read where rain can "fry" this unit, true???
1089084
I've had this lock for about 1 year on my front door without any problems at all. I'm still on the original battery too.So far, it's been great. Typical east Tennessee wind & thunderstorms blowing on it.
1089085
I have had one on on a exterior door for a good 4+ years. We bought another since then, the design improved slightly with the newer one. That is on the garage side door. Neither have had any problems.
1089086
Not true at all. I have had my sets for a year now. Three on external doors and one on an internal door. Michigan weather can be very unforgiving, rain, snow, cold and heat...nothing has caused these to malfunction.
1089087
Not at all. I've have it over a year and would buy another one. Love it for my garage. When it rains this unit is soaked and I'm amazed Ive never had a problem.
1089088
Had this on our storage building for over 4 years! No problems! Only changed the battery once. Highly recommend. The only reason we took it off is because we gave up the storage. Still have it and are going to use it on our outside entrance to he walkway. Great buy. Has worked very well with rain sleet and snow, along with sun. Also used it on the house we put on the market an sold.
1089089
I had one that died a month after installation, on a day that it rained a lot. Schlage was great about replacing it with minimal hassle. I asked whether I should protect the new one from rain to avoid a repeat, and was told that I didn't need to--that it should be fine in the rain and mine must have been defective. It could be that my defect was in the rain protection, or could be that it was a coincidence. But in any case they seem to stand behind the product and intend it to be fine in wet weather.
1089090
My unit is on a second floor breezeway and only gets minimal exposure to the elements. So far I have had no problems. I can tell you that Schlage customer service is very professional, helpful, and accessible. You should call them.
1089091
I have had my unit for almost a year on an exterior door, but under a covered porch. It is still exposed to wind, snow and rain. I have had no problems and love it. Original batteries still working strong.
1418453
Sorry. I'm in the same boat.I''m on my second unit. Finally, batteries ONLY>First time it rains, the power unit goes.
36094
Can be used outdoors, but unit is not waterproof, not to left out or used in wet conditions.
554606
I wouldn't take it out in a heavy downpour. I have had difficulty with this machine it just stopped working and when i got on to the company i bought it off they didn't want to know me. All in all I'd stay away from this product and look at a different model maybe
1988695
In my opinion, No. The battery case is such that rain would probably get into the unit. The vendor would have to say whether it would leak rain; and if the internal electronics would be compatible with getting wet.
527366
I haven't actually tried that - and it's pouring rain out now and I can't check for you - but I have found that everything the specs said this machine was/did to be true and factual, so I would believe this specification as well.
1432303
I haven't had any troubles with mine not working after being exposed to rain. but in Tx we don't get a lot of rain...
552160
The electric controller plug in is not suppose to get wet (rained on). So when not in use, it is best to unplug it and bring in under shelter. The unit itself stays out.
1416132
I have ridden in the rain with no problem. If you leave your bike outside for long, I suggest you unsnap the computer unit and bring it inside. That feature works very easily.
1793786
Without a UL and/or CSA approval for "Direct Rain" I would not use it outdoors. Moisture in electronics or cables will distort signals.
1947247
I'm not sure about the unit itself but your connections to a battery or another device wouldn't be. On the backside of the unit is a pocket with 2 USB connections. I only put it out when there is no rain in the forecast or it's with me. I have put it on the rear deck of my kayak in very calm water and a few drops of water haven't been an issue.
1738922
The unit should be waterproof. For more accuracy please call 800-835-5011 and inquire about item DPP400W-0-8.
1123394
I believe the radio can handle the occasional rain drop splash with no problem. It's nicely made and has a tight cabinet. The only weakness would be the speaker itself which is only a paper cone. My real concern for your application is volume. I really like the unit but outdoor in an open area, it doesn't get very loud.
1481421
No. Some models do, but this one must be closed manually. If it is left partially open with the fan on low, rain does not usually get in.
1313167
We do nothing to protect the unit from rain. At the end of mosquito season, we remove the gas tank and place the unit in the garage until early spring. This year has been a bad one for lots of rain and mosquitoes. The unit continues to rid our wooded acre of mosquitoes which gives me back the yard. I am a pleased customer of this device.
1952424
I am in Hawaii so the humidity is generally fairly high, if that is what you mean by "area around the unit is wet". Otherwise, the immediate area only got wet when the unit leaked in the manner that I previously described.
2166056
The manufacturer says no. Mine is on an external pipe but it is essentially sheltered from any rain. Works great, easy to install, but I wouldn't put it anywhere wet.