Does the cold effect the device... can it be left in the car in winter?
1873815
It takes just a few seconds longer to warm up when cold. The battery could also have a shorter lifespan in extreme cold as well, but generally speaking I had no functionality problems near 0 deg F.
1873816
Yes, extreme temperatures are not good for the sensor in this breathalyzer--or any other BACtrack for that matter. For optimal performance, try to keep your BACtrack in temperatures between 40-98 degrees F.
997725
I use the device as a battery tender, it is plugged in as a tender. If I use the vehicle I disconnect the MINDer from the vehicle and I unplug the minder from the outlet. I like the MINDer in the winter.
1104728
I don't think the cold will impair the workings of the timer, provided it is kept out of the snow and rain. That is just an opinion based on looking at its construction. John D
579713
I have used my Luggie in cooler weather, ie 2-3 degrees centigrade and found it to be no problem. Of course it depends where you live, as to what you consider to be cold weather! The battery seems to be slightly weaker when cool, but I have used it straight from the back of my car, and no problem, but I would consider the range of travel to be less when cooler.
2208399
Maybe not. We left our battery uncharged all winter long for two winters and it was fine the next spring when we plugged it back into the car. We just recently bought a new battery because the old battery that originally came with the car finally died.
2031454
We had it outside on a mountain top in central WV this past winter. Did not get to -20 (!!!), but only to just below +10. However, the cold did affect battery life. But snow and ice (if on the device), makes it inoperable; not necessarily the cold.
249570
Apparently it's OK to do so UNTil the temperature drops below freezing or even slightly higher. Bottom line is to put it all away in the winter; with charger not plugged in.
531706
I leave mine plugged in all winter and it's fine. I don't think it's a drain on the battery to leave it plugged in.
460868
I don't think cold would affect it. However, mine got wet because a raccoon tried getting at the food and pushed the entire device into my pond, I had it secured but not well enough. I dried it all out as best I could but rust set in and the device became inoperative. It worked great until then, much better than 2 other devices I had tried before. So, if you can keep it dry, you should be OK.
579711
We bring it in every time, but it would be fine in the cold if you remove the battery. It isn't good for in the snow, but works fine if parking lots have been plowed well.
2263727
I used it for outside door bell ringer and its held it in place through cold and heat but I live in CA so the coldest it's been is maybe 30 degrees and warmest 100 degrees. I know it can get much warmer in car, especially during summer but I think it would hold a light piece.
947636
Yes that's what we have. Do not leave in car during cold weather.. Made of plastic will break
375789
I have only used it in Florida and the summer in Colorado so I can not answer about cold conditions. It does ok on cloudy days, it just takes a while longer to charge fully.
811339
The manuals for these typically say "Recharge after each use as well as at least once a month even if not used". I've had a similar one for 10 years and by following that it still works well. Beware that if this is cold from being kept in the car, it will perform much poorer than being brought out of a warm building (yet it may still help enough to get you going).
531705
Think instructions say leave plunged in whenever car not in use. Left mine plugged in during winter.
1018943
Yes it will. You can leave it hooked up during the winter, and it will keep your battery good as new. As your battery discharges it will kick on and maintain it to a full charge. Hope this helps.
2070138
Agree with Wayne and Brett. I've used mine for years in warn and cold weather. Works great to keep the battery topped up.