I was told by the factory the 4000 watt mod 198 never has a true off, so how cold before the lowest setting turns on, as I worry for frozen pipes ?
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I'm going to assume that you might be talking about a place that you visit for a vacation or some other reason, but not a full time residence, so thereforyou (set it on the lowest level) when you leave hoping the Broan will turn on (when it gets cold) to save your pipes from freezing.In that case, I might not be the best one that can answer your question. (However) I live where my Broan lives, In the winter time I set It on # 2 settingand It does a great job. While (I would) trust the manufacturer, I still would set it just a hair above "off", Just to be sure. Hope this helps! and good luck.JL. I'm going to assume that you might be talking about a place that you visit for a vacation or some other reason, but not a full time residence, so thereforyou (set it on the lowest level) when you leave hoping the Broan will turn on (when it gets cold) to save your pipes from freezing.In that case, I might not be the best one that can answer your question. (However) I live where my Broan lives, In the winter time I set It on # 2 settingand It does a great job. While (I would) trust the manufacturer, I still would set it just a hair above "off", Just to be sure.... » Read More I'm going to assume that you might be talking about a place that you visit for a vacation or some other reason, but not a full time residence, so thereforyou (set it on the lowest level) when you leave hoping the Broan will turn on (when it gets cold) to save your pipes from freezing.In that case, I might not be the best one that can answer your question. (However) I live where my Broan lives, In the winter time I set It on # 2 settingand It does a great job. While (I would) trust the manufacturer, I still would set it just a hair above "off", Just to be sure. Hope this helps! and good luck.JL. « Show Less
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I live in the montain in México ..so i use it always in high ell the winter time...never turn off, because here is very cold .
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I use this to control a 2000W hot water heater element. Have had no problems in cold weather. The heating element is for brewing and the controller will take it from around 100W up to 2000W. Have been very satisfied with this unit, other controllers well up into the hundreds of $'s essentially performed the same task. This little unit is a huge amount of value for the buck.
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I have to open my faucets all the way to start it. There is a small amount of water in the unit that gets extremely hot all at once and heats the water exiting the unit. When there is enough water exiting the unit to ensure safe operation, it will turn on and do what it was designed to do. If the incoming water is very cold, or the faucet you want to use is far from the unit, you may need to turn it to maximum power (5).
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My measurements and calculations predict that the water around this 50 W heater will freeze at about 11°F. If you want to prevent freezing to lower temperatures, replace the heater with the 80W version, Model 9001. I would expect that one to work to -2°F.
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My answer may not completely help you since I use a separate PID temperature controller to control the temperature of this warmer. I believe you could get the warmer down to a very low setting with its own built in thermostat but I don't have mine hooked up right now or I would test it for you. To answer your other concerns, NO, you must have water in the warmer to at least the minimum water level mark. It is designed to be used with a SS full size pan inserted into which the food is then placed. I am sure it will melt chocolate just fine. I use it strictly for cooking homemade sausages which I usually cook at 160 F but this warmer will get up to about 190 F at its highest setting. My answer may not completely help you since I use a separate PID temperature controller to control the temperature of this warmer. I believe you could get the warmer down to a very low setting with its own built in thermostat but I don't have mine hooked up right now or I would test it for you. To answer your other concerns, NO, you must have water in the warmer to at least the minimum water level mark. It is designed to be used with a SS full size pan inserted into which the food is then placed. I am sure it will melt chocolate just fine. I use it strictly for cooking homemade sausages... » Read More My answer may not completely help you since I use a separate PID temperature controller to control the temperature of this warmer. I believe you could get the warmer down to a very low setting with its own built in thermostat but I don't have mine hooked up right now or I would test it for you. To answer your other concerns, NO, you must have water in the warmer to at least the minimum water level mark. It is designed to be used with a SS full size pan inserted into which the food is then placed. I am sure it will melt chocolate just fine. I use it strictly for cooking homemade sausages which I usually cook at 160 F but this warmer will get up to about 190 F at its highest setting. « Show Less
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Tonight the low is 27. Will this switch turn on the aquarium heater I have in my pond when the temp drops to 35 and then turn it back on only when temperature in the air returns to 45? Why not just on and off at 35? Is his to provide an extra period of warmth to get well above freezing?
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I now like the machine but the settings/temps process is mysterious. In brief, be sure it is in the mode you want; like standard and not eco or fan. I turn it on and up to where it starts, then back it down. I set its reading to four or five degrees higher than I actually intend. This way it cycles on and off at night and keeps the (bed)room at the desired temperature. This advice may not help. In which case persist; just fool with the thing until you win. Or call LeLonghi and good luck with that.
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I'm curious about this too. I set mine for 370 and as soon as it reaches the temperature it turns off. SO frustrating.
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I've had the plug get a little warm if I run it on high (1500 watts) all night in a cold room. No problem running it at low, 750 watts.
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HelloThe unit you are inquiring about is an INDOOR unit - but in case you leave the house unattended, and it might be exposed to temperatures below freezing: You should inquire with the manufacturer, Tagaki Toll Free: 888.882.5244My hunch is that if the house is unattended during freeze temperatures, the pipes would have an issue as well. Please call the manufacturer and be consulted for what is best in your specific situation. Regards, Buy and Large Inc
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I have my Rheem tankless unit on the outside in a "cabinet". It is installed this way for future cleanout should scale buildup happen. Our area can get down to approx. 18F. I put a light bulb in the cabinet which I leave on during the cold months. It is just enough to keep it warm enough so the pipes don't freeze. The colder it gets the more insulation you will need however, the area should be able to breathe as it is LP gas fired.
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Works great! Mine (120's) are on 24/7 and they are so low wattage it may cost me $5.00 a month if that to run them. I have had mine running for about a year now and their still going strong. The plug / Speed Control actually controls 2 fans even though each 1 comes with the plug. I have mine set up in my closed glass door entertainment center where my 1,000 watt receiver surround sound, cable box, x-box, CD player, etc. are located. I put one at the back bottom blowing in and one at the top blowing out. I have displaced 25 to 30 degrees of heat. It would get to 120 - 125 degrees inside before, and now the hottest I have measured is around 90 - 95 degrees. Will surely help the life span of your equipment and well worth the little additional cost for the electricity.
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Never bothered to do anything other than make sure all the water has been drained out of the unit and leave the drain plug out. Sits in the garage over the winter and it easily goes below freezing during the colder months. Never had an issue in over 20+ years.
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Mine has run at 60 degrees F with no problems. At temperatures below 64 it will go into periodic defrost mode which will prevent freeze-up. The operator's manual states that the unit will operate in temps down to 41 F. The manual says if the room temp remains below 41 F, the machine should be switched off.
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I use the * and minimal combination as I find the * and both min and mod on to be too warm although that is suppose to be the antifreeze level.
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Sure, attach to the low (suction) side and turn on the A/C... that's what I did.... been at least two years and still cold!!! Before I used this stuff, I had to recharge the system every few weeks.... lucky for me I got the R134 for free.... but still!!! This stuff really works!!
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On the winter mode setting and low flow setting the water is extremely hot. Our unit only ran for a short time, however. I'm not sure what failed, perhaps I needed a pre-filter? A downside is that I would have to send the unit to South America for servicing.