I live at 8,000 feet, and I read one review saying this won't work well at high altitudes. Anyone have this experience?
2039755
I don't know about 8000 ft but my son has one at 5280 ft. It works fabulous There! He couldn't keep his floors cleanwithout it! (Uses to clean car also)
2039756
I don't know about 8000 ft but my son has one at 5280 ft. It works fabulous There! He couldn't keep his floors clean without it! (Uses to clean car also)
298641
Mike, I am in a unique position to answer your question at least from my own experience. I am at Columbine Cabins in Colorado and at 8700 feet elevation. I have not used it since I got here but needed that question answered for myself so I got it out and hooked it up. It works fine. As always it takes some time for the propane to go through the hose, more than the 30 seconds indicated in the instructions, but once ignited it turns on and stays on. This is a great heater I presently own one and will be purchasing another. Good luck Mike and have a great day. Jim
2090643
I'm using mine at 8,000 ft. I had to relight the pilot once after I used it about 2 weeks. Don't know if that was altitude, air in the line or wind. But now, after 5 weeks use, the pilot stays on just fine.
562727
You can call the rinnai factory tech and he can run you thu how to adjust for altitude but it would be better to have a licenced mech. who has the tools and the know how. I am licenced and put one in at 8400 ft but I did not have the gaugeto check it out. you need a dual manometer and the only person who has one is a specialist.
1917462
I've heard about this before. The lighters are often manufactured to operate at a modest elevation above sea level. Around 8000 is where some start to fail because the amount of gas released is not calibrated for the reduced amount of oxygen at higher levels. You might also say that because there is less pressure, the gas expels slightly too quickly and blows itself out. A heavier mixture of gas would solve this. If you bought them directly from ZIPPO (through Amazon), and they're not working, then definitely your altitude may be contributing. If you can, venture to an area around you near 2500-3000 ft. and see if you still have the problem. I've heard about this before. The lighters are often manufactured to operate at a modest elevation above sea level. Around 8000 is where some start to fail because the amount of gas released is not calibrated for the reduced amount of oxygen at higher levels. You might also say that because there is less pressure, the gas expels slightly too quickly and blows itself out. A heavier mixture of gas would solve this. If you bought them directly from ZIPPO (through Amazon), and they're not working, then definitely your altitude may be contributing. If you can, venture to an area around you near... » Read More I've heard about this before. The lighters are often manufactured to operate at a modest elevation above sea level. Around 8000 is where some start to fail because the amount of gas released is not calibrated for the reduced amount of oxygen at higher levels. You might also say that because there is less pressure, the gas expels slightly too quickly and blows itself out. A heavier mixture of gas would solve this. If you bought them directly from ZIPPO (through Amazon), and they're not working, then definitely your altitude may be contributing. If you can, venture to an area around you near 2500-3000 ft. and see if you still have the problem. « Show Less
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This altimeter is really not designed for hiking, so I would not advise that you buy it for that (it's a flying altimeter). By the way, I'm the designer.Other answers are correct: it will show altitude change (when in Realtime mode) since it was started. But on a hike of any decent duration, the weather may change, perhaps as much as 20-50 feet as a high or low pressure front moves in. So over the course of hours, you would have to factor that in. It's really designed for short (<2 hour) flights. Not hikes.
890865
This is the only one I tried and think it is okay. No immediate effects but over time I think it helps. I used it at high altitude and think it helped there.
2090513
who cares, the pyle is crap. altitude is always wrong. basically i can tell you my current altitude within 500 feet without the pyle device!
197342
I used it at high altitudes on the Andes mountains and it worked ok. But would go for a pack from Marmot. Much better quality.
1898846
They have a special coffee maker for high altitudes. This model shpuld work for 4,000 or more feet above sea level : BUNN BXBD Velocity Brew High Altitude 10-Cup Home Brewer, Black
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Mike,I am in a unique position to answer your question at least from my own experience. I am at Columbine Cabins in Colorado and at 8700 feet elevation. I have not used it since I got here but needed that question answered for myself so I got it out and hooked it up. It works fine. As always it takes some time for the propane to go through the hose, more than the 30 seconds indicated in the instructions, but once ignited it turns on and stays on. This is a great heater I presently own one and will be purchasing another. Good luck Mike and have a great day.Jim
1338319
I'm not using at a high altitude but you should not have any problems. Have you tried talking to Zojirushi customer service at all?
2210936
I installed this unit about 6 months ago. We live at an altitude of 7500 ft. I have not had any problems with this unit. It is performing better than the Noritz unit we had previously.
1390029
Assume by high altitudes you mean the Andes or Everest , as opposed for planes, where one is in a pressurised cabin. I wouldn't think they would be very effective, as the altitude sickness is due to oxygen's inability to load easily into your bloodstream unless you become acclimatised. Oxygen bottles would be a better bet.
1802511
Camping World's website indicates "Safe for operation at altitudes up to 12,000 feet". I have used mine at over 7,000 feet altitude. Very satisfied with the performance of our Wave 6 Heater.
1999830
I have only taken mine diving to 30 meters (100')...all was fine. I have also had it on an unmanned stratospheric balloon at 38km (120,000' +) ... same camera - same case. This December I'll take it to 40 km on another stratospheric flight (-60C). Next summer the same camera will be on a 15 day flight at 39km around the norther polar region ( 79 to 82 degrees N ). I've had this same camera on my helmet while skiing and on my mt. bike. This past Spring I took it on a sea kayaking trip and so far it appears to be holding up. Hasn't failed to date, but I have only had it about 9 months. Cheers - steven I have only taken mine diving to 30 meters (100')...all was fine. I have also had it on an unmanned stratospheric balloon at 38km (120,000' +) ... same camera - same case. This December I'll take it to 40 km on another stratospheric flight (-60C). Next summer the same camera will be on a 15 day flight at 39km around the norther polar region ( 79 to 82 degrees N ). I've had this same camera on my helmet while skiing and on my mt. bike. This past Spring I took it on a sea kayaking trip and so far it appears to be holding up. Hasn't failed to date, but I have only had it about 9 months. Cheers... » Read More I have only taken mine diving to 30 meters (100')...all was fine. I have also had it on an unmanned stratospheric balloon at 38km (120,000' +) ... same camera - same case. This December I'll take it to 40 km on another stratospheric flight (-60C). Next summer the same camera will be on a 15 day flight at 39km around the norther polar region ( 79 to 82 degrees N ). I've had this same camera on my helmet while skiing and on my mt. bike. This past Spring I took it on a sea kayaking trip and so far it appears to be holding up. Hasn't failed to date, but I have only had it about 9 months. Cheers - steven « Show Less
1802512
I have used this heater at approximately 8,000 feet. You should ask the manufacture of the elevation limits.