Can anybody tell me if a fresh set of batteries will operate the pump long enuff to inflate the mattress more than once?
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I have the twin version of this, and I've gotten at least a half dozen fills on one set of standard Rayovac batteries. Since the power switch is easy to accidentally trip, I'd suggest either removing the batteries completely from the pump when not in use or (what I did) keep something (I use a notecard on which I traced the pump's outline and cut out) on top of the batteries when in storage.
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Well I used it for a week car camping and the pump worked fine ,not all batteries are the same
1353195
the bed will not hold air right of box and no warranty , use pump 3 times with new batteries pump got weaker and weaker one of the worst products i have ever purchased !!
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When I used mine this summer I filled it, another person in camp borrowed it and filled their mattress (his was a different brand), and I also deflated my mattress with it at the end of the weekend. The pump didn't seem to be lacking any power afterwards.
1413960
Did you put 4 batteries on each side? It takes 8 total. Otherwise your pump might use a 12 volt not the 9 volt connection. It should say on your pump right next to the plug.
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The pump that comes with one does not use batteries. However, I had a toddler Aerobed blowup mattress - it's pump is battery or electric & it fits this mattress also
92919
Do not store lead acid batteries. They will discharge over time, and discharging reduces their capacity. I learned the hard way. I bought a new APC UPS and didn't use it for a year. The battery was completely dead right out of the box. Made the same mistake with a portable air inflator. I let it discharge too much between charges and now it can barely hold a charge. Shame on me. Keeping them fully charged, I get many years out of them. I have one that's 11 years old and still working (I don't know how much capacity is has left, but it works).
457334
You do need a pump for this mattress. We use one that requires 4 C batteries and it not only pumps it up fast, but takes the air out too. FYI- When traveling with this pump, we had to take one battery out as it turned on and ran all day!
2015070
Only if you have access to an adequate source of electricity. The second (quiet) pump requires electricity full time in order to keep the mattress inflated.
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I'd get a better pump. This is good for a smaller mattress. Mine are 74 X 39 X 9 and it takes a bit to inflate it. Your mattress would not only take you quite a while but depending on how firm you want your mattress ( to me ) it won't inflate it to be anywhere near firm. Coleman's duel action hand pump ( $12 ) would be a better choice for a low cost pump. Don't be fooled because it's a hand pump. I wish I would have bought it rather than this one. Read the reviews for the battery pump and you'll see almost all say ok for small mattresses and the hand pump reviews say it inflates quicker and can inflate the mattress to be firmer ( and no batteries to buy ). Hope this helps ! I'd get a better pump. This is good for a smaller mattress. Mine are 74 X 39 X 9 and it takes a bit to inflate it. Your mattress would not only take you quite a while but depending on how firm you want your mattress ( to me ) it won't inflate it to be anywhere near firm. Coleman's duel action hand pump ( $12 ) would be a better choice for a low cost pump. Don't be fooled because it's a hand pump. I wish I would have bought it rather than this one. Read the reviews for the battery pump and you'll see almost all say ok for small mattresses and the hand pump reviews say it inflates quicker and... » Read More I'd get a better pump. This is good for a smaller mattress. Mine are 74 X 39 X 9 and it takes a bit to inflate it. Your mattress would not only take you quite a while but depending on how firm you want your mattress ( to me ) it won't inflate it to be anywhere near firm. Coleman's duel action hand pump ( $12 ) would be a better choice for a low cost pump. Don't be fooled because it's a hand pump. I wish I would have bought it rather than this one. Read the reviews for the battery pump and you'll see almost all say ok for small mattresses and the hand pump reviews say it inflates quicker and can inflate the mattress to be firmer ( and no batteries to buy ). Hope this helps ! « Show Less
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We used pump for our air mattresses & it fills up quickly now (I think it wasn't charged enough the first time)
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Yes - If you plug the pump into your car or standard outlet, you can immediately inflate your bed. It will draw power from your car battery or household electricity.
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I did not have any problems with it pushing air. I have a double high queen matress and it was able to inflate very firm. I took it on a 10 day camp out without having to change the batteries and I used it a little every morning, I also loaned it out several times. I would say it has a pretty long battery life.
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Yes a hand pump or battery operated air pump may be used to inflate the mattress.
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Hi I bought mine just before a camping trip --It inflates with the separate air blower that takes 4 D size battery's --I had one that had the pump built in and it would go soft halfway through the nite --Enjoy ---Rog
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I have to be honest and say that I don't know for sure I have used it on several occasion for 2 weeks straight as follow 1._ Make sure I have a full charge 2._ Fill up the bed. 3._ Then as needed refill the bed. (The battery was good for the 2 weeks period) I never had to inflate and deflate the bed on a daily basis and can't say how long the pump will last under those conditions
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Should be no problem, if you do not use it constantly. Give batteries time to recharge between pump cycles.
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Yes - no problem with a fresh set of standard batteries - Rechargeable batteries may give less life. Use the battery monitor function and if getting low, only turn on when essential :)
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THe PUMP is a sealed unit and the battery cannot be replaced. The PUMP is designed to exceed 1.5 years of regular use.
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As Long as you got a battery bank , I say give it a shot, because the inverter will trip if it cant manage the load and all you have to do is re-set