What is the temperature tolerance? How much is the swing in the temperature (plus or minus) once it is set? Thanks in advance.
519725
About .1 degrees until recently when it got dropped now it is consistently 1 degree over the set temp
519726
Depending on the volume of water being heated, and the temperature of the food (frozen, refrigerated, or room temp), you may see a big drop in initial temp. For instance, I was trying to cook a frozen swordfish steak in a 2 quart mini crock pot at 139.5 degrees, and after putting it in the water, the temp dropped and took about 15 minutes just to recover. Once at the desired temp, the controller will not read out more than 1.0 degree Fahrenheit in either direction, and usually less than that. I have not confirmed the said temp is the actual temp with a second thermometer but I have had good results thus far. Overall I'd recommend this product in combo with a very large crock pot. Hope this helps. Depending on the volume of water being heated, and the temperature of the food (frozen, refrigerated, or room temp), you may see a big drop in initial temp. For instance, I was trying to cook a frozen swordfish steak in a 2 quart mini crock pot at 139.5 degrees, and after putting it in the water, the temp dropped and took about 15 minutes just to recover. Once at the desired temp, the controller will not read out more than 1.0 degree Fahrenheit in either direction, and usually less than that. I have not confirmed the said temp is the actual temp with a second thermometer but I have had good... » Read More Depending on the volume of water being heated, and the temperature of the food (frozen, refrigerated, or room temp), you may see a big drop in initial temp. For instance, I was trying to cook a frozen swordfish steak in a 2 quart mini crock pot at 139.5 degrees, and after putting it in the water, the temp dropped and took about 15 minutes just to recover. Once at the desired temp, the controller will not read out more than 1.0 degree Fahrenheit in either direction, and usually less than that. I have not confirmed the said temp is the actual temp with a second thermometer but I have had good results thus far. Overall I'd recommend this product in combo with a very large crock pot. Hope this helps. « Show Less
519727
Once it locks in (and with a cover over the pot) it reads what ever temp you set. So I would say that it is probably +/- .5 degrees. I use this unit frequently and the food comes out great. My only complaint is that the up down controls are flaky and sometimes you have to try a couple of times when changing temps - but for the price you really can't expect perfection.
519728
That depends on the quantity of liquids, type of vessel, heating arrangement. Mine seems to be quite sensitive, switching on and off frequently. I'm quite satisfied with the temp control. Lately I purchased an inexpensive aquarium pump that keeps the water ,moving around my sous vide food target and of course the temp probe. This I found keeps the heat more evenly distributed with fewer on and off relay clicking.
519729
I don't have an accurate enough thermometer to independently verify the temp. However the thermometer on the controller seems to indicate it's maintains the temp within 1 degree of what I set it for.
519730
Have had the DSV for approx. 3 months and cook with it 2-3 times/week. Has setting for 1 degree increments. The temp will hold to within that degree once it reaches target. (Using an instant read thermometer it actually holds to within 2 tenths or so). Overall been very pleased with the unit. Have used it to cook ribs, roast, steaks, fish(perfect for this), even some awesome vanilla poached pears, and great chops. Would suggest getting the best quality vacuum sealer available.
519731
Once it is up to temperature and stabilized (about 30 minutes with my slow cooker and cold water) it stays within 1 degree according to my digital instant thermometer.
837447
Quick update; I originally mentioned the temperature setting went up to 148 degrees. It actually goes up to 166 degrees. I'm sorry about the wrong information earlier.I hope the information is helpful.
231782
I am sorry, but I no longer have the swing and cannot answer your question. Good luck!
1627438
(Nov 18) This unit works well, it took some effort to get the swing time correct, and the spin balance, but once done it works fine and tracks nicely and is smooth. The gamble is nearly perfect, if it was less so, it would have been easier to get everything in balance. But, make sure that you get the swing ( drop ) time to about 3 seconds, then work on balance. (Dec20 update:) I have about 20 hours of use out of it so far and it is really great. My only complaint is that I had it all balanced out and a TSA agent wanted to look under the plate, so took an hour to get it back to where I had it . . but for the price and size this is good kit! (Nov 18) This unit works well, it took some effort to get the swing time correct, and the spin balance, but once done it works fine and tracks nicely and is smooth. The gamble is nearly perfect, if it was less so, it would have been easier to get everything in balance. But, make sure that you get the swing ( drop ) time to about 3 seconds, then work on balance. (Dec20 update:) I have about 20 hours of use out of it so far and it is really great. My only complaint is that I had it all balanced out and a TSA agent wanted to look under the plate, so took an hour to get it back to... » Read More (Nov 18) This unit works well, it took some effort to get the swing time correct, and the spin balance, but once done it works fine and tracks nicely and is smooth. The gamble is nearly perfect, if it was less so, it would have been easier to get everything in balance. But, make sure that you get the swing ( drop ) time to about 3 seconds, then work on balance. (Dec20 update:) I have about 20 hours of use out of it so far and it is really great. My only complaint is that I had it all balanced out and a TSA agent wanted to look under the plate, so took an hour to get it back to where I had it . . but for the price and size this is good kit! « Show Less
1863470
The swing automatically stops after a predetermined time. I haven't timed it to see how long it runs, but there is not a setting to change it.
1405173
No, it is set at +/-1 degree F., which I take to mean a 2-degree swing, as you've observed. Lux programmable thermostats do have an adjustable swing.
300830
It does adjust slightly as I recall, but requires loosening and tightening a few bolts. The biggest issue for us with the swing was the assembly. The instructions were poor and it took probably 4 hours or more to put together...almost gave up a few times. Good luck.
2078909
Don't know about the actual temp, but I work in a/c cockpit panels and behind overhead covers . If it won't heat up for wire or relay connections, I put in fresh batteries and it rock rolls some more. Better than any of the previous years gimmick irons. This one works
1323941
the swing setting can be selected up to 2 degrees so if you set your heat at 68 and you have it set at 2 your furnace will not kick on until the the thermostat reads 66. This is a nice feature so your furnace is not turning on every 10 min and is more efficient. Yes you can turn this feature on for both heat and cool.
337513
30 degrees if i'm not mistaking, it's not variable. it has preset lock-ins.
1118061
It is made out of a heavy canvas so I think it is weather resistant. There are metal pieces that are used to hang the swing and I'm not too sure if they are weather resistant. It might rust and the fabric might get mildew if exposed to harsh weather.
174756
It is large, and a bit cumbersome to move, but the awning does come off if needed. We are in the South, so snow is not a problem for us. Maybe you could store in under your deck to protect it from the snow? We LOVE this swing and use it all of the time. So glad we bought it.
1138619
The lowest you can set it is 45 degrees. I normally set mine so that it doesn't get colder than 58 degrees but I set it down as low as I could upon getting your question and it would not go any lower than 45, it stopped going down.
90497
We use this swing at the daycare where I work and it works great, even with some of our older/larger babies @ around 14 months and up to 20-30 pounds. Our only complaint is battery prices, because swings don't ever stay empty at the daycare.
810686
No - not a fixed number as in some thermostats. Cycles are controlled by the swing setting (1 thru 9) which will initiate as many cycles as necessary to maintain the set-point within the given swing parameters subject to the selected time delays. If I remember correctly, swing 1 is around .5 degree and 9 is around 3 degrees.
1633748
I have swung on this swing before without any difficulty. I have a 17 year-old daughter, and she and her friends have been able to use the swing as well. We attached a very long (20+ feet) rope to the rope included and have never had any difficulty. This is my second purchase of this swing( we moved and left it behind for our renter's children). I would highly recommend it.
1882203
Sorry, you have to push the up or down arrow button to display the set temperature. On the other hand, after your system has operated for a while, the displayed ambient temp. is pretty much the set temp. because of the rather narrow temp. "swing" (even with the maximum "swing" of 1-1/4 degree F).