Once inflated does the blower shut off or does it run the whole time like a bouncy house?
1938422
Just like a bouncy house! But they are small, placed facing down and are not loud.
1938423
It runs continuously, like the nylon fabric front yard inflatable holiday decorations. If the fan were to stop, the whole thing will collapse in seconds.
1938424
Runs the entire time, but very quiet, doesn't bother the sound from the movie
862930
Yes you do to blow it up. there is an on/off switch on the pump you have to turn it on to deflate it all the way too
1721215
Mine does the same thing. It runs but no air, I did not try it until a few weeks ago when I needed it and the same thing. It runs but no air. It's too late for me to return it so I just have to live with it. Sorry.
1146725
No, as soon as you turn the blower off it starts deflating so you have to leave the blower on.
1194001
Just bought one. The fan does NOT run all the time. Fan always runs when compressor runs and sometimes runs when compressor is off. Fan shuts off soon after compressor does, but periodically runs so that humidity sensor can sample the room air. If air is too moist, the compressor kicks in. If not, fan turns back off. Sensible design.
1481278
Yes it does have to be plugged in for the house to stay inflated. The cord is aprox 6-8ft. I have to use an extension cord.
134135
It runs for the amount of time you set it to run & then cuts off. It does not cycle.
987964
Yes & we run ours at 40lbs of pressure, & when it builds up it shuts it's self off.
1713447
It shuts off automatically, but not based on collection jug level. It has a float switch inside that turns it off when inside water level gets low. If jug is emptied before each run, it works great. If jug was partially full before a run it would overflow.
1194007
I just received mine June 1, 2015. The fan does shut off, but only for about 30 seconds when the compressor is not running. I would rather it ran all the time as it is hard on the fan to start and stop. It could cause premature fan failure. Unit does a great job. I had 79% humidity and down to 51% in one day in a new basement.
787746
The pump actually does needs to stay connected and running when the play house is in use, but the air pump is really not that loud at all so you would barely notice it after awhile.
2050003
I usually fill it to the fill line inside the unit (about a cup of water) and run it until it shuts off. That takes about 4 hours. Unfortunately, the unit doesn't "just" shut off. It alternately shuts off and turns back on for a while before finally stopping. The repeating off/on noise is noticeable enough that it wakes me up when using it at night.
1655489
You just turn it on or off.. Do not over think this, there is no three seconds involved. Just press button for on let it do its thing then press button for off. I let it run all the time so it cleans the air. Turn it off when you leave for vacation.
1422507
You have to blow it up like a pool toy. But we bought 1 and returned it wouldnt stay inflated. They sent a 2nd one same problem . Cost more in return shipping we just gave up.
1274882
No. It can shut off if it overheats. It is recommended to not run the unit for more than ten minutes at a time to avoid overheating. I have used mine to pump up four trailer tires that were low from setting for a long period of time. I was able to complete all four within 20-30 minutes without any problems. I just let it cool off for a few minutes after two tires, then start on the other two. It worked just fine.
939357
You leave it plugged in for continuous airflow. So far it's been a great product, durable & a great size for many kids (including the 6-8yr old range)....but it takes a lot of balls (we have 1500 in ours & it is barely 2 balls deep, we are looking at investing in another 1500). It folds away to almost nothing & set up/take down is almost effortless - - - as long as you have somewhere to store the balls.
1106408
The blower makes noise but it's not bad, just like any motor... It has to stay on or else it will deflate... It is definitely fun for the kids. I got this for my daughter to have on her 3rd birthday and she loved it!!! We still turn it on once in a while for her...