How well does this work in cold environements?
2024651
I have had this for a couple winters in Southern California and it is still working fine.
2024652
I live in south west PA and after the winter we had last year, I have to say it works extremely well. Cross my fingers I am still on the original batteries and have had it since early November 2013.
2024653
I live in Vermont... It's cold here... last winter we were frequently in the -15°F range... These operate on watch batteries - 2nd winter running and I haven't changed them yet. My only suggestion is be careful mounting them with screws, if it's cold and you over-tighten the screw you crack the mounting plate.
2024654
Seems to work well but it is battery operated so if the temperature drops towards zero and below it will probably stop working because the battery will not discharge energy.
2024655
Living in the midwest, we have some very cold temps .. several days in a row of sub zero temps ... and so far it has worked very well. We have had it for almost three years
1347593
It does have an internal freeze protection circuit to keep things warm inside. The folks at Rinnai Customer Service are very helpful. They may be able to address arctic conditions.
103921
Don't know what you mean by "cold" but it works for me. I never tried it in in below freezing weather, but I would guess that the stuff does not freeze too easily. I suggest you contact the manufacturer.
983020
Yes, I have used it at about 35 degrees F. It's components are an electric motor, hydraulic fluids and metal and they should all work below freezing.
2237765
I have not used it in the cold only in the hot simmer but they did last most of the day as long as I did not continuously go back and look at pictures or play with the settings.
793639
It works in any temp. It works by making a type of foam. No warm up or heat is used to make the snow
2037278
Yes, I am having a great success with this unit, it has been extremely cold winter, it has keep my pipes from freezing. Very easy to install
823486
I cant say about working in cold . I do think They have a website . Although this product worked slowly , I was pleased with the results . I personally wouldn't be afraid to use it just because its cold out . Hope this helps .
2153654
Down into the freezing area, you'll be fine. Even short periods of sub freezing if it's covered. It will run most of the time but stay 104. Below zero? I doubt it.
2092232
I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to... » Read More I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. « Show Less
1786271
The coldest temp I used it in was about 25 degrees. It worked just fine. I highly recommend it.
881443
It works very good in cold or warm weather, and 32 degrees below it still works well. Just like any other electronics don't get it wet.
258400
It depends on the the tempature. If it's really cold like it has been it doesn't work(like below zero) & you will have to use a snow rake. If it is hovering at 32 degrees or above it works fine.
21497
I use it for portable. It uses 5.6 KW so it does use a lot of power in real cold weather.
292099
many air compressors do not work well under extreme cold conditions. if there is any oil you know what happens. The Plastic holds up great and doesn't seem to care about the cold but I didn't get quite that cold last year. -10 for a bit but not that long. As long as you have a good power connection this horn should work create. I do not think there is much on the way of oil like in many air compressors to worry about. If you are mounting it on a snowmobile or motorcycle the engine heat will help with any cold weather issues I would believe.
449234
I used it for the winter in Wisconsin, during our many freeze-thaw cycles. I bought it to keep pooling melt water from going down the space between my driveway and house. It has worked well for one season so far.
1740945
It has worked fine in the cold and I'm in North Idaho. Battery life is reduced, but that would be the case for anything that uses batteries. As far as water resistance goes, I've tried to keep it sheltered so I can't tell you.