Can you use it outdoors on a porch plugged into an outlet and keep it plugged in?
1260961
Maybe. if the manufacturer's recommendations say it's ok for outdoor use. I no longer have this one anymore, it quick working about 6 months after I bought it and went to the pet store for a different type. I seem to remember my mom having this brand for an outside cat who slept in the garage in a covered bed, she never had problems with it, and it was always plugged in.
1260962
I assume that would be ok, just keep it out of the weather. I leave mine plugged in for long periods of time, but mine is indoors.
1260963
I used it inside but plugged in all the time cause my little kitty was very old. It does not get very hot, so it was just enough warmth for inside. I would think it might not get hot enough for outside, but if it is in a covered box, maybe it would work. I lost my little cat, 21 years old, this February, but I kept the pad for another day because I liked it so much.
1997887
It can be mounted anywhere there is a 110 VAC outlet available. There is no reason it has to be mounted outdoors. Be aware there is a slight 60 cycle hum when it is turned on.
175288
I leave my bowl plugged in 24/7 outside but it is on a covered patio. I think you could leave it plugged in outside with no protection as long as the electrical outlet it's plugged in is not exposed to water. I am very pleased with this bowl as water never freezes now. Hope this helps.
2039881
Would be better and safer to put an outside waterproof outlet and plug it in. Would not trust Rain Bird honoring warranty by cutting the chord...
2161152
I would NOT recommend this for outdoor use. You need an extension made for outdoor use, and, the correct cord to carry the power you need to satisfy whatever you will be running outside (vary from 16, 14, 12, etc. gauge, about 6 ft to 100 ft lengths). I would suggest a visit to your local Lowes, Home Depot or home center with your exact usage needs and ask for someone with electrical experience.
1793787
I am currently using it outdoors on my cable, BUT, as it needs to be plugged in, I have a weather resistant outlet close.
633449
I don't think it's designed for outdoor use, if you are using a totally waterproof outlet cover it would probably work OK.
1392052
Sure. If you live in an area where the voltage isn't reliable it's best to put a protective device on your outlet.
668923
No. It is definitely not designed for outside, but would probably do OK outside on a covered porch.
1486741
We've had one of ours for over a year and have always used an extension cord for it--running it under the porch and plugging it into an outside outlet. We've had no issues at all!
882470
The outdoor unit must be plugged into a power supply before use. We did that, but the battery would not charge.
1884963
probably not but I don't see the need to keep it plugged in all the time. just unplug it when the blue lights are lit.
1987819
I use 2 outdoors on covered porch. Obviously, if the electrical plug is exposed water it could short out or cause electrical shock.
521909
Sure you can use it outdoors. It has a small battery box on it that would probably be completely ruined, but you are free to put the thing any place you want. Just don't expect it to last long out there if it starts raining...
1445111
Normally, I wouldn't think to use this outdoors, unless in good weather. I use mine for travel. It allows me to use one plug (in an airport, for example) and charge several things at the same time. As well, I use it at my desk at home because it allows me to have multiple items (laptop, tablet, smartphone, bluetooth keyboard) plugged in and charging all at once.
386440
correction to my answer not sure if it is for outdoor use, but i use it outdoors only when plugged into my generation with no issues. it is made for a generator which you can not be used indoors.
744137
Hi there, I use it to power my 15 Amp chainsaw and it is great but I do not leave it sitting out in the weather when not in use. The plug and socket are normal heavy-duty and do not have anything I would call weather proofing around them. For my purposes, it was a great buy.