Can this be left outside during Winter months?
246613
It is made to be left out during the rainy winter months. We sent ours back because we found that the amount of rain that is collected from the roof top of our new shade cover was way more water that this can hold in just a few hours time.
246614
Probably. However, if you live in a very cold climate you want to make sure that the water inside does not freeze and expand. I would like to think that the manufacturer uses plastics that can stand the weather. Personally, I think that being in the strong sun does more damage and can make the plastic brittle. I don't have any personal experience with this type of plastic though.
246615
You can leave it outside, but I do turn mine over to avoid freezing which does not allow it to work during that part of the year.
246616
It probably depends on exactly how cold it gets there. If the temperature dips down occasionally, that's probably okay; if the rain barrel is full, it would have to get awfully cold to freeze the entire contents, and even then I cannot see how it would hurt. I would not think exposure to cold itself would be the issue - if the material is sturdy enough, it should not matter about the temperature, whether full or empty. We got close to zero a couple of times last winter and had several weeks in the teens, and my rain barrel was not affected. Hope this helps.
1095288
I'm pretty sure you could. We had it out in the snow last year and the rain this spring and summer - no problems.
507596
My Father leaves it on year round as he stores his snowblower in a corner of his garage. I think you could take it off and on relatively easily as the whole thing is held on by only a few bolts. I think it would be a little bulky to store that way though as I don't believe it would fold up.
1310377
You can collapse it so it isn't standing up in case of strong winds. If you live in an area with year-round moderate weather, you should be able to leave it outside, but I do recommend collapsing it when not in use.
1296644
Yes. I initially left it on the window. It was staying fine until the weather got cold. It does not stay on the window for long periods when it is cold outside.
2122479
Yes I leave it up year around. It will sagIn the Middle a little and that is where water will collect and drip. I would think it would Block the sun in the winter making it colder unless positioned like a wall. It would keep the wind out. I hope thatHelps.
2263661
I have only had the unit a little over a month. I only use it on hot days, therefore I don't think I would be using it during the winter. I store it in my truck cabin when not in use, such as nights and cloudy cool or cold days.
303414
Absolutely not. We leave it out uncovered all winter and that would be a Chicago winter
830887
It can be left on. This is an IP65 rated unit designed spacificly for harsh weather inviorments. Thanks for asking. Muskoka Lifestyle Products
572641
maybe under a covered porch. depending where you live, you may not want to leave it out during winter
8650
It is not designed to be a seasonal product, but if you live in a place that gets heavy snowfalls, you might want to remove the panels of the roof since they would not hold much of a snow load. And they might just get brittle enough to crack if the temps get very cold and stay that way in winter.
355118
Absolutely! I empty them and stack them for winter, but they are left outside and are fine in the spring!!
277928
I wouldn't leave it outside over the winter especially with the winter we had last year. Extreme temps cause things to wear out faster and can affect how they work. I'd store it in a garage or shed so it's not exposed to the elements. Coleman recommends keeping it covered when not in use as rain can also cause the parts to deteriorate and rust.
355120
I bring mine in for the winter but they are very sturdy so I can't see why you couldn't use them in the winter.
2122482
Yes I leave it up year around. It will sag In the Middle a little and that is where water will collect and drip. I would think it would Block the sun in the winter making it colder unless positioned like a wall. It would keep the wind out. I hope that Helps.
14522
not really sure about outside, but I know my son puts it up in the house/garage for the kids to use in winter.
1039591
It will be okay to leave on the roof during the winter. But you must absolutely make sure that all water is drained from the panels and connections.