Can we use this device in salt water (seas and oceans)?
1181973
Yes. I live in Hawaii and use the device on a small boat. The unit is water resistant, regularly gets wet from ocean spray and I rinse it down with fresh water after each outing.
1181974
According to Garmin manual it can be used in salt water, but the depth range drops to 600ft range. The range is salinity dependent. Hope this helps.
1181975
Yes,according to Garmin as it is stated in the manual "1,500 ft freshwater; 600 ft saltwater ( Depth capacity is dependent on water salinity, bottom type and other water conditions. ) ".
2025044
No it isn't suited for use in or around salt water. It's a very durable unit and all that but the conductivity of saltwater requires a detector designed to handle that application specifically. I have used mine on the beaches around where I live. That must be above the tide line in soil and rocky areas well above the brackish water table and it works well for that. As soon as you find salt water within the detection limits of the unit you are bound to have problems.
2091119
I have never tried that. If it is not salt water, I would guess there would be no problem. AA batteries are sealed, so water might get into the pump motor, but most of those are designed to run wet. Please understand, this is only my guess...I have no firm technical knowledge about it.
709257
I bought this for my husband, he said you may use it in saltwater as long as you flush it out with fresh water after each use.
2006692
I don't know about it being saltwater proof?? I would look long and hard at the specs on that issue before trusting it in saltwater. I think it would be OK as far as the noise goes, it is however very dependent on the device that is feeding it. I can hear mine pretty clear when I'm in the shower and it's on the counter about 5 ft away. This is using a Galaxy Tab 4 playing Pandora at about 1/3 max volume.
329461
I don't think it would last one dip in the ocean or pool. if you can find a way to waterproof it, shrink wrap it in plastic, maybe something like that maybe would work. It would be the equivalent of any small electronic device being submerged in water.
291069
I am not sure. I think so , but I have only used it in coastal waters off Florida.
2230313
That's a good question I havnt tried it in salt water dear.... I only use it to swim at the gym pool... Sorry, with i could be more helpful
15714
Salt water only. Just kidding, but think you are too. Of course you can't use an iPad under water. Maybe in 2020.
1661933
I'm not sure how it is in salt water. What I can tell you is that you have to have a very deep tank and that the motor is prone to failing and leaking everywhere! I would not recommend this product or this brand. The company is not helpful at all.
1041621
No it is not designed for removing salt from sea water. That is a different style and much more expensive.
2012982
I couldn't say if the pump would work in seawater. It would be worth a try as the pump is sealed up.
1181007
Yes, it can be used in salt water. I would definitely rinse it off before you store it after using it in salt water, but you should be fine.
1559428
You can use it in salt water and on the beach, BUT it does not react well. The detector picks up the mineralization from the salt, and you will hear a constant chatter. If you are only going to be detecting beaches, I suggest looking for a beach detector.
949719
the underwater case is no problem in salt water. Mine has done well for over 24 dives. Just keep out of sun before dive to avoid fogging. I always changed batteries between dives.
1491128
I would think you could use it with salt water since all internal working parts that the salt water can come into contact with is plastic.
1648549
No it can not be used in salt water, it works excellent but if you bow mount it you have to turn the control head around on the shaft this info is not in the instruction they asume you are useing it on the transum of the boat.