With this system, how do you keep the water from freezing in the winter months?
1135642
i have not figured that one out yet, what i have been thinking of doing is place a small submersible heater in the 5 Gal water bucket or if you come off a spicket you could use a heat tape then wrap it with foam insulation and gorilla tape.hope this helps you.
1135643
You can put a fish tank type heater in the water bucket that feeds the pvc pipe
1796305
Both work fine. Water is not as messy. Don't know what to tell you about freezing, I live in Florida.
2189035
Once filled, these units are not very portable; if you fill with water, add enough pet-safe (non-toxic) antifreeze to keep from freezing based on the expected average lowest temperature for your area.
2019443
Water is still liquid at 35º, so it will work just fine. My pump has not been out in freezing temps so far this year, but the literature says it has a thermal protection device to protect it. I will have to wait and see, but so far it works great.
1640083
Mine has kept a 25 gallon uninsulated plastic basin completely ice free with the temps in single digits. Not sure what temperature the water is, but it is still cold to touch.
1103589
The main problem I see would be freezing. For example, sprinkler systems need to be blown out with compressed air before each winter. That said, I have a hose that I leave out under just a few inches all year with no problems though it is on a slope so I can drain it after each use.
503997
If the freezing temperature is only during the night and warms up to above freezing during the day, this method would be OK. The concern is how long the filter will be effective with water running through constantly.
1528977
I use mine with a 5 gallon galvanized poultry waterer. I sit the heater on some bricks to raise it. I live in Ohio and we have had 4 degree weather this year and the water has not freezed yet.
595813
You may use the bath year-round. The manufacturer suggests purchasing a birdbath de-icer; just make sure the de-icer can withstand the temperatures in your area. If you are not able to keep your water from freezing during the winter, you may remove the basin and invert it over the pedestal or take the whole bath indoors. Your main concern is to prevent the water from freezing.
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.
189716
Sorry for the delays answering ur question. I have both & both models are great. Having dual system warm & cold water is great in winter :-)
825014
I live in Maryland and it freezes here. I spoke to the manufacturer who said you must remove them for winter, or a prolonged deep freeze could cause ice build-up on and inside the plastic parts to split the seams of the parts. It will also create uneven ice formation possibly damage the structure of the pool itself, potentially to the point of failure. I'm taking mine out, even if I need to hire Hercules. They were too expensive to find them damaged next spring!
1786067
here in southeast texas we only have a few freezes a year. i have had no issues though. any faucet that is metal, will need to be wrapped in any extensive freezing environment. plastic even more so.
97006
I use mine in a basement where it doesn't get that cold. But if it gets to 30 degrees, that is below freezing so I imagine the water could freeze in the drain hose or the holding tank plus anywhere it travels in order to get to those places which might be harmful to the unit. Just a thought, I don't know for a fact.
458401
Put some insulation ... Around pipes between heater and outside ...wall ... Very little Insulation ... In michigan ... Never freezes .... Ciao Ciao
1496886
It means you can use it outside. It will NOT prevent the water from freezing. This is the best waterer we've ever used.
862660
I've never had this style freeze; The heating element heats the area under the water pan and keeps the space under the pan warm. You would need to go below your freeze line and install a good tube....should work.