Is there a static setting, like pump or set the pad to extra firm and leave it as (w/o the pump being on constantly and alternate deflates/inflates)?
500621
I have never done that, I don't see why you couldn't. The way mine is being used is for pressure relief on parts of the body, consequently I use the inflation/deflation alternation. You have to actively deflate it for storage, so it should maintain a static firmness for all over for firm support without the pump action. Hope this helps!
500622
I'm not sure what "static setting" means. The heavy duty matress has rows of air chambers that keeps the air moving around at the firmness that you choose. The matress does not completely deflate unless you turn the pump off. I think the air movement is not noticable to the patient, it just keeps changing so they don't have pressure on the same spots constantly. I change the pump settings throughout the day also changing from soft to a little firmer. Easy to set up and use. I HIGHLY recommend this products for anyone that is bedbound. I believe it has played a huge role in keeping my husband's skin from breaking down. I hope I have answered your question. I'm not sure what "static setting" means. The heavy duty matress has rows of air chambers that keeps the air moving around at the firmness that you choose. The matress does not completely deflate unless you turn the pump off. I think the air movement is not noticable to the patient, it just keeps changing so they don't have pressure on the same spots constantly. I change the pump settings throughout the day also changing from soft to a little firmer. Easy to set up and use. I HIGHLY recommend this products for anyone that is bedbound. I believe it has played a huge role in keeping... » Read More I'm not sure what "static setting" means. The heavy duty matress has rows of air chambers that keeps the air moving around at the firmness that you choose. The matress does not completely deflate unless you turn the pump off. I think the air movement is not noticable to the patient, it just keeps changing so they don't have pressure on the same spots constantly. I change the pump settings throughout the day also changing from soft to a little firmer. Easy to set up and use. I HIGHLY recommend this products for anyone that is bedbound. I believe it has played a huge role in keeping my husband's skin from breaking down. I hope I have answered your question. « Show Less
500623
Unit only has an "on/off switch" and pressure control. When switched off the air pad deflates.
500624
You can set it to soft or firm or extra firm (it comes in numbers relating to intensity), but you leave it on at ALL times and it alternates the air in the chambers so that the pressure on the patient is never in ONE same spot. It really helped my father who is bed-ridden and had some bed sores. It restores the circulation to the area and alternates pressure points automatically to keep the whole body healthy and without any pressure sores. It's very quiet...
839480
Just air it out - fluff it - turn it over a few times. We haven't had a problem with it.
301483
Try this ...are you certain that you filled it up completely. When I was filling the bed it looked like it was at maximum fill so I laid on it to try it out and it was real soft in the middle and it dipped so I inflated it more and it is firm and comfortable with no dip. Hope this helps.
1864155
As I've only had the futon for a month, I can't really answer that. The center of the mat, where I spend most of the time is compressing a little but, it is still retaining most of it's volume. As with everything, time will tell.
48951
Not true in my experience. You should inflate it when you first get it and leave it that way until you need to pack it for your trip. This is true with most sleeping pads.
1373796
no, it doesnt inflate like the the sides...the bubble mat goes under to make it comfortable but a better option is to use gym or garage interlocking foam mats and its so much more comfortable....they dont cost to much either to upgrade.
46819
I use a pressure gauge and pump the inflatable to the manufactures specification. I find that this is the best way. I don't loose very much air when disconnecting the pump providing you perform the operation quickly.
250246
Mine fully inflates. Didn't notice anything on the ends to show that it is not the same as the rest of the unit. I do blow a few breaths in to it though. Might be a bad unit.
389845
In theory the straps should be on the top. The air pumps in from the bottom so you can control the level of inflation from that configuration. However, I have found the straps cut into my chin, so I will also reverse it so the straps are on the bottom, to prevent the irritation to my chin, once I have it inflated to the level I want.
186496
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.
2187783
No, no, and no. This is a very good, very comfortable air mattress with some outstanding features, the best of which is the automatic virtually silent "never flat" secondary inflation pump. I guess you could wipe the suede-like top down with a damp rag, - best solution is use a mattress pad and don't get the bed dirty. We slept on ours for months and they were never dirty enough to wash.
993881
Yes. I set mine to inflate manually. It can be reset to inflate automatically again if desired.
250245
You may have to physically blow some additional air into the valve to fully inflate - and thus fully extend - the mat.Only complaint I have with mat is I'm a 'side sleeper' and the 2" thickness is still not enough to avoid pressure points at hip and shoulder. (Adult male, 5'9", 195#.... Maye the 195# thing is more of the issue!!)
176818
I just plugged it in and turned the dial to inflate. You don't need to inflate it until it feels stiff. I put one knee on it, and if I can barely the floor, it's perfect (for me anyway). I've had mine for two months. It replaced an older one that died after 5 or 6 years.
515551
it should inflate somewhat when you take it out of the bag but if it doesn't just fluff it up, thats what I do when it deflates
855261
The separation issues are due to over inflation. I had mine for 3+ years using it daily i'd only have to ad air once every few weeks. I bought one for a friend around the same time I got mine and his only lasted a year but he had a tendency to aim for the firmest he could get resulting in the sections violently separating one by one till it was a round mass on the top n bottom. if you use it right it's not an issue. if you need it that firm you prob shouldn't be getting an air mattress. I've bought several more over the years for friends and family and am about to buy another one the people having this issue over inflate simple as that.
1535162
Hi Alana, I have tried to adjust mine and have found no matter which setting I put it on they all do the same thing. In other words the makers of this machine led people to believe we have a choice. this is the conclusion I came up with. It has an off and on button that works period. I use mine often as it does feel great on my tired and sore feet.