Does the windmill spin with the wind direction? Or is it stationary?
572963
it moves some what but the wind has to be really blowing like during a storm other wise it just sits
19663
I gave this to my daughter for our old silver tree. I did see it rotate and it was not moving fast but at a slow steady pace. Sorry that is the best I can tell you.
377099
The stake is made of three pieces threaded together. A strong wind can rotate it a bit if it's not screwed together too tightly. But it's not designed with a bearing. The 2 wheels rotate is opposite directions and spin well even in a light wind pretty much from any direction. We are happy with ours.
664429
No. The head rotates 360 degrees based upon the wind. We have 4 of them, and usually all 4 heads are in the same direction.
797397
It does rotate and it comes with an adapter. There is a switch that makes it rotate or keep it stationary.
498388
I'm no expert, but the answer I got to the same question was 6 to 8 MPH wind. What I've since learned by trial and error is that there cannot be any interference with its smooth, direct flow such as a tree or building which appear to be off to the side from where the wind normally comes but actually create eddies or gusts that spin the generator around backwards. Also, I have no means to measure wind speed but it seems that it takes somewhat more than 6-8 MPH to get it going. Good luck!
1881827
Yes, and it "spins" very well, a smaller version I bought for spices was disappointing, it turns, but does not spin,
1200026
I haven't had this particular issue, but I am very careful about not using it in windy conditions. My deck is off the back of a bi-level house, which puts the umbrella at a good height to even catch slight breezes. However, I can say that it does not spin by hand if I use the tightening knob.
710164
It can be turned to face whatever direction you need but I would not say it "spins".
101859
The OP has probably long since gotten their answer, but in case someone else is looking, yes, this does spin continuously. I've been having lots of fun putting one foot on it and using it as a very tiny merry-go-round. =D
653380
No....it is just on or off depending on the sunshine. It sounds fast, but for our wind spinners, it is perfect!
1357054
Google it to be sure but I think so. It is a centrifugal clutch, the faster it spins forces the clutch to engage. So I don't think direction matters. GOOGLE IT TO BE SURE.
783366
I believe it spins clockwise. It broke like two weeks after I bought it. I cannot spin it and let you know for sure. It has a switch just for on and off not spinning direction.
1799514
If it is put together properly, the wind moves the blades accordingly. Sometimes it is together and someimes differently,sometimes only one blade will spin depending on the wind current!
1229597
It is not a wind up but it does need batteries. I gave this to my grandson for his birthday in August and I have not changed the batteries yet. He loves it and it was well worth the money.
438771
The pole is stationary, it does not turn. This is the second season with this hoop and I am very happy with it. I used to have one with a lot of metal that rusted over time and stained the pool deck. I like that this one has a plastic bottom - I don't think there will be any problems with rust stains.
197848
No it does not. It also does not move right or left to compensate for wind conditions. The newest model, the Eliminator III dors have markings for windage that could help if you know the crosswind situation but I do not have that model.