Will the water freeze in winter weather?
773463
I had it running this weekend in arrowhead it was fine. The heater was on to the house. I would imagine if it was below 30 the motor may not like it. I would not assume that because the water is moving it will not freeze at a lower temp. But I am sure the motor is not designed for freezing. But it really moves the water.
773464
Yes, if the waterer is outside in subfreezing conditions the water will freeze.
773465
I only use it indoors and I love it. The water moves rather rapidly so I don't think the water would freeze, but, I would worry about the motor.
1980077
This is my first winter with the ladder. I did just remove mine to story under at least partial cover. It doesn't freeze where I am, but I don't think freezing would be a problem as there would be room for the water to expand in the ladder without harming it.
1306520
I don't think so, I have been using these products for several winters. The water is as cold as what comes from your tap, but the end result is worth it. It is a directed stream of water so only the area that needs to get wet will. Hopefully that helps.
2243121
I haven't spent a winter with mine. But my husband doesn't think it will freeze because of the small surface of contact within the metal parts. I live in a very cold area during winter too. We feel they should work year round.
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.
35153
I have not tested this filter but the question isn't stupid like the "breaking physics" answer indicated. The water has energy imparted through the pump and the moving water is much harder to freeze. There is no exact answer without qualifications: "it depends on how low the temperature is and how long you will be leaving it in those temperatures." There may even be parts in the pumping mechanism that are extremely prone to freezing (like a thin hose without insulation that would seize the kinetic energy injection mechanism before it had a chance to postpone the freezing in the larger reservoir. Quick answer: Yes, this will freeze in sub-zero temperatures, eventually. Longer answer: It is likely that this will freeze rapidly because the pump likely has a hose that will freeze like pipes in a house. If sufficiently insulated, this could postpone the freezing but would likely not impart enough constant kinetic energy to the water to keep it from freezing forever. It's possible that the pump is strong enough that there would be an effect similar to what you see when fountains freeze but it's unlikely that it's well insulated and strong enough to do this. I hope this was helpful.
1423438
Sorry I don't have an answer as I live in the northwest where the weather is mild most of the time. We leave our pump on all year so nothing freezes. If you drain every bit of water out of the skimmer including the pipes it should be ok as far as I can see. The ground around the skimmer will have to be relatively dry too so it won't expand if it freezes and crush the sides. You might be better to get an answer from someone who lives in a cold area.Good LuckGord
1720989
I have not tried to freeze it. Freezing water makes it expand and could crack it. Your question is a good one. It would be nice to have cold water. The mfg should know the answer.
798891
Yes. We accidentally did froze some water overnight. It was fine the next day.
80768
It is sturdy and well-made. I have not had mine through a winter, but I don't think I would leave it outside with water in it - - anything might crack if it freezes where you live.
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.
1980076
This is my first winter to own this latter so I can't guarantee it but if your pool doesn't freeze, I don't see a problem leaving it in the pool under water.
1833100
Honestly no. I don't think it would. I had a five gallon metal waterer (the one that goes with this) and over the winter there would still be ice on the top. Also this heater only lasted a couple months. I was very disappointed.
18860
It has handled the winter weather fine,filled up with water and when the temperatures dipped into freezing all it did was freeze,definately going to be buying another one
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.
1728441
As far as I know yes, but my water only comes out a certain temp here, I have no control on how cold it gets.
417544
Our winters in south central Texas are mild, but it does freeze occasionally. I let my filter run all the time, but wrapped it in some blankets just for additional safety.