You can find all the specifications and measurements of this product on its specifications article.

1.  Make sure the pump’s air intake valve located under the handle is closed. This will allow the pump to inflate during both up and down motion.
   
2. Connect the hose to the OUT connector located underneath the handle. Use the pump for a few strokes to see if the pump seems to blow air. If it seems to suck air in, the hose is connected to the IN side, and you need switch the hose to the other side of the handle (OUT).
3. Connect the pump’s hose to the air valve by pressing down and twisting the hose in a clockwise direction.
4. Begin inflating the board using the handle in an up/down motion. It will be quite a workout to inflate your board, it is normal to feel a bit of muscle pain or fatigue by the time the board is fully inflated. 
5. **Please note that even though the board will appear rock solid visually, the pump will not show a reading until you reach about 7 PSI** 
   a. The pump is not defective, you just have to keep going until the board is filled up to that level. Afterwards, you will be able to get a reading on the gauge.
6. Midway through inflation, or when you find yourself having difficulty inflating the board, twist open the air intake valve located at the top of the pump’s air chamber to turn it from double action (pushes air on the way up or down) to single action (pushes air on the way down only. This is usually recommended after 9 to 10 PSI.
   
7. Keep pumping until your board reaches the recommended pressure level reading of 15 PSI.
8. While we use high quality valves that are rated to go up to 20 PSI, we recommend inflating your Maddle from 15 to 18 PSI.
   Most users will not see any differences between 15 PSI and 18 PSI, and 15 PSI will give you a very rigid feeling, without coming with additional pump time!
9. Once the board is inflated to 15 PSI, remove the pump’s hose from the air valve by twisting the hose’s tip counterclockwise.
10. Close the air valve cap by turning it clockwise.

Do not touch the piston in the center of the valve, otherwise you risk deflating your board after all of your hard work!

Powerful Electric Pump (Max capacity - 20 PSI) : 

1. Connect the electric pump’s electrical cord to your car’s 12V outtake. If you wish to use your electric pump on the go, you may purchase the Maddle Portable 12V battery.
2. Make sure the air hose is connected to the INFLATE side of the electric pump to inflate.
3. Remove the valve cap of your maddle in a clockwise motion.
4. Make sure the valve is closed (the pin is in UP position).
5. Connect the electric pump’s air hose tip to the air valve by pressing down and twisting in a clockwise direction.
6. Set the desired air pressure between 15 PSI - 18 PSI.
7. Turn on the pump.
8. Keep inflating until your board reaches a desired pressure level reading. The pump should stop by itself once fully inflated.
9. You will hear a loud compressor noise once the board appears inflated initially. This is normal, the pump is not broken. The compressor is needed to increase the internal pressure to the required level.
   **For safety and usage, make sure the board is inflated to 15 PSI rather than 1.5 PSI. :)
10. Once the pump has stopped, disconnect the pump from the air valve by twisting in a counterclockwise motion
11. Once the pump has stopped, disconnect the pump from the air valve by twisting in a counterclockwise motion.
12. Close the air valve cap by turning it clockwise.

You may connect the air hose to the DEFLATE side of the electric pump to deflate your board in an opposite manner once you’re done using it.

Compact Electric Pump (Max capacity - 16 PSI): 

Our compact electric pump (orange and black) works similarly.

You may follow the steps above taking in consideration it does not have a deflate function and is capped at 16 PSI. 

1. Insert the middle section of the Maddle Paddle in the lower section.
2. Press on the metallic button to insert the middle section all the way in the lower section. Make sure 
   the metallic button pops out of the hole in the lower section. You should hear a clicking sound to know it is properly in place.
3. Make sure the paddle’s blade is curved away from the user when setting up your paddle and at all 
   times when using it.
   
4. Insert the handle (upper) section of your Maddle Paddle into the mid-section. Make sure the handle is angled away from the user. The ridge along the length of the upper part will prevent the handle from turning during usage.
   
5. While standing up, set the tip of your Maddle Paddle on the ground. Adjust your Maddle Paddle’s length by pulling on the upper part of your Maddle Paddle. Raise your arm up and fold your wrist towards the front. Your wrist should fall over the t-grip (handle) while the paddle is touching the 
   ground.
   
6. Close the quick-release mechanism on the upper end of the middle part to lock desired height.
7. If the lock is loose, open the quick-release mechanism and turn the clip clockwise and close it. Repeat this process until it is properly snug. If you cannot close it because it is too tight, turn the clip counterclockwise.
   

The paddle itself is not air-tight. As a result, it may float for a few seconds when dropped in the water, but it will quickly fill with water and start to sink, potentially getting lost. To avoid this, we recommend not leaving the paddle in the water when it is not in use. Instead, you can secure it under the bungee cord at the front of your board. This will ensure your paddle stays safe and accessible.

Cleaning

1. After using your Maddle, you should always clean each component of the product that was in contact with water.
2. We recommend rinsing the product’s component with fresh water before using Maddle’s Paddleboard Cleaning kit to clean it. This product will not only clean, but also protect your board from UV light damages to a certain extent.
3. You may also rinse the product’s components with fresh water before cleaning it with water and soap.
4. It is also highly recommended to remove any sand / debris / particle from the Maddle Paddle junctions. Debris can find its way inside and make it hard to disassemble the Maddle Paddle.
5. Also, to prevent cross contamination of microorganisms and bacteria, you must always thoroughly clean your product before using it on a different body of water.
   
   *Please note that sand, rocks, saltwater and the sun will deteriorate the product over time. This is considered normal wear and tear and is not covered by the warranty.

Drying

1. After cleaning your Maddle and all its components, it is necessary to dry the products, You can let them air dry, or to accelerate the process, pat them with a towel before letting them air dry.
2. Never let water go inside of the board, whether by the valve or by a puncture in the PVC. This will create mildew and mold inside, which may damage your board.
3. If you do not have the necessary equipment / space / time to clean your Maddle right after use, complete this process as soon as you can.
4. Make sure to never leave your Maddle dry in the sun, as the sun’s heat can damage the board over time
   
   *Please note that improperly dried products can cause the product’s print and dye to leak / transfer.

1. When you are done using your Maddle and approach shore, make sure you step off your Maddle before reaching water that is too shallow. This will prevent scratches and punctures.
2. Carry your Maddle on the shore using the handles and lay it face down on a soft surface that will NOT scratch / puncture the board, such as sand or grass rather than rocks, concrete or pebbles.
3. Open the fin mechanism and remove the fins. Leave it open to help clean the product.
4. Refer yourself to the maintenance sections 1 and 2 below to clean and dry the products. It is important to let your Maddle board dry adequately before folding it and storing it away.
5. *On a clean and dry surface, flip your board face up and open the air valve cap by turning counterclockwise. Press down on the air valve tip. Please be mindful that air rushing out of your board at 15 PSI will create a LOT of noise. Let it empty itself of air for a few minutes.
6. Alternatively, you can use your pump, by connecting the hose to the OUT of your manual pump or the DEFLATE function on your standard electric pump (not applicable to the compact electric pump or the electric pump gun). This will allow you to completely empty the board.
7. Once the board is empty, make sure the air valve is still open. Start by folding the front tip of the board on itself. This means the EVA grip will be inside the fold..
8. Fold the board in about 7-8 sections while making sure it is not folded too tight. Folding the board too tightly may create creases in the EVA grip material.
9. Set the air valve to the Closed position. Close the air valve cap. If you do not close the air valve before the final fold, the cap of the air valve will damage your EVA grip pad.
   
10. Make sure the board and the accessories are dry before storing them in the backpack.
11. Once folded, put the board in the travel backpack, along with the rest of the accessories. Tighten the sides of your backpack to ensure that your bag’s content is not moving around and to maintain an optimal center of gravity. This will also prevent your board from unfolding and keep it in place.