Can this unit be left in your car outside in below freezing temps?
1050757
I'm not sure. My unit is kept in my kegerator, which stays around 35 degrees F. I'm not sure why you would have humidity issues in a car in below freezing temps.
1050758
We do get freezing temps here, and occasional snow. This is outside in our boat that just has an ordinary boat cover on it, and it has been working really well. The boat used to get so wet inside during the off season that we always were getting mildew in it. We are very happy with this purchase!
519888
Yes,,,I have one installed outside in northern michigan weather...no issues so far...just make sure the wiring is up to code and sealed for outside use...
1518577
I would say it depends on how harsh your winters get. If much below freezing, to be on the safe side, I don't think I would. I live in Minneapolis where it can get down below zero so I have kept mine in a heated garage over winter.
787448
Cold weather yes, water proof not sure, I mounted mine on the inside of vehicle.
548301
Probably. It's strictly mechanical, no fancy electronics. If it gets below freezing, not sure. Mine is in our (unheated) garage. But I live in LA so it never gets super cold. Love this thing. So much easier to adjust times than the digital version.
1679826
Yes they can be left out in cold winter months and the rain too. The battery's are rechargeable!
1725118
This unit must not be exposed to the weather. The only part that can go outside is the weather proof outlet box that you would plug the cord into.
2111769
It would be too strong to leave in your car closed up. You could prob hang it somewhere when you get in. I wouldn't leave it in there.
1336090
Yes, it operates at very low temperatures and has a defrost cycle, which is why I purchased it. It has survived temperatures as low as 8 °F.
878080
I ahve not stored it in my truck, All batteries stand a chance of freezing is letft in sub zero long enough
380584
I have one in the garage and it works great out there. In Michigan we have very cold weather.
682603
There is no reason that I can see that this unit could not be mounted outdoors and removed before it freezes in the winter. There is a drain on the unit. I personally would make sure there is some kind of protection from the weather mainly driving rain as there are electronics and connections inside that could corrode if they get wet. If you plan on using a 20lb propane tank as a fuel source, I do not recommend it as the pressure in the tank can vary and cause the control valve to have issues. Use the 100lb cylinders with a proper regulator with an auto shut off if the tank gets low on fuel, or a double 100 lb tank system with an auto switch regulator. There is no reason that I can see that this unit could not be mounted outdoors and removed before it freezes in the winter. There is a drain on the unit. I personally would make sure there is some kind of protection from the weather mainly driving rain as there are electronics and connections inside that could corrode if they get wet. If you plan on using a 20lb propane tank as a fuel source, I do not recommend it as the pressure in the tank can vary and cause the control valve to have issues. Use the 100lb cylinders with a proper regulator with an auto shut off if the tank gets low on... » Read More There is no reason that I can see that this unit could not be mounted outdoors and removed before it freezes in the winter. There is a drain on the unit. I personally would make sure there is some kind of protection from the weather mainly driving rain as there are electronics and connections inside that could corrode if they get wet. If you plan on using a 20lb propane tank as a fuel source, I do not recommend it as the pressure in the tank can vary and cause the control valve to have issues. Use the 100lb cylinders with a proper regulator with an auto shut off if the tank gets low on fuel, or a double 100 lb tank system with an auto switch regulator. « Show Less
878079
I do not know at what low temp. this will still work. I keep mine in the car trunk, in the garage. The lowest temp here is about 20 degrees.it seems to be some sort of dry cell trpe of battery, so my feeling is it should still work. sorry I do not have better info.
797794
It depends on the temperature. If your car is outside and the temp is below freezing you could keep it plugged in but you dont want it plugged in unless the air temperature calls for it. My useage is less extreme. I'm usually parked in a garage and the temperature "usually" stays above about 40 degrees in an average winter. So, in an average winter I would probably not plug it in at all. Last year was very cold; there were several weeks where the temperature was closer to 25 degrees in the garage and several times I couldn't park in the garage and the car was outside at about -10 degrees. Those kind of temperatures can really wonk-out a car battery. I had some starting problems and decided to get this heater ready for this year. This heat strap is kinda an insurance policy for out of the average temperatures that may occur this year. Guess what, I'm already using it. The temperature is 20 degrees below average today, 5 degrees F this morning and my car is sitting in the driveway because of a project in the garage.
1466250
YES! However the unit must be in contact with the water or ice with no bubbles underneath. Recommend melting a small patch of ice on the surface then allow to freeze around the senser. electronics work better under cold. conditions less los in the from of heat.
1350113
The unit gets cold very fast (even freezing). I haven't tested how long it stays cold after I turn it off. I leave it on in the car as the unit only uses energy when it needs it. It doesn't drain the battery like the cheaper ones when you leave it on.
463244
You can keep it in your car, but realize that cold temps will make it much weaker if and when needed. Keeping it charged is the biggest factor in making it last, so keep that up if you want it to have a chance at working.