How To Use Gear Doctors Special Edition Oxylus Self-Inflating Camping Pad

How to Use Gear Doctors Oxylus

Oxylus is a self-inflating foam sleeping pad. Open the valve to let the foam expand, then top it up by mouth if you want a firmer feel.

Video Guide

How to Inflate Oxylus

1. Take the pad out of the pouch and unroll it on a clean, flat surface.
2. Open the valve completely and let the pad self-inflate for about 3 minutes. The pad should reach most of its inflation on its own.

3. Turn the knob to the inflow setting and add a few breaths by mouth if you want extra firmness.
4. Close the valve tightly.

5. Your Oxylus pad is set and ready to use.

How to Deflate and Store Oxylus

1. After you are done using the pad, open the valve completely to let the air out.

2. After the pad is deflated, roll it toward the valve with steady pressure to push out the remaining air.
3. Use the compression straps to keep the pad rolled and held in place.

4. Store the pad in the carry pouch.

How to Clean Oxylus

1. Inflate the sleeping pad and close the valve.
2. Prepare a soft brush, cloth, sponge, and pH-neutral detergent soap or gel.
3. Use a wet sponge with soap to remove minor dirt or stains.
4. Use a soft brush to remove thick soil or pine tree wax from the pad.
5. Wipe the pad with a damp cloth to remove any remaining soap.
6. Hang the pad to dry after cleaning it thoroughly.
7. Avoid drying the sleeping pad in direct sunlight.

Never store your mattress wet.

How to Store Oxylus Long Term

Follow these steps to help maintain long-term durability, airflow, and faster self-inflation on future trips.

1. Unroll the pad, allow it to self-inflate, add a few breaths, and leave the valve open.
2. Make sure there is no moisture or humidity inside or outside the sleeping pad.
3. Store the pad flat with the valve open. Place it under a bed, behind a couch, on a shelf, or in the back of a closet.

How to Repair a Punctured Pad

If the sleeping pad gets punctured by accident, use the included repair kit and follow the steps below.

1. Inflate the pad and submerge it in a bathtub. Look for bubbles coming from the leak.
2. If you do not have access to a bathtub, rub the pad with a sponge using soap and water, then look for small bubbles.
3. Clean the leaking area, mark it, and let the pad dry completely.
4. Use the repair patch to cover the punctured area.
5. Let the patch rest for 4 hours before inflating the pad again.

How to Replace the Valve Core O-Ring

1. Twist the valve open until it does not move any further.
2. Pull the valve cap out. You will be able to see the O-ring valve core.
3. Gently pick out the old O-ring valve core using a hairpin or toothpick.
4. Place the new O-ring valve core and press it into position.
5. Press the valve cap to close the valve.

Extra Tips

• Always carry the stuff pouch to protect the sleeping pad from wet, dirty, or abrasive materials.
• Your new sleeping pad has been folded, rolled, and stored since production. For first use, inflate it overnight with the valve closed. If the pad has been stored for a long time, follow the same step again.
• Do not leave the sleeping pad damp for an extended period of time. Moisture buildup can damage the fabric, and this is not covered by warranty.

Safety Notes

• Do not overinflate the pad.
• Do not leave the product inflated with a closed valve in direct sunlight, in a car, or in a tent.
• Do not expose the product to intense sunlight, hot objects, or flame.
• Do not use the product as a float or life-saving device.
• Do not use the product as a sliding pad.
• Do not use an electronic pump or hand pump to adjust inflation.
• Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, DEET-based insect repellent, or sunscreen.
• Keep the product out of the reach of pets.
• Protect the pad with a piece of fabric when using it outside a tent to help avoid punctures from sharp objects.

Warranty and Support

If anything goes wrong, contact Gear Doctors support and we will help you troubleshoot the issue.

support@geardoctors.com