can someone tell a Motor Home novice, preparing for his first winterizing challenge....what is this "Easy Heat" 10802 Freeze free, actually used for?
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If you're winterizing a motor home, you may be considering wrapping pipes in the Freeze Cable. This is used to connect the cable to AC. I have several, connected to different legs of my pipe wraps, and they work like a champ.
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For a motor home that you want to winterize so the pipes don't freeze, you will want to use an RV Antifreeze and get it into all of the lines to replace the water so the lines/fittings/toilet doesn't burst. Easy Heat 10802 works with the Easy heat cable and plugs into a normal 120V outlet to heat water lines below trailer houses and homes with crawl spaces (no basement). Can't really think of any other use for it - any water/sewage line that is exposed to freezing air that you don't want to freeze. Wrap the cable around the line as you go and plug the outlet in.
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This is the connection device, to run the Easy Heat cable, it makes the connection from your 110vac outlet to the physical braided cable. After stripping the cable per instructions it is inserted to this device and closed shut. Bear in mind none of this is water proof.
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In case you're wondering, the current draw on a heat tape circuit of this type depends on the length of the run. A short run of heat cable will draw less current than a long run of the same cable. This is true because heat tape actually consist of a series of parallel circuits. Which means that the more parallel circuits you create (by having a longer cable) the more current will be drawn. There would of course be a maximum length of cable that could be used for any given size fuse or breaker.
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It sounds like you're looking for a heater you can leave on it's own for an extended amount of time. This heater has a function that could keep your pumphouse from freezing, depending on the size. However, I don't personally believe this is the type of heater you should use in that situation. Though this heater is quite powerful for its size and inexpensive to use, a small ceramic heater like this turn into a pretty tremendous fire hazard if left unattended.
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I used this model and I can't give it enough accolades. Its like riding around in a freezer. i actually have to add a little heat as it can get that cold. i'd recomend you go with this unit. The people take pride in thier work and you will notice it right away.
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Unfortunately I don't think this will work for you. I have had mine freeze up when it is only down to 0°F. so I think you'd have real problems at -40. There is not much insulation in there, so it might work if you sprayed more insulation inside and maybe put a gasket between the fixture and the ground and maybe another gasket on the access door on the side. I don't know if there are other waterers that would work any better. It is also critical that the waterline feeding the waterer does not freeze up below grade as it passes through the frost line. I had this occur to me one time and used halogen lamps to heat up the ground. Unfortunately I don't think this will work for you. I have had mine freeze up when it is only down to 0°F. so I think you'd have real problems at -40. There is not much insulation in there, so it might work if you sprayed more insulation inside and maybe put a gasket between the fixture and the ground and maybe another gasket on the access door on the side. I don't know if there are other waterers that would work any better. It is also critical that the waterline feeding the waterer does not freeze up below grade as it passes through the frost line. I had this occur to me one time and used... » Read More Unfortunately I don't think this will work for you. I have had mine freeze up when it is only down to 0°F. so I think you'd have real problems at -40. There is not much insulation in there, so it might work if you sprayed more insulation inside and maybe put a gasket between the fixture and the ground and maybe another gasket on the access door on the side. I don't know if there are other waterers that would work any better. It is also critical that the waterline feeding the waterer does not freeze up below grade as it passes through the frost line. I had this occur to me one time and used halogen lamps to heat up the ground. « Show Less
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You can use Heat gas treament or air break anti- freeze, these are two items I use in mind now. There are other fuel sources out there go on Utube and look.
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I have not used the product yet as it has been too cold in the DC area. i believe your assumption is correct (that is what I expect to do). I plan to use it this weekend and I will let you know how it goes.
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I dont know, it didnt get above 32 here. However I dont see how it would, it seems to be a constant heat source. Mine just couldnt handle the cold apparently, it froze through the first night.
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I would recommend Hoptkins #46105, I tend to soldier and use marine grade heat shrink as well, but I tend to over think things. Plently of vids to help with whats what, when wiring.
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GB is correct. EinZett 921008 is for non-freezing applications only. Concentrate has NO anti-freeze properties. For applications where freezing temps (down to -22F) are expected, pump out your WSW tank and use EinZett 949515 Anti-Frost Plus Concentrate mixed with distilled water. Un-stick your frozen wiper blades and soften WS ice with EinZett Eistau Spray #940612 $4/0.5 liter. Both are worth every penny. Cheers!
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With proper ventilation (to keep your roof cold) and insulation (so house air doesn't warm it up) you shouldn't have any ice damns so will be OK. I redid all that on my place before installing the guard, so don't know how it does with heavy damning. Without damning it has held up fine in the snow.
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I would not recommend using anything with propane exhaust inside an RV. Is your freezer using propane? Mine is electric.
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have only used cold. We use it mostly on our motorcycles. We have forgotten to empty and when doing it the next day the ice is still in it. It also has a nice handle.
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The stock thermal coating that comes with the coolmaster is as good as arctic silver. No need to purchase arctic silver an $8 savings. The secret is not to use very much, a couple of grain size drops is suffice.
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Bill - we have used it in cold weather with very good results (32 degrees and above), but not sure about performance in sub zero weather. Sorry we couldn't be of more help. Have you called the manufacturer for input?
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good point. this will be my first summer using it. it did wonders for the winter. my bedroom and bathroom over the garage hit 80 degrees for the first time since I owned the house. I will definitely keep an eye on the temps this summer. Worst case I should delicately be able to remove the insulation for the summer. Shoot me a message in August. I will let you know if my house burned down. lol
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Hello The unit you are inquiring about is an INDOOR unit - but in case you leave the house unattended, and it might be exposed to temperatures below freezing: You should inquire with the manufacturer, Tagaki Toll Free: 888.882.5244 My hunch is that if the house is unattended during freeze temperatures, the pipes would have an issue as well. Please call the manufacturer and be consulted for what is best in your specific situation. Regards, Buy and Large Inc
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Does this do well in small rooms with absolutely no heat during a Midwest winter? Or is this generally purchased to supplement other types of heat? Our little cabin has 2 rooms approx 15x15 ft. Outside temps are likely to be below freezing for the majority of 2-3 months or so. Thanks!