Is this strictly for indoor use only or can it be installed outside. My main power switch is located outside.
1315498
I would not suggest this for outside. I think extended outdoor humidity would not be int the best interest.
1315499
Mine is mounted outside but in a covered location. I'm not sure if it weatherproof but I suspect that Square D can answer that better than I.
1315500
This model is rated for indoor only. The indoor/outdoor rated model ends with an R rather than a C, SDSB1175R.My source is the Schneider Electric website.(see page 4) http://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_File_Id=146926501&p;_File_Name=9990-0118C.pdf
1315501
The enclosure is not weather rated.You would normally install it at the circuit breaker panel which is probably indoors..
1455545
It is not waterproof for outside installation. It should be installed on indoor part of pipe.
668925
No, It is indoor use only. It will work outside, but eventually the moisture will cause it to fail prematurely.
1050936
you could use it outdoors, but I wouldn't without some protection. See e.g. http://compnetworking.about.com/cs/cablingcat5/f/cat5outdoors.htm
1220235
I have used it exclusively outdoors. I installed about 5 of them. 1 of them went out almost immediately. The others have worked well for about a year now. My lights are under the eaves of the house, and therefore not exposed directly to rain.
85836
You can use this switch in an installation with only 2 wires. I have used a few of these devices over many years. While they are very handy, to me they seem to be fragile and sometimes die during/after a storm. I like them because they work in a normal wall box.Allen
1511195
My protector is near the main electrical, so I ground to the same point. You could also drive a grounding stake but I've never had to do that so I don't know how much work that entails. Indoors you'll have to run a line to a nearby box (wall outlet or switch)
277080
i'm sure it could be plugged into an outdoor socket as long as it would not get wet. The light is designed for indoor use only and it's not weather proof
1824051
Can be used inside or out but if used outside would recommend that you do something to protect the connectors from the weather.
1616967
From my understanding it's for both- I use for both indoor and outdoor. Hope that helps :)
1651599
I used this switch on my boat; however, it need to be installed somewhere protected from the elements. If you have a such a place with easy access, I highly recommend this switch.
1976787
As I understand it, this is an indoor only unit. The cord can outside, but not the unit.
1323764
This unit is not designed to be used outside when directly exposed to the elements. The plug in power supply is not waterproof and shod not be exposed to rain or a combination of wind and rain. Possibly could be used in a well protected area outside, but not recommended. Contact manufacturer as they do have models suitable for outside use.
1260962
I assume that would be ok, just keep it out of the weather. I leave mine plugged in for long periods of time, but mine is indoors.
563463
Not knowing the set up of where the outside switch is located it would be difficult to advise you. I would surmise it would be easier to just put a regular switch inside and replace the outside switch with a two way switch like the new one you are placing inside.
830554
It can be installed inside or outside as long as you can run the electric cables to outside walls- Things to consider when installing outside are increase in cost to run electric line outside, security i.e. someone can take the unit from wall, is the length of cable on this unit sufficient to reach the car in garage etc. My dealer has this installed outside so that all customers can use it.
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The manufacturer specifies for indoor use only. However, I have had 12 of them outdoors for over a year now. They are under an eve so they are out of direct rain, but they are out in the ocean mist and cold air. They appear to be very well sealed. There are two reasons I can think of why it is labeled for indoor use only. 1) The big metal heatsink on the back could give you a big electric shock if the bulb is wet to the base and you try to handle it. 2) it is not as well sealed as I think it is. But if you're careful and willing to take the risk, they light up the yard around my house extremely well.