
STEP 4:
Ensure there is no dirt or sand in the valve
area or in the hose, then connect the pump hose to the
valve by inserting the hose adapter piece into the valve
and turning clockwise, about ½ of a turn, until it is
securely in place.
Pro Tip:
If the hose is twisted it can
cause the hose to unscrew from the valve. If this
happens untwist the hose so that the pressure on the
hose is going in the clockwise direction to help keep
the hose attached to the valve.
STEP 5:
The pump will have two settings,
One-Way and Two-Way. For the initial
inflation period you will want to use the Two-
Way setting, which means air is going into the
board on both the down and up stroke with
the pump.
STEP 6:
Pump air into the board by raising and
lowering the pump handle. As the board starts to
take shape you will feel resistance from the pump.
At this point remove the red screw to switch to the
One-Way setting (some pumps may have a lever
which switches from 1-way to 2-way position).
Continue inflating board to desired pressure, not to
exceed 15psi. We recommend between 12-15psi
for optimal performance.
NOTE:
Inflation can take 10-15 minutes depending on the model.
The gauge will not read any
pressure until the board is very firm
.
Keep inflating and monitor the gauge – you will slowly
see the gauge begin to move to a higher pressure.
NOTE: Direct sunlight will cause the
pressure in the board to increase.
If you will be leaving the board in direct sunlight on a hot
day do not inflate above 13psi.