Can this unit be outside without cover for year round in different weather?
599800
It would be OK for a couple of years,but why take the chance? I would suggest a cover or remove the motor and skewer when no in use.
599801
The motor is water resistant, but not designed to be outside exposed to the elements year round. The rest of the unit will be just fine outside under all conditions.
1927718
I would think if it were a covered area you could. But not out in sun and weather.
1302747
Not unless you have a way to protect it from the weather. It is not made of materials meant to withstand rain, etc.
1032684
IMHO, Absolutely! I have used mine for over a year...outside. It is mounted on the corner of the house, beneath the over hang from the roof. It has snowed, hailed and experienced negative Fahrenheit temperatures this winter with no trouble at all.
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.
1241214
It would be subject to freezing in cold climates, otherwise I do not see a reason why it can't be installed outdoors. The plastic housing would likely degrade over time in direct sunlight so a shady location would be better.
408494
We keep ours under a covered pergola. Had it out all winter and still works great. I don't think I would want it completely exposed to the elements. Snow and ice would probably ruin it.
1988915
That is a question the manufacturer would have to answer. We have owned ours for 3 years and remain very satisfied. It is outside, but under cover, so I am unable to comment about how it weathers.
1095288
I'm pretty sure you could. We had it out in the snow last year and the rain this spring and summer - no problems.
2222830
The particular model you are asking about is weather proof. I have 3 of the, installed outside my home. Other very close model numbers are not.
2086172
I would not install this outside exposed to weather without first putting them in a weather protective enclosure.
809407
I would say yes, however, I would not recommend it being placed out in the weather, where it could be damaged by rain or snow. Great unit! In a thirty foot space wall to wall I used two to cover complete are. I was not certain of coverage distance for just one.
1820385
This generator, like most, is not suitable for exposure to rain/snow. I use a BBQ grill cover when not in use, for storage outdoors. There are many creative and inexpensive ways to protect this unit from rain while operating.
2046246
I wouldn't put the unit out in the direct sun, but if you kept it on the patio but in the shade and slightly above the ground I would think it would be okay. Also getting the unit wet would not a be a good idea hence my idea of getting it off the ground.
1647479
Mine has been fine in heavy rain and snow mounted to the outside of my house with no additional cover. Very happy with the unit.
2122482
Yes I leave it up year around. It will sag In the Middle a little and that is where water will collect and drip. I would think it would Block the sun in the winter making it colder unless positioned like a wall. It would keep the wind out. I hope that Helps.
1328493
Yes, but shelter it from the weather. I ended up replacing two of them a month after warranty expired.