Has anyone every installed this in a "damp" environment ? 4ft crawl space under house It's dry but can become damp having it rust out
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Yes, ours is in a small cabin in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan where it's damp and humidity is high all the time. It works great with no trouble. It's right next to the sauna and we're planning to put a shower head in the sauna using this heater for showering. We've been using it for a couple of years now.
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These water heaters are virtually free of metal to the environment. The outsides are of a high grade plastic material impervious to rust. The water connectors are metal and the element of course also is metal, but again covered by a double plastic cover. We have six of these tanks and see no reason why it would not be a worthwhile addition to yours even in a damp environment. We've installed them between ceiling of Dinning Room and floor of bathroom above to get close by hot water; every sink in the house has a small tank installed underneath it, a most enjoyable INSTANT hot water situation. in my opinion you can't go wrong. The only drawback to these tanks is it he thermostat which is on the weak side and when need to replace it pops up costs in the forty dollar neighborhood, but... if you can handle a screwdriver and are smart enough to turn off the power, replacement is a SNAP. Good luck with your setup. You'll be pleased. HGM
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I had an issue with this drawing in warm humid air from the outside into a 60 degree crawlspace and having that warm humid air condensate in the crawl space making everything drip. I had to shut it off.
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Bathroom should be fine. Mine is in a basement and its a little damp and cold. No issues and I have had it up for months. Also, I don't think the material is rust prone. Seems to be stainless steel but I am not certain.
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Hi Mary: I have only used the vent fan to remove damp air from a crawl space. The fan is quiet and worked well for my purpose. You would be better off consulting the mfg or an electrician on the variable speed issue. Some motors can be damaged if run at to low a speed, due to heat build up I think. I would see no need to try and reduce the speed of such a small motor. It is not like it is a 20" exhaust fan moving many cubic or air per minute.I would ask a professional about how to handle Radon and do some online research for information. I know very little about that issue. Good luck. Hi Mary: I have only used the vent fan to remove damp air from a crawl space. The fan is quiet and worked well for my purpose. You would be better off consulting the mfg or an electrician on the variable speed issue. Some motors can be damaged if run at to low a speed, due to heat build up I think. I would see no need to try and reduce the speed of such a small motor. It is not like it is a 20" exhaust fan moving many cubic or air per minute.I would ask a professional about how to handle Radon and do some online research for information. I know very little about that issue. Good... » Read More Hi Mary: I have only used the vent fan to remove damp air from a crawl space. The fan is quiet and worked well for my purpose. You would be better off consulting the mfg or an electrician on the variable speed issue. Some motors can be damaged if run at to low a speed, due to heat build up I think. I would see no need to try and reduce the speed of such a small motor. It is not like it is a 20" exhaust fan moving many cubic or air per minute.I would ask a professional about how to handle Radon and do some online research for information. I know very little about that issue. Good luck. « Show Less
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I live in indy and I've had it for 3 month or so. o have seen any rust yet. And its rained a lot so I would say no. plus I've got a friend who's got the same one and he's had it 2 years. his also has no rust.
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i would have to give my opinion as I have only installed the item within the last month. It could allow some moisture in but if you are talking about a key, well most keys are water proof and do not rust.
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i have it under my carport so its not out in the weather...but no rust thus far
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Had mine for 2+ years and still dry as a bone. Assembled properly, there shouldn't be any issue with water leaks.
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I've encountered no rust problems as yet. I've had mine for several months and it's been under the patio the entire time.
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Mine stays outdoors on the patio year round and I have never seen any moisture on the outside except for when it possibly gets rained on. Furthermore, after being outdoors for more than a year, there is not a trace of rust. Great bucket.
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I place it in the garage when it rains. The only problem is that its not staked down so you have to adjust it ever so the ball is back in position to hit. I started moving it inside because I noticed slight rust on the base from being in the wet grass.
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Well, I'm not the authority on this question. I would contact manufacturer because that is a really good question. Currently, mine is set up outside in the elements, but I have thought several times that I sure hope it doesn't rust. I just have not taken the time to move it into the garage...lazy. Let us know if you find out that it needs to be stored indoors. Thanks!
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Don't get it too wet the electronics inside rust I used it under my awning for over a year no problems you can point it on a angle down away from cloth the awning helps hold the heat I use two of them on a 20 amp circuit with no problem
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I got your message and I asked my husband about the can opener. He said it has not gotten any rust so far and he said he always put it away to keep it dry so it would not get the rust. He bought a can opener from Walmart and he used to keep in the old can opener wet. He learned why it caused to have the rust so he always hang the new can opener up which I got him for his Christmas in the past. It has not gotten any rust so far.
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I live in a pretty humid enviro and have had my jeep off-road a good bit and pressure wash the muffler too. Have had no evidence of rust for the 6 mo I've had mine. Still looks good!
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I haven't had this board long enough to pass judgement on a rust issue. I certenly hope its designed to withstand steam and moisture from ironing, that is what its supposed to do afterall. I'll follow up as time passes and alert if and when necessary.
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I use my fan in my garage. I am located in Southeast Georgia, and relative humidity is always very high. I have not had any problems with its operation or with it rusting. I am glad I bought this fan, and I think you will be happy with the performance and the esthetics. I would recommend it for under a porch awning.