Will a convective heater like this work in a hot, humid climate? I want to keep rust off my motorcycle - it's sealed in an unconditioned shed.
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The unit is rated to address moisture in a 1000 sq ft area. I would not expect it to function well past that point.It should work fine as long as you do not exceed operating parameters. This includes the size of the storage facility and air flow in said facility. If you use unit in an "drafty" area, you will negate function. But otherwise it should work well.
1152770
I used it in a crawl space for an outside spigot. But I don't see why it couldn't be used on a hot as well.
943621
Probably so, I have two of them in my motorhome, which is approx. 300sq.ft and they kept it at 72 degrees inside, while outside got down to 28 degrees! It depends on sq.ft. of the garage, and how well it is insulated, you might need two.
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The part that sucks out humidity stops running, but the fan does not. If you use the tank without the drain pipe, it will stop when it is full. Have to be in an open area as it does throw off a lot of warmth. Not great during the hot summer months, so you can't put it close to the thermostat. It is better to run it till you are comfortable and then turn it off.
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This as well as others should work well in the Arizona heat. Ours are indoors, but I have one in my garage inHouston. Temps get in the high90's and it works great. Adjust the " on time" to suit your needs and away you go! William gibson
877051
I know this is an old question but in case others come across this one... I live in MN and store my tanks in the garage. I've NEVER had a problem with them. I will say this - the valve/threads (and body of tank) may rust a bit if left unprotected which might make screwing them into the stove/heater a little harder and may also result in a less-perfect seal allowing some gas to escape. I'd say as long as you have a way to keep them dry-ish, you're in good shape.
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I would ask my motorcycle manufacturer. I like to let my bike/engine cool off in this hot weather.
364820
This is a nonvented heater so it does produce water vapor. My park model is not very tight so that is not much of a problem for me, but if your unit has tight windows and doors you will build up some moisture inside.
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I believe as long as you have a place to vent it out of the space you are trying to cool, it should work. Just make sure that where ever you vent it out to, that it is ok to vent really warm air in there. This is a powerful machine and the air that it circulates out is hot. But it works really well cooling the space, I had it in an above garage room that would normally be very hot and it worked great!
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I bought one to cover a BMW 123i and had more than plenty of room left over. No moisture under cover but not sure about the keeping out heat although it should help. I have a garage now and do not use it.
987485
To my knowledge humidity is not a factor. Infrared heaters are humidity neutral.
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I live in a humid climate and have not experienced this. My rack is in a utility room which is insulated but which I shut off to save utility costs. I use it 2-3 times a week with damp items. I was very fond of my wooden one which mildewed and. broke down after years of service. This one is performing like a champ.
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Live in New York, humid summers here, with 80% humidity some days. Looking to protect film equipment. Looking to combat the days with high humidity and cool off the room instead of using the AC. Will this dehumidifier work well under these parameters?
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I use mine in my garage in Central Florida where the humidity is very high most of the year and not had any problems with it. Mine appears to be completely sealed against weather but I suspect it may leak around the contacts where it is plugged in, so never use it outside and exposed to the rain. I use stainless steel bolts, washers and nut on my batteries because they do rust/corrode.
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Living in ohio with similar humidity, it works, but much better on less humid days. if you're expecting cooling like a heat exchanger you will be disappointed. it creates a cool breeze but its overall actual cooling ability is limited.
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I believe the user who mentioned "sub-zero temperatures" was talking about using it in his basement when the outside temperatures were below zero. He didn't mean to suggest the humidifier itself was being used in a sub-zero environment
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I am using in hobby greenhouse with high humidity. Don't see why vent a crawl space would be a problem