Smooth Hoses, Repairing

NOTE:

Smooth hoses with a 5x1mm or 6x1 mm diameter can be replaced with EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) hose.

Fig 1: Repairing Smooth Washer Hose

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Trim and remove damaged sections of hose.
Select the appropriate EPDM hose - 2 - and cable tie.
Cut a length of EPDM hose - 2 - so that the ends of the smooth hose - 1 - and - 3 - can be pushed approximately 10 mm into the EPDM hose - 2 -.

Fig 2: Securing Hose With Cable Ties

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