From: JEWLSiyq@cs.com
Date: Fri, 18 Aug 2000 22:43:32 EDT
Subject: Re: balloon-d Digest V00 #229
To: balloon@balloonhq.com

In a message dated 8/18/00 6:08:39 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
balloon-d-request@balloonhq.com writes:

> Can I get a recommendation please? I have seen lots of battery operated
>  balloon pumps (for inflating 260's hearts,bees, etc.) but I'd like to know
>  which one you guys/gals like best. I prefer one that is small enough to 
wear
>  around the waist but that has enough battery power to last at least four to
>  five hours of non stop usage. 
Ya I want a battery that lasts four or five hours too, But the truth is I 
have a very good fanny pack pump and you have to change the batteries every 1 
1/2-2 hours depending on balloon size and twisting speed. You have to have 
more than one battery and a charger,  now every twister in my house has one 
so we have two chargers and several batteries the batteries are about $40.00 
I think. A specific Pump manufacturer could give you more details. As the 
batteries age they weaken too and have to be replaced.