I live in Minnesota. Will this maintain the desired temperature with winter temperatures sometimes below zero? If not, could this unit be used indoors
873894
I use mine in the garage but it doesn't get as cold in Colorado as it does in Minnesota. However, I can't think of why it wouldn't work.
873895
I live in Arkansas, our winters are not as extreme as yours, but to answer the question. I do smoke on it in temps of 30-40 degrees and I increase the cooking time. During the summer the times are shorter because it does hold the heat better when it's hot. So for instance a pork butt during winter will take 12-13 hrs, summer 9-10 hrs. As for indoors, no way, outdoor use only. Hope this helps you,
873896
It would likely be something you'd have to play with a little. Ex: if recipe calls for 220 cooking temp, you may need to go to 240-250 in order for the temperature to be where you need due to the outside temperatures. I wouldn't recommend using it inside because it does give off a lot of smoke, unless you have some sort of exhaust system in your garage or something along those lines. Hope that helps!!
873897
It would likely be something you'd have to play with a little. Ex: if recipe calls for 220° cooking temp, you may need to go to 240-250° in order for the temperature to be where you need due to the outside temperatures. I wouldn't recommend using it inside because it does give off a lot of smoke, unless you have some sort of exhaust system in your garage or something along those lines. Hope that helps!!
873898
I haven't attempted to use mine yet in the winter (Iowa), but I would say it should be able to maintain a standard smoking temperature. As for indoor use, there's no combustion of fuels for heating, so that part you could use indoor without any issue, just like an electric oven. The smoking portion would obviously create quite a bit of smoke, so I would limit that to inside the garage or something with good ventilation outdoors, and you don't care if the smell completely overtakes anything in the room.
873899
Never use this indoors. Although the heating is electric it produces smoke like any other smoker. As for sub zero temperatures it can be used in the winter. The directions say to adjust the temperature when dealing with cold outdoor temperatures. They do not give you an adjustment range, but if you check some forums you may find what others say.
399573
My shop is in my unseated garage. It doesn't get below 40* The humidity is lower when it's cold so the unit runs a lot less than in the spring and summer, but it functions fine. Of course, if you mean below freezing when you say low temperatures, it wouldn't work, it would ice up.
2231846
Our unit is in an air conditioned room kept at about 78 degrees. It keep a steady cold temp with no problems at a setting less than half way. If you were to put this in a hot garage, and set the temp setting colder, (like for your cold beer?), the unit would probably run most of the time. If the unit's size is Ok for you, it is worth giving a try, even if if lasts you a couple of years. We have a larger unit, an Amana 18ATM fridge-freezer combo in grey finish, in our garage here in Central Florida, and it has been doing well for 2 years now. Hope this helps.
98922
this unit needs to be installed inside and out of freezing weather conditions .
469823
I don't think it would work in winter when the temps are below freezing. I don't plan on using it in the cold months.
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.
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.
355832
Not sure and there's nothing in the manual addressing temperature ranges for use. My guess, since this unit operates from a battery, it may not perform as well in very cold temperatures. I would also be concerned about frost jamming the mechanism. There's a technical support number you can call, 800-222-1055. Good luck.
1399386
This is a great unit with a small footprint. Very efficient and we love it for the winter months here in Central Florida. It is a wonderful value for the money. I do hope this helps you decide.
744022
You can think of this as an air conditioner followed by a heater, so i theory it cools then heats to the same temperature. The reality is anything that is electrical will create some heat, but this unit doesn't significantly add to the heat of any room it is intended for. Keep in mind that this is a very robust unit, intended for a basement, or multi room area with good air flow between the rooms. You wouldn't want to use it in a small bedroom.
1225873
No, I have a thermostat hooked in-line, so it doesn't run below 60 deg. I don't want to be cooling the space in the winter, I want the opposite, so the house stays warmer. This is an awesome unit and works really well.
649723
Not a problem. It works great in all weather. I live in Northern MN and it does get cold and it keeps working.
1158747
It will work at any temp, but, since it is a heat pump, it transfers enough heat to keep a moderately large room warm, unless you are cold blooded then you will need to add another source: electric base board.. It gets down to below zero here and I have mine in a 10 x 30 room that has a bath and it will maintain a 70 degree temp. Also, in the winter, the outside unit runs all the time to transfer heat, but the inside unit does not run all the time, only when the outside unit as accumulated heat in the system, so you will see a bump in your electric bill. As a summer air conditioner, you can't beat it. For a single room that has no ducted air handling system, this is still cheaper than adding a separate HVAC system. For more information on how heat pumps work, perform a search on the internet. Then you will understand why heat pumps have difficulty in real cold outside temps.
834912
Hello The unit you are inquiring about is an INDOOR unit - but in case you leave the house unattended, and it might be exposed to temperatures below freezing: You should inquire with the manufacturer, Tagaki Toll Free: 888.882.5244 My hunch is that if the house is unattended during freeze temperatures, the pipes would have an issue as well. Please call the manufacturer and be consulted for what is best in your specific situation. Regards, Buy and Large Inc
994263
I'm not sure if would work in cold areas. You'd have to contact the manufacturer. It works great though in normal tempered areas.
1495337
well it all depends how big is your room and how cold is outside! mine works perfectly and the temperature changes constantly. your's might be defective too!
688486
Does this do well in small rooms with absolutely no heat during a Midwest winter? Or is this generally purchased to supplement other types of heat? Our little cabin has 2 rooms approx 15x15 ft. Outside temps are likely to be below freezing for the majority of 2-3 months or so. Thanks!