Does the charging nozzle need to be put back into the charging unit, or can it lay on the ground? I want to put unit in garage and leave cord outside.
1015329
It doesn't have to be re-inserted into the charging unit. The only caution that I'm aware of of NOT returning it to the unit is potential damage to the nozzle if it's left out.
1015330
Doesnt need to be put back into the charging unit. Can be lay on the ground.
1015331
I don't know about "outside", but the fitting on the charger is just a holder. There is no function involved, so you never need to plug the nozzle into the front if you don't want to.
1015332
i would put a hook that you could hang it on outside so the nozzle points down so water and moisture can't collect on the metal contacts and i would use some electrical lubricant to keep them from corroding.
1015333
This is a high voltage product, so I would not recommend leaving the plug laying outside. I have mine in my garage and I have my EV outside. I plug it in at night and close the door on the cord. In the morning, I roll the cord up and plug it back into the charger.
1015334
I have mine in the garage but punched a hole through the wall into a utility cabinet where my gas and electrical panel are. I leave the cord coiled up in the utility cabinet and when my car is outside (Smart Electric Drive) I pull the cable out the utility cabinet and charge my car without having to park in the garage. This gives me the best of both worlds: charge indoors or outdoors!
1015335
As others have indicated this is a 240 volt appliance fused to 40 amps. I think the question is whether the business end can be left outside while the charger is inside. If so, the answer is yes, but probably makes good sense to keep it literally off the ground. A very basic hook screwed into an outside wall would allow you to keep it "in the air".
1499667
as long as the cables are connected you can leave it under a lamp for awhile beforetaking it outside. i would leave it under the lamp until it started buzzing every 30 seconds or so.than place it in the ground about 3-4 inches from the underside of the solar panel and in a constantsun area. works good and have had no problems.
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You need to unplug before winding or unwinding as there is no rotating electrical joint.Typically you have 8' extending from the pail on the plug end and store that in the top of bucket while you wind or unwind.Works great once you use it and get used to it.
738047
Without going outside to measure...not tall enough...I have a 100' hose wrapped around it and no matter how tight I try and make the coils, the hose still drags on the ground. Wish it were taller so the grass could be cut under it with the hose on...now we have to pick it up and move it to cut the grass growing under it. If there is no grass where you plan to put it, the hose will still drag (if its 100') on the ground...your call if that is acceptable for you. I'm replacing it, don't like it...going back to a wall hanger type.
1561993
Yes you can put it at the bottom of the tank. The cord is definitely long enough depending on where your outlet is.
1499414
I just put mine on the garage floor in the location it was to be stored and filled it. I think they sell a barrel to put it into as well if you wanted to move it after it was filled.
1590849
Mine stops charging when it is charged. I have used it in my garage numerous times. I love this battery charger.
1925275
Wagan's Solar Cube charger is an actual floating charger, so you can leave it plugged into the AC outlet when not in use. Hope that helps!
882470
The outdoor unit must be plugged into a power supply before use. We did that, but the battery would not charge.
1130852
As far as I know. I've been using on my leaf for over 6 months. No problems. Not as sexy looking as other charging unitd , but who cares...right? Main unit in Garage and charging handle and mount is outside mounted on wall. The mount outside looks great.
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I'm very sorry for those of you who need to remove the battery to charge it, but that is not a viable option at all as the connection for the charger is a somewhat permanent part of the mower and it would require a rather extensive disassembling of the unit each time. Perhaps you could consider a long outdoor extension cord, but the mower and charger need to be kept in a dry place. I received my CMM1200 two days ago (and already donated my old gas self propelled to Habitat for Humanity) and hope to have the same good experience as so many others. Thanks to everyone who provided information for this purchasing decision! I'm very sorry for those of you who need to remove the battery to charge it, but that is not a viable option at all as the connection for the charger is a somewhat permanent part of the mower and it would require a rather extensive disassembling of the unit each time. Perhaps you could consider a long outdoor extension cord, but the mower and charger need to be kept in a dry place. I received my CMM1200 two days ago (and already donated my old gas self propelled to Habitat for Humanity) and hope to have the same good experience as so many others. Thanks to everyone who provided information... » Read More I'm very sorry for those of you who need to remove the battery to charge it, but that is not a viable option at all as the connection for the charger is a somewhat permanent part of the mower and it would require a rather extensive disassembling of the unit each time. Perhaps you could consider a long outdoor extension cord, but the mower and charger need to be kept in a dry place. I received my CMM1200 two days ago (and already donated my old gas self propelled to Habitat for Humanity) and hope to have the same good experience as so many others. Thanks to everyone who provided information for this purchasing decision! « Show Less
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Simply get in the habit of parking it on the charger. After all, it has to be someplace. Good luck!
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Once I place my vac outside in the spring, it stays there. If its going to rain for a long time, I will shut it down... but never move it till the fall. This is my 3rd season using it this way, keeping my finger crossed.
2266235
You have to leave the nozzle open to let it drain out, it will shrink back if it drains, maybe not as much as it look on the ad. I you have high water pressure it may burst the hose one of mine did in the front of my house (higher pressure there). Also keep it out of the sun when not using. I love the convenience but was disappointed when one hose popped.
1043349
It has a hanger on the back. Fold it out and hang it. I would look at it and let you know further, but this charger failed on me after about 3 weeks. I have sent it in for warranty. I have the model below this one and have had no issue with it.
1016290
I just taped or tie wrapped it to bottom of pipe,was an electrician all my life and that is the correct way to do it,after you put it in get some cheap black pipe insulation at Home Depot and insulate it,have a line going to my garage,put a 6' piece at house and took it down 3 ft. in to dirt,same o garage side and I have never blown the copper line,ran thousands of feet of this stuff and it will even keep a downspout from freeing when you get the waterproof stuff and put it in the drain,low wattage too so your bill is not high.
118684
I put one in the garage for the outside lights and did not ground it. I just screwed it to the box. It worked just fine.