I constantly have to pump it back up and I can't figure out how to make it stay inflated. How can I keep it inflated?
1594485
There is a plastic disk button that you have to insert into it after you blow it up it is like a thumb tack but plastic and big it may be in the bag somewhere look in the box for it.
1594486
Mine stays inflated with no problem. Check to make sure the plastic "plug" that came with it is pushed in all the way.
508185
Just unroll it , open the valve and it will inflate, then close the valve. It only inflates an inch or 2.
1914339
Unpack it carefully when you first receive it. Make a note on how it was folded so that you can easily fit it back into the box for the most efficient storage size. Unfortunately I didn't do this and had to figure out how to fold it up after using it.As it is deflating with the pump, tuck the sides in between the top and bottom layers. Once it is totally deflated and flat, fold it lengthwise so that it is only one-fourth as wide. The pump is very thick so you have to figure out how now to fold it so that most of the mattress material is not over the pump, otherwise it won't fit back into the box. I've only done it once so far but it did fit back into the box. Unpack it carefully when you first receive it. Make a note on how it was folded so that you can easily fit it back into the box for the most efficient storage size. Unfortunately I didn't do this and had to figure out how to fold it up after using it.As it is deflating with the pump, tuck the sides in between the top and bottom layers. Once it is totally deflated and flat, fold it lengthwise so that it is only one-fourth as wide. The pump is very thick so you have to figure out how now to fold it so that most of the mattress material is not over the pump, otherwise it won't fit... » Read More Unpack it carefully when you first receive it. Make a note on how it was folded so that you can easily fit it back into the box for the most efficient storage size. Unfortunately I didn't do this and had to figure out how to fold it up after using it.As it is deflating with the pump, tuck the sides in between the top and bottom layers. Once it is totally deflated and flat, fold it lengthwise so that it is only one-fourth as wide. The pump is very thick so you have to figure out how now to fold it so that most of the mattress material is not over the pump, otherwise it won't fit back into the box. I've only done it once so far but it did fit back into the box. « Show Less
669503
You need to pump it up in stages so you wiuld need to wait that long just to inflate it. Once inflated you can use immediately.
839712
I used an electric air pump- that was the only way I could get the air in it. Otherwise it was not taking air.
879710
I also wanted to add that if you plan to blow it up without a pump it can be a pain. I kept it blown up, but if you don't plan to then I would get a cheap pump so it's easier to deflate/inflate.Also, the temp reading is not accurate so I wouldn't go by that which again to me is not a big deal.
794057
You have to squeeze the base of the inflation valve you used to inflate the collar and press down on it. When you were blowing it up, you should have had to squeeze the inflation nozzle for it to inflate easier as well.
1722820
June, I personally have never had to deflate it but I can't foresee that as any problem. Just pull the plug and let it deflate. Inflating it was simple! Hope this helps. P.S.This is still a HUGE favourite with my granddaughter. Can say enough good about this product!
967846
For me I just use a little battery operated pump , air it up till it feels moderately tight then go for it. Just a word of advice....be mindful that on a hot day they will get too tight and you should beach land it a relieve a little pressure. on a cold day I had it all pumped up, threw it on the trailer and headed to the lake, when I got there it was deflated considerably due to the cold. I pumped it up and away it goes. Its a awesome rig. Get U 1, FISH ON!
1918442
No drain in mine and it would not stay inflated. Maybe I got a defective one.
771617
Theirs a button on the pump you press it down. If you want it completely deflated you'll have to apply pressure.
663094
I tried to inflate it with an air compressor i usually use for tires & it worked a little but the hose was not the same size as the inflation valve so I could not get a good seal going on & ended up finishing blowing the thing up the old fashioned way (with my own hot air) while making a mental note to purchase an air pump made for air mattresses. I. Have 2 of these air mattresses & they have held up very well through several camping trips & sleepovers with kids jumping on them.
439254
Hi: You really don't need a pump to inflate this ball. I blew it up with the little stick that comes with it and my mouth. I do this once in a while because the ball loses a bit of air and gets soft; so I just insert the little stick and blow through my mouth. It's really simple. I hope this helped!!.
186496
I had the same issue and it took a while to figure it out. Since we use it rarely we don't recall how we finally did it. If I recall correctly, the pump mechanism really does not let the air out. I think we took the mechanism off the mattress. You'll have to experiment with it.
1295607
Same as what Evan S. said.... a small air pump like you'd use on an air mattress works great on this! It's an AWESOME cooler float but it would take a long time to be blown up by mouth :-)
310300
I just opened mine. Make sure the pump pin is screwed on tightly and that you stick the pin halfway into the ball. I had air escaping and my husband made those two adjustments and my ball is firm and has retained its firmness.
1708777
I purchased an inexpensive pump that you plug in. Otherwise.....you will probably pass out trying to blow it up yourself!