Is this ok for outside use? Also, how much does the bottom part fill up? Could you fit ice cubes through the opening of the jug? Thanks!
1415348
Ice cubes do not fit through the opening, but in the summer, I often fill the base (inside) half full with crushed ice and then insert the bottle.
1415349
In regard to outside use...it is very sturdy but if it would be exposed to extreme cold it would freeze up, if exposed to extreme heat(which I hope your dog would not be exposed to either) it would have to be cleaned out very frequently due to moisture being inside the main bottle/seals all the time. If it would be used outside on occasion and the temps were moderate it would be fine. In regard to the second question: You have to unscrew the lid to change the water and fill it up...you could add ice cubes to cool the water down if you wanted to the main bottle. I am not sure how long they would keep it cool however if the temps were elevated nor am I aware of how it would affect the flow. I have never tried it outside as our dog is strictly an inside dog. I love this system and do highly recommend it. We have had it for nearly a year and we are very pleased with it. I hope this helps.
1415350
Yes, I would use this outside except when it freezes. The bottom has about a 1/2 in distance from the top of the bowl and the top of the container. No, the opening for filling resivor is very small so, no ice cubes.
1415351
I would not use outside permanently. The bottom fills up 2 inches. Ice cubes do not fit through the opening of the jug.
237472
I had to find plastic buckets and round containers to make my ice. The small buckets work best but are hard to find and expensive if you buy new. I tried plastic food containers from WalMart but they cracked apart quickly. One trick is to lay a straw or small popsicle stick on the top of the water and the water freezes to a more solid clear ice. Don't ask me to explain but it works. Not for commercial use.
936893
I have not used it outdoors, but I do not believe it is designed for outdoor use. Besides, I'm that this unit is adequate for three large dogs. The reservoir is good-sized, but I think it would run dry. Additionally, the unit is ceramic, so you'd probably worry about breakage. One more thing...I'd definitely worry about keeping it clean.
2251257
You could put individual ice cubes in the 2" diameter opening although I haven't tried it. Good idea though!
172748
You could use it out side, however, it is NOT insulated so therefore in the cold or heat you would need to do something different. Also the top does not fasten, it just sets on top. I would NOT recommend it for outside use
1871800
I had it out in the sun for approx 8 hours and it worked fine. I had put those frozen blocks on the bottom and the some ice on the top and everything kept nice and cold. To be honest, by the end of the day, the ice had melted and the blocks were back to liquid filled, but the compartment was still cold and so were the drinks we kept in it.
1088332
Dont think it would be a good idea outside especially sitting in rain. Cubes are the square type with holllow middle but no hole through
1088333
We do not use this machine outdoors. It is installed in our basement. It make square cubes with an indent in the top of it. They do not have a hole all the way through the ice cube. It is working great for us. Hope this info helps.
1826075
It is about 15" It wont keep a large water from freezing if you fill it. The bottom will not freeze but the top will making it impossable to open without thawing first. I only add a gallon at a time
401556
Honestly not sure about outdoor use its inside at our house. I don't see why not if in protected outdoor area. Well made after 3 yrs of heavy use keeps beer cold &#128077;&#127996;&#128522;
1389599
I suppose if you didn't fill it up all the way (to allow for expansion when the water freezes) it would be ok. I'd be careful, though. The bottle is a bit on the cheaper side, so you might want to be gentle with it.
490412
The top part opens up - the limitation will be size of the hole where you add water. It should accomodate a normal size ice cube from an automatic ice maker from most freezers. But bigger than that may not fit through hole.
755107
If water does not get into the key way and freeze, it should work fine for outdoor use.
1032752
I would not use it outside unless you would take it in when it rains. The bottom is a tray which would catch the rain.
977031
I think it would be ok outside but you would need to make sure it is dry inside because of mildew. I have only used my inside this winter and the ice lasted for days. We love it. I think it would be great for outside around a pool area. Holds lots too!!!
171082
I put a Ziplock plastic container in it -- keeps the soda out of the melting ice. Can use the container to refill it from the machines at hotels. Ice lasts all day in or out of car. Best cooler I've ever had!
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yes i believe it can be used outside...i use it inside to hold my coffee cups