Using Slides in Freezing Weather
I read somewhere that slides can be damaged if used in freezing temperatures. I need some clarification here! Thank you.
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- I think that the problem with using the slides is that if there has been snow or other moisture, it can freeze and when you try to extend your slide, it can cause damage. Do as BillB says and heat it up for a few minutes, maybe 15-20 with the furnace and then extend the slides. Any frozen precipitation should get thawed in that length of time.
- If you're concerned then turn the heat on before operating slides. Some of the heat will escape by the slide seals and soften them up somewhat.
Happy trails, - I have used mine when temps were in the teens, No problems.
- If there was moisture on it and the moving seal froze to the slide, the seal could be damaged.
- Been in below 0 no problems with mine
- I use mine in cold weather all the time. Lowest I have used the slides in was 19. Ok, lots of people don't feel sorry for me, but 19 was plenty cold enough for me!
