I just ordered this and I noticed if the batteries die, instead of shutting the water off, it allows the water to run. Am I missing something?
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Although that would be true, as it's common sense that if the battery dies during a watering cycle, there is no power to close the valve. However, there is a battery light indicator. I ran mine an entire growing season last year on one set of batteries. I think you're worrying to much. Just change the battery when it says they are getting low.
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Alkaline batteries die quickly in the heat. The hotter it is, the longer it is hot, the faster they die. Try lithium batteries instead for hot climates.
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Glad you made me aware of this possibility. My batteries also lasted all season but will pay more attention to the battery strength indicator
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It just seems like a design flaw that totally goes against common sense. Other companies make the water shut off when the battery dies. I would worry that I would come home from an extended vacation to find my patio drenched and my water bill 10 x the usual number.
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Not sure why it isn't working other than you may have a bad unit. DO both units light up? If not, then it's bad. And I don't mean a good bad. I've had 3 of these so far since one got water in it but have had no other problems. Good luck!
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I believe the float should remain at bottom and is suppose to trigger machine off when water is too low....but my machine never shuts down when water out as indicated.
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My guess is that it is designed to shut off when the lithium ion batteries sends a voltage signal to it. None lithium batteries do not do this...I would email the company and ask them...
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Mine does have a tiny amount of water remaining but not nearly as much as you have. I don't know if that mean there is something wrong. Perhaps try it running on the intermittent timer compare it to running it continuous.
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Power goes out- the water flow/siphon/filter operation ceases. It resumes once the power is back on again. Hope this helps- works just like any regular filter - or was there something specific in its design that prompted your concern?
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NO, the auto shut off won't work unless in the up/floating position. To get the water level lower, I tied the float into an up position and then watched until it started sucking air.
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Hello,The Auto 1 hour Shut-off was placed on this item due to convenience of not having to fetch the floating unit from middle of pool to turn it off otherwise it would drain your batteries pretty quickly. Thank you
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this unit does stop working when the water runs out and a digital display will let you know it is out of water. Hope this helps. I have to say I love this unit and works outstanding.Joseph
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May I suggest you go On Line to the manufacture for an answer to you questions... Personally I don't see a problem.. Your working with WATER .... Now... I must say...This product has saved me time and made it easy to keep my batteries filled more often... It used to be a CHORE I failed to perform as necessary because of the effort and contact with the batteries... Not anymore.... Use & Enjoy !
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Not recommended unless the two batteries are not perfectly matched in charge and capacity. The weaker battery could cause the stronger battery to overcharge. If in storage, recommend checking the water levels frequently.
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Not on any battery I have in Southern Virginia,,, I think it would be to hot & dry the battery out-especially one not capable of adding water.my 2 cents.
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It will shut off when water runs all the way out. If yours does not shut off you may have a problem.
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My experience is your battery is dead. Due to not keeping perfect fluid levels they defect. It happened twice. Then I threw the whole thing out and went to a perpetual battery system that is well worth the extra money in that there is no worry about maintaining the battery.
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no its not battery powered. the pressure of the water is suppose to make the led lights go on. .... dont be surprised if they dont
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Hi Melanie, Sounds like somethings wrong. I put mine in the water first, then turn it on, & it runs.
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My tank is much smaller so I have never done that, but I've read reviews of people that have submerged it with no issues at all. The battery compartment is sealed, as well as the on/off button. Sorry I couldn't help further.