Can I add a foot rinse to this unit and, if so, would I still be able to drain it for the winter?
1120199
Yes, where the pipe comes out to go to the shower head, there is a plug on the bottom side. We installed this unit and installed a spigot underneath the handles with a small piece of pipe. We use it to wash our feet off in summer.
1120200
yes I added a shut off valve on the bottom and put a short piece of hose for a foot rinse.For the winter remove the hose and open the shut off valve to drain the valves for the winter.
1120201
I don't see why not. But you would have to remove it somehow to drain the valve at the bottom.
1120202
We added a foot rinse to our set up, really just two high-quality brass shut-off valves, that can be used for rinsing feet or connecting a hose (hot or cold water as needed for a blow-up pool we sometimes use nearby). The shut-off valves are also the way we drain the system for the winter as they are at the lowest point of the plumbing coming from the house. The two input pipes from the house come through the wall to galvanized steel T-connections where two galvanized steel pipes (matching the neck of the Kohler unit) go up three feet to the shower controls as well as straight to the two lower shut-off valves. The set-up all matches well, looks great and has performed well so far. We will see how well drained the system is after a cold Vermont winter! I note that we put in a 12" extension between the shower control and the neck assembly and got the idea from reviews by other buyers. Hope this is helpful.
2043097
I used the bench in the shower after I had foot surgery and could not put any weight on the foot. It got water in it & my husband drilled several small holes in a nonstructural support area of the bottom to drain it. We have also drilled extra holes in plastic lawn furniture so drainage was improved to avoid mildew.
872530
I have not cleaned it yet and use it daily in the winter. I did make sure it was completely empty in the summertime when i stored it. I do use filtered water in it (not tap water). It works fine.
987534
I can't answer this from experience since I have not owned the unit through a heating season. Technically, the manufacturer recommends disconnecting the intake hose from outdoors during the winter and using inside air as the intake during cold weather. I am hoping that does not become necessary, but it may.
89601
The drain attaches to a fixture at the side of the unit. From there you can attach an old garden hose and drain any where.
520662
Yes. There is a drain cap on the bottom. And a hose can attach to it for draining away from it.
2255094
It says that you can. I have had the cold water line turned off for other reasons when chaning it, so I can't say for sure, but think that you would have very little spillage while changing it.
2226001
I agree with jsto's comments....I never thought to put ice in their with the water. I'll will try that. I bought that unit for my enclosed patio because I didn't want to have a hole in my patio for draining.
858155
I packed up the pump and stored it indoors for the winter. The freezing and thawing will not be good for the unit.
1058407
I see no reason that you cannot....I do it frequently, as I use the Foot Spa at my hypnotherapy practice in conjunction with other services I offer! :-) I just use a small amount of bleach, to a full spa, turn the heat and jets on high and let it cycle for about 10 - 15 minutes, drain and then rinse with cool water. No problems so far and I really do not expect any!
230700
I wouldn't think you would need to cover it unless there is alot of water running right into it. The winter covers are to keep more to keep the cold weather from coming through the unit and when you aren't using it for prolonged periods. Under regular conditions I would say no, and definitely not while in use.
946758
Yes you can with no problem at all. It's about a couple inches from open hindge. Love mine but I did not install the water drain lines. Not needed.
545900
Yes you need to drain it. If you are running it continuously and you don't drain it the water will drain onto your floor.
239119
Yes. There's a drain. Worked great. When the ice started to melt, we drained some water out and added more ice.
1796306
Empty your base before winter. The water could freeze and the base would expand and crack. I use water because you won't be able to empty the sand and store your base. Store inside the garage or hang on the wall.
1051745
You'll need to purchase at least one tub. Preferably two. The first is for the soak and the second is to rinse. The feet are covered in "muck" to the ankles after the soak. You won't want to walk around until your feet are clean.
2118053
When I spoke with New Air, they told me that the only thing I would need to do is empty the water...and the unit will let you know when it needs to be emptied. There is a water plug and a hose that comes with the unit. I have not had to empty the unit yet...possibly because I have only used it for heating so far. I will know if I need to drain the unit when I use the air conditioning.