Does this have to be standing upright or can it be safely laid on its side with no leaks?
1135965
I would not lay it down due to the possibility of it weeping. It does seal tightly but being bumped around while on its side i am not so sure.
1564929
I have had no problem of spilling when tipped. However, I would probably store it upright. I am not sure of how long the rubber gasket would last if stored on it's side.
423287
If left outside, then turning it upside down means the zip will sit in water and not a good idea. I have not had any leaks from my item since purchase.
1750176
My bottle also leaked when stored horizontally. So I keep it upright in storage now. Teflon tape might also work.
1034390
Yes, you can leave it standing, but this would be totally inconvenient as the 'go to' potty. There is no catch bucket underneath, so you would have to put a bag under it each time or be using it as an outdoor potty. We use it as our car & boat potty. It makes the kids feel comfortable to sit and go even if we are on the go.
1191460
It is stury enough to be free standing. We have it over the cut out for the septic lid, it is definitely study enough.
786550
This one stands straight. I haven't used a level on it, but it's straight enough that I never look at it and say, "Why is it leaking like that?"
1290361
I always keep mine upright i have had them tip over in the car with no leaks but all in all keep up right
1564928
Should store upright. Won't spill if locktight gasket is on right. A great product if you don't like the current restrictions.
130895
Should be all right horizontally..... but gravity does make it easier to shut in the upright position.
1564924
Best to store upright,however if it should tip over it will not spill with cap sealed, also due not store in high heat as it is not vented and will expand the side of the can.
1811051
Yes, no, and yes it stands up on its side in a very stable manner when set on a flat surface with glass being the most ideal.
1261026
Hi Ronald, no it doesn't have to be upright. No it doesn't have an auto shut off, just check on it, or sit and wait because this pump doesn't waste any time getting the water out, ha ha... I love mine! I hope this helps. :)
235059
obviously it will sit on top of the rails which is a slight bit uneven. however i have not had any issues whatsoever. and no water leaking through. very happy with it.
589140
I have always left it upright. Should be a sealed system and can be stored lying down, but I would not.
2062311
Haven't used it that way, but they look very secure and like they would not leak if sealed as they come. That said, the pump to get the water out couldn''t obviously be used in that position. How would you access the water? They would be so heavy when full that you couldn't realistically lay them down or right them after they were filled. Filling while on its side empty, you couldn't fill completely... Hope this helps.
427438
That is what I wanted to know...... It is very helpful to know that it leaks if it is stored horizontally. Thanks.