Would this heater be good for a crawl space to keep water flex line(s) from freezing ?
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Absolutely, I use it on the stern deck of a motor yacht that I live on my neighbor uses it on his boat down in the bilge area of a diesel motor yacht to keep the lines and other essential equipment from freezing works very well just make certain the proper clearances recommended are followed as shown in instructions
235267
As long as you have enough space around the heater so not to start a fire. Blows out a good 10 feet, its keeping a space very warm that is about 500sq feet and it is -30 here.
235268
yes this heater is would work well in your crawl space, since i have installed this in my unfinished basementi have not had a problem with my pipes freezing. This is a very good product.Thanks Kevin
235269
I would agree with Allen's answer of 1/27/2014. I would suggest that you (James) contact a plumber. The Dimplex heater is designed for open spaces with nothing of combustible nature close to the heater. This unit is powered by 240 Volts alternating current which means that there will be a substantial amount of electricity being consumed when the heater is in operating. There are other devices designed specifically for protecting exposed water-filled piping - you might contact a fire automatic sprinkler contractor for more information.
1065835
I am recalling something here that does not concern me in that my application was in a crawl space but my understanding from the mnfr. that it must be within a water tight tube or pipe. I found an installation document at the site http://www.proflexcsst.com. The tubing is stainless steel but really thin and vulnerable to mechanical damage.
97006
I use mine in a basement where it doesn't get that cold. But if it gets to 30 degrees, that is below freezing so I imagine the water could freeze in the drain hose or the holding tank plus anywhere it travels in order to get to those places which might be harmful to the unit. Just a thought, I don't know for a fact.
423731
In my experience, having some 30FT runs in a crawlspace, the 3/8 tubing would be fine, allowing slight sags between tie points. Be sure to create one large sag in the tubing near the exit point (which stays full of water) to help prevent air and insect intrusion.
2022088
In earthquake zones I'm pretty sure the requirement is very strict on securing the water heater and furnace and anything else that can tumble over that is hooked to gas. I have always seen flexible lines as well on water heaters but often not on a furnace. I think it deserves a look up in the code in any case but a hard line to a water heater would either rotate or bend or be strong enough to keep the heater from a tumble. I would be worried about either connection if the heater actually tipped over.
2216703
Yes, it will. We use ours at our mountain cabin which is unheated when we are not there. We go there once a month or so (it is located at 5600'). When we leave the cabin in the winter, we antifreeze the unit by running RV antifreeze through it because you cannot drain it completely and it's tubing is small enough that water freezes in it. We have not had any damage to the unit by using this method. We used to use the Coleman unit but went through 5 or 6 of those due to freezing problems. You might be better off with a Zodi. Water can be blown out of them easily but they don't work nearly as well as the Mr. Heater unit.
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It installs on the water intake pipe to the house. Mine is after the water pipe enters the house.I cant say if it would be able to stand up to the outside elements (rain, snow etc). I am sure in a crawlspacewould be OK, but not necessarily totally outside. It is an electronic device. Try the manufacturer for a beter answer.It has worked nicely for me for a few years.
2252180
probably, the foam has to be between 60 and 80 or 70 and 90 degrees to use. Unless you plan on heating your crawl space, it's probably going to be well below those ranges...
358141
I would be very careful using a space heater in a possibly wet area and keep in mind, this is PLASTIC. Not wood or metal. I would exercise caution regardless of what you use. A small, stable space heater would keep it plenty warm for your plants. You don't want it too hot. We didn't use a heater at all and our plants made it through many days of 20-30 degrees.
1388708
Should not be a problem as long as it is in the shade and the temp does not get below freezing. If the temp does then it would have to be drained or the pump will crack from the frozen water.
961432
I think it would without any problems. If it gets under 20 degrees, just remember it's not a miracle heater. Other than that, I don't think there would be a problem. That's about how big the area I'm using mine in and it does just fine. It only needs help when it gets under 20 degrees.
440867
i would just so it doesnt freeze cause when it gets warm it could break ...love my pool but i take mine down in texas every year ....i also own a pool cleaning business and i would take it down just to be safe ,
1756599
Yes, the one I purchased works quite well keeping at least a fairly large opening in the ice, providing the temp stays above Ø°F.I don't see why you would want to leave it in year-round though, unless you live at the south pole :) NEVER let the water get so low that it exposes the heater to open air, as it may tend to overheat.
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It is an excellent heater for your pool. You must keep you water chemistry balanced, the heater does not like low ph.
1707155
Yes. That's what I use mine for. You need to turn the gas up and water flow down when the water is colder. If you live in a colder climate make sure to clear the water heater before winter. The copper tubing inside of mine burst over the winter here in Oregon.
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We live in the San Francisco Bay area, gret here, don't know about where it snows, but probably OK. How far north? I would think a heater would be fine as long as it doesn't touch the plastic. Be sure oxygen gets in, it does have lots of windows.
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It stays flexible even when it is cold, I don't have mine on a hose reel, but I think it should work.