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Instructions |
The Solar Sipper Water Warmer® Battery powered heaters for dog dishes and birdbaths Cordless water heater - no unsightly wires for your pets or wild birds to chew |
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The Water Warmers should not be used for any purpose except heating outdoor drinking water for animals and batteries should not be inserted unless unit is ready to be used.
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Unscrew the unit carefully and insert batteries.
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Place the cap on the back of the last battery.
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Screw the halves of the unit back together after the batteries are inserted.
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Handle the threads joining the two halves of the unit with care. They are purposely tight to insure water resistance. A small amount of vegetable oil may be used to ease turning. Make sure that threads are properly started to avoid stripping as the warranty may be voided if stripping of threads occurs.
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Place the unit immediately in pet drinking water container or birdbath.
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To use the unit in a Solar Sipper, simply remove the top and place the Water Warmer in the inner cup, which holds about a quart of water.
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The unit will begin to feel warm to the touch within ten to twenty minutes. If you find that the unit is not heating as specified after about an hour, replace the batteries. If unit fails to heat, return it under the conditions of the warranty.
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When placing the unit in the container it should be tilted to avoid total immersion of the unit. Normal operations are for the unit to be partially immersed with the heating tip in the water and the connecting section above the label out of the water. The units are water resistant only. If the unit should become totally immersed and water should leak inside, simply open the unit and allow all parts to dry out. Warranty can be voided if the unit is fully submerged for long periods of time.
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Make sure that the heating tip is under the water line of the container you are using for best heating of the water.
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The other end of the unit should be out of the water up against the side of the container or a fixed object for longer units (trees, walls, etc.). You can also use a bungee cord (not included) to suspend your unit in your drinking container.
Figure 1: Water Warmer
Figure 2: Water Warmers shown with bungee cord suspension
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When the batteries are fully drained (see below for time estimates), remove the unit from the water, and remove the batteries, and either add new batteries and resume use or store the unit (without batteries inserted) for future use. When the unit is not in use always remove the batteries and store the unit in a safe dry place away form children.
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We recommend you use only nontoxic vegetable oil to add lubrication and longer life to the threads.
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The unit is designed for simplicity and trouble free use. There are no switches or thermostats to cause trouble or wear out. Take out batteries and the unit is off, install batteries and the unit is on. It's that easy.
Some Dos and Don’ts to Get the Most from your Water Warmer
Things to Do:
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Insert batteries outdoors, not indoors
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After inserting batteries, immediately place the unit in drinking water to be heated
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Use the Water Warmers only in cold weather
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To get the most power out of your Water Warmer, use it when the temperature of the drinking water to be heated is close to freezing. The battery power will then be optimally used.
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Use our recommended batteries
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Use the Water Warmer if the outside air temperature is at 20 deg F or higher and only in one quart of drinking water still above freezing for best results. At higher air temperatures the unit will heat more water and at lower air temperatures the unit will heat less water.
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Remove the batteries when unit is not in use or indoors and store in a safe dry place away from children.
Things Not to Do:
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Do not use the Water Warmer if the water is already freezing. It will not be as effective.
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Do not chip at the unit if it becomes frozen in ice. This could cause damage and void the warranty. Remove from ice if frozen in container by using warm water only.
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Do not use the Water Warmer for any purpose other than heating outdoor animal drinking water.
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Do not fully immerse the Water Warmer in water.
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Never use the Water Warmer to heat flammable liquids or near flammable materials.
Recommended Batteries and Chargers
The Water Warmer uses standard D-cell batteries, either single use or rechargeable. Rechargeable batteries are advantageous for a number of reasons including cost savings, and the long-term benefits to our environment. Higher capacity batteries give longer life in the unit. The cost of the Nickel Metal Hydride batteries (NiMH) rechargeables is initially a little higher than a disposable battery, but as the NiMH batteries can be used hundreds of times the costs are quickly recovered.
Keep in mind that disposable batteries (Duracell Coppertop for instance) can be used in the unit, and will last almost as long as the rechargeable - but you can only use them once. You’ll lose the environmentally friendly aspect of rechargeables if you use these, but in a pinch they work quite nicely.
Our recommendation means that the batteries have been tested by our engineers in the Water Warmer and perform as we state below.
Recommended Disposable Batteries
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Duracell CopperTop D Cells
or Energizer Max D Cells Available at most convenience stores, hardware stores, etc. - Home Depot, Walgreen's, CVS, Rite Aid, etc. |
Recommended Rechargeable Batteries
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AccuPower AP11500-2 NiMH Battery, 11.5 AHr D Cell, 2 pack
available from Thomas Distributing Battery Supply http://www.thomas-distributing.com/ap-11500-2-d-rechargeable-batteries.htm
AccuPower AP11500-2 NiMH Battery, 11.5 AHr D Cell, 2 pack available on Amazon.com To find other sources use the search term "AP11500-2" in Google or other search engines |
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CTA Digital Batteries, 12.0 AHr NiMH, 2 pack available
from Thomas Distributing Battery Supply http://www.thomas-distributing.com/cta-d-rechargeable-batteries.php
CTA Digital Batteries, 12.0 AHr NiMH, 2 pack available
on Onlybatteries.com
CTA Digital Batteries, 12.0 AHr NiMH,
4 pack, available
on Onlybatteries.com |
Battery Time Estimate (Approximate)
| Duracell Copper Top,
Energizer MAX |
Model One Deluxe ~2 hrs Model Two Deluxe ~3.5 - 4 hrs Model Three All Day ~7- 8 hrs |
| CTA 12 AHr NiMH |
Model One Deluxe ~2-2.5 hrs Model Two Deluxe ~4-4.5 hrs Model Three All Day ~8-8.5 hrs |
| AccuPower 11.5 AHr NiMH |
Model One Deluxe ~2 hrs Model Two Deluxe ~3.5 - 4 hrs Model Three All Day ~7- 8 hrs |
Recommended Battery Chargers for NiMH Batteries
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AccuPower Accumanager20 available from Thomas Distributing Battery
Supply
AccuPower AccuManager20,
battery charger available on Amazon.com, (estimated time to charge
two AP11500 batteries – 14 hours)
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BC-1HU Universal Smart Charger, battery charger available from
Onlybatteries.com http://www.onlybatteries.com/showitem.asp?ItemID=11067.14&cat1=11&uid=1468
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V-2299 Universal Smart Charger + DC Car Cord, battery charger
available from Onlybatteries.com http://www.onlybatteries.com/showitem.asp?ItemID=13310.14&cat1=11&uid=1468
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Warranty
One year from date of sale. Proof of purchase is required plus explanation of any problems. Unit will be replaced or money refunded. Warranty is only provided for units used as described in the instructions, used with recommended batteries, and used for outdoor watering of pets and wildlife. Warranty is void if unit has been chipped or dropped or otherwise mishandled or if threads on connector section have been stripped. Happy Bird Corporation is not responsible for conditions occurring when product is not used as directed. Email Happy Bird Corporation at happybirdcorporation@solarsippers.com with questions and or requests for return. Do not return without permission.
Batteries, chargers and other 3rd part accessories are not covered under this warranty. Please see each manufacturer's warranty for details on these components.
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