is this switch and primarily the box somewhat waterproof? I just wondering if something will go wrong if it gets wet? its a 4 wheeler they do get wet.
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I use mine to plow snow and the box is mounted above the rear tire so it does get wet. I have not had and problems.
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I would say that it is very water resistant - not water proof. I use my ATV to plow snow in my subdivision. The switch (which is mounted just below the handle bars and above the head lights), ATV and I get very wet from the snow that flies over the top of the snow blade. I have been removing snow using this switch for three seasons with no problems.
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Matt, I placed the box below by the winch on the Polaris. What it has in it isn't any different than what other winches have exposed. So water doesn't bother it. The only thing you should note is you need access to it if you want to turn it on and off with the red switch on the side. I by-passed the switch on mine because I didn't to bother with it getting turned off by mistake.
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Mine is not waterproof. The switch is not covered and would easily leak water.
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I would say its very water resistant not waterproof. I have it mounted under my back bumper for camping. Its been there a year and works fine. The inside of the unit shows little sign of corrosion. The spring lid snaps shut and holds tight.
831054
Mine has gotten a little wet and still works. (in light rain) But it has not been in a rainstorm.
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I would say yes. I attached it to the four wheeler, it's been on there for about 2 years, riding around in the rain, snow, sleet, and have gotten inside after and my contents were dry, it's got a lip on the box that goes up inside the lid like a truck tool box, and it has thick weather stripping under the lid for a tight snug fit to the box, lid does not rattle either. Hope this helps!
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Yes, when properly installed it has proven to be completely water proof both when providing power to an accessory or when closed and not in use. This is an outstanding product as far as I'm concerned.
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the radio equipment all says waterproof, but, I don't think anyone can guarantee you can submerse the electronics, I can tell you that I have used the truck in wet grass in the rain and drove it through large puddles with no issues whatsoever.
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as with any electronics I would not advise using it fulll time in the wet weather (outside in the rain) , the motor in the rear has vents and I am sure will ultimaly lead to malfunction and possibly electrocution..Bill P
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I have never used it wet or allowed the main unit to get wet. I doubt that it is water proof. My recommendation is to not get it wet, but other may have had no problem. Better safe than sorry.
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The housing is not completely waterproof, but I would say it's water resistant. It has a gasket where the two halves of the housing meet, and the button to turn the system on is insulated and sealed.Bottom line, if it gets wet, it's probably no big deal, just don't go submerging the thing. I kept mine on my basement floor, right next to the bucket and my makeshift shower, and I never had an issue.
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I have not used it n a heavy downpour. I've been in light rain situations and had no problems. The plugs all fit snugly. I'd be comfortable saying water resistant more than waterproof. That said, I've had mine (two units) nearly a year and have been very happy with the units.
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More like water resistant. It's housed in a plastic box. The bottom has a cover with 4 screws in it and the cover has a rubber seal. I definitely don't recommend it if you snorkel your atv or to submerge this box in any way. I mounted mine under the seat to keep it dry from rain and splashing water and mud. I actually bought this control to replace the remote unit on my Badlands winch. That box (similar to this one) filled up with water and ruined the contactor. The remote wasn't water proof either and died. Not sure why you would make an ATV winch control and not make it waterproof (epoxy seal it, etc). Hope this helps. More like water resistant. It's housed in a plastic box. The bottom has a cover with 4 screws in it and the cover has a rubber seal. I definitely don't recommend it if you snorkel your atv or to submerge this box in any way. I mounted mine under the seat to keep it dry from rain and splashing water and mud. I actually bought this control to replace the remote unit on my Badlands winch. That box (similar to this one) filled up with water and ruined the contactor. The remote wasn't water proof either and died. Not sure why you would make an ATV winch control and not make it waterproof (epoxy... » Read More More like water resistant. It's housed in a plastic box. The bottom has a cover with 4 screws in it and the cover has a rubber seal. I definitely don't recommend it if you snorkel your atv or to submerge this box in any way. I mounted mine under the seat to keep it dry from rain and splashing water and mud. I actually bought this control to replace the remote unit on my Badlands winch. That box (similar to this one) filled up with water and ruined the contactor. The remote wasn't water proof either and died. Not sure why you would make an ATV winch control and not make it waterproof (epoxy seal it, etc). Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Don't know for sure but ben out in some pretty heavy rain and button has never failed to work. 4 wheeler sits out in the weather and uncovered.
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No. Control box and/or lights are NOT water proof. I've tried sealing them... but the materials used in their manufacturing and shipped are not par, for upgrades.
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It's not what you would called water proof but it is designed to be in marine environment and exposed to saltwater. It will hold up to being wet without corroding. It is a very nice fuse box and is holding up great on my boat in saltwater and gets wet and stays wet for long periods. The cover is just to protect from impact and covers the wire lugs if you don't have covers on connecter.
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it is waterproof as I am using it. It inserts (sits flush) in the socket intended for it. The rubber seal that surrounds the light is very snug. when I pulled out the old light fixture to replace it with the new one, there was no evidence of water leaks. I am using it on a horse trailer as the brake light.
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It is designed to be weather resistant. The switches are covered by a plastic membrane and it has robust ground fault protection. As a precaution we cover it when not in use with a contractor's trash bag secure at the bottom with a bungee cord.