I have to use an extension cord. I tried w/ a typical outdoor cord but it didnt work. All connections were sealed but didn't turn on. Recommendations?
646289
I used a regular outdoor extension cord and it works fine. Did you try the bowl and the cord seperately to make sure they work? Remember it only keeps the water from freezing. It does NOT warm it up..
646290
Did you try without extension to check that the unit works?It only turns on at low temp.Then check the extention cord and the wall plug. It has to be one of the 3, or the temp is too high. Good luck
646291
It should work. I have mine on an extension cord and it works. It might also not be turning on if temp outside is warm enough? Try a kill-o-watt meter to see if it is pulling any power.
646292
I use an outdoor extension cord with my heated bowl and it works fine. Check the electrical outlet and make sure the power is on.
2058390
O have an outlet box close to where I use the heater so I don't use any extension cord, however, you should be able to use a outdoor extension cord. I would also use a cord lock cover to protect the connection from rain or snow.
567033
A standard outdoor grounded extension cord works fine. Mine is 100 ft. Great product.
591008
Any extension cord should work but i would suggest a heavy duty outdoor cord.
1697477
I don't have this model, but I my best guess would be a outdoor rated extension cord.
326273
We use an outdoor extension cord. If that isn't the problem call the company.
747086
Yes, if using outdoor, please use an extension cord with GFCI circuit protector, which is available in your local Home Depot or Ace Hardware Store.
626536
Like the previous answerer said, you need the outlet where the cable goes into the house. We are using an outside extension cord at the moment but are in the process of installing an outside outlet.
1469082
Check with Toro. As I remember, it's a simple connection that requires a bridge.....try connecting it using an insulated wire.
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As long as it is a heavy outdoor extension cord it works fine. I used a 50 foot outdoor cord for 8 hours straight with no issues.
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here is what the manual says "if using an extension cord it must be rated no less than that of the appliance. extension cords must be marked with the letter"W" and with a tag stating "suitable for use with outdoor appliance"
1441085
I have mine plugged into a power strip and it works perfectly fine. An extension cord should work just as well.
870151
Use a long extension cord, or don't plug it in at all and you'll get the same result. It does not work no matter what cord is used because it is a scam product.
1055507
I use mine with an extension cord, just use a Heavy Duty Appliance Extension Cord ...
2225915
Yes, pull the plug. The alternative would be to have an on/off switch on an extension cord.
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That's what I am doing. No problems till now. It also depends on the quality of extension cord and what else you are connecting to it (if using an extension board with more than 1 plug points. I am using an extension board made for computers, with surge protection.
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If your using it to charge a vehicle that is left outside you should use an outdoor extension cord . They are made for outdoor conditions where a regular extension cord is made for indoors.