Is this only useful after a fire or can i use with flue closed just to keep A/C in during summer/winter?
934601
This blanket can definintely be used to keep your A/C in during summers and heat in during winters. It attaches with magnets and blends in well with the fireplace.
934602
I leave it on year round to help with heat / cooling loss & drafts. My fireplace is super drafty. It's not perfect, but certainly helps. Don't know that I'd use it until after the fire has cooled down. Not sure how fire proof it is.
934603
After the coals die down, OK to use w flue open. In morning, take it off and close flue. I suppose u could use in summer, but it isn't the prettiest thing, though we like it.
492108
This is the second summer I have been using this unit now, and have never had to empty the pan, only if it's set on de-humidify function. However, the A/C is self-evaporative, and the water evaporates as water vapor through the exhaust hose that connects to the outside where your window is. I live in NYC, and it gets pretty humid and hot in the summer. Personally, I would have rather went with a window unit a/c, it would save me space and also probably less noise, since the compressor in window units remains outside, and this unit shutters on and off indoors, and could be unpleasant for people in bedrooms who are sensitive to sudden sounds. This is the second summer I have been using this unit now, and have never had to empty the pan, only if it's set on de-humidify function. However, the A/C is self-evaporative, and the water evaporates as water vapor through the exhaust hose that connects to the outside where your window is. I live in NYC, and it gets pretty humid and hot in the summer. Personally, I would have rather went with a window unit a/c, it would save me space and also probably less noise, since the compressor in window units remains outside, and this unit shutters on and off indoors, and could be unpleasant for... » Read More This is the second summer I have been using this unit now, and have never had to empty the pan, only if it's set on de-humidify function. However, the A/C is self-evaporative, and the water evaporates as water vapor through the exhaust hose that connects to the outside where your window is. I live in NYC, and it gets pretty humid and hot in the summer. Personally, I would have rather went with a window unit a/c, it would save me space and also probably less noise, since the compressor in window units remains outside, and this unit shutters on and off indoors, and could be unpleasant for people in bedrooms who are sensitive to sudden sounds. « Show Less
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Well I only used it once because i want it for emergency, as in FL we only have Electric so if it goes out nothing to cook with. I live in a condo so no BBQ units allowed so this will come in handy, but keep area ventilated as recommended, I just opened a window next to unit.
1990972
This would be useful in places where you didn't want to build a fire and draw attention to yourself with smoke. Also, you can leave this unattended.
1292424
Hi there- I just use it for the winter. I'mafraid to leave it on while I use the air conditioner.
1256550
The only emission noted is moisture (H2O) which has been a benefit: we used to suffer from excessive winter dryness. I added a small port to allow outside air enter the area near the heater because our home is very well sealed (normally this isn't necessary). The port can be closed; about 1 square inch. We do not need the fan on normally so the silent gentle heat provided is clean and quiet,and, keeps humidity at a comfortable level.
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I use it with a large BGE with a SmokeWare Chimney Cap. I close the damper on the fan by about 30% and only open the cap vent about an 1/8 inch. I'm able to hold temp down around 200 for long periods using this method. If I don't partially close the damper the cap ends up controlling the temp (using the air being pulled through the fan without it being on) and it tends to run up to about 270 or so. You would probably want to reduce the damper on a larger BGE and increase on a smaller one.
1484455
It's an open flame, it produces carbon monoxide, and it smokes a bit. I happen to have a fireplace in my house so I could use it there, if I opened the flue. But I wouldn't generally recommend using it indoors.
1502008
No it needs to vent in an open area. The fire heats the heat exchanger and hot air vent's from the top of this unit. I originally bought this to wash my car and found that it will not work for that use. Soon it will be used to heat a sink and run a dishwasher. It must not have anything near the top vent, it does put out a lot if heat.
658281
I bought mine to use when the power went out, and I had to use the grill for cooking. I also use it for camping. If you can put pots and pans on the stove, there should be no reason not to put this boiler on there either, at low temperatures. No glowing red-hot burner. The manufacturer is concerned with the enamel coating popping off due to high heat, and they have to guard against litigations these days.... This type of cookware was always used over an open fire, not sitting in roaring hot coals (or in your case, on the stove eye). I put it on the grill after the fire has died down, and coals are still hot.
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Mostly used as a energy savings mode when a window or door is open by creating a mode for winter or summer to set the thermostat on heat at 95 or cool to 65 that.way your furnace or ac is not afected by the outside wheather activate when open default when closed can be used for lights and garage doors or to activate cameras on a nexia bridge
427620
I use these in the summer and winter. Condensate line for the A/C in summer, and heater/furnace line in winter. I try to remember to put in a couple of tabs a month. I would think if you keep the lids sealed tightly, they should last a while. Best money spent after having my condensate line make a mess all over my basement floor.
11863
Don't see how it could be used in a closed room since it generates smoke. I use it on a condo balcony and works fine there.
2038840
Absolutely. In fact, it puts out so much smoke it works very well outside. If you want to stay low to the ground when it's warm out there are some online tricks to cooling the smoke as it comes out.
2059368
Hi, DennisYes, my husband and I live in Michigan and he mounted this unit to the front outside of our barn, this is where we wash our horses. It was fine all summer and fall and the flame did not blow out due to wind. For this winter he drained all the water and removed the propane tank. He told me it will be fine like this. He is very smart mechanically, we will have to wait for spring to see if this baby fire's up. Not sure what you are using it for but this unit is fantastic for washing our three horses. Love it.
2165014
None really. Maybe a little warm. It says you can use it in a zero clearance fireplace. I'll have to tell you that the flame effect is perfect and you do get usable heat. Like any electric heater it uses a lot of current, but I think it's worth it.
2098523
We just use it to cover air conditioning units when not in use in the winter to stop leaves and debris getting in. Would not use all the time, now air holes.