is it ok to leave on rain? is it ok to leave device outside while raining? If yes, how do you protect the part that plugs into socket from water?Thanks.
750754
I leave it on all the time, including rain. On a couple of occasions, it did short out (triggering my ground fault interruption circuit), so you need to watch out for that. In my case, I have a refrigerator and freezer in my garage that are on the GFI circuit--so they'll shut off if the GFI gets triggered. Because of that, I don't leave the mosquito zapper on if I'm going to be away from the house for more than a day.
750755
I've left mine outside and turned on from May - October for the past 3 years, come rain or shine or torrential rains or whatever, and never had a problem until the other day when a bulb started dying. Three years is pretty good life for something I abuse so badly. :)Never gave the plug much thought. The device plug fits nice and snugly into my heavy duty outdoor extension cord, never had a problem with water in there.
750756
If the rain is on a down pour with a nasty wind causing the water to go sideways, it will short out your grid causing the whole unit to malfunction and fail prematurely (unit starts to arc if water goes directly onto the charged rods). Just keep an eye on the rains and if you can, set the unit under the shade and protection of a tree out of the elements. Hope this helps. Cheers
825452
There would definitely not be a problem with the reel itself sitting in the rain. however, I would question if it was okay for the extensive electrical cord to be left out/plugged in during the rain. Better check with an electrician on that one.
161832
I cover my battery with a waterproof camelbak cover, I wrapped the power cable at the battery with electrical tape, and wrapped the power connection to front hub with electrical tape. In light rain this has worked ok. I also carry a waterproof handlebar "mitt" for heavy rain to protect the throttle area.
2277691
I only got caught in the rain once. I put the battery pack inside my messenger bag and had the light on my basket. No problems. Dried it off when I got home.
1226274
I was running with it on my arm and got caught in the rain... my phone was dry when I got home. However, I wouldn't recommend allowing it got to wet jist in case.
1978192
My experience has not been as positive as the other responders in wet weather. The light was mounted to my seat stem and the water flung from the rear tire hit the bottom of the light and even with the rubber plug in place water gets into the light. I don't ride in rain very often (maybe 3 times over the past year), but the water has caused the electronics to corrode and the light now will not charge.
1904161
i wouldnt advise you to ride in the rain without covering the battery with a plastic ag especially where the plug on the bike slides into the battery terminal.the battery costs too much to take a risk of causing water damage .i would also try to protect the trottle in heavy down pours.
2234862
Hi Ray! To answer that question as best I can... After much research I come to the conclusion that as long as you're not in the deep ocean, sure it is. HOWEVER, you wouldn't want any electric device to stay in watery conditions too long as the gap in-between the controller box and wire could lead to severe damage if soaked for long periods of time, as well as you're battery of any sort. Other than that a minutes in the rain wouldn't hurt.
2054422
First off I do not know the conditions of the environment in which you intend on using your cord in. I would not recommend using the cord while its raining and I would not recommend using the cord if the cord is going to be submerged under any length of water. However if it had just stopped raining or if it's early in the morning dew on the ground it should be fine as long as the cord is in good condition and you're using good judgement. Extend the cord between the two points first and then plug it in. Make sure before you put the cord away that you unplug it from the source of electricity first. First off I do not know the conditions of the environment in which you intend on using your cord in. I would not recommend using the cord while its raining and I would not recommend using the cord if the cord is going to be submerged under any length of water. However if it had just stopped raining or if it's early in the morning dew on the ground it should be fine as long as the cord is in good condition and you're using good judgement. Extend the cord between the two points first and then plug it in. Make sure before you put the cord away that you unplug it from the source of electricity... » Read More First off I do not know the conditions of the environment in which you intend on using your cord in. I would not recommend using the cord while its raining and I would not recommend using the cord if the cord is going to be submerged under any length of water. However if it had just stopped raining or if it's early in the morning dew on the ground it should be fine as long as the cord is in good condition and you're using good judgement. Extend the cord between the two points first and then plug it in. Make sure before you put the cord away that you unplug it from the source of electricity first. « Show Less
2146259
Mine is out in the rain and works just fine, the connections are waterproof....
493263
Hi, I don't know if the entire unit is waterproof/resistant. I've had the panel exposed to morning dew and it was fine, but I don't know if rain or water were to get into the usb connector if it would continue to function properly. It might be worth trying to DIY waterproof to the usb connector.Good luck...sorry I didn't have a straightforward answer for you.
1155450
I havent had a chance to use it when it has been raining or tried soaking it in water :-). But it looks to be waterproof or water resistant though.... If it has some issues i will post it up here on that...
1652102
The manufacturer doesn't make any claims about the unit being waterproof, and I've never left mine out in the rain. The individual panels are covered with some sort of clear plastic material that looks like it would keep out water from the face, but the entire rest of the unit is made of a woven nylon fabric that doesn't look like it would keep out moisture at all. In fact it look like it might just sponge it up and hold it, exposing the wires that are inside connecting the four panels, as well as the 5v USB ports in inside the pouch to water. My guess is that letting it get wet (even in a light rain) would be a bad thing. I would not even recommend leaving it out over night where dew is a factor.
1583903
I have mine sitting outside but under a patio awning where it is protected from the direct rain. I don't think it would be rain-proof if it was left out in the open. The battery opening is on the bottom side of the round center and the top is covered by a plastic flip lid.
705218
I have ridden mine in the rain. The batteries are encased in a nylon zippered case in the bin under your feet which has a wooden screw on top. I suppose if you were worried about lightening it might affect your going out. Other than that tho, the batteries will not get wet that I have experienced.
778525
We recently used ours for the first time in the rainiest weather imaginable. It poured for a big portion of the week and the unit was out in it all. No problems whatsoever. It stayed soaked and gave no problems while giving me the peace of mind of knowing that my trailer's electronics were protected.
6350
I've worn it in light shower through my 15 minute walk to work. During that time the battery compartment has kept water out. But I would probably add a little non adhesive silicon seal in the battery seams for extra protection. The lamp part appear well sealed to handle heavier rain.