Question 1

Is this just for florida?  would it work in columbia sc where winter is punctuated with one or two days of 20f or lower several times in a season?

Accepted Answer

Just in case people don’t catch on to that joking answer another person left, these will work to keep pipes from freezing almost anywhere. By releasing a steady water flow when temperatures drop to cold the water will warm the pipes and then it will shut itself off. It really cold climates you’re likely to have some ice buildup beside the Fossett but at least your pipes will not freeze and break. That intern would cause much more water loss, and expensive damage. If you live in a very cold climate, these are a really good idea. You might not need them if you live anymore tropical climate. But they will work anyway

Question 2

Is there a trick to get this to screw on? The O ring is so think I can not get it to connect.

Accepted Answer

Gee, Jeannette, I'm not sure.  The thing is designed to screw onto your outside faucet just like your garden hose does.  And just like your hose, it has a washer inside it.  You'll notice that the Freeze Miser's washer (or O-ring) is thicker and harder than the one in your hose and possibly, it just isn't seated properly in the connector.  Try pushing the black washer deeper into the connector, maybe with a screwdriver (being careful not to score or cut the washer).  If you can get the washer down below the connector's screw threads, you then can just put it on your faucet and screw it down really hard until it stops.  That should move the washer down too.

Question 3

Does the warranty cover the pipe repair where this is installed if that pipe freezes and breaks?

Accepted Answer

No— that is our responsibility.  After all, the pipe could break in another place and that’s not the responsibility of the the seller of this item.  I will say ours has worked perfectly this winter so we’re very happy with it.

Question 4

On a hydrant that is 200 ft away from a stock tank should a person put one at the hydrant and the tank with the float?

Accepted Answer

There are varying factors, I do not know your set up. If your hose or pipe is off the ground or any part is on the ground and in the air you will have varying temperatures,  within the pipe or hose. If you have it off the ground and not insulated you should be fine at the float. I do not know all your variables as well as how cold the temperature is. So without more detail I would put it on both.

ASIN	B01KYDVTVG
Additional Features	Easy to Install
Best Sellers Rank	#40,451 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #30 in Faucet Valves
Brand Name	Blue Penguin
Color	White
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (3,277)
Finish Types	Unfinished
Handle Lever Placement	Right
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Handle Type	Push Button
Hole Count	1
Included Components	Installation Hardware
Installation Method	Single Hole
Item Dimensions D x W x H	1.75"D x 4"W x 6"H
Item Type Name	Freeze Miser - Outdoor Faucet Freeze Protection \| Durable Replacement for Faucet Covers for Winter - Freeze Proof Outdoor Faucet Protector - Low Maintenance & Easy to Install - Saves Water
Item Weight	4.64 ounces
Manufacturer	Blue Penguin
Manufacturer Part Number	6000B
Manufacturer Warranty Description	2 Year limited replacement warranty
Material Type	Brass
Model Name	Original
Model Number	FM-FM1
Mounting Type	Deck Mount
Number Of Handles	1
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Outdoor
Series ID	6000B
Spout Design	traditional curve
Spout Reach	4 inches
Style Name	Classic
UPC	860008197801
Unit Count	1 Count
Valve Type	Temperature-Activated Valve
Warranty Type	limited

Freeze Miser Outdoor Faucet & Spigot Freeze Protection – Patented Valve Shield, Activates at Water Temperature Below 37°F/3°C – Durable Winter Cover Alternative – Quick Install, Saves Water – 1 Pack

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