Warm Tips: Don't over-inflate (90% of inflating is enough) or High-pressure charging. Please keep away from sharp or hot objects. Inflatable products will naturally air leak, which is a normal phenomenon. If there are small holes can be repaired with patches included. This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave the child unattended while the device is in use. New Plastic pool floaties often have a slight smell for days after you take them out of packaging. Place the pool floaties outdoors for several hours or longer, so it can off-gas a bit. Unfold pool floaties, the more surface area it has, the more the smell can off- gas.