How To: Set Up An Inflatable Slide
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General Info:
1. Unroll the inflatable on a flat surface, at most 50 ft from the electric source you'll be using. Make sure no rocks, sticks, pine cones, etc. are there to puncture the bottom of the inflatable. Also check height clearance for trees, power lines or overhead obstructions. Tarps should be placed underneath an inflatable before proceeding.
2. Unroll the inflatable in the direction you want the ride to face. Unfold until the inflatable is completely flat and ready to inflate. Leave a clearance of 5 feet on all sides. Make sure all velcro vents and outer zippers are tightly closed on the sides and bottom of the inflatable.
3. Attach the Blower(s) to the Port inflation tube(s) (extended air hose / Blower tube) and close all the other tubes. The Port is generally located in the very back or on the sides of the inflatable. Secure tightly, tying off any additional Ports by turning the material clockwise and tying the tie around the Port.
Check to make sure the Port (air hose) leading to the Blower is not twisted. Completely tighten it around the neck of the blower but make sure a little air can escape so the inflatable will not burst.
4. Attach heavy extension cord(s) from your power source. Designate one (20 amp) fuse for each Blower, which usually means one (110-volt) outlet for each Blower. Use the extension cord(s) provided, and do not extend more than 50 feet from the power source.
5. Turn the power on at the On/Off switch. While the ride inflates, check to make sure air is escaping the vents or Ports only slightly. It could take 5-7 minutes to inflate your slide.
6. Anchor the inflatable with stakes or sandbags. Before installation, make sure you've called 811 to locate underground utilities, so you can confidently stake down the equipment!
Stake the unit on ALL 4 corners. Drive stakes halfway into the ground at a 45-degree angle away from the inflatable. If set up on a hard surface, use sandbags and attach them to the D Rings.
7. If there is a pool, fill it to the correct level. Then attach your hose to the spraying system and turn your spigot on to minimum pressure. This low level works best to prevent flooding.
8. Inspect your set up and make sure there are not any safety issues before allowing riders to enjoy.
