Breathable Boots should be allowed to dry naturally away from a direct heat source. You can improve the drying time by placing screwed up newspaper inside the boots. For best results dry for at least 48 hours.
Protect
Once fully dried, your boots can be treated with a Shoe Care Care Product such as Nikwax Conditioner For Leather. This will soften the leather and add a degree of water-repellency to the outside of the boot.
Contact Customer Care @ 1-678-730-5586 0r 5587 for
a small repair swatch of material.
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