I just installed this birdbath today and so far, it doesn't feel at all warm anywhere. Should it feel warm? Just want to make sure it's working.
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Mine never feels warm, but I know it works. It only comes on when the temp is below freezing and I don't think it warms the water to hot. You wouldn't want that anyway, it would evaporate too fast
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I have a 14" and the 20" both have kept water from freezing, this morning here in Indianapolis the temp was -13 with wind chill about -40. Both of my birdbaths are at least 4 years and they just keep ticking!
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Our heated bird bath does not feel warm, either, but the important thing is it stays unfrozen and is a reliable source of water for drinking/bathing. the birds are out there now in freezing temps using it.
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No it wont feel warm. It has an automatic thermostat that will only come on as needed to keep the water from freezing. I just replaced the one i bought 8 years ago. I hope this one , which is the same brand, lasts as long
1734926
Mine doesn't feel warm anywhere when it's working, but it does keep the water from freezing. I would putwater in it and make sure it doesn't freeze. I assume the outlet it's plugged into is operational.
1734927
Mine doesn't feel real warm, but it never froze all last winter and I live in Iowa where it can get quite cold.
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I have mine in a shallow bird bath, probably about 4 inches of water. When it is really cold, there is just a small opening that does not freeze, probably about 6 inches which is fine with me as the birds can get a drink. I keep the heater over next to the edge and weigh it down. It is really cheap to operate because it doesn't thaw a larger area I guess, not enough heat? When the weather is not that cold, I have a much larger area available. I think you would probably have better luck if your water is not too deep. Hope this helps.
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My HeatTrak did not feel warm to the touch either but it was warm enough to melt the ice over time. Be careful about placing the HeatTrak on certain surfaces such as Trex because it will discolor the material.
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Its like the Energizer Bunny...it keeps on tryin' It sputters and and makes a kinda strange sound..ours has been waterless for a few hours at a time without any harm to it..It is hard to centralize, but otherwise, we think its a funny little addition to our yard..and the birds seem to like it..
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When I used to have it (upgraded to a large tank so I don't have it anymore), it didn't get the bowl warm at all, just the water inside the bowl.Also I'm pretty sure the instructions said it must be fully submerged in water for use.If you want the one outside try checking out the reptile heating pads, those can be on outside.
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No the perch I bought isn't heated. So I'd assume with the picture being the same item I bought I'd say no it's not heated. :)
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Here in Sequim, WA, we don't get snow like MN, but we already got dumped on twice this year. Neither time did the birdseed freeze, or perhaps, the double paned window kept the AWCH slightly warmer. Currently, our temps. are in the upper 30's, and birds are feeding round the clock. One suggestion, since the lower house portion, slides SO easily out from the roof portion affixed to the glass, is to simply bring it in during the night, and remount it when the sun comes up. That's just another beauty of this feeder---all parts snap apart for dismantle and easy cleaning. Good Luck!! K
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We have had ours up since April and have had some activity, but not inside the box where it should be. I bird built a nest on the top of the box, kind of funny. He was a larger bird so I am sure they could not get inside the house. Other then that nothing inside, hoping for some activity next spring.
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I believe the answer with the too hot came from someone who is selling different products, I have seen that answer too before I bought it and was wondering. You can touch the surface with your hand and you will feel a nice warms but no heat. My chicks are hiding under the brooder all the time like under a mother chick. The only reason I vary the position is when the chicks grow bigger. It is an awesome product.
668717
Hmmmmm I never tried mine until I installed it but that don't sound good. You made sure you had somthing in it to heat up because if there is nothing inside you won't feel any heat.
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Good Luck, the 1st cooler we bought from Haier it didn't heat up. So they shipped us a 2nd one and that one didn't get cold. The 3rd one was cracked. After that we just went elsewhere. I would check to see if the thermostat is up? There might be a switch to activate the coldness
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Hi Maggie, I have not noticed as yet. It definitely has not felt warm to me.
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Even though I bought a large and a medium perch, I would think you should feel a warmth when you touch it, more towards the middle in a short period of time after being on. You can contact dawn@khmfg.com and she will answer any questions or problems you have. My large one broke where you connect to the cage and they replaced with no problem and were very nice and informative.
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I've not taken the temp of the heated water. I don't know what birds can tolerate but none of them seem to have a problem. We've had maybe a total of 10 days below freezing this winter and a few of those had lows in the teens. That's really cold for us. Because I have a shallow bird bath, I didn't give a second thought to adding water ever day. Evaporation due to the heater? Maybe a luttle bit.
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No. The heating element isn't super hot. It is just warm, and leaving it empty won't ruin the birdbath; however, the birds much prefer if you keep refilling the birdbath, as they love it. We see downy woodpeckers and nuthatches among all the others that stop by for a drink and a bath. The last visitors of the day are always the cardinals.
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When I used to have it (upgraded to a large tank so I don't have it anymore), it didn't get the bowl warm at all, just the water inside the bowl. Also I'm pretty sure the instructions said it must be fully submerged in water for use. If you want the one outside try checking out the reptile heating pads, those can be on outside.
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Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Snuggle-Hammock-Hanging-Hideaway/dp/B00C8O6690/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1385576083&sr;=1-4&keywords;=bird+cozy in a local pet store. He ignored it for many years, and now all of a sudden he loves it. Totally naps in it. He is 12 years old. Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these:... » Read More Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Snuggle-Hammock-Hanging-Hideaway/dp/B00C8O6690/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1385576083&sr;=1-4&keywords;=bird+cozy in a local pet store. He ignored it for many years, and now all of a sudden he loves it. Totally naps in it. He is 12 years old. « Show Less