45+ Intex Air Mattress Leak

They have reverse threads that allow the pump assembly to be removed.

Intex air mattress leak. No one seems to reply to how to remove the built in air pump in intex mattresses. The presence of bubbles means that air is leaking from the mattress through a hole. Next cut out a square of thin plastic big enough to extend a centimeter past the hole on every side from something like a shower curtain or tarp. Its the same for pinhole leaks and seam leaks though its not always possible.

A bad seal or a cross-threaded cap can leak a significant amount of air in a somewhat short time. Before you try to locate a leak in an air mattress inflate it as much as you can and inspect the valve to see if its damaged since a broken valve is a common source of leaks. When you know wheres leaking its time to fix it. This will also work.

In any case if you find yourself with a leak in your mattress or a broken pump and believe either problem is due to a factory error you should contact Intexs customer service line and figure out whether or not you can return your product and get a replacement or your money back. To patch a leak in an air mattress start by using sandpaper to lightly scrub away the soft felt on the surface of the mattress around the hole to help the glue stick better. If by some miracle the leak still escapes your eye fill your bathtub and submerge the air bed completely. A hissing sound indicates an air leak.

I know areobeds are more expensive but gotta say worth it. I also just recently purchased an Intex air mattress and in literally 33 days air was coming out of the valve. The material and the seams are so durable INCLUDING the valve which. To check seals and caps listen carefully for any hissing while forcing air pressure towards the cap or seal.

If you dont have a spray bottle on hand use a cloth dampened with warm soapy water to wipe areas of the air bed. The seams are also made very cheap and thin so that i dont have a tear but just the seams are leaking. Submerging the mattress in water spraying it with soapy water and dumping baby powder on it may help you find an air mattress leak but these methods also leave you with a mess and potential damage to the mattress. If the valve looks fine try spraying the air mattress with warm soapy water and looking for bubbles created by air escaping the mattress.

The kits consist of a patch and adhesive you apply to the mattress to cover and repair the hole. Some holes are so tiny you can barely see them so you may need a little help locating the source of the air leak in order to patch it. Its common to have a leak around the face plate. If not the kits can be purchased from an Intex dealer.

The intex unit doesnt seem to have that feature or if it does its a secret that repair people dont want to reveal. Other mattress pumps can be removed by turning the round inflator knob counter clockwise to the stop and then muscling it further. Since Intex air mattresses can tear if they come in contact with sharp or jagged objects this manufacturer typically includes a repair kit. With this method leave the mattress out to dry before attempting to repair.