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Examples of common damage that signal
rubber & plastics should be replaced
The below examples are the most common visual signs that a hose
is demonst rating danger signals. Examples of hose damage are not
limited to wha t is shown, there may be other situations that can re-
sult in severely shorting hose life. When inspecting hose, tubing,
ducting or other rubber or plastic product always error on the side of
safety! “When in doubt, remove from service”.
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Hose cover melted due to
contact with high heat or
hot engine parts.
Hole in hose cover that ex-
poses reinforcement.
Hose bent too tight,
damaged at end of
coupling.
Plastic hose kinked
Exhaust hose with cover worn,
exposing reinforcement.
Introduc
General Instructi
Use, Care and M
This technical booklet is inte
Novaflex Marine’s customers a
and maintenance of Nov
Novaflex Marine customers have reques
use, care and maintenance of marine as
Novaflex Group has developed this tech
understanding of marine hose. This info
users of Novaflex Marine products.
Hoses are designed to convey products
environment. This operation can present
operating procedures are not followed! “
Novaflex booklet is designed to supplem
not replace them. All hose and couplings
and it is critical for the user to understan
the safe and correct use of a hose assem
know the data presented in this booklet c
and application of any particular hose be
Every hose user should have in place a
the event of a hose failure.
Should you have any questions on any t
contact Novaflex Marine at: (800)334-4