TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
How to get the maximum floating life
Under normal conditions you should see at least a five-fold increase in the floating life of your balloons when using HI-FLOAT and a ten-fold increae using SUPER HI-FLOAT. In low humidity weather, such as winter, the increase in floating life will be at a maximum. It is normal for treated balloons to float only half as long in summer as they do in winter becauseof higher heat and humidity.
To get the maximum floating life possible do these seven things:
Use SUPER HI-FLOAT. It gives twice the floating life as regular HI-FLOAT under all weather conditions.
Add the full recommended amount of HI-FLOAT. Use the blue pump restrictor clip for 11-inch balloons. Adding less HI-FLOAT will shorten floating life.
Inflate the balloons fully. The balloon shold float straight up when first inflated. If it leans to one side or doesn't float at all, you probably have not inflated the balloon large enough. It is normal for the balloon not to have much upward lift when first inflated. However, the upward pull will increase as the balloon dries over a couple of hours.
In hot weather keep balloons in an air conditioned location for at least the first few hours after inflation so they may dry quickly. The lower humidity speeds drying. HI-FLOAT does not begin to hold helium in until it dries. Ideal dryingtemperature is 72 to 80 degrees. Never put balloons inside a plastic bag since this will interfere with drying. Do not place balloons in a hot car or van. Run the air conditioner first to cool things down.
In cold weather keep balloons in a heated location for the first few hours after inflation. If it is too cold the balloons will not dry fast enough. Typical room temperature is adequate.
Pearlized and metallic colors float about a third less than regular colored balloons. If you need the maximum floating life possible, do not use pearlized or metallic colors. Also, heart shaped, GEO Blossom and GEO Donut balloons float much less than regular balloons.
Hand tie the balloons.
