How TIGHT is "Water Tight"? Can this remote be installed in a boats transom just above the swim step?
1420673
Yes. No problems with install on outside of pontoon. Gets lots of splashes, rain, sand, and other gunk from the kids. Rinses right off!
1420674
I am not an expert but I think that might be little too wet for this remote. I think they make a wireless remote that is waterproof, that might be a better choice. Good luck p.s this unit is fantastic
1420675
No. It is not designed for this area of constant exposure to water. Not water proof or water resistance. Ok in a protected area. Mine is mounted in the helm area but it is under a canvas top. Hope this answers your question? Expensive item if you have to constantly keep replacing.
1420676
yes...it's sealed unit...I used it to upgrade from an old JBL unit ...the remote is installed appox 1"above the swim step...you'll need a 3" hole saw to cut thru the hull/deck...there is a "U-bracket" and two nuts that mount the unit from the back....1) gotta have access to the back to tighten those nuts...2) I added some silicon gasket sealer to the threads to insure the nuts would not back off...3) I used "white" silicon sealer to seal the unit to the hull...4) you may want to "grease" the connector with some silicon grease/vaseline ( prevents corrosion of the electrical contacts) and then seal the connection to the extension cable with electrical tape or more silicon seal ...hope this helps yes...it's sealed unit...I used it to upgrade from an old JBL unit ...the remote is installed appox 1"above the swim step...you'll need a 3" hole saw to cut thru the hull/deck...there is a "U-bracket" and two nuts that mount the unit from the back....1) gotta have access to the back to tighten those nuts...2) I added some silicon gasket sealer to the threads to insure the nuts would not back off...3) I used "white" silicon sealer to seal the unit to the hull...4) you may want to "grease" the connector with some silicon grease/vaseline ( prevents... » Read More yes...it's sealed unit...I used it to upgrade from an old JBL unit ...the remote is installed appox 1"above the swim step...you'll need a 3" hole saw to cut thru the hull/deck...there is a "U-bracket" and two nuts that mount the unit from the back....1) gotta have access to the back to tighten those nuts...2) I added some silicon gasket sealer to the threads to insure the nuts would not back off...3) I used "white" silicon sealer to seal the unit to the hull...4) you may want to "grease" the connector with some silicon grease/vaseline ( prevents corrosion of the electrical contacts) and then seal the connection to the extension cable with electrical tape or more silicon seal ...hope this helps « Show Less
1420677
Yes... It can be mounted on the exterior of the boat. It is waterproof and can be splashed or sprayed with a hose when cleaning the boat. It needs to be mounted high enough so it won't get submerged for a long period of time as this may allow water to get in behind the device causing other problems for the boat. Many boat manufacturers that use Clarion gear install this controller near the swim platform of their boats...
1420678
I installed mine at the helm,it gets washed down every trip,no problems at all..
1420679
Yes it can. I work at a shop. And we have done many of them. Try to get it high as possible. I jus don't want it in the water all the time
1193233
I installed mine on an Intex ultra last year and it has been working great. You can install it only as high as the top seam below the metal frame, so you do loose a little bit of water depth - prob just over 1".
1827035
It has to be in the water. I didn't try pressing it tight against the hull and try measure through the hull, but doesn't seem to be likely it will work. Actually, it doesn't seem to work reliably when the boat is moving too - at speeds above 6 kt I hardly had any success.
1924166
There is an anchor rod that fits into a hole drilled into your deck. Ideally the hole is 3 inches from the edge. At two inches you will have about an inch between the side of the pool and the alarm but this should still work.About half of the vertical arm needs to be under water for the alarm to function properly. This translates to about 4 inches from the top of your deck to the water level. Hope this helps!
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The 15 ft tethered float switch itself is rated for wet installation, so yes, it can go outdoors. The alarm module will need to be installed indoors or in a weather/wet tight box if you intend to use it outside. If you will use it in that manner be sure the power receptacle is weather protected in the same weather/wet tight box. On a related note make sure the alarm module is located where it can be heard. Mine is in the lowest level of my condo in a room below the stairs, but I can still hear it on the third level when I tested the system. It works quite well. Bill, (end user and Mechanical Engineer) The 15 ft tethered float switch itself is rated for wet installation, so yes, it can go outdoors. The alarm module will need to be installed indoors or in a weather/wet tight box if you intend to use it outside. If you will use it in that manner be sure the power receptacle is weather protected in the same weather/wet tight box. On a related note make sure the alarm module is located where it can be heard. Mine is in the lowest level of my condo in a room below the stairs, but I can still hear it on the third level when I tested the system. It works quite well. Bill, (end user and... » Read More The 15 ft tethered float switch itself is rated for wet installation, so yes, it can go outdoors. The alarm module will need to be installed indoors or in a weather/wet tight box if you intend to use it outside. If you will use it in that manner be sure the power receptacle is weather protected in the same weather/wet tight box. On a related note make sure the alarm module is located where it can be heard. Mine is in the lowest level of my condo in a room below the stairs, but I can still hear it on the third level when I tested the system. It works quite well. Bill, (end user and Mechanical Engineer) « Show Less
1165193
This ship as a water tight compartment, you need remove all parts on the top and open the compartment to replace the motor, but make sure it's motor problem before you go through all the trouble, usually motors don't have problems, if me I will check the remote first, this remote is pretty simple, it's just two on/off switches, make sure those connecters has good contact.
153058
I've had this unit completely soaked while mudding and river crossing. Yet, there is a rubber plug on top of the unit, this plug keeps water out of the unit and must be removed to connect the remote. Therefore, if the unit is submerged when trying to use it, NO, it is not proof. If you are putting the kind of money in a vehicle that will allow it to be submerged beyond the bumper, don't skimp on the winch. If you want to go Smittybilt, go with the x2o line or spend the extra $$$ for Warn.
326382
regardless what some have said...the remote IS in fact waterproof to 10 feet under water according to gopro. If you use the handle under water I would rinse it with fresh water after each use to insure you dont get salt build up or sand built up inside.
1552991
Can't comment on water tightness. The controller comes set up for cooling but there are instructions you can follow to set it up for heating. It can not do both at the same time.
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The 15 ft tethered float switch itself is rated for wet installation, so yes, it can go outdoors. The alarm module will need to be installed indoors or in a weather/wet tight box if you intend to use it outside. If you will use it in that manner be sure the power receptacle is weather protected in the same weather/wet tight box. On a related note make sure the alarm module is located where it can be heard. Mine is in the lowest level of my condo in a room below the stairs, but I can still hear it on the third level when I tested the system. It works quite well. Bill, (end user and Mechanical Engineer)
2134465
I wouldn't try it underwater, but otherwise it's all weather :) I would agree to wrap the connection once you have it installed.
1659032
I have a Hunter Pro-C Sprinkler Control Box. When I purchased the remote control, I didn't understand that there were 2 units involved - a transmitter and a receiver. I was unable to fit the receiver inside my control box. As I understand it, to mount it outside, the receiver would be in the off position, therefore, to make any changes, the receiver would physically have to be turned on. As this more or less defeats the purpose of the remote control, I returned it for credit.
1083534
It can be set up as a low water alarm, but the remote alarm application would require a modification not intended by the manufacturer...which doesn't make it impossible, but you'll have to do it yourself, and potentially void any warranty.
1159684
I don't believe so. The remotes are paired with the receiver so if you break or misplace a remote you'd need to replace the whole thing. FYI there's a pretty slick single color controller that I replaced this unit with. It controls 4 zones either together or individually - this is really nice if you're controlling more than one strand. They make the same type of remote with 4 zones but for RGB strands too. I have 4 color and 4 warm white zones on my boat and with two remotes I control all 8 zones - you're not going to do that with this unit you're inquiring about. It's still not bad for the price but if you want higher end there's better products out there... and that other controller is programmed so the answer to your question there would be yes and you could have backup remotes as I do both as backup and a second set of remotes for the other side of the boat. OKAY, that was way more info than you were asking for, sorry!
2155347
Seems like it SHOULD work as long as the build is protected in water tight enclosure. It is not a bright as a regular incandescent, but it is cooler and should be bright enoughespecially for dim lighting conditions. Don't drop the remote control in the water.
1639943
I'm not sure I run Vehicles not boats but if the plug and voltage are the same I should think so the battery compartment should be water tight.
1656998
I can't be sure, mine sis in my toIt does lock securely in the upright position, but mine is in my toy hauler, can't say how it will work in a boat.