My ipool is outdoors on a concrete pad under a carport--should the filter and heater be up off of the ground so that they never get wet from rain?
1491383
My ipool is downstairs I have them both on landscaping bricks just to keep them off the ground it fDefinitely won't hurt I also went to my local tractor supply and put the pool on horse stall mats so it's not such a hard surface my basement is cement less of a chance of ripping good luck I LOVE LOVE MY IPOOL
1491384
My heater and pump filter are outside also. Although they both have a ground wire hooked upto a Ground circuit interrupter I keep them off the cement pad on a nonconductor and coveredwhen it rains. I would do the same if I were you, Life is good !
1491385
Since mine is inside I have not had to face that issue, but we have elevated the heater off the ground incase of accidents with the lining. I think there is less of an issue with the filter.
2166056
The manufacturer says no. Mine is on an external pipe but it is essentially sheltered from any rain. Works great, easy to install, but I wouldn't put it anywhere wet.
1866765
since my garage is heated it usually evaporates w/o any trouble... I have a large floor squeegee that I have used if I think there is too much water on the mat, but honestly don't think I would have needed to-- it contains and holds a lot of water..
1793861
i would definitely get a waterproof pad to go on top of it. i would also buy this again. it works extremely well[better than others we've had]. the control is very precise and easy to use.
1992698
I leave mine up all year in rain and snow and have no problems. I also purchased the connector cover.
1560658
I have two outside and they work fine both are under overhangs so they don't get very wet. I am not sure on the temps.
960686
I put mine out in an equipment shed, under the eve, but exposed to open air. Stays dry, seems to work fine.So far so good.
829114
I would probably drain pond attach to side as high up as possible to keep inlet wires above water level and silicone all around to stop any ingress of water and check peroidically should work fine
1357791
The filter just sets on top of the concrete pad. We did anchor it down. Works great...less than half the price a local pool store...just a tip buy a replacement filter for future use...again less than half the price(the actual cartridge that filters the water).
1163779
I believe that is how most heat pumps are installed. There is no problem with rain hitting the unit.
2232372
It's similar to a regular heating pad with a velour like cover, so I'd be uncomfortable using it outside. I have mine in the garage. I don't have my original packing and I can't remember what the manufacturer's recommendations were.
1219105
Also wanted to mention this unit works well in a pit as the legs keep it too far from the ground to use to get water off say the basement floor. I have a portable unit that attached right to a garden hose out of the box plus it sits pretty flush to any surface you put it on thus getting the water off the floor as much as possible. My portable unit kicks on when it senses water and shuts itself off when there's no more water to suck up.
235075
The unit remains outdoors and does quite well. After the drain pan is cleaned, I place it over the control knob on top to keep water from potentially seeping down into the temp control. I don't know if it would but it is a precaution. As to the product, performs very well.
395214
For me, I've debated this. I have two of these under my carport. The first one, my Aunt bought, and she had the local handy-man put reinforcing screws in it because it looked light enough to blow away--so I was told. I bought the second one and put it together and have had no issue with blow-away parts! :-) Both of these are on a level concrete surface, which, in reading the reviews, is essential because the shed may be lopsided otherwise. Luckily, I've not found any leakage into either shed over the last four years and they both sit under a gutter system that will overflow from having an excess of pine straw. I, too, have thought about my Christmas items, which are overflowing my closet. I've held off on this decision because of a) I need to insure that all my decor is in plastic first to help prevent, heat, cold, rain damage, and b) I've just been reluctant to test this out in such a fashion. I'd say approach with caution and site the shed in a stable and relatively weather friendly location.
1724941
Can be outside BUT electrical cord and unit cannot get wet. Keep in a covered dry area.
601270
We set up at a festival on concrete with sandbag weights, and were amazed to stay 98% dry in a DELUGE. It rained so long and hard that our neighbor's tent as well as many other vendors' tents collapsed along with the entertainment stage! Rain water ran under us and above us, and we stayed mostly dry. DO NOT attempt to poke at the ceiling in an effort to displace water. The design prevents water accumulation. Other vendors did this, so we followed suit, and that was when we got a leak. It sealed itself after several minutes, and we were drier.
473710
Yes. I have one of this model outdoor under covered area for couple of years and it is working fine. As long as it does not in the open and could get wet you are fine.