I am concerned about the outside exhaust picking up debris such as dead leaves. Is this a valid concern and what can I do about it?
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It has a screen. I also know some who purchase a sheet of screen such as the one used in windows and make round cutout for added protection from bugs
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make sure the intake is clear. mine gets algae and 'junk' in it and it need cleaning regularly.
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If its a relatively dry environment it should be no problem. I would purchase a cover for it though. I've had it outside for over a month and it can get a little dusty on unused areas.
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I love mine, but we don't have a lot of leaves. It picks up what leaves we do have, and the sand. Just make sure you clean it after every use.
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make sure you have a real catalytic converter otherwise it is loud. the only other problem is exhaust mounts are lower than stock and I have scraped several times.
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No. I was originally going to run the factory shroud around it bit have found it unnecessary and I live in southern Nevada. Temps have been very consistent even when I'm offroad in low range working the engine hard. I don't thonk you'll have to worry about it.
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The intake valve may be clogged with fur. Take it apart and see if that helps.
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No, roasted bean exhaust and smoke goes out of the unit directly. You will need to run it below your range exhaust, outside, or near an open window.
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You will know it is dirty when you notice demolished airflow from the vents. As a rule of thumb, I clean mine once a month.
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The smoke is probably water vapor...you were pumping down a AC system, right? Mine did the same thing...I've used it several times and always see what looks like "smoke" coming from it...as long as the oil is filled to the level line on the sight glass and you keep it level while it's running, I wouldn't worry too much about it.
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It is required to be OUTSIDE. The Exhaust from natural gas is pretty clean, yet toxic and being so cleaned you won't noticed you are being poisoned. KEEP IT OUTSIDE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD IT BE IN A GARAGE. I am not yelling, I am just making sure you get it.The plastic is pretty durable, but if you want to extend its life, put a vinyl fence around it for shade. Just make sure to leave enough space to breath and exhaust as well as to do maintenance. Also make sure you instal it with plenty of clearance from the house. At least 3 ft, but check the local code.
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no, if fumes are entering your car, you have a problem in the exhaust system.
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I found that I had to have my device at least three (3) trunk diameters away to prevent turbulence for causing it to act up. You might try moving it a little further away from the furnace and making sure you have a good seal around it (another issue). I also took a small piece of flexible hose and attached it to the pick up that goes into the trunk. Cutting the hose at a 45° angle and facing the open end of the cut toward the air flow, improved the response.
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I am no expert. But it seems to me that as long as your exhaust pipe is not 90 degrees - anywhere - and that the distance to outside is short & it is away from overhang, you're OK. ....
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It blows outside. You're looking to exhaust filtered air? What am I missing?
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I've gotten pulled over numerous times for noise violations because of my exhaust although I don't recall the police ever mentioning anything about the lights. You may look to the actual county for their specific laws.
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No I cant say that I have any problems with that, but I don't get a lot of leaves on my property. Sorry wish I could help you out.