How to deflate an air mattress correctly?

An air mattress is purchased instead of a bed for various reasons. But sometimes after using it a question arises. How can I blow it off now?

What you need to know about an air mattress?

Today there are a large number of different models. When choosing such an air bed, the main criterion is quality. Therefore, before purchasing, you should pay attention to the properties of the product and customer reviews.

Air beds have many advantages: mobility, compact storage, convenient transportation, for which a cover is included, but most importantly - comfort that is not inferior to relaxing on the sofa. You need to choose a model that will provide a comfortable body position and comfort during rest. Such products can also be used in other areas, for example, you can swim on the surface of the sea, sunbathe in the sun, or lie in the fresh air in the shade of trees in the country.

The most common mattresses are those with a built-in auxiliary valve that keeps air inside even if the lid is open. These models will be comfortable at home, outdoors, and at sea. They are universal for a wide variety of conditions, including extreme ones.

How to avoid mistakes when deflating a mattress?

• To properly vent the air, the product must be laid out on a flat surface.
• There should be no sharp objects in the place where it will be blown away.
• Electric heaters and heaters with high temperatures should also be kept away.
• When using the product, you should be careful with sub-zero temperatures, as they can damage its surface.
• To deflate, do not use high-pressure pumps, such as a car compressor.

How to deflate an air mattress correctly?

To inflate the mattress, a special external pump is used, and in order to deflate it, you need to apply certain forces and create certain conditions. Before starting the procedure, it is necessary to clean the product with a mild soap solution, but under no circumstances use aggressive cleaners. The surface should dry dry on its own, without the help of electric heaters or space heaters. The same applies to a mattress that was used for swimming - it must also be thoroughly dried.

To start the procedure, you need to open the valve and wait until the air deflates on its own. In this case, it is forbidden to press on it in anticipation of what will happen faster - the process will not speed up, and the product may be damaged. The larger the volume of the air bed, the longer you will need to wait until the air is completely released, but even then you should not press too hard.

It is important to use and care for the mattress correctly. So, a single air bed can be deflated in 10–20 minutes, but there are difficulties. In the hole through which the air space is pumped, there are special valves that prevent air from escaping under external pressure. To bleed air, you need to open the valve and squeeze it slightly. This way the bridge bends, which allows for faster deflation.

Advantages of a mattress with a valve

Models and brands of air beds are made with a variety of valves, so when deflating, you need to consider the shape of the valve.

• To deflate a mattress with a classic valve, you need to open it, apply light pressure and twist the product little by little.
• In the case when the valve is designed like a bicycle or a car, you need to press it with your fingers on both sides, and the hole will become open for easy release of air. In another case, you can use a match by pressing it on the central nipple. It will be convenient for two people to work here, when one blows and the other twists.
• Models with a removable valve are the simplest. It is necessary to unscrew the valve entirely, and the air will quickly come out on its own.
• There is an option when for downloading you can use the same electric pump that was used to inflate. You just need to turn on the “Air release” mode. In this case, you should not use a hand pump.

How to deflate an air mattress with a pump?

Pumps for air beds are very convenient and practical devices that help in the process of their operation. When purchasing such frameless furniture, it is recommended to purchase a pump with two modes: for inflation and deflation. Typically, low-pressure pumps are used in such cases:

• mechanical (hand, foot) require additional force;
• electric ones allow you to deflate the mattress with one press of the “Blowing Air” button.

The main rule of inflation is to regulate elasticity; the air inside the product should be no more than ¾ of the total volume, otherwise the seams may tear and the mattress will burst. If it is over-inflated, you need to let some air out of it.

How to deflate a mattress using a foot pump? To do this, you will need to apply a little less force than when inflating.The pump should be connected to the product and pressed on the air chamber, which fills with air and then releases it out. A set of mechanical pumps is usually supplemented with small adapters, with the help of which air is pumped out of the product.

With the help of an electrical device, the descent occurs through a hose, which is inserted into a specially marked hole and connected to an electric pump. It has a “Blowing air” mode, after turning it on, the deflation process begins.

An air mattress was invented to bring more comfort to everyday life. This comfortable product is suitable for sleeping, swimming and other ways of relaxation. It is important to know the rules of operation and careful care of it.