Inflation Guide
Inflation Guide
Inflation Tools Needed

Tapered Air Nozzle and Air Source

Polyform U.S. Specialty Hand Pump

Polyform U.S. Inflation Adapter with any standard tire pump
Step by Step Guide
Step 1
- Polyform # 30 hand pump
- Other hand or foot operated pumps
- Air Compressor
- Service Station Air Pump
Step 2

Step 3

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Step 5

Inflation Chart
NF Series | ||
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Product | Max Circumference | |
NF-3 | 17.6 in | 44.7 cm |
NF-4 | 20.1 in | 51.0 cm |
NF-5 | 27.9 in | 71.0 cm |
Deflation Instructions
How to Deflate Polyform U.S. Boat Fenders and Buoys
You can deflate any Polyform boat fender or buoy that has an inflation valve (All Polyform US fenders and buoys except the small G-1, G-2 and WS Series have a Polyform inflation valve). To deflate unscrew the screw from the inflation valve and insert a long thin, blunt object (like a hex key, or stiff wire) into the valve to disengage the backflow prevention flap, apply pressure to the buoy or boat fender to squeeze out the air, then replace the screw, being careful not to over tighten. The best way to avoid over tightening is to stop turning the screw once it's flush with the surface of the buoy or fender. Over tightening the valve screw can do irreversible damage to the valve. Larger products (A-5, A-6, A-7, F-13) have a blue deflation valve built in so simply unscrew the white screw and squeeze or vacuum the air out. No tool is necessary to release the backflow prevention flap.