Will motor burn out if left running once all the water's gone? Or will it shut off automatically?
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I have used mine once, to lower the water level in my pool. I didn't drain the pool entirely, so don't know. However, my sense is that this is a pretty simple, straight forward unit, and would continue to run until power is cut. FYI, this unit does not require additional hose, as your garden hose connects directly to the pump. I made the mistake of ordering extra hose, since they weren't clear on this, and got stuck with it. The pump is pretty slow!! So don't count on draining an average size swimming pool in just a few hours. It will take much longer than that.
629960
there is not an automatic shut off. You do have the option of turning it on so that the machine runs for 1 minute and is off for 1 minute, or something like that. I'm not exactly sure of how long the on/off time is, but it's quite sshort. There is a clear raised line inside the water reservoir for the max fill line. Sort of reminds me of the clear raised lines on the clear caps of liquid laundry detergent. I either take it in the bathroom to fill where there is good light, or I only fill it half full. If it is empty, it will not run.
1545308
Hi Pam, Deneve here. Yes, our diffuser will automatically shut off when out of water (only a few drops' worth of water remaining). If there's anything else we can do for you, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to helping you! Best Regards, Nancy Deneve - Co-Founder
1424394
I run mine on the intermittent setting (it runs for 6 hours)... approximately half the water is gone. I always reflll it before starting it again, so not sure exactly. Based on what I've observed, maybe 12 hours? It automatically shuts off after 6, or 3 (if on constant).
1713444
Like others have said, it shuts off automatically. You fill the tank until the water touches the metal cylinder, then it runs until the float goes down and turns the unit off. There is still water in the bottom. The good part is that other units run until they are dry, which causes all the minerals to stick to the tank. With this one having some water left, the mineral build-up is reduced. I highly recommend this unit.
1795217
It only shuts off if the water level gets to low. I use the remote to turn it on and off and to pick a different color. I love mine!!
1638899
Mine has never turned on automatically and so far it hasn't turned off automatically either however logically you would turn it off when the water is spent.M
1872507
It will shut off after the water runs out. Be sure to fill it to the line (no less and no more) and it should run 4-5 hours; maybe longer. Be sure the bottom is sitting on a level surface and not on something soft like a towel. Hope that helps.
1996352
These valves aren't designed to be energized for long periods. They generate quite a bit of heat when energized. The normally closed position will definitely shut off water in a no power situation but if you want the valve to be open at all times unless the power goes out, you should probably look for a different product as this will quickly burn out.
836691
The shut off is supposed to be automatic. We see some evaporation but not a lot. I tested our water and it was 40 degrees. We also add clean water each day.
1595975
It shuts off automatically when the water and oil solution runs out. If you wish to shut it off sooner, you can do so by pushing the on/off button.
1241548
Got enough power and would push all the excess water off. However, it depends how clean the water is . . . soft water? hard water?Hard water will leave streaks where the water trails off the surface.
1373093
Mine does not have auto shutoff and so keep running when dry. Doesn't seem to be problematic though. Love this little beauty!
1669267
NO--it does not shut off on its own.I have never tried to run mine continuously. It is used to make a large bathroom warmer when showering. I am not sure that I would leave it running continuously. I would certainly not leave the house with it running.
1912565
Yes, this item will shut off automatically when the water runs out. So it could be used in night and you don't need to worry about it.
1548824
That's because you can not run it without water and it automatically shuts off when the water runs out. That's a great safety feature
656951
I don't know, but here are some things to think about-- the machine will shut off if it thinks it's out of water. I've had this happen when I've not used it for awhile. We just persisted in reseating it and it finally started. Also, if it has reached the humidity level setting it will stop emitting ( but should not turn off).