Part 2 The ball must have a valve it it possible the valve does not work or is there a trick to it?
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Make sure you remove the plug that came with the deflated ball. Then, the pump should have 2 valves on it - one of them should easily fit into the ball and fit over the tube so you can pump it up. After pumping, remove the valve and replace the plug back into the ball.
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I would call the company requesting a replacement. It may be under warranty. I had the previous model of this one for about 7 years and one of the valves stopped working a few years into owning and they replaced it no problem.....worth a try!
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Just check out make a mash tun on tiy tube. there are many how to's regarding the ball valve assembly.
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Apparently the valve (lever) is working correctly. The way the mechanism is designed it will not raise when you are sitting on it with all your weight when you operate the lever. Conversely it will not go down UNLESS you are sitting on it when you operate the lever. This may be your problem.
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That sounds truly strange as these balls are very sturdy. Is it possible it was defective in some way? I did, however, purchase a bigger ball. So far, it has held up pretty well. Check how long you've had it to see if it is still covered under their warranty, and let Gaiam know about your experience.
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I purchased the valve but did not do the work, so I do not know the answer to your question.
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There is a valve on the one side. You should be able to re-inflat with a needle - like one used to reinflate a basketball. Go to your local sporting goods store and they should be able to help you.
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The ball is still pretty crappy... just used reg small balls... I found it had to get the top screws in
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You need to squeeze the valve while you blow into it. It is a bit hard to do at first, but does loosen up after you use it a bit. Hope that helps!
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In my opinion these T valves are not worth a nickle. I've installed four and three leaked. No matter what I've done the leaks could not be stopped. With the fourth I was just lucky. My leaks were at the connection between the toilet and the valve. It leaked to the floor not into the tank. In your case the ball within the valve must be defective.
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I got a packet with the adapter to fill the ball and there were instructions stapled in the packet. It was a gift for someone, so I didn't actually fill the ball, but was told everything worked fine. Maybe you didn't receive the packet? Mine was rolled up in the ball. Hope this helps.
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It sounds as though your ball is not seated properly or the connection is not tight enough. I have had this model for nearly a year with no stability issue at all. My husband has used the same type for nearly three years and his is still very stable. Mine did come loose one time and I had trouble getting back on securely. Once I got it to 'snap' in place it has remained tight and moves only when I move it myself. If this is a new purchase I would suggest contacting the seller for replacement.
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That's a little tough to answer. When I turn mine on I turn it very slowly in very small increments so that it starts slowly increasing it as I need it. My first guess is that you are turning it too far so getting the full force. If you aren't turning it to full force and getting full force something else is wrong with the valve.
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Hi Nancela, After the first fill, you'll need to occasionally add air to the ball. Once you settle on a good PSI you should use the gauge to test if it's where you like it and maintain that setting.
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The ball in the tube makes clicking noises when you tap it plus a little water comes out. So do this while calling your dog over. They will sniff it and realize water comes out and with the noise they will put 2 and 2 together. Try a couple of times in the day and should be no time at all. I have this same model water bottle and it is useless. Leaks and never worked period.
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There is a check valve though just a ball with a spring holding pressure on it dont know how much pressure it would take but I don't have any pressure in my system when unhooking just the pressure in the feed hose
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Your ball is underinflated. If I remember correctly you should inflate until ball is 22 inches in diameter.At that size your problem will be solved.Reread instructions.