Several older reviews say this unit does not work in the cold. Has this been corrected? Does it work outside in the cold now?
1608064
I use mine inside. As I live in a tropical climate in Southeast Texas, I can't give a definitive answer.
1608065
In CA right now it is 50º 7:30pm and our remote is located in the detached garage by the water heater. It has not had a problem so far. Don't know about the -zero temp. areas.
1608066
The Answer is Yes - AND - No. I have three separate units plugged in outside right now. Two, in separate locations, function off of one remote, and they are working perfectly. One is outside, the other is in an unheated metal building about 80+ feet away. Both turn on simultaneously using the one remote. It is 10 degrees out right now, at night.The third unit functions off a second remote (i.e. different frequency) and as approximately 45 to 50 ft. further than the metal building and from where I am, in my home. It will not turn on right now. It operates perfectly when it is at least 20 degrees or warmer. The deeper cold seems to affect range. The other two units turn on and off fine. Hope that helps. The Answer is Yes - AND - No. I have three separate units plugged in outside right now. Two, in separate locations, function off of one remote, and they are working perfectly. One is outside, the other is in an unheated metal building about 80+ feet away. Both turn on simultaneously using the one remote. It is 10 degrees out right now, at night.The third unit functions off a second remote (i.e. different frequency) and as approximately 45 to 50 ft. further than the metal building and from where I am, in my home. It will not turn on right now. It operates perfectly when it is at least... » Read More The Answer is Yes - AND - No. I have three separate units plugged in outside right now. Two, in separate locations, function off of one remote, and they are working perfectly. One is outside, the other is in an unheated metal building about 80+ feet away. Both turn on simultaneously using the one remote. It is 10 degrees out right now, at night.The third unit functions off a second remote (i.e. different frequency) and as approximately 45 to 50 ft. further than the metal building and from where I am, in my home. It will not turn on right now. It operates perfectly when it is at least 20 degrees or warmer. The deeper cold seems to affect range. The other two units turn on and off fine. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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I'm using mine to turn on lights inside a chicken coop and it is plugged in to an outdoor outlet. so far, so good. this is my first time using one for a winter project so I will see if it lasts the winter, but has performed just fine so far.
1608068
I've installed the receiver unit in my unheated garage in Toronto, to control my outdoor Christmas lights; we've had several days of cold so far this winter, and the unit has worked on the first click every time.
2208460
I did buy a previous unit for an ill family member and she used it all last winter without a problem . She said the unit was/ is wonderful . Based on this feedback i have purchased another unit for a Christmas gift . Marie Halladay
1618259
I had problems in cold weather (40 deg F) when I ran it on a 15 amp circuit--it would just hum and trip the breaker, and I'd have to cycle it on and off quickly before I finally got it to run. I ran it the same day on a 20 amp circuit and it worked just fine.
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Cynthia, I honestly don't know. Temperatures here can reach well below zero and I haven't had any issues with real cold temps. My guess if water did get on the compressor and found a way into the compressor itself, cold temps may have frozen and expanded some components causing it to fail. Similiar to a cracked engine block of a motor boat that wasn't winterized properly. Again, only a guess as my unit thankfully continues to operate without issues.
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This is my first winter using it.My experience so far is that it continues to heat when the outside temperature is below 45°.All air-to-air heat pumps lose efficiency when they are extracting heat from cold air however.Mine is installed in an outbuilding that I want to prevent from freezing indoors.So for safety's sake I turn on an auxiliary electric heater when sub freezing temperatures are predicted.
1339882
the unit has worked well here in louisiana. we had our coldest winter in decades this year and we saw no issues with the unit.works well in the rain, and the heat and humidity here.
1825848
I would imagine that it freezes up, save your money and do not buy this unit. I think it worked like it's supposed to for the first month, after that it would not have the same range of motion. I've tried resetting this unit with no results. I do not recommend this unit.
731346
No. Not really. It's cold here about 6 months out of the year. Never had any issues. I've only changed the batteries twice in about 14 months as well. Gets to maybe -20 on the coldest days. Mine are mounted under my porch without the outside shell however. Maybe different results while using protective case.
683391
I am not sure if the Temperature during winter will affect the unit. And ofcourse, this unit must be protect from rain and snow. I do not think it is a reliable device to be used outside.
1195658
Mine did not make it through the winter... I am looking for a new one too. Who would have thought it would be so hard. The one I ordered did not work :( I will post back here if I find one that works (or to see if someone suggests one.
1350113
The unit gets cold very fast (even freezing). I haven't tested how long it stays cold after I turn it off. I leave it on in the car as the unit only uses energy when it needs it. It doesn't drain the battery like the cheaper ones when you leave it on.
1740945
It has worked fine in the cold and I'm in North Idaho. Battery life is reduced, but that would be the case for anything that uses batteries. As far as water resistance goes, I've tried to keep it sheltered so I can't tell you.
45997
Well so far this 1 has been rained on a couple times , and it still works . When it gets cold out ill bring it in and take the batteries out . I dont run it a lot , so if I ran it a lot and it was in the rain we had this spring , my song may be different , but for now i love it
2022497
I have used mine in temperatures as low as 20 below zero (for a string of 5 days) and it functioned flawlessly. The one draw back is the battery life is somewhat reduced by the cold temps. Hope this helps.
2219552
I have had two of these feeders out on my property for the last two months and it has been a lot colder than 38 degrees. I have not had any issues with these feeders not working. I would check the battery connections.
23767
Please disregard my "yes" answer! I hit the wrong button on accident. I am not sure if it will run in cold weather�.
1643837
The unit is definitely affected by cold weather. Since the switch stopped working on our first unit we've always been sure to bring the units inside when the weather gets to freezing.