Instructions for soccer balls. How to pump up a rubber ball
In order for a soccer ball to serve you as long as possible, it, like many other types of sports equipment, requires proper care and compliance with operating conditions. From these factors, as well as from the intensity of use of the ball, its service life largely depends.
Under the operating conditions are understood, first of all, the type and properties of the coating playground and weather conditions.
There are several main types playing surfaces:
- very hard (SUPER HARD), these are cinder areas, parquet in the hall, as an exception, an asphalt area, etc .;
– rigid, solid (HARD, TURF) made of various synthetic materials(can be both indoors and outdoors);
- soft: unstable ground, lawn.
There are several types of weather conditions, the main of which are: rain, snow, mud, high humidity and air temperature.
It should be understood that the materials used in the manufacture of the ball, the design options for the ball and the resulting specifications, such as rebound height, moisture resistance, wear resistance are selected for specific operating conditions. Therefore, carefully study the pictograms on the ball, they will tell you which games to play. weather conditions and on what grounds you can play this ball model.
| – the ball is suitable for playing on soft ground, lawns with natural and artificial grass; | |
| – the ball is suitable for playing on hard playgrounds with synthetic turf; | |
| – the ball is suitable for playing on areas with a very hard, hard surface, for example, cinder fields, hard synthetic coatings, halls, it is possible, but asphalt, etc. is highly undesirable. For the production of balls suitable for this type of coating, materials are used that have increased wear resistance and abrasion resistance; | |
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– the ball is suitable for use in conditions high humidity and in adverse weather conditions: rain, slush, mud; |
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| - the ball is suitable for playing at low temperatures of 0 ... -2 ° C, on snow-covered surfaces, in conditions of poor visibility; | |
| – the ball is suitable for playing indoors (mini-football, futsal) and, if desired, for playing on small-sized outdoor playgrounds with a hard surface. |
Dear customer, we consider it our duty to emphasize that football is still a game on a grassy lawn at temperatures above 0°C! Soccer balls, in principle, are not intended for playing in extreme conditions, such as, for example, frost - 20 ° C or asphalt. This does not mean that it is impossible to play with them in such conditions, it is possible, of course, but the service life of the ball is reduced by 3-5 times, and there are difficulties in returning the goods under warranty, since the marriage is not manufacturing, but is the result of a violation of operating conditions .
User manual
Attention! Before the first inflation, you need to perform the following actions with the ball: spread the ball as much as possible and shake it, so that the camera is freely and centrally located inside the ball.
Due to the specifics of packaging, transportation and storage of balls, wrinkles and creases sometimes form on their tires (the outer layer of the ball), which after some time (depending on the type of tire material and other factors) disappear and the ball becomes smooth. The same applies to the shape of the ball, after inflating, leave the ball inflated for a while, the panels and seams will straighten out, it will become round and even.
1. Inflate the ball as follows: apply 1-2 drops of special oil to the nipple hole or needle, take the ball by the panel where the nipple is located, insert the needle into it, inflate the ball to the pressure value indicated in the figure around the nipple. We strongly advise you to use oil, it not only prevents damage to the valve and the walls of the nipple when the needle penetrates, but also makes the material of the nipple more elastic and protects it from drying out. In the absence of oil, moisten the needle or nipple with saliva, but in no case use lubricants that are not intended for inflating balls, such substances may contain active ingredients that destroy the material of the nipple. The needle must also be special, suitable for inflating balls, the tip of the needle must be even, smooth, without sharp edges and burrs.
Attention, always use lubricants for the nipple or needle, otherwise you risk damaging the nipple and losing the ball!
It is recommended to always check the pressure in the balls with a pressure gauge. Pumping the ball creates increased pressure and excessive tensile loads on the panels and seams of the ball, greatly reducing its life.
2. After play, deflate the ball slightly using a needle and oil (saliva) to relieve pressure on the panels and seams of the ball and thus maintain their elasticity and shape. In a ball constantly inflated to maximum pressure, the panels stretch out, the density of the seams weakens, the ball wears out faster, absorbs moisture more, and its playing characteristics deteriorate.
Please note that latex bladders (they are found in most footballs, sometimes mini-soccers) tend to bleed air slightly, which creates the impression of "bloated". This is an absolutely normal phenomenon, easily eliminated by pumping the ball.
Care and storage instructions
1. After each game, wipe the ball with a damp cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use a cloth dampened with warm soapy water, and never use abrasive cleaners or cleaners containing solvents or other aggressive substances.
2. Let the ball dry naturally. If the ball is very wet, then wipe it dry first soft cloth. Dry the balls in a well-ventilated place, away from heat sources, at a temperature of +20-25°C and a humidity of 60-65%. Avoid exposure to direct sun rays and in no case dry the ball near and on the surface heating appliances. Prolonged exposure to dirt, moisture, high temperatures leads to deterioration physical properties ball, and, as a result, its playing characteristics, reducing the service life.
3. It is recommended to store the balls in a dry, ventilated place at a temperature of +5°C to +25°C and a relative humidity of 50-80%. Balls must be protected from direct sunlight, vapours, gases and chemicals.
Following the above simple rules will save the life of your ball for a long time!
We wish you a wonderful game and amazing victories!
Probably, each of you wondered how to keep the nipple of the ball, how to properly inflate the ball? Unfortunately, I could not find anything clear on the Internet. But today, we have come to what we can tell you about all the subtleties that arise when inflating the ball with a pump. Go:
1) Use ONLY a special needle that is designed for inflating balls (see the picture below) The needle should be smooth and without any scratches or nicks, they will significantly reduce the life of the nipple. Do not attempt to inflate the ball without a needle by simply pressing down on the pump/hose. AT best case you will not succeed, at worst, the nipple will fall into the ball and you will “get” to repair the ball or to a new ball.
2) You need to insert the needle STRICTLY VERTICALLY, after dipping the needle into a special lubricant. The lubricant will help extend the life of the nipple and maintain its elasticity (grease will be available soon in our group - https://vk.com/sosokservice). In extreme cases, spit abundantly on the needle! If you insert the needle at an angle, then you instantly spoil the nipple - tear it in the wrong place. The nipple is actually very soft and can be easily damaged by accident.
3) While inflating the ball, the needle must not be allowed to move in ANY direction inside the nipple. Not back and forth! Don't sway to the side! From this, the nipple gradually breaks.
Of course, it is impossible to firmly fix the needle while inflating the ball so that it does not move left and right, but the less the needle “plays” inside the nipple, the longer it will live!
4) Upon reaching the required pressure, smoothly, without sudden movements, remove the needle. Voila, you pumped up the ball correctly!
— Overpressure does not affect the service life of the nipple. It affects only the geometric parameters of the ball.
— How less times we insert the needle into the nipple, the longer it will live, for this it is advisable to use a pump with a built-in pressure gauge in order to immediately pump up the desired pressure. The fewer times we completely blow off and inflate the ball, the longer the nipple will live - because the rubber also oxidizes! Many times we observed a crumbling nipple for two reasons - oxygen and ultraviolet. Hence - do not store the balls in direct sunlight.
— Don't store balls in the cold, for example, in the winter in the car. During each winter, new balls are often brought to us for repairs. The reason is that in the cold the air inside the ball is compressed, and when they go to the gym, they try to pump up the ball in order to start training. But they forget about the important thing - in the cold, the nipple also coarsens, losing its elasticity. As soon as you insert a needle into a frozen nipple, you run the risk of severely damaging the nipple. If you really swing the ball after the frost, then after long storage at room temperature.
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Regardless of the purpose for which the ball was purchased (playing football, doing gymnastics, etc.), it must perfectly cope with the functions assigned to it. However, regardless of the purpose, the balls are blown away sooner or later, and everyone should know how to pump up the ball, taking into account its characteristic features.
Very comfortable to pump up the ball car pump, which usually includes a plastic nozzle, which is used to blow dust out of hard-to-reach places. By attaching the plastic tip to the nipple, you can easily inflate the ball.
In the case of pumping a non-soccer ball, in order to avoid losing its original shape, it should not be sat down or kicked. If it is necessary to use a needle for the inflation process, then first a couple of drops of special oil are applied to the nipple opening, and then the needle is inserted. Oil is needed to protect the walls and valve of the nipple from possible damage by the needle. To prevent drying out and give elasticity. The ball should be inflated to the value indicated next to the nipple.
It is not recommended to use oils not intended for pumping the ball, as they can destroy the nipple. The pumping needle must be perfectly even. And using a pressure gauge to monitor internal pressure will help avoid pumping the ball.
How to pump up a gym ball
A special pump is used to inflate gymnastic balls, which most often comes with the ball, but can also be sold separately. In situations where there is no special pump, it is perfect for pumping and Bicycle Pump. Only in this case, it would not be superfluous to stock up on a special needle for balls.
How to pump up a ball without a needle
AT similar situations When you need to inflate the ball and there is no needle, using a medical needle or an empty and clean ballpoint pen refill that does not have a metal refill can be a great way out. To makeshift fixture tightly entered the pump tip, it (the tip) should be wrapped with insulating tape until it forms required diameter. Using a sharp needle, it is important not to pierce the product.
To understand how to properly inflate our ball, you need to figure out what surface it is intended for. Surface difference: , (asphalt or other hard surface) and (on lawn). Having figured this out, we can find out with you how much we need to pump up our ball.
Before inflating, you can lubricate the pump needle or the nipple itself with silicone oil. Such prevention serves to ensure that the nipple is more elastic and retains its properties over time. If you have, then we will give you the generally accepted degrees of pressure in balls.
- To play in the hall, we will pump up to 0.6 bar
- For playing on hard surfaces, we pump up to 0.8 bar
- For lawn (soft ground) from 0.6-0.8 bar
For example: professional balls that are used in official matches are inflated to an interval of 0.8-1 bar.
For convenience, manufacturers usually write how much the ball can be inflated, this information can be found on the product itself around the nipple. If you do not have a pressure gauge on the pump, then you can check how much your ball is inflated without a special pressure gauge. A well-inflated ball cannot have a loose structure, but if it is pumped over, it will be too hard. You can test your inventory in another way: raise it to shoulder level and release it , if it jumps to waist level, then you pumped up your ball well!
Another tip for use. After the game, the ball is usually lowered - this is done to “relax” the equipment and relieve stress from the seams. A ball constantly inflated to the maximum may lose its structure and the seams may soon lose their strength. Therefore, we advise you to buy for a soccer ball, in order to extend the service life of the product.
Playing football in the yard or in nature is a young thing: even if you are over 50, regularly playing sports, you will feel like you are in your 20s. But what to do if the ball taken with you is blown away, and the question arises, how to pump up the ball without a needle and a pump in artisanal conditions (beach, nature, someone else's yard)? Naturally, it would be better to take care of this, and take a bicycle pump and a needle with you (the cost of which is no more than 150 rubles).
But, if the above equipment is not at hand, all is not lost! But remember that the methods listed below are far from the safest for your ball: you can simply pump it over and ruin it, so if we are talking about a rarity autographed by your favorite football player, then it is better to postpone such manipulations.
How to pump up a ball without a needle: "Medical" way
Advantages: low cost of the method, availability of materials. Everything can be found in the roadside pharmacy and the glove compartment of the car.
Disadvantages: in the outback, there may not be such a pharmacy. In addition, the instructions below are not an answer to the question of how to pump up a ball without a needle: this is an instruction on how to make such a needle.
The essence of the method
If trouble overtook you on the road, then with some effort and a little ingenuity, you can pump up the ball with a simple electrical tape and a needle from a syringe. The needle must first be blunted: it should not pierce the nipple, but smoothly enter it. Needles from blood transfusion systems are ideal: they are quite thick and durable. The tip of the needle should be blunted on asphalt or a knife sharpener. The result should be a needle with a blunt end, which will serve as the basis for the adapter from the pump to the ball. Next, carefully wrap the tape around the base of the needle. It will take about 12 layers. This is done so that the needle fits snugly into the pump hole.
Road way: how to pump up a ball without a needle using ... a car service
Pros: Pretty effective method pumping up a deflated one on the road To help you, car service assistants will come to your aid, who will be happy to help for a purely nominal fee. In addition, many may find the right needle. The method is suitable if there is neither a needle nor a pump at hand.
Disadvantages: at the right time, a car service may not be nearby. An inexperienced worker can pump the ball, from which it can burst from excessive pressure during careless pumping or during the game.
The essence of the method
It is known that in car services the most popular service is tire inflation. The compressor used for this can supply air under great pressure, which is what we need. The deflated ball should be pressed very tightly against the nozzle of the compressor and inflated until the desired level of rigidity is reached. You should be very careful to monitor the density so as not to pump and explode the ball. The procedure is best done by three people: two press the ball, one should turn off the compressor on a signal. By the way, for many modern models compressors have a nozzle for inflating balls.
Making injections with air: how to pump up a ball without a needle: an alternative but very debilitating way
Advantages: Another "medical" way, but this time it does not require a needle or a pump. Only a first-aid kit with a syringe and a few hours of time should be at hand, depending on the volume of the syringe found.
Disadvantages: the method is exhausting and inconvenient. It is possible to permanently ruin the nipple of the ball, and it will bleed air if you do not use special oil.
For those who didn't have any duct tape at hand or a car service on the way, there is another way to save a beach volleyball or street football tournament. The bottom line is to introduce air into the ball through a simple syringe. Depending on the volume of the syringe, the amount of work ahead depends: a 20-cc ball can be pumped up in about half an hour. 10 Ml - per hour. 5, 2 Ml - is the game worth the candle? .. This is the most affordable and artisanal way how to pump up without a needle, without a compressor at hand. To facilitate the introduction of the syringe and the safety of the ball, the nipple should be moistened with oil.
If there is a needle but no pump
Pros: Pretty fun and creative way pumping. Most likely, it will not work to pump up the ball to the desired density, but the pleasure of the process is guaranteed! In addition, the method is suitable for soft beach balls.
Disadvantages: the need to find a strong one or a bottle. The need to make an adapter.
There are those who do not know how to inflate a soccer ball without a needle. But the lack of a needle is, as it becomes clear, this is a third of the trouble. The worst is for those who, for some reason, cannot use the pump, since it is still possible to create a high one from improvised means, but it is very difficult to direct it to a certain point (ball). As a compressor, you can use a plastic bottle or a tight bag. Some craftsmen they manage to solder a needle into the cap of a bottle and pump up the ball over and over again, standing or carefully jumping on this bottle.
After the air from the bottle passes into the ball, the structure is taken out, another portion of air is injected into the bottle and the manipulation is repeated. And so - to the bitter end!
There is a more advanced way using vinegar and soda: vinegar and soda are poured into the same bottle, and the ball is injected carbon dioxide. But this is provided that the needle is firmly soldered into the bottle cap.
As we can see, there are a lot of ways to pump up a ball without a needle. None of them is notable for convenience and ease, but a true athlete is one who, despite all the obstacles, goes to the bitter end!
