If you use this product outside in the winter, will it freeze on car while you wait the 15 seconds?
53023
Nope, not here in Florida! Grin. Further north I bet it would. I don't think it has any antifreeze type ingredients in it.
1124991
I leave mine on our boat all winter and it still works. It's a gel so maybe it doesn't freeze.
132530
I live in Texas so I don't see much snow and I have not used it in wet weather but it would be fine as long as you use mineral oil after it gets wet.
598219
It definitely works during warm weather, and I think it would work anytime if the solution you're using isn't too watered down, that it would freeze as soon as it hits the air. Great little machine!!
1459182
When I got off from work last night, I work second shift, there was frost on my car. I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to really see if this heater works. I sat it on my dash board and it really didn't do the job. The blower for the heater isn't strong enough to do what it advertised that it does. I did like, the size of a lemon at a time. I then decided to put on my car defrost and it worked much faster. I worked well as a hand warmer. I became interested in this type of unit to safe on my gas when trying to heat my car in the winter (I didn't expect it to heat my car but at least help). This product didn't meet my needs. I hope I answered your question. When I got off from work last night, I work second shift, there was frost on my car. I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to really see if this heater works. I sat it on my dash board and it really didn't do the job. The blower for the heater isn't strong enough to do what it advertised that it does. I did like, the size of a lemon at a time. I then decided to put on my car defrost and it worked much faster. I worked well as a hand warmer. I became interested in this type of unit to safe on my gas when trying to heat my car in the winter (I didn't expect it to heat my car but at... » Read More When I got off from work last night, I work second shift, there was frost on my car. I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to really see if this heater works. I sat it on my dash board and it really didn't do the job. The blower for the heater isn't strong enough to do what it advertised that it does. I did like, the size of a lemon at a time. I then decided to put on my car defrost and it worked much faster. I worked well as a hand warmer. I became interested in this type of unit to safe on my gas when trying to heat my car in the winter (I didn't expect it to heat my car but at least help). This product didn't meet my needs. I hope I answered your question. « Show Less
1200095
You should not. Radiator fluid is design not to freeze in the winter and has a higher boiling point than water which would evaporate at a higher rate. Plus pure water can eventually rust and degrade your cooling system.
492549
Yes. No. No this product will not survive the punishment from passing snow plows pushing snow off the road. It is going to require some type of protection to block the snow being plowed off the road.
1429269
I have not experienced this model in the winter since it was purchased in the warmer months but I imagine with the outer insulation around the tubing it should not freeze up as fast as the previous model I still own. The previous model with the insulation around the tubing would freeze up in the winter months. I kept it in my car at all times as a water source.
2149416
It's OK if it freezes. It's a very durable product as long as you don't overfill it it works the same frozen or not.
804080
When you use these drops you have to mix the chemicals, let them sit then when you add to water you also have to let it sit for awhile. I don't know if this answers your question but when I used it there was still ice and snow around and I had no problem so it should be ok with the cold.
2212926
That's a two part answer! It is heavy duty, not really. However if you are talking about being able to get the snow off, then it works perfectly. Snow is not the problem. The issue is if there is wet snow, sleet or rain. When water gets between the material and the car or wind shield, it will freeze there. At that point you have a greater chance for the material to rip. I have found that if you take a warm cup of water and pour it over the spots that have frozen, then you are in good shape and it will come off easier. Simply, if you know that it will just snow, then use it! You'll have no issues. If it is any other type of precipitation, then use with caution or use the warm water trick. Overall, it works for me and I am happy with it.
1819217
If you mean automatically? No. But when you use the remote it will start fine in cold weather. Owner in Pittsburgh. Works every time.
579711
We bring it in every time, but it would be fine in the cold if you remove the battery. It isn't good for in the snow, but works fine if parking lots have been plowed well.
398063
It didnt take long to defrost. I did a trial run with this product. I placed it in a foil thermal wrap with a frozen ice container. Didnt last long, but my ice container was still frozen
23767
Please disregard my "yes" answer! I hit the wrong button on accident. I am not sure if it will run in cold weather�.
754030
I have not tried this yet. I will this winter. By concept it is supposed to... which is why I purchased it.
292259
don't know because i haven't used it yet. no snow. maybe someone else can answer. my best guess would be no. ask again in a couple of weeks, & i'll probably have an answer................