Is this pump weatherproof or does it have to be placed in a warm enclosed area?
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I kept something over my pump not inclosed but over top of it to keep the rain off but it is a great pump, I have large fish and needed extra air for them in the summer, but stored it for the winter now but I really can't say if it will stand direct rain, but I would store it in the winter. But it is a great pump lots of air bubbles. You will like it.
1328190
I've used it through 2 winters and at times it was buried under snow. No problems.
1328191
It is for outdoor use. It does not have to be placed in a warm and enclosed area, but we have it covered with a cover such as the one you purchase it at Home Depot. It is a great and powerful aeration kit.
1328192
It is weatherproof, I have ours under a large bush and it does fine. I am very pleased with this pump and am convinced it saved our fishes lives, after the extremely cold weather we had last winter.
1328193
Can be outside, but to be prudent, I would shelter it from rain/snow. Mine is in a nearby, unheated garage. I used an old garden hose section to run from pump to manifold. Could be any length.
1280735
the pump is not self priming. it is rated for out doors ,but build a shelter over it.
1376599
While the product is sold as a "door bell" which implies an outside location, I would say, it is not completely sealed from water/weather. It is in two parts. A base, which contains the transmitter and batteries and is affixed to the structure and a cover, which snaps over the base and contains the button. While I suspect it can withstand some rain delivered by wind, I feel it should be placed in a somewhat protected location. I hope this is helpful.
1110387
This is a waterproof unit, so it can stay outside. Just make sure it is safely attached, and not near any major heat source such as the engine exhaust line or manifold.
1656923
I wouldn't leave it out in direct sunlight on a very hot day. I have pressurized the tank as high as 100psi with no trouble, but air expands when heated so you could cause a failure. I live in Southern California and have not had any trouble in warm weather, but I'm not willing to push the limits of the reservoir because I experienced a tire blowout once when I left my bike out in direct sunlight.
1607913
Well, I can;t say that I've noticed any heat generated by it whatsoever. If I had to guess, I'd say it pretty much remains at ambient temperature. If you mean what temperatures can it operate in, I have mine installed on the exterior of my house in Reno, NV. Temperatures range from -20F to 110F. I'd say it will operate in most conditions. The important thing is to install it where it is protected from direct rain and sun (under an eave). Even so, and especially if it does get direct rain, make sure and use clear water soluble exterior caulking around the screws that fasten the top of the unit. Just swab the caulking around each screw prior to threading it into the hole. This should make sure any water or humidity stays outside of the unit.
130052
That would depend on where you were putting it. It is not weather resistant so it needs to be in a protected environment.
447046
It is manufactured for outdoor use, it has a cover and a weather tight housing, I use it for my pool filter pump, but I see no reason that it would not work indoors. It has worked very well for me since the beginning of the summer, I have not had any issues with it.
589039
it is a setup to be placed into your sump. I had mine sitting on the outside with only the pump inside and it did not perform very well. Now I have it inside the sump and it has been working GREAT.Thanks,
405774
I have mine in a siren enclosure but I don't believe it needs to be in one it looks waterproof I don't believe there will be an issue having it outside exposed
2112893
The unit is not designed for wet environments. It is designed for outdoor use. I would suggest that if you plan to have it in a location that will be more than just humid or damp, you should consider a different unit. I have mine for generator hookup. I have used some sealer on the point where the cable enters the housing. Like any commercial connector that is not designed for submersion, you do not want the connector on wet soggy ground or in any standing water. It should be elevated and protected from rain, sleet, snow and other water. I would say the same for any plug system.
736102
I would not install it outside unless you can cover the unit from the weather.
570447
Rebekah, Thank you for your question! Because the pump is submersible, rain should not cause damage to your fountain.
1163779
I believe that is how most heat pumps are installed. There is no problem with rain hitting the unit.
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.
552946
I have mine outdoors in Minnesota winter weather. The light tubes are sealed. I did put weatherproof protection on the power plug to keep it dry.
2198120
I haven't used it outside but I'm sure it would work in the warmer months. You wound need to keep it clean because it would get more debris outside and the pump can clog.