How well does it operate outdoors in snowy winter conditions?Does anyone use it in cold winter conditions?
193824
I second this question...But I want to temporarily stick it in the fridge to save $100 on replacing that light.Batteries do tend to die quicker in the cold though.
560292
We have had ours 'on' constantly since we purchased it (4 mo. +) in an uninsulated 10x12 cabin on our property during this cold Ohio winter. It has performed flawlessly so far. It has kept our cabin above freezing (41 degress minimum). We are pleased with its performance.
380584
I have one in the garage and it works great out there. In Michigan we have very cold weather.
1940365
I don't use it in the rain so I can't answer how it would hold up. Works fine in cold weather.
375789
I have only used it in Florida and the summer in Colorado so I can not answer about cold conditions. It does ok on cloudy days, it just takes a while longer to charge fully.
495883
Mine started to freeze and then kept on. At first I was able to hard reset, that stopped working then I tried I hit the outside reset (Pinhole button on the side), it didn't work. I only had it for two weeks. Snowy screen constantly. So I returned it.
494573
The instructions say that it only turns on below 60 degrees. However, I only plug it in when it snows. Otherwise it'll run all the time when it's cold. I've been happy with it this winter, it keeps things melted several inches around it. However, downstream from it, water runs under the snow and it's a little icy.
1303535
I used several years ago, maybe 24 inches of snow on roof. Biggest problem I had was keeping from being covered with snow that came off the roof. Unit worked great. Very pleased with it. Used on 2 story house which meant I had to use a ladder to reach the highest part of roof.
683391
I am not sure if the Temperature during winter will affect the unit. And ofcourse, this unit must be protect from rain and snow. I do not think it is a reliable device to be used outside.
234230
Yes I have used mine in the rain and in the snow but cold affects battery life
2208578
It does not work well in wet snow, primarily because the chute keeps clogging. Beyond that, it works harder so I have actually had the battery run out on me just short of finishing my driveway due to the intensity/thickness of the snow. But you know, even struggling through the wet snow with this is SO MUCH BETTER than struggling to shovel the wet stuff. It's still faster, easier on my back, and less difficult.
1208404
It doesn't like really heavy snow, but as long as there isn't more than a foot of it, it still works. We had a storm already this year with 3 inches of dense/slushy snow...it worked...required a little more effort and had to go over some spots a couple times. I like this snowblower...it has freed me from having to get tune-ups, fill up oil and gas, etc. With this thing, I just pull it out of the shed and plug it in. Of course it's a little lightweight, isn't really good for more than a foot of snow.Oh and as someone else mentioned...this one is not particularly good at snow banks or clearing out the mailbox. The big ice chunks in the road still require a shovel. It doesn't like really heavy snow, but as long as there isn't more than a foot of it, it still works. We had a storm already this year with 3 inches of dense/slushy snow...it worked...required a little more effort and had to go over some spots a couple times. I like this snowblower...it has freed me from having to get tune-ups, fill up oil and gas, etc. With this thing, I just pull it out of the shed and plug it in. Of course it's a little lightweight, isn't really good for more than a foot of snow.Oh and as someone else mentioned...this one is not particularly good at snow... » Read More It doesn't like really heavy snow, but as long as there isn't more than a foot of it, it still works. We had a storm already this year with 3 inches of dense/slushy snow...it worked...required a little more effort and had to go over some spots a couple times. I like this snowblower...it has freed me from having to get tune-ups, fill up oil and gas, etc. With this thing, I just pull it out of the shed and plug it in. Of course it's a little lightweight, isn't really good for more than a foot of snow.Oh and as someone else mentioned...this one is not particularly good at snow banks or clearing out the mailbox. The big ice chunks in the road still require a shovel. « Show Less
49160
Yes. It seems to work well in all weather but we have not experienced a snow storm so I cannot attest to that.
1767114
As far as I know cold, rain and snow has no effect on their performance. I have not observed any diminished ability to detect motion to alert us to motion. I have been using them outside for 8 years or more. They use very few 9v batteries and have had no failures. Good equipment.
1651332
I have used mine in all snow levels and conditions and it work great. I adjusted the height so it can clear snow all the way down to the concrete. When clearing 1"-2" of snow I basically use it like a plow.
1619814
Well it doesn't snow a lot here but when it does, it holds up very well. I've had absolutely no problems with mine. No regrets making this purchase.
2079467
It works fine in the rain, no issues. I haven't encountered any snow so I can't answer to that.