For those that have Pit Vipers or other fans - do you always leave the fan installed on your grill when not using or remove and place for each use? I keep my grill covered but it’s definitely not 100% waterproof.
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I always take it off. Ive learned the hard way with other stuff its not worth forgetting about it and having it get wet -
My cooker is under a roof but I think I killed my old fan by leaving it on so now I take off my new one to avoid heat damage. If I thought I could leave it on and just close the vent I probably would.Last edited by Attjack; April 28, 2020, 01:24 PM.Comment
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I have one on my 22 and 26" kettles. I leave them on. The cookers do live under a large covered patio. I also don't use individual cooker covers. My oldest Pit Viper fan has been on my 22 for over two years now. No issues to date.Comment
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I always take mine off. Feels safer that way.Comment
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I take it off.Comment
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Using the Auber 2615 control unit with 10cfm fan. I leave the whole contraption attached except battery&adapter unit. It’s under a roof on patio but close to edge. Gets a little wet on occasion but no issues.Comment
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Off. High heat and humidity here in south Texas dictates all electronics come inside and safely put to bed.Comment
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Hard to argue with that logic. At the same time, I’m in southwest FL and it’s hot/humid everyday. I have zero science to back me up, but having done it both ways I’ve had no adverse results leaving outside, as long as out of direct sun/rain (much like pool, irrigation controls). I think the condensation from hot/cool, in/out can take a toll too. Freezing temps are a different story
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Thanks, everyone. I will probably just keep inside with the fireboard to be on the safe side. I also hadn't thought about the freezing temps (I am in Ohio).
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