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Author Topic: Installing SR227 in outside boxes  (Read 6356 times)

ingramd

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Installing SR227 in outside boxes
« on: October 30, 2009, 06:49:20 AM »

I'm thinking of installing some SR227 to replace the outlets to control some Christmas lights. What's the general forums consensus on these do they work out in the cold Northeast weather ?
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HA Dave

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Re: Installing SR227 in outside boxes
« Reply #1 on: October 30, 2009, 10:03:12 AM »

I'm thinking of installing some SR227 to replace the outlets to control some Christmas lights. What's the general forums consensus on these do they work out in the cold Northeast weather ?

The SocketRockets can be used outside. You will want to protect them from wetness... but the cold should not be a problem. The bad thing about the SocketRocket is it's limited wattage. I think most people use appliance modules protected with plastic jars or heavy ziplock bags.
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Brian H

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Re: Installing SR227 in outside boxes
« Reply #2 on: October 30, 2009, 10:12:32 AM »

Too bad the Black and Decker FWLROD Weather Resistant Modules where discontinued.
Clunk like applance module and program like a Socket Rocket.

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HA Dave

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Re: Installing SR227 in outside boxes
« Reply #3 on: October 30, 2009, 10:13:49 AM »

Too bad the Black and Decker FWLROD Weather Resistant Modules where discontinued.

I bought a couple when on clearance... wish I had got more.
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Re: Installing SR227 in outside boxes
« Reply #4 on: October 30, 2009, 10:56:52 AM »

The Black and Decker FWLROD is still around on Amazon (but for $33 - kinda 'spensive).
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Brian H

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Re: Installing SR227 in outside boxes
« Reply #5 on: October 30, 2009, 12:48:30 PM »

Then I guess my local surplus store's $5.00 ea. for any B&D module was a bargain.  ;D
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