About how long does it take to fill the compressor when it is empty?
347186
On first start up/plugged in for use, maybe 2-3 minutes. It's pretty quick. I've been able to start working right away.
347187
Great item. Probably 30 seconds, first time only. Maintains pressure for weeks when not in use.
556379
They are sent deflated. You think it is going to take a long time with the hand pump. But, in reality it takes about 20 minutes. The directions say to pump it half way up and leave it overnight. Then, finish up the next day (or 8-12 hours) I recommend you follow those instructions. It also recommends that you do not use a compressor (I have had some friends that have used a compressor and I think it weakens the ball). So, take the time and use the hand pump.
1574522
There are two components. The first, an off/on switch which activates the fan motor and a round valve (about 3 inches in diameter) that changes the flow direction from fill to evacuate. My experience is that it takes a few minutes to fill and then a second run to complete the fill, usually after about ten minutes for the bed to acclimate to being full. Turning the valve counter-clockwise (as you face it from the top of the bed) allows the air to bleed out. I let it empty without the motor ( about 5 plus minutes) and then just finish the job when the bed is as flat as it can get (that takes about 15 to 30 seconds). I fold up from the bottom in 1 foot sections while it fan is emptying the bed and then fold each end about 1/3 in so it fits in the supplied bag. I have been using it for about a month and have nothing but good things to say about it. Good luck.
1726387
If you have already "pulled the plug" on the air valve, use a compressor with a long attachment to insert into the air valve. It will inflate within seconds.
1493953
Hi Jill, Mine took 6 hours the first time but after that it fills fast.. 20mins for a gallon I think.
913996
It takes about 10 minutes to fill with a small electric pump. Once filled, it is as big as a twin bed. Hard to empty if you fill it with water but great as a tanning bed.
1419643
This unit from empty to full runs about 25 seconds. If memory serves me right I believe it it is rated at continues use. I really like this unit. Runs smooth and much quieter than many other brands. I've never had a bad experience with Rolair compressors.
1105276
Depends on how much water you put into the tank. If you fill to the max, it is about 5 minutes more or less where you will start getting steam to start or resume your project.
1052120
I filled up the whole container minus a little so there was room for the steam to build. As for the wait time, it took about 12 minutes before I got any real power. Unfortunately, you only get about a 3 seconds spritz before you have to wait another 3 minutes for enough steam to build back up.
1188732
It will run it for a short time. Then you will have to wait a min. While the compressor catch's up. But the tool is excellent
1188729
The compressor has enough to run it. but ig you use it for any length of time you might run out of air.
2110954
No....It is empty...Have to ensure that valve is closed and have a good power supply to let compressor fill air tank.
736833
You need to get some extra parts for the compressor. Like a filter, scuba tank fill nozzle, and most air compressors don't have enough psi output
1428121
As for all small compressors, if you block the air outlet you get 120 PSI. But the realistic pressure is such that I can increase the air pressure in a minivan tire from 30 to 40 PSI in about two minutes.
72212
Only a couple hours in my experience--and like many people, I returned one because of its short run time, and the replacement isn't any better. MAYBE they're improved the device since then--the reviews at Amazon have longer run times, but I wouldn't depend on it to run a compressor-like device for eight hours....
127080
If you look at the top of the compressor, there is a red ring around the gauge. You can twist this ring, which moves an indicator that points to the psi you want. When the compressor is on, it will fill to about this point and then stop.
1455485
Hi, I have a little electric pump I bought and it only takes 6 or 7 minutes to fill and a couple to deflate..Great Boat!!! Craig