How does this product self-inflate?
797073
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.
797074
Well actually it doesn't self-inflate. It has one of those twist thingies on the side that you twist and blow into then twist closed. Like beach toys. Only a breath or two and it's full. I don't blow mine up all the way because it seems more comfortable partially inflated. I bought it mostly for flying on Delta. I think their seats are the worst.
797075
When you open the valve it inflates itself--very cool, and very easy to use. Makes it a little bit tricky to deflate and put back in the holder; it kept re-inflating itself! With practice I'm getting the hang of it. I still highly recommend this seat.
797076
To inflate, you merely open the air valve, and the cushion inflates automatically. Once it is inflated, you close the valve. There is no need to blow air in to the valve. To let the air out, open the valve and then roll up the cushion to squeeze out the air. Then, close the valve.
797077
Twist the knob and the cushion sucks in the air.You can always blow into the cushion for a more firmer cushion.
797078
It doesn't self-inflat, you give it a few short bursts of breath and it's inflated. What I learned about it is that it's most comfortable Not totally inflated -- you need some "play" to cushion. Also, don't miss out on the "secret" -- it's not only soothing comfort for the tush, it's heaven for feet (partially inflate and put it on the floor and put your tootsies on top, feels wonderul, especially on flights). My husband and I really had delightful relief on flights.
508184
The term "self inflate" is kind of misleading. It does draw some air in when you open the valve, however the amount drawn in does not fill the air chamber. I would say that its a head start more than self inflating, as you'll need to add air to your liking.
1222399
Yes, I have used this product to inflate my own personal aero bed. It takes a few moments, and you don't need any of the attachments. Overall, this product works great!
1422319
It inflates very quickly. About a minute or less. The fan is small but powerful.
918939
IT is VERY easy to deflate. Pop the plug, lay on it until most air is out. The remaining little bits of air squeeze completely out as you roll it up to store.
192847
This whole category of "self-inflating" pads is based on a type of foam interior which is compressed when the pad is rolled up, but expands to it's natural shape and size once you open the air valve. This expansion can take several minutes... you just unroll the pad, open the valve and leave it alone. A new pad or one that has been rolled up a long time may need multiple times to get to full size... open the valve, close after a few minutes, lay on the pad for a few minutes, then open the valve again.
192848
Does inflate itself without you having to blow it up with your mouth? I see both comments below?
891240
You can use some kind of hand pump, but I just blow it up by mouth. Beware, there's a one-way valve in the stem - so be sure to pinch the stem while you're blowing it up. I'm 65-years-old and it takes me about 2 minutes to inflate completely. Hope that helps.
1367631
Ours came inflated to the correct pressure. You can pump it up with a standard inflating needle and pump.
26994
Hi, the item which i got has manual pump, it takes some time and energy to fill it, but it never deflates.
2088710
You first have to pop the little bag inside and shake. They explode on their own. You could step on the after it inflates but you would just have to time it before it works itself. Hope that helps.
730282
The initial inflation is not that loud - less than a hair dryer I would say. It only takes a few minutes to inflate/deflate completely
1914340
Very simple. Instead of turning button up to inflate, turn button down to deflate and it sucks the air right out! Easy to fold and get back in box if needed!
1786566
No, there are no self-inflating pads. Nothing inflates. It is thin, but works very well. I like it, some do not.
2283848
No it does not self inflate. I now have 2 and find them very good for relieving back pain. It just takes 2 or 3 puffs of air to inflate for a comfortable fit. I like these because they hold the air for weeks and sometimes much longer. I hope this helps.
2038085
It comes with everything to inflate also a patch which you WILL need. I had mine on carpet, never moved and in six months it was leaking--A LOT! Deflated completely in two days. Buy a better one.
48949
That's not been my experience ..... I let mine self inflate for about 20 min or so then gave it a few lung fulls of air to finish the process (probably not something you'd want to do in freezing weather). While it is true that the longer you wait the more air will naturally migrate into the mattress, but you do reach a point where you get increasingly diminishing returns. Normally 10 to 20 min is plenty followed by some forced air input either by lung power or small pump to finish the inflation to your tastes of firmness.