How to use a pump for the first time?
Start by massaging your breast for a few minutes – this helps with the let-down reflex. It can help to look at a photo of your baby. Place the breast shield or funnel over your nipple, and switch the machine on. Start with a slow speed – or one that is comfortable for you. For a manual breast pump, squeeze the handle to initiate. Pump for 10-20 minutes or until the flow of milk stops.
How long does it take to pump up a paddle board?
The length of time it takes to inflate your SUP will depend on the type of pump you are using. With a regular hand pump it will take anywhere from 6 – 10 minutes depending on how fast you pump. With a good SUP electric pump it will take 6-8 minutes depending on the size of the board. How long does it take to inflate a paddle board? If you are using a hand pump and have some experience, it takes about 15 minutes to get a board tight and hard to the touch at 15 PSI. If it is your first time, it may take you 20-30 minutes. Electric pumps can inflate a board easier and faster at about 10 minutes.Your paddle board is fully inflated when it feels firm to the touch and does not flex under pressure. Most boards have a recommended PSI, typically around 12-15 PSI, which you can check using the gauge on your pump.Using a single-cylinder tire pump takes up to 30 minutes to fully inflate a paddleboard, while a double cylinder tire pump takes half the time of 15 minutes to inflate the paddleboards. These durations are still longer than the average electric SUP pump and are not suitable for a paddleboard.For all-round boards , or boards that you use for multiple purposes, an air pressure of 10-17 PSI (Pounds per Square Inch) is recommended. For race boards , the air pressure is slightly higher, about 15-20 PSI.
Do you pump up or down on a paddle board?
Turn the SUP board valve stem to the CLOSED (UP) position. This may seem counterintuitive, but it works because a closed SUP valve has a rubber stopper on a spring that allows pressurized air to push through the valve while preventing air from coming back out. Generally speaking, lighter paddlers (under 180 lbs) can inflate the board to 15-18 PSI, while heavier paddlers (over 180 lbs) should inflate to 15-22 PSI.For all Tower paddle boards, a PSI of at least 10 should be reached: You should find the last 30-40 pumps to be fairly difficult, but it’s worthwhile to get it to full inflation. Note that the gauge that comes with our pump will not register the air pressure until the board is at at least 7 PSI.Attach the free end of the pump hose to the H3 valve on the board and twist clockwise until it locks into place. Pump up the board until it reaches 10-15 PSI. It will be easy to pump at first and nothing will register on the inflation valve until the board is pretty stiff. Do not get discouraged, keep pumping.To Inflate – Valve pin UP Press and turn counterclockwise to the UP position. This activates the non-return valve and prevents air from escaping when you remove the pump hose.