How do i inflate the pillow? Never mind: found this on product's web site: http://www.travelrest.net/videos-s/18...
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There is a cap that covers the place where you inflate the pillow. You remove the cap and just blow on that area - it will inflate. However as I mentioned in the review there is a red button on it too - be very careful because it falls off easily and this is what you use to deflate it by pressing on it... Mine fell off and now I will have to contact the manufacture to get a replacement....
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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.
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you have to plug it into a wall socket to inflate it. I don't think there is anyway to inflate it without plugging it in. I didn't see a way nor did it mention how to do that in the instructions, without plugging in that is.
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There is a valve that you open, and the seat "self-inflates" (you can manually blow into it as well)... The beauty of the Thermarest products is this "self-inflation" value and technology. I am a pilot, and this is an AMAZING product... I open the valve--sit it on the windshield while I pre-flight the plane, then I adjust the volume of air and sit on it... When I am finished with the trip... I open the valve, squeeze out the air and roll it into my bag.
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Since the question I have received sounds like the first part of the question is missing. I will respond this way. You will need to have a pump to inflate and maintain the inflation of your ball. The one you shared as being the one you used looks more than fine for the task.
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Once it inflates, you need to purchase the CO2 re-arming kit (over $20 on Amazon) for the next use. Of course, you can blow it up manually but that defeats the whole concept. Since Amazon does not let you return this item, I would definitely check this out at a sporting goods store first. I, for one, would not buy it again.
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In relation to the first comment, I thought the directions recommended to only use it when inflated. I just love this pad, you can inflate to whatever size you want .I highly recommend it, fits great in lower back or for shoulder pain.I was just using it today for a muscle spasm. Worked very well indeed. the purpose
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To be perfectly honest with you, I purchased this for my 84yr. old mother, to help keep her neck from hurting when she would fall asleep watching the t.v. She HATED IT. My daughter used it on a trip to Hawaii, and could not use it because it was VERY uncomfortable, she felt like it was strangling her, and had to take it off. Your neck size sounds about like her neck size, same as mine. I would say, save your money and just use a small pillow. I could have gotten my money back, but would have had to pay for the shipping, and had paid enough already. That's "our" honest opinion, hope it helps. To be perfectly honest with you, I purchased this for my 84yr. old mother, to help keep her neck from hurting when she would fall asleep watching the t.v. She HATED IT. My daughter used it on a trip to Hawaii, and could not use it because it was VERY uncomfortable, she felt like it was strangling her, and had to take it off. Your neck size sounds about like her neck size, same as mine. I would say, save your money and just use a small pillow. I could have gotten my money back, but would have had to pay for the shipping, and had paid enough already. That's "our" honest opinion,... » Read More To be perfectly honest with you, I purchased this for my 84yr. old mother, to help keep her neck from hurting when she would fall asleep watching the t.v. She HATED IT. My daughter used it on a trip to Hawaii, and could not use it because it was VERY uncomfortable, she felt like it was strangling her, and had to take it off. Your neck size sounds about like her neck size, same as mine. I would say, save your money and just use a small pillow. I could have gotten my money back, but would have had to pay for the shipping, and had paid enough already. That's "our" honest opinion, hope it helps. « Show Less
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The one I received did not inflate enough to make it useful. Returned to Amazon. Have a Thermarest Lumbar Pillow which still serves its purpose after 25 years! Recommend that instead.
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I haven't tried, but how did you open the pillow? The filling feels nice and fluffy, but couldn't tell you what's inside there. After 4 straight days of use, the filling is just as fluffy as it was brand new.
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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.
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I'm not sure how you are supposed to pump it up. I happened to have something like "Classic Accessories Inflatable Boat/Tube Hand Pump" (if you search on Amazon) from something I had before. Definitely wouldn't want to to try to blow up with my mouth. Best of luck.
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I have both and yes, you can do as you suggest. I prefer the foam structure as it has more support on the back from the regular pillow, but used the travel version for two trips spanning 3 weeks and it worked just fine. If you don't have the regular pillow you won't miss it.
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You have to press down in the white area of the inflating tube. This can be done using the cap. Just the cap tab inside and push down.
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Hi this is super old so I don't know if you'll see it, but Phoenix over at Mattress Underground really knows his stuff about mattresses and what to do in this situation. He's got a great long standing forum that covers everything you've ever wanted to know and more about mattresses and toppers and materials. ( I know this sounds like I'm a paid shill, but I'm not... I swear. :) I've just had really good luck over there when I've had questions of this sort.)
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Yes the best way to inflate this is by buying a small air pump, I have a coleman one that I bought at walmart for $20 that works perfect to blow up all our inflatables.(would take a long time to blow up by mouth :) )
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I'm a bit confused. Are you saying the pillow went flat and /or your husband is flat as in not a heavy man but thin? I don't understand fully but if you are a large person the pillow of course will flatten a lot , especially if it is sat on for more than a few hours at a time. Sweetie, there are a lot of things people sell that are in your words "no good" hehehee. Like alcohol for instance. After it flattens all you have to do is jiggle it around and fluff it a bit and it should go back to normal. Mine does. Anyway, i'm sad it doesn't work for you but millions of others love it.