Will the unit need to have the water emptied more often if it is raining or snowing outside?
1496989
Water builds up according to use. Outside weather environment should not effect it
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.
1972105
I would think no. It has a very small water collection area, and will just shut off when full.
183441
There is a water tray that can be emptied. It did not fill up quickly and I think we only emptied it a few times during the summar.
534558
I have used it in the snow and in the rain and never had an issue. I have not gone to the beach with large amounts of water however.
570449
Mine is used indoors so I really can't say. The unit itself would not be affected by rain but the plug and outlet the unit is plugged into may be an issue.
503994
Most probably, the filter is about 2 in diameter, and when on filled with water, it empties a bit when disconnected but never is fully empty. I would expect it to freeze and damage at least the filter media if not the case. Also, if you left it dribble it would it use up its capacity in a short time.
950487
As long as there are no issues with water getting inside the unit it should work just fine...like under a roof overhang.
1089087
Not at all. I've have it over a year and would buy another one. Love it for my garage. When it rains this unit is soaked and I'm amazed Ive never had a problem.
735234
Absolutely. I just checked with my contractor and he says 'yes'......water away.We love this unit and it is very quiet and efficient.
1482926
I don't have snow where I live in California, but I did pump the rainwater off in the spring before removing the cover. The water probably would have evaporated if I waited a couple more weeks, but I was impatient. It is way too heavy to lift off with water on it. I used a $5 submersible pump and it took about 8 hours to pump all water off.
1762516
I'm not sure. The instruction read that it should not be used outdoors, so I would say close the vents. As long as water does not get into the unit there shouldn't be a problem.
1988695
In my opinion, No. The battery case is such that rain would probably get into the unit. The vendor would have to say whether it would leak rain; and if the internal electronics would be compatible with getting wet.
691807
I have my unit under an overhang roof, so I have not had to deal with the prep station getting wet. I will say that if water is hitting the unit straight from on top it will not leak but if the rain is running down the front of the unit, the doors are not a sealed fit. Things might get wet or damp inside.
2150018
It doesn't need to drain,but its reservoir can fill up and you would have to empty it. However it does a good job evaporating the condensate so it doesn't fill up often.
936850
I don't think so. If I leave it out and it rains, it doesn't stay filled with rainwater. It's great for garden cleanup and very light with a big wide opening.
1082891
I would advise against it. The whole unit should be protected from exposure to water, snow...precipitation in general. Your best bet would be a "doghouse" type enclosure or lean-to that would allow it to breathe and vent exhaust, and keep it dry. There are several folks that have done this with other types of generators that they want to use in snowstorms, etc., without destroying the unit or subjecting the residence to carbon monoxide or fire danger. Google or youtube search "generator enclosure".