Do you have to keep the unit upright? I received another brand as a gift and it requires you keep it upright, making it unusable for the activities I do.
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On most of these type of handwarmers, it is recommended that the unit be kept upright before lighting, right after filling. This is to ensure that the fluid has been absorbed fully by the wick, and won't flow back and flare up during lighting. Once lit however, they can usually be put into a pocket however you would like.
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I try to keep it upright in my pocket. The fuel is in the bottom piece and the filament is in the top piece. I don't know if NEEDS to stay upright but I would think that if it were upside down the fuel wouldn't feed the element properly.
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...and 'no'. I would say it is designed to be operated upright as the fuel is stored in the lower half of the hand warmer in what amounts to something like cotton wadding...and it runs on the vapors of the fuel, not the liquid form. If one were to hold it upside down, fuel could conceivably leak out I guess... but I have never taken care to hold it upright while in my pocket and I haven't had any problems with leaks that I recall. Unless you plan on operating or storing it inverted (or over-fill it so liquid could drip from the wadding into the upper fibers) I would think for most purposes you would be fine. ...and 'no'. I would say it is designed to be operated upright as the fuel is stored in the lower half of the hand warmer in what amounts to something like cotton wadding...and it runs on the vapors of the fuel, not the liquid form. If one were to hold it upside down, fuel could conceivably leak out I guess... but I have never taken care to hold it upright while in my pocket and I haven't had any problems with leaks that I recall. Unless you plan on operating or storing it inverted (or over-fill it so liquid could drip from the wadding into the upper fibers) I would think for most purposes... » Read More ...and 'no'. I would say it is designed to be operated upright as the fuel is stored in the lower half of the hand warmer in what amounts to something like cotton wadding...and it runs on the vapors of the fuel, not the liquid form. If one were to hold it upside down, fuel could conceivably leak out I guess... but I have never taken care to hold it upright while in my pocket and I haven't had any problems with leaks that I recall. Unless you plan on operating or storing it inverted (or over-fill it so liquid could drip from the wadding into the upper fibers) I would think for most purposes you would be fine. « Show Less
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No, but I am using a stack of two of the smaller units (HAF 915s) on top of the main unit and I have not had any issues. Just make sure whatever you place a double-stacked unit on is strong enough to hold the weight (if not on the floor).
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Ours seem to be fine. Did you try to flip it over and use it on the other side?
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The same problem I have with mine. I think that's the way it was designed. Poor design! Returning it ASAP!
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No it does not. It is meant to work as a solid unit. You could force it off but I don't know if it would work this way or even go back together.
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We keep ours stored 'this way' in the bathroom... it slightly is leaning between the wall and a cabinet. This also keeps it stationary and from tipping over... so far this way hasn't been a problem.
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Mine sits upright most of the time. Similar to Jonathan's answer - depends on how you pack it - I'll typically have my laptop and a book or two in it, and it'll sit upright.
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You shouldn't have to do anything but I think the vacuum has to be upright when using it.
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Mine stays upright most of the time, but is in a smaller area of an elevated play yard I built. When the cat was younger and very playful, he could knock it completely off the play yard. It is a great source of exercise and I got this one for a friend's kitten. She tells me he loves it and uses it all the time. Definitely worth the price. I hope this helps.
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I tipped mine vertically to try it and it stayed upright, but it teeters because of the way the shelves stick out from the frame on the ends. It has a little shelf on the top which is also good for storage and if you tip it vertically you loose that storage space. I would not recommend it be used vertically. Hope this helps.
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You will need to find a way of holding it. It is not free standing, it is designed to be mounted in an opening.
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Do you have the animal wand in place, it won't stand upright unless you have everything in the right place, put away.
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I don't think it's stable enough to stand upright. I store it nicely in my cupboard, as I also have limited counter space.
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I would say NO but you could look up on line to find the owners manual (almost all manuals can be found on line). If it was on its side it would need to be upright for at least a week before it was turned on... but I DO NOT recommend laying it down. We have had ours for a couple of years and love them.
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YES, I DO. Never any problems with it. I would just recommend a good brand name one. I love this unit and hope you have fun..and luck with it!!!
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One person mentioned that the handle does not stay up. Can someone tell me if that product was defective, or do none of them stand up?
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the owners manual says not to run it in vertical position.vertical position is for storage-so it takes up less floor space.hope this answers your question.