I would like to buy a weather proof box (because most of the negative reviews say the failure of weather proof seal on the unit was why theirs went out.) Does anyone know the measurements of the unit? It's not listed on their website.
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It's 3"1/2 H x 7"1/4 W x 9" L , I went out and measured it for you. In my experienced, Lightning is the only thing I've had happen...but 4 times. So always, always disconnect from the fence and ground before a storm. Keep your box for shipping, it has a one year warranty and I've found it to be fairly cheap to have it repaired after the warranty has ended(repairs usually take about 3 weeks). I have two units, so I always have one to use :)
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Not sure how big a "standard outdoor protective box" is, but the unit is about 10" long (including plug protruding from the end) by 3 1/2'" wide, by 2 3/4" deep. Hope that helps!! Based upon the other answers, the plug itself should fit, the entire unit, no.
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no, this is a entry level unit. not weather proof at all, but you can make a box for it so that its protected from the elements.
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I remember seeing one when I was buying mine. I didn't buy it, but where I installed it I wish I had. This alone is NOT water proof...and if it rains right before a freeze up...this thing won't work until thawing out (spring time for us up here). So either get the enclosure, build and enclosure or put it in a good spot where the potential for wet and freezing won't happen.
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The basic unit is 16" wide. With the side panels, it expands to 23" wide. The side panels arrive off the air conditioner in the box and you install a top guide and the two side panels which slide into the guide as part of the installation process. Though you wouldn't have the side panels to support the two sides of the unit, you could install the top guide by itself and that will probably be enough to hold the unit in place in the window. You could then stuff foam between the air conditioner and the sides of the window casings to make a fairly weatherproof seal. If this is your best option, it could certainly work! The basic unit is 16" wide. With the side panels, it expands to 23" wide. The side panels arrive off the air conditioner in the box and you install a top guide and the two side panels which slide into the guide as part of the installation process. Though you wouldn't have the side panels to support the two sides of the unit, you could install the top guide by itself and that will probably be enough to hold the unit in place in the window. You could then stuff foam between the air conditioner and the sides of the window casings to make a fairly weatherproof seal. If this is your... » Read More The basic unit is 16" wide. With the side panels, it expands to 23" wide. The side panels arrive off the air conditioner in the box and you install a top guide and the two side panels which slide into the guide as part of the installation process. Though you wouldn't have the side panels to support the two sides of the unit, you could install the top guide by itself and that will probably be enough to hold the unit in place in the window. You could then stuff foam between the air conditioner and the sides of the window casings to make a fairly weatherproof seal. If this is your best option, it could certainly work! « Show Less
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Hi, William,Well, my first response answered the exact question asked "What is outside width?" I had no way of knowing you wanted the dimensions and made the wrong assumption you had those and didn't understand the definitions. Sorry, but your response was positively "Snarky" blaming me for not reading your mind. LOLNow, advice for everyone. If you know the manufacturer the best information is usually found on their web site. Always start there. If that doesn't work, then happy hunting because they usually publish just about everything you would want to know including out of date usre manuals.Jim Hi, William,Well, my first response answered the exact question asked "What is outside width?" I had no way of knowing you wanted the dimensions and made the wrong assumption you had those and didn't understand the definitions. Sorry, but your response was positively "Snarky" blaming me for not reading your mind. LOLNow, advice for everyone. If you know the manufacturer the best information is usually found on their web site. Always start there. If that doesn't work, then happy hunting because they usually publish just about everything you would want to know... » Read More Hi, William,Well, my first response answered the exact question asked "What is outside width?" I had no way of knowing you wanted the dimensions and made the wrong assumption you had those and didn't understand the definitions. Sorry, but your response was positively "Snarky" blaming me for not reading your mind. LOLNow, advice for everyone. If you know the manufacturer the best information is usually found on their web site. Always start there. If that doesn't work, then happy hunting because they usually publish just about everything you would want to know including out of date usre manuals.Jim « Show Less
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Theoretically, I think this would work OK in a water-proof outdoor box--but, it really is built for indoors. I'd personally go for a unit sold for the outdoors. It's my understanding this company sells such outdoor units.
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Keith, there are a number of sizes available on Amazon. I purchased the 36 X 36 and installed it caddy corner on my 30 X 30 unit. Right now I'm using the same sized mesh summer cover. The corners hang over the sides triangle shape and the grommets attach with the bungee cords to the four sides of the AC box. It provides some covering on the sides. This winter cover is manufactured by the same individual and from looking at it (I already purchased it) I expect to use it the same way in another month or so. Good luck.
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Hi, I put mine in a water proof box from Amazon and it works just fine. I think the box I purchased was a Rainbird or another major brand. It was not expensive (the water proof box).
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After staring at it for a few months took mine to an installer and for $125 they had it in and working beautifully that morning. The seal is fine and it's been nice to have more usable space, especially during a storm. So it can be done. On mine, once installed it slightly interfered with opening the trunk in the pickup bed, but not enough to restrict anything I've wanted to do with it.
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I bought and installed mine 2 years ago in an exposed outdoor location. I'm located in northern NJ and the unit is like new and works perfectly. It has survived numerous downpours, a few tropical storms, superstorm Sandy, several weeks of below freezing temps and several snow storms. Granted I shut that circuit off in the winter but there's been no evidence of wear and tear. I have it installed on a stake I've set in the ground so in winter I put a bucket over it to keep the snow off it. The box has no gaskets and isn't sealed up tight to make it weather proof. Whatever moisture gets in seems to easily find its way out. I was a little worried like you before I bought it but it seems to hold up very well. I bought and installed mine 2 years ago in an exposed outdoor location. I'm located in northern NJ and the unit is like new and works perfectly. It has survived numerous downpours, a few tropical storms, superstorm Sandy, several weeks of below freezing temps and several snow storms. Granted I shut that circuit off in the winter but there's been no evidence of wear and tear. I have it installed on a stake I've set in the ground so in winter I put a bucket over it to keep the snow off it. The box has no gaskets and isn't sealed up tight to make it weather proof. Whatever moisture gets in... » Read More I bought and installed mine 2 years ago in an exposed outdoor location. I'm located in northern NJ and the unit is like new and works perfectly. It has survived numerous downpours, a few tropical storms, superstorm Sandy, several weeks of below freezing temps and several snow storms. Granted I shut that circuit off in the winter but there's been no evidence of wear and tear. I have it installed on a stake I've set in the ground so in winter I put a bucket over it to keep the snow off it. The box has no gaskets and isn't sealed up tight to make it weather proof. Whatever moisture gets in seems to easily find its way out. I was a little worried like you before I bought it but it seems to hold up very well. « Show Less
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There is no weather proof seal. I would not suggest it unless you had some secondary cover for it. I use this purely to hold some items out of reach of the wandering nephews and quick access for myself. This is far from high security or what I would use as outdoor security
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Dorothy, I saw your post while Christmas shopping and was wondering if you had any luck finding a weather system. My husband would love one but I got so lost in the search last Christmas I just put off buying one. Can you tell me what's worked best for you? Thanks, Rhonda
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There is a crappy cover that came with my unit that fit around the whole top (43" diameter) that went all the way to the ground (23"). I would recommend buying a good cover if you are interested in something that will last.
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I'm not sure what the dimensions are because I have since thrown away the packaging and the thing is ripped up anyway. It did not withstand some storms we had last year. :O(
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I have just installed the box and haven't been in winter weather with it yet. I am planning to install a sheet metal cover over it and will be o.k. if I keep it dry.
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I would not mount this kit outdoors. Certainly not expect it to hold up in severe weather.Contrary to C. Schafer's response, however, this kit DOES have a seal around the door. The box is all plastic though, so with 2 hinges and 1 latch, a good seal would not be made. Judging by the design, I would say this kit was designed to be weather 'resistant', not weather 'proof'. I can personally vouch that it can be left out in a light to moderate rainfall and survive it just fine, maybe a couple small areas that a drop or two made it through.On a side note, if the mounting outside isn't a deal breaker for you, this is a very nice kit for the price! I would not mount this kit outdoors. Certainly not expect it to hold up in severe weather.Contrary to C. Schafer's response, however, this kit DOES have a seal around the door. The box is all plastic though, so with 2 hinges and 1 latch, a good seal would not be made. Judging by the design, I would say this kit was designed to be weather 'resistant', not weather 'proof'. I can personally vouch that it can be left out in a light to moderate rainfall and survive it just fine, maybe a couple small areas that a drop or two made it through.On a side note, if the mounting... » Read More I would not mount this kit outdoors. Certainly not expect it to hold up in severe weather.Contrary to C. Schafer's response, however, this kit DOES have a seal around the door. The box is all plastic though, so with 2 hinges and 1 latch, a good seal would not be made. Judging by the design, I would say this kit was designed to be weather 'resistant', not weather 'proof'. I can personally vouch that it can be left out in a light to moderate rainfall and survive it just fine, maybe a couple small areas that a drop or two made it through.On a side note, if the mounting outside isn't a deal breaker for you, this is a very nice kit for the price! « Show Less