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Hayward H400FDN Review – Gas Pool Heater
Hayward’s H-Series gas pool heaters are built for long-term use This is the Hayward H400FDN Review: Gas Pool Heater.
Looking for a gas swimming pool heater that will last for years to come?
Hayward H400FDN Review – Gas Pool Heater
In this article, we give the Hayward 400000 BTU natural gas pool heater a thorough review.
Also in this Hayward H400FDN review:
- Help you decide if this pool heater is right for you.
- Hayward pool heater sizing charts showing which size heater to buy.
- What to do when the heater arrives, deciding on installing yourself or use a professional.
- Warranty and maintenance information.
- Hayward pool heater manual, reference guide, and parts list.
- Gas pool heater Install, maintenance, and other videos.
- Pool For Thought Quick Summary: A useful one-page summary of this article you can download and save.
If you are pool owners like us, you want all this information in one place, so be sure to bookmark this article so you can come back to it. Also, be sure to download the quick summary guide at the end of this article.
What makes the Hayward H400FDN natural gas pool heater so special?
Buying a pool heater is much like buying a furnace for your home. Too small, and the heater has to run extra keeping up. To large, and in the best case you likely spent more money than you needed, worst case and the electrical and gas lines might be incorrect for your oversized unit and requiring more installation costs that needed.
The Hayward H400FDN gas pool heater falls within falls within Hayward’s Universal H-Series line of pool heaters.
The model number can be broken apart like this:
H – H-Series line of pool heaters
400 – 400000 BTU heating capacity
FDN – Fitted for natural gasKnowing how to read the Hayward model numbers will be useful when reading the rest of this article, as we discuss other Hayward H-Series pool heaters as well.
Other Hayward H-Series pool heaters include the Hayward H150FDN and Hayward H250FDN. They are the same basic natural gas heater design, but sized according to different pool sizes. This review article covers only the Hayward H400FDN.
A few Hayward Universal H-Series gas pool heater models. The defining benefit is the Hayward H400FDN is well suited to the pool owner with a large pool. The Hayward H400FDN gas pool heater is highly popular among pool owners, as reviews on websites like Amazon show. Click here to read Amazon reviews. Hayward’s H-Series lineup uses similar and even the same parts across their entire line. For a manufacturer, this means they can spend time designing quality parts and making the same part (instead of making unique parts for each heater size and having less time and resources to make sure each part is well designed for its purpose).
It has been designed with quality for pool owners. Ease of ease of ordering, shipping, installation, operation, maintenance are all geared for the pool owner. We’ll talk features below, but just remember that this pool heater is designed for you if you have a large pool.
Why this heater instead of others?
We’ll have other reviews of other pool heater makers soon, but wanted to start with one of the best on the market. As for your pool size, we have a sizing chart later in the article if you find this heater is too large for your pool.
Why buy online? Did you know you can have this heater delivered right to your house? Qualified and certified pool installers can install it for you, so save money on the heater by ordering online and focus on finding the best installer. The best have expert knowledge about your entire pool and is a wise choice.
Other than your pool, your heater is likely one of the most expensive pieces of equipment for your pool. I would have said even a few years ago to not buy online, but if you know what you are buying, know what to do once you get it, and know what to do if things don’t turn out as you expect, then you are fine.
I’ve owned a swimming pool since 2006 (and maintained the same pool heater!), so I’ve had my share of issues. I don’t like to waste time and money, and ultimately I want to make sure you invest your money and time wisely. I have a local pool service company do maintenance on things I cannot or do not have the time to do. At PoolForThought, we educate swimming pool owners, even though they may do all the work themselves or hire everything out. Even if you buy a pool heater from your local pool service company, at least you will be able to ask the right questions when it comes time to make a decision.
Hayward H400FDN Features and Benefits
Low Emissions / Low NOx
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[tboot_column size=”6″]- Low NOx emissions.
- Meets clean air quality standards.
- Better for the environment.
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Hayward H400FDN is a low emissions NOx (mono-nitrogen oxides) gas pool heater that runs efficiently, yet meets air quality and emissions standards. It’s the environmentally conscious choice when compared to gas pool heaters that are not rated for low emissions. Installing a “low NOx” gas pool heater can also avoid violating local environmental laws if you have them.
Cupro-Nickel Heat Exchanger
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[tboot_column size=”6″]- Copper-nickel alloy resists corrosion.
- Less damage from salt, high chlorine, low pH.
- Less chance of copper contamination in pool.
- Less prone to failure.
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All gas pool heaters operate by running water from the pool through a heat exchanger. Most heat exchangers in modern gas pool heaters are entirely made from copper. Copper works great to transfer heat to the pool water, but copper is both expensive and delicate. If you own a copper cooking pot, you’ll probably know it easily can dent, tarnish, and corrode. As heat exchangers are usually the most expensive gas pool heater part, it’s important to protect them. Copper heat exchangers are more prone to failure than Hayward H-Series heater exchangers.Why?
Hayward instead uses Cupro-Nickel, (a copper-nickel alloy), where the nickel aids in corrosion resistance from saltwater pools and those with the water unbalanced. You can read more about copper-nickel here. Salt water pools can corrode copper over time, as can unbalanced pool water the pH level too low. Corrosive pool water can wreak havoc quickly on pool heaters, dissolving the copper into the pool water. Having a corrosion-resistant heat exchanger is especially good for a high heat capacity 400k BTU pool heater like the Hayward H400FDN.
Unique Heater Bypass Cartridge Design
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[tboot_column size=”6″]- Built-in heater bypass to protect heater from too much water pressure.
- Spring loaded (less complicated than digital sensors)
- A single cartridge design, for less installation complexity
- Bypass makes the heater shut down if there’s too much water pressure (a good thing)
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Why is a bypass an important feature? A bypass prevents overly-high water flow rates from going through the heater, potentially exceeding water pressure levels the heater was not designed for. Also, heat generated by the heater can only heat the water so fast, and if pool water passes through the heater too quickly, then the heater is not efficiently heating.
What’s so special about this bypass? The bypass is a spring loaded cartridge and is unique to the Hayward H-Series low NOx gas pool heater product line. The bypass is auto adjusting and has a maximum allowable flow rate. If your pool water pump exceeds the max flow rate excessively, the heater will shut down automatically and you may have to also install a separate bypass prior to the heater to offload the excess pressure. You can find flow rate values in the Hayward gas pool heater manual below. If you choose to have your heater installed by a professional, they can verify your water pressure and if you need any special modification to your pool piping.
Stainless Steel Burners
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[tboot_column size=”6″]- Longer lasting.
- Corrosion resistant.
- Easier to clean.
- Relatively inexpensive to replace.
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The burners are where natural gas ignites and burns, so pool heater burners need to be strong enough to withstand on and off heating cycles, and continue to burn consistently even though they may be exposed to debris and moisture. Natural gas pool heaters containing stainless steel burners are usually standard in the industry. Any lesser material will degrade faster and would need yearly replacement. Stainless steel burners are also easier to clean if they become covered in debris or soot. In my experience, burners eventually do need to be replaced as moisture does fall on the burners and corrodes them over time, but this can usually be measured in years. Even quality stainless steel burners like those in the Hayward H-Series gas pool heaters are not a very expensive replacement.LED Control Panel with Digital Display
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[tboot_column size=”6″]- Easy and obvious controls.
- Temperature display shows the current pool water temp.
- Status and error codes for quick diagnosis.
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Having a high tech gas pool heater like the hayward H400FDN fully controlled by such a small and easy to use control panel is a definite advantage. The hayward H400FDN control panel allows you complete command of your pool water temperature with the press of a button. Desired pool water temperature can be raised or lowered with aptly-colored red and blue buttons. Various indicator lights show the heater status and any error codes display on the digital display.The Hayward H400FDN gas pool heater has plenty of advantages. Let’s discuss the disadvantages.
Hayward H400FDN Disadvantages
Purchase Cost
They are more expensive, but you are getting better made parts that are made to last. If you are particular about your pool, keep the water balanced and generally debris free, and don’t mind paying for something that should stand the test of time, then this heater is for you, despite the cost disadvantage. They are more expensive, but you are getting better made parts and made to last. If you are particular about your pool, keep the water balanced and generally debris free, and don’t mind paying for something that should stand the test of time, then this heater is for you, despite the cost disadvantage.Gas Bill Cost
When getting your first gas pool heater, expect a higher gas bill, especially early and late in the pool season. Some owners have reported that their gas bill is higher than expected, but with a heater that heats water so fast, owners tend to be more liberal with their heating. If you heat a pool, a thermal barrier is a smart choice (pool cover, thermal floating blanket, etc). Expect a higher gas bill, especially early and late in the pool season. Some owners have reported that their gas bill is higher than expected, but with a heater that heats water so fast, owners tend to be more liberal with their heating. If you heat a pool, a thermal barrier is a smart choice (pool cover, thermal floating blanket, etc).Replacement Parts
Owners have reported parts cost are expensive, but electronics, heat exchangers, blower motors are expensive. This is an important reminder to ensure your water balance and environmental around your pool heater encourages long operating life.Noise
This can be said about any heater with a pump or blower motor inside it – they all make noise. There are noise-dampening steps you can take though. You can build do-it-yourself pool equipment enclosures and sheds. You can also buy pre-built enclosures here. [see available pool equipment enclosures on amazon] Check with your home association guidelines if you have them, as they might dictate what you can and cannot build.This can be said about any heater with a pump or blower motor inside it – they all make noise. There are noise-dampening steps you can take though.Disadvantages – Summary:
None of the disadvantages are really specific to Hayward or this model. You can argue any pool heater makes noise, will eventually need replacement parts, gas pool heaters use gas, and they all cost money.We’ve tried to give you an unbiased, facts-only review of the Hayward H400FDN gas pool heater.
What if this pool heater is not the right size?
Other Hayward Gas Pool Heater Sizes
Hayward makes several other gas pool heater sizes. They are essentially the same design and function the same, except they have different heating capacities than the 400k BTU pool heater. Here is a Hayward H-Series gas pool heater size list:
Hayward H150FDN — 150,000 BTU
Hayward H200FDN — 200,000 BTU
Hayward H250FDN — 250,000 BTU
Hayward H300FDN — 300,000 BTU
Hayward H350FDN — 350,000 BTU
Hayward H400FDN — 400,000 BTU (this review article)
Hayward H500FDN — 500,000 BTUMaybe you want to see other gas pool heaters and do more research on what is best for you? Here are several other top-rated gas pool heater brands:
Jandy Pro Series JXI400N 400K BTU Low-NOx Natural Gas Swimming Pool and Spa Heater
Sta-Rite SR333NA Max-E-Therm Gas Pool Heater
Raypak RAY-014941 Gas Pool Heater
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[sc name=”email-cta-article-quick-summary” customtag=”pft-p-ab-h01s021-notify”]Did you know there are other types of swimming pool heaters?
Electric Pool Heaters
Electric pool heaters heat the swimming pool water with heating coils directly heated with electricity. Don’t worry, there is no risk of electric shock.
Pool Heat Pumps
Also powered by electricity, a pool heat pump compresses surrounding warm air into a very hot gas. Pool water is pumped through a heat exchanger where the heat from the hot gas is transferred to the pool water. The cooler gas is routed back through the condenser and the process repeats. Heat pumps work best in warmer climates since its easier to heat up warmer air than colder air.
Solar Pool Heaters
Solar pool heaters are popular among homeowners that have the space for the solar capture panels, have plenty of sunshine, and not a very large pool. There is a small amount of electricity used on some solar pool heaters, as a water pump is needed to pump water through solar heating coils and back into the pool.
Wood-fired Pool Heaters
If you have a wooded property with plenty of old wood to deal with, a wood-fired pool heater is actually an option. A wood-fired pool heater heats the swimming pool water by burning wood, heating a heat exchanger which heats the pool water as it circulates through.
Given those features, how important are those benefits to you? Think about these and compare with other pool heaters before making your decision. Some might be more important than others.
If you meet these conditions, then this product is right for you. The bottom line is if you can afford a top quality gas pool heater, and are attentive enough to do or hire regular maintenance when needed, keep your pool water balanced, then this pool heater is right for you.
Imagine stepping into your pool, and instead of tensing up as the water is much colder than you would like, the water is warm and relaxing, much like the water along a tropical beach. No more shivering kids wrapped in towels wondering if they should get back in your chilly pool water. No more waiting until summer is well underway to start using the pool, and no more watching your pool season be delayed as a cold snap reduces what little summer you already have.
Installing a high-quality pool heater will get you the best bang for the buck. Pool heater manufacturers are a little reserved when asked how long their heaters last. This depends on on use, environment, water, flooding, and other environment conditions, but quality modern gas pool heaters could last 10 years and only require occasional maintenance as long as they are used as instructed by the manufacturer.
Buying a low quality heater can cost less, but if you have to buy a replacement heater in five years because your low-quality one failed, not only did you likely pay almost as much as a quality heater, but you then have to pay for removal of the old heater, buy another new heater, plus pay for another installation.
Hayward H400FDN reviews by other buyers
There are plenty of Amazon.com reviews from Hayward H400FDN gas pool heater buyers. We’ve read through many of them, and posted a few of the most helpful ones here:
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Great heater and great support from Hayward…
“…been in service for about three months now and was working pretty hard to heat our 35k gallon pool in a cool Chicago spring…”
“…I couldn’t be more happy so far…”
“…It heats our pool and spa quickly…”
Click to read this review on Amazon.comIt’s a BEAST…
“…Just opened my second season (which I can start on March 25th in Northern VA) and I really like this machine so far…”
“…I always use one of those solar bubble covers when not swimming…”
Click to read this review on Amazon.comReplacement…
“…was a great buy here on Amazon…and it was delivered within 2 days…very nice…”
“…Great price and quick free delivery…”
Click to read this review on Amazon.com
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[tboot_column size=”7″]Extend Your Pool Season
Pool heater owners overwhelming say they enjoy being able to control their swimming pool water temperature, and extend their entire pool season.
You paid all that money and invested all that time in getting your swimming pool just the way you wanted, why not extend its usefulness?
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[/tboot_column][/tboot_column_wrap]If the decision of buying and installing a pool heater is stopping you from lengthening that pool season by having your pool water exactly the temperature you want, then continue reading about the Hayward H400FDN.
Buying a Hayward H400FDN Gas Pool Heater
Did you know you can buy the Hayward H400FDN gas pool heater online and have it shipped to you directly safely and quickly?
Buying is very easy with Amazon. Multiple companies sell this pool heater through Amazon, and Amazon ensures shipping and delivery is fast, accurate, and arrives at your door safe and secure.
You can save on shipping if you have an Amazon Prime account. Pool heaters are heavy, and shipping without Amazon prime is about $200 USD, so you’d pay for the Amazon subscription roughly twice buying this pool heater alone!
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Since saving on heater shipping will save you more than the cost of the Amazon Prime membership, you can order other things for one year and pay no shipping when ordering from Prime vendors.Amazon often has trial versions of Prime for just a few dollars. It’s a great deal.
Feel free to Try Prime Discounted Monthly Offering
when you order.
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If you have concerns about ordering a pool heater online because it’s so expensive, you can order with an Amazon Store Card. You can also save a percentage of the purchase cost if you sign up for the card and order the pool heater.
Click here to learn more about the Amazon Store Card.
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Amazon is also offering the Amazon Rewards Visa Signature Card, where you can also save a percentage of the total when you order the pool heater.Click here or Click the Card Photo to learn more about the Amazon Rewards Visa Signature Card.
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With so many options to buy a Hayward gas pool heater from Amazon, the only thing you have to do next is pick which size Hayward H-Series gas pool heater to buy. Continue below to see how easy it is to pick the correct Hayward gas pool heater for your swimming pool.Hayward H-Series Gas Pool Heater Sizing
One gas pool heater does not fit all swimming pools, so in this section we explain how to pick the right size of Hayward H-Series gas pool heaters. Again, it’s easy to pick the right size heater for your pool.
How do I know what size gas pool heater to buy?
Biggest Factor: Your swimming pool size.
Have you ever heated a large, full kettle of water on your stovetop? It takes much longer than a small tea kettle, doesn’t it?
Your swimming pool is essentially a very large, and very full kettle of water. Your swimming pool size is the biggest factor in picking the right size of pool heater for your swimming pool. It takes lot of energy (heat!) to heat water. The more water you have, the more heat your pool heater has to work to heat the water up and maintain that temperature.
There are more options than just the Hayward 400k BTU gas pool heater. Here are some examples of various Hayward H-Series gas pool heaters. You can view more of them on Amazon.com. Click here to view all Hayward H-Series gas pool heaters.
Compare Hayward gas pool heaters on AmazonHow to pick the right Hayward H-Series gas pool heater:
Step 1: Find your pool surface area based on its shape:
Step 2: Look up the correct model number below based on the surface area you get in Step 1:
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MODEL HEATING RATING SURFACE AREADetermine the pool surface area by multiplying the length of the pool in feet by the width. Use the chart above to determine the heater size for your pool.
A note about heater size: A pool heater should heat the pool, on average, one degree an hour. Once the heater is sized to the pool, stepping up one or two sizes will decrease the time to heat. Hayward does make a 500000 BTU model, the Hayward H500FDN. First be sure one of the smaller heaters can meet your needs.
Locate the surface area in the table that is equal or greater than your pool’s surface. For example, my pool is an 18 foot wide by 36 foot long rectangle pool. My surface area is 648 square feet, so looking at the chart above I should select the H250 model. If your square footage is exactly the value on the chart, Hayward recommends going one model number higher to ensure the gas pool heater can easily heat the pool water. So instead of the Hayward H250 model, I could opt for the Hayward H300FDN if I wanted to ensure fast and consistent heating.
Now, the depth of the pool is also a factor, and their are more detailed ways to calculate the volume of water based on all the dimensions of your pool, but Hayward makes it easy just estimating based on the exposed surface area of your pool. Evaporation and water exposed to open air can have a big impact of heat retention.
Hayward does make a 500000 BTU gas pool heater model, the Hayward H500FDN. First be sure one of the smaller heaters can meet your needs.
Hayward pool heater sizing for indoor pools
Divide your pool surface area by three for indoor pools. Indoor pools are usually in an environment that is warmer, there is no wind or drastic temperature changes, resulting in far lower heating requirements.
Surrounding Environment.
Do you live in a humid and warm area with little wind? How about a dry, cool, windy climate? Dry and cool air, plus windy places make pool heaters have to work harder to maintain the water temperature.
We also list all the Hayward H-Series gas pool heaters in this article down below in our Pool For Thought Pool Store section. Click here to take a look.
Hayward H-Series Shipping and Delivery
After you order, Amazon will schedule an appointment with you since the pool heater is “high-value” and heavy delivery. You or someone you trust will need to be there to sign and receive it.
Inspect the unit when it arrives. You have the right to refuse delivery if you notice obvious damage and/or missing pieces. The heater will arrive on a pallet, and the delivery person will haul the entire unit to your driveway with a hand truck or possibly forklift. If your heater is to be installed nearby, you can ask if they can quickly help you deposit the heater where it is to be installed (although they are not required to).
You can learn more by clicking here about Hayward H400FDN buying, shipping, and delivery on Amazon.com
Hayward H400FDN Installation
I didn’t install my pool heater, and when the day comes I need to replace my current heater I’ll likely hire my local pool professional to install it. However, if you do have the skills needed to install a pool heater, then this is certainly an option for you.
Pool professionals should be able to install in less than half a day. Only your local pool professional can give you accurate quotes, but install cost might fall somewhere between $350-$750 USD. Remember, if you have a licensed professional do, then your 1 year Hayward warranty is doubled to 2 years. Paying a little extra for a professional to install and getting an extra year warranty is a very smart choice.
Video: Installing a Hayward H-Series Pool Heater:
As we discussed above, Hayward’s warranty is one year for non-licensed installation and two years for licensed installation by a licensed pool professional. If you do hire the installation, make sure they are licensed and discuss the warranty with them.
You can get all the details of the warranty in our warranty section below.
Owners have reported that if their heater is in direct sunlight for the majority year, that the LED panel degrades to the point of needing replacement. You may have to look at sun-blocking landscaping, trellis, etc. It’s also smart to cover the heater during the months you pool is closed.
You can connect the power, gas or water to either side of the heater.
General Use and Maintenance
At Pool For Thought, it’s our goal to make sure you get the most out of your pool worry free.
A swimming pool is a large investment, and It’s smart to protect it. I’ve used both a heater cover and a pool cover for years and are key reasons why my gas pool heater has lasted 12 pool seasons as of this writing.
Protect your Hayward gas pool heater with a heater cover
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I’ve used a pool heater cover for years, and if you own a pool heater you really need a cover for your heater when it’s not in use. I tend to not cover the heater during most of the pool season, only when I know I’m not going to use it. I need to state the obvious though. Do not use a heater cover when your pool heater is in use.I only cover my heater if I know it is shut off and cannot be turned on. I usually cover the heater if there is a major multi-day rain storm approaching, if I’m going to be gone for a week or more during the pool season, and of course when my pool is closed for the season.
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Do you have a pool cover to cover your pool when you are not using it, or at least a thermal blanket to place on the water? The thin layer of a thermal blanket has a big impact to reducing the heat escaping from your pool. Added benefit is thermal blankets reduce UV damage from the sun and help reduce debris from ending up in the pool.Having a fully automatic pool cover can be expensive, but many pool owners often choose a thermal blanket, and then buy a hand reel to easily roll the thermal blanket up and move away from the pool when not in use.
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Scroll to the bottom of this review to see all the helpful pool items mentioned here in the PoolForThought Store section below.
Hayward H400FDN winterization, or closing the pool for the season
In warmer climates, you can keep using the heater during short term cold spells. If you live in an area where there is extended periods of freezing, the water must be drained from the heater to prevent water freezing inside the heater which can damage internal piping and the heat exchanger.
Starting the Hayward H400FDN for pool opening or spring start-up
- Inspect the heater, making sure there are no leaves, branches, or other debris built-up around the heater.
- Make sure no water attachments have come loose, are cracked.
- Make sure the drain valve is closed.
- Turn your pool pump on and allow some time for all the air to be pushed out of the heater.
- Turn the gas supply on.
- Set the heater temperature on the keypad to “POOL”, and set your desired temperature.
- If you encounter any issues, error codes, you can check the manual.
- We suggest calling your local pool professional if there are no issues you can resolve.
Like all quality pool heaters, the the Hayward H400FDN is designed to be left alone to heat your pool. You’ll be surprised how little you have to mess with the pool heater. I sometimes find myself inspecting it just because it’s running so good for so long.
Occasionally, it’s good to just go near the pool heater. Is it running? Anything unusual? Many heater failures happen slowly over time, such as water leaks, and inadequate heating from heat exchanger soot build-up or incorrect gas pressure.
Damage or debris from animals, insects, and vegetation can also affect your gas pool heater. You can get an early warning on larger issues just by doing a quick inspection of the heater while its running.
Video: Hayward H-Series Pool Heater Start-up, Care, and Maintenance:
Hayward gas pool heater troubleshooting
If your Hayward H400FDN does have issues, Hayward gas pool heater troubleshooting in general is fairly straightforward, as most problems will be shown as error codes on the control panel. Hayward H400FDN error codes and what they mean are contained in the Hayward H-Series user manual below. You can then troubleshoot the issue depending on the error code.
Hayward H400FDN Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You might have questions about buying, installing, and owning a Hayward H400FDN pool heater. Others on Amazon.com have asked questions as well. Feel free to see if others have asked, and already have answers. Go here on Amazon to see what others have asked, and the answers they have received.
Hayward Gas Pool Heater Manuals
View or download Hayward H400FDN manuals, plus other Hayward gas pool heater manuals covering the entire H-Series line:
Hayward REFERENCE GUIDE:
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Hayward Universal H-Series Overview
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Hayward Universal H-Series Low NOx Parts Diagram
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Hayward has a pretty standard warranty for their gas pool heaters:
- The warranty is one year if you install the heater yourself.
- The warranty is two years if you have a licensed and qualified pool professional install the heater.
From the Hayward H400FDN Manual:
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We warrant the pool/spa/hot tub heater to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, and we
will within one year from date of installation for all users, for the original purchaser, repair or, at our option, replace without charge any defective part. We further warrant that if the heat exchanger or exchanger headers (water-containing section) leak within one year from date of such installation for all users, due to defects in materials and workmanship, we will provide a replacement part. Cost of freight, installation, fuel, and service labor (after one year) is at user’s expense. For full details of warranty agreement, see warranty certificate included in this manual.Warranty extends in duration to the term of (2) years for all non-ASME certified products and three (3) years for all ASME certified products ONLY when products are installed and serviced by a licensed and qualified pool equipment professional with sufficient experience in pool equipment installation and maintenance and adhering to the requirements of the jurisdiction where the product is installed.
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Hayward Customer Service
Hayward has several customer support methods. You can contact Hayward about your pool heater in the following ways:
Contacting Hayward using their general contact page:
Click to view Hayward’s general contact websiteHayward phone numbers and their online contact form:
Click to view Hayward’s phone and contact formNow, Hayward will only be able to help you so much over the phone or by contact form. I also recommend you find a local Hayward dealer as well, as they will be experienced in all aspects of Hayward pool heaters. Hayward gas pool heater installation, routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and part replacement are all things a local dealer will know how to do.
You can locate local Hayward dealers here:
Hayward dealer locator gas pool heaters:
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NOTE: Be sure to check the Pool Heaters checkbox before you search Hayward’s dealer locator.We discussed many aspects of gas pool heaters and other helpful pool products in this Hayward H400FDN review. Look below at the Pool For Thought Pool Store where all the products we mentioned are listed for an easy reference.
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Here are all the items discussed in this article. Everything you need to enjoy warm pool water, an early and full pool season, and no shivering pool fun!
Conclusion and our Final Word
If you’ve read this far, you’ll know the basics and what to expect when buying and owning a Hayward H400FDN gas pool heater.
I’ve owned the same gas pool heater since 2006. Living in a cold climate, my pool heater gets plenty of use. I have to say owning a pool heater is worth every cent. I’ve extended my pool season where a normal season lasts three months during our short summers, to six months. I’ve doubled my pool season, and I get to enjoy this extended season year after year. The purchase and install cost, plus the mild cost of gas and maintenance has more than been offset by the enjoyment I’ve gotten out of warmer water and an extended pool season.
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Although a little more money than competing gas pool heaters, the benefits overwhelmingly outweigh the extra price. Fast pool water heating, high-quality construction, and being easy to use, the Hayward H400FDN is a solid choice for a gas pool heater.
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Getting Your Swimming Pool Ready – Part 1
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[/tboot_column][/tboot_column_wrap]If you are planning to use your swimming pool this weekend, there’s a number of things you can do right now to make sure you are not overwhelmed with things when the weekend arrives.
In this article, we list all the things you can do to make sure getting your swimming pool ready for the weekend goes quick and smooth. We list them in roughly the order you should be doing them. Some things like water balancing take time to work. We also mention which you can do, and which your local pool service company can or should perform. If you are unable, don’t know how, or feel uncomfortable with interacting with areas of your pool, write these down and have your pool service company do them.
Your swimming pool
We start with your swimming pool. Is it already open for the pool season, or do you have a local pool service company do this? Call to them to schedule and opening, and be sure to ask exactly what they will do an how much it will cost.
How does the water look?
If your pool is covered, remove the cover, or open the cover if you have an automatic pool cover. What do you see? Is the water Cloudy? Green? Filled with debris? Crystal clear? We’ll explain what to do in each of those cases, but next thing you can do right now is inspect the swimming pool.
Is anything clogged?
Check your skimmer basket first. This is where excess debris builds constantly. Leaves, insects, seeds from trees, even frogs or toads might be already waiting for you in your skimmer basket. Look into your pool. Are your water inlets clogged as well? You might have leaves and debris from last season built up around them. Next check your pool pump basket. Turn off your pump and open the basket housing. Unless you or your pool service company cleaned it out last season, it’s likely filled with debris. You likely have a main pool filter, such as a sand filter. There likely is a pressure gauge on your main pool filter. If the pressure is getting high, you may need to backwash. If your pool is extremely full of debris, you might need to backwash, vacuum the pool, then backwash again. Do you have any other filters? If so, check them. You risk damaging equipment if filters and baskets go unchecked and they become clogged.
Is anything not working?
Your pool pump: Assuming your pool water is clean enough to turn on AND you or your pool company has opened the pool for the season, you can try to turn on your pool pump. Does your pump turn on? Does water flow through it? Are there any loud noises, screeching sounds, or does the pump sound like it’s having to work harder than normal?
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Your pool water heater: If you have a heater, make sure your pool water pump is first running ok, then turn the heater on. Make sure it turns on, on AND actually heats. Most gas powered heaters need to be regularly cleaned out. Soot can form over heat exchangers, mice and insects can take up residence in them leaving leaves and debris in the heater, and water can penetrate and rust and corrode surfaces. Have your heater checked every spring, and ideally mid summer as well.
If you have an automated pool cover, make sure there is no damage to it. Rabbits have been known to chew through cords, mice chew through the cover, ice might puncture the cover, and the cover may no longer operate evenly across the pool. If you have any lights in the pool, fountains, or other gadgets, make sure these operate ok as well.
Are there any water leaks?
Is your pool losing water? Water evaporates from the pool and reduces the level, but if you notice your pool unusually low or losing more water than normal, you might have a leak. Leaks might also occur inside your pump, valves, and connector housings as rubber gaskets eventually dry out. After months of non use, this might be the time they finally fail…just in time for your weekend gathering! If you have a concrete, shotcrete, gunite, or fiberglass pool, you should be looking for cracks. If you have a vinyl liner pool, you should be looking for punctures or tears.
Are there any strange noises?
If anything makes a funny noise our outright does not work, you might need to call your local pool service company.
Are there any strange smells?
If you have a chlorine pool, you’ve shocked or otherwise added chlorine to your pool and you smell an unusual amount of chlorine, you might have a high amount of chloramines in your pool. This means the chlorine sanitizer is doing its job, but you might also have combined chlorine chlorine as well. Downwind from your heater, do you smell a putrid unburned gas smell? If so, your pool heater is likely sooted or the gas to air mixture is incorrect. In both cases, you need to call your pool service company as your heater needs maintenance.
Your swimming pool water
You need to check the water balance before you use the pool, ideally several days before anybody jumps in. You can check the water or have your pool service company come and do it. Or bring in sample. You need to see where you are at, and what you need to add before the weekend to give the water time to balance.
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Water Problems
Cloudy water
After sitting unused during the winter and early spring, your pool might lack adequate sanitizer if you have a chlorinated pool. See [link to adding chlorine in pool]. You might also have to shock your pool if enough contaminates have caused your pool to become cloudy. Your pH might be too high, or possibly you need to raise your alkalinity.
Green Water
Green water can either be a minor or major problem. You need to have the metals tested in your water. If your water contains no metals, the problem is likely algae growth. Green algae is easily removed with shock and algaecide to follow up, although if your walls are stained from algae, you might need an acid wash. If your pool water test reveals you do have metals in your pool (copper being a common culprit), then your water has been damaging copper surfaces within your pool and equipment. If you have a heater, there likely is a copper heat exchanger that’s been eroding from the inside out. In either case, you need to have your water thoroughly tested and analyzed what the problem is.
Debris in the pool
Sometimes after a big storm, or you just were behind on cleaning, debris can overwhelm the pool. Particularly if you do not have a pool cover. Leave, tree branches, dead animals like mice and frogs, pollen and seedlings from plants and trees can completely cover a pool.
If you have a pole with a net, you can scoop out the majority of this debris. Don’t expect your skimmer basket and filters to just make it go away. You’ll simply move the problem into your equipment. Once you have the large pieces of debris removed, you can use other cleaning equipment like a hand vacuum, “Kreepy Krawly” or similar automatic pool vacuum, or even a pool cleaning robot if you have one of those.
What if my pool water is crystal clear?
There might be nothing wrong with your water, or you have water that’s out of balance that just so happens to be clear. A pool with low pH and overly high chlorine levels can make your water clear, but is actively damaging pool walls and surfaces. Again, testing your water is the most important thing you can do.
If you have clean and balanced water, at least you know you can use the pool this weekend.
Water level and temperature
If you pool is low on water, add water until you get it to your desired amount. Low water level when you start the pool up at the start of the season is normal, but if you notice the water level going back down quickly, you might have a leak. If you do add water, be aware your water balance might change. Chlorine is diluted and reduced, pH or alkalinity might raise or lower depending on your water. Retest your levels after adding water.
If you live in northern climate, the water is probably cold. Do you have a pool heater? Now’s the time to start bumping up the temp on the heater. No need to put the temperature at your desired comfort level just yet, but by the day before make sure it’s at a temp you are confident the heater can get the pool to by the time your guests are there. Generally pool heaters are best heated in stages. Get the pool water to a certain temperature, give the heater a break, then bump it up to another level. Look at the weather for the day you plan to use it. If it’s windy and colder than normal, this may take time for your pool to get to your desired temp.
At this point, you know your pool is working (or you know what’s wrong at least) and your pool water is balanced (or getting there). Now you can move on to the area around your pool.
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You should think safety first when considering the area around your pool. Injuries around residential pools are common, and it’s the homeowner who is responsible for any injuries.
Pool Deck
Outdoor area around pool Do you have a concrete pool deck? Check for new cracks or portions of concrete that have become cracked and loose. In northern climates, the freeze-thaw cycles can quickly widen cracks, heave entire portions of your pool deck. Do you have paving stones, or brickwork on the ground? They often become loose as well. Make sure each allows for a firm footing to prevent trips and falls.
You might have a wood deck instead. You need to inspect for broken and loose boards, loose nails and screws, drying and splintering wood, dry and wet rot. Outdoor above ground pools often have a wood deck, and having a save pool deck is even more important. You also need to apply an outdoor stain and sealant to protect the wood from the elements.
Slides and diving boards
If you live in climates where your pool area freezes during winter, your should be completely covering and wrapping your diving board. Water can work its way in and destroy your diving board over time, making it very unsafe for use. Look for cracks in the surface, and loose fittings. There are specs on how tight bolts should be tightened on slides and pool decks. If you have any doubt, have your local pool service company look these over. You should be confident your pool slide and diving board is in good condition before having guests over.
Loose handrails and steps
You likely have a fence around the pool. Make sure fence door latches work, lock and unlock if they are lockable. Also look for rusting fasteners and screws. If you notice any are rusty, replace these with stainless steel screws rated for pool installation.
Slippery surface from algae
Algae might have already taken hold along your pool walls and floor. You might not see it, but it can make surfaces extremely slippery. It’s often the first person entering the pool that experiences the unexpected slippery surface. You don’t want a fall and injury to happen before your pool gathering even starts.
Outdoor lights and speakers
If you have outdoor lights around your pool, you should check to make sure they work. You might also have speakers and a sound system. Going through a quick test will save you last minute trouble shooting while your guests are arriving.
Outdoor kitchens and grills
Do you have an outdoor kitchen? Do you plan to use your grill? Water, electrical, any gas lines…test everything. Turn on your grill to make sure it heats as expected. You should consider cleaning out your grill as well, especially if you have never done it and it’s been a few years since you purchased it. It’s likely extremely filled with gunk. If your grill is propane powered, make sure you have a fresh tank. Even better, alway have an extra filled one on hand. It’s very easy to just swap the empty one out with the full one if that time comes. It’s embarrassing to run out of gas before food is cooked!
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Part 1 – Conclusion
If you’ve done all the above correctly, your pool, water, equipment, and immediate pool area are hopefully ready to be used all season long. Your water might still be balancing, your filter might be clearing up the water, the heater might still be heating the water, and you are waiting for the pool company to show up.
This means you have some time to wait around…you now have time to proceed to part 2…Get supplies and prepare!
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Choosing a Vinyl Pool Liner
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Color
Choosing a liner color you would think would just come down to personal taste but there are a few things to consider when selecting your liner color. Dark liners may help absorb heat and therefor warm your water up for you. Another plus is that they may hide some debris and not show dirt as much. However, the darker the liner, the more that liner will be susceptible to bleaching due to chlorine and sun. It is possible it may also age faster due to UV damage. Lighter liners on the other hand will not be as susceptible to bleaching and fading and may last longer due to less UV damage. They will show debris more than dark liners and will force you to stay on top of cleaning. From an aesthetic perspective, the natural aqua appearance somewhere in the medium color range may balance these pros and cons.
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Liners will likely have two different patterns. A boarder pattern and then the body of the pool will have a pattern. You may also have the option of a solid color. Things to consider when selecting pattern. Any type of pattern will help hide debris. However, a few things to consider when choosing your pattern is how well will seems line up? Most pools liners will have several places where it has been seemed together. If you choose a tile pattern, those seems may be really noticeable. If you choose a pebble pattern it won’t be as noticeable. Single light colors will show the seam more readily as well. There is also a wavy, swirl, or abstract pattern that has a nice reflective water appearance that sort of disappears into the background. That pattern provides the best camouflage of seems and gives a natural water appearance. Boarders will be your personal preference. You might want to consider the colors of your pool’s patio or surrounding area that maybe you want to pick up.
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When choosing a vinyl swimming pool liner, thickness is important. A thicker liner is more durable, more puncture resistant, and less likely to leak over time.
While a thicker liner may seem like the better choice, there are a couple drawbacks. Thicker liners can be more difficult to install, as thicker liners are not as elastic (stretchy) as thinner liners. So, you may have more issues with the liner fitting in the corners and around any steps that may be in your pool. Thicker liners also tend to cost more, as more vinyl and manufacturing processes are used during their fabrication, plus the liner installer may charge a little more to install a thicker liner knowing they may be more difficult to install.
As for thickness, liners come in varying thicknesses such as 20 mil or 27 mil. The “mil” is a unit of thickness used in the swimming pool liner industry. The larger the mil number, the thicker the liner. 1 mil equals 1 one-thousandth of an inch, so:
1 mil = 1/1000 inch = 0.001
For a vinyl swimming pool liner:
20 mil = 0.020 inch
27 mil = 0.027 inchLiner thicknesses usually range between 20 and 40 mil. Variations in the manufacturing process means that sometimes manufacturers err on the side of being slightly thicker to guarantee their liner meets the mil spec they post. So, a 20 mil liner might actually measure 0.0205 instead of 0.020.
What is gauge?
You might find some liner thicknesses are only shown in gauge. Guage is NOT equal to mil, and in the liner industry as the gauge number increases, so does the thickness. A 20 gauge liner is slightly *thinner* than a 20 mil liner. A 30 gauge liner is thicker than a 20 gauge liner. Always try to find out the mil thickness when comparing liners from different makers.
Floor versus wall thickness:
Be sure to ask about liner floor versus liner wall thickness. Some liners have a floor thickness thinner than the walls to save costs during manufacturing. Liners will show a thickness value such as 28 wall 20 floor, or 28/20.
Thicker liners will usually be more expensive, but there are some companies that have a handful of liners that you can get the 27 mil liner for the same price as a 20 mil liner. Thickness has no relation to the risk of the liner fading over time. How well your water is balanced (chlorine level, pH, etc) can affect fading. Discuss liner thickness with your local pool dealer when making this decision, as they will know what works best for your area.
Temperature
Depending on where you live there may be times when you should NOT replace your liner. You want to avoid installing liners on cold days, ideally the temp should be at least above 60 degrees Fahrenheit so that the liner is more flexible and pliable making it easier to install. Living in the cold climates this may mean you will need to wait until June or even July for the right time to install so be patient.
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Another consideration especially if you are replacing a liner is whether or not there is ground water around your pool. If you know that there is a high water table around your pool you will want to make sure that the ground water is low so that when you empty your pool the outside ground water pressure isn’t so great that it causes the walls of your pool to cave. Also make note of recent rains which temporarily raise your ground water.
Fixing problems
If you are replacing your liner, this may be an ideal time to consider replacing skimmer plates, jet fixings, pool lights, drain covers, etc. Inspect these items to determine if they are nearing the end of their life expectancy. If you have any major dents or places where you could see the underlying vermiculite was not smooth, it would also be a good time to re-trowel. Be sure to include these potential costs as you plan and budget for your liner project.
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A pool liner’s life expectancy is going to be determined by many factors. Chlorine, how well you have maintained your chemical balance (alkalinity/pH/etc) UV rays, freeze/thaw cycles, and whether you have a pool cover will all contribute to your liners life expectancy. Sunlight exposure is also a factor as vinyl degrades faster when exposed to UV rays. If you have a pool cover, this will greatly reduce the amount of UV exposure your liner receives. The location of your house, amount of tree cover also affect the exposure. Liners can last anywhere from 5 to 15 years with an average around 10 years. Prices depend on the size and type of liner you choose. Be sure to plan on this as a recurring expense associated with liner pools.
Don’t let your liner fail
A failed liner can result in bigger issues and expenses such as major leaks, damaging surrounding walls, and also leaving you pool-less for a longer period of time. Inspect your liner every year for weak spots, tears, wrinkles or any leaks. A wrinkling liner is a sign that your liner could be nearing end of life. Punctures are also a concern. Guests and pets are the number one cause of punctures. It may be fun to watch your dog jump and and climb out of the pool, but they their nails can easily scratch and even puncture vinyl liners. Sharp and pointed toys should be avoided.
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Primo Porcelain Glazed Pizza Baking Stone Review
“I didn’t know pizza could taste this good…”
…Is what your friends and family will say when you grill pizza with a pizza stone.
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You sure can, and with the Primo Porcelain Glazed Pizza Baking Stone, from the makers of the Primo line of outdoor grills, you’ll have one of the best performing pizza stones on the market.
Now you can enjoy With the Primo 338 Porcelain Glazed Pizza Baking Stone for Primo Oval XL or any “Kamado-style” grill, you can be all sure you get nothing but fresh crispy pizza and more! You can also enjoy fresh bread and cookies too in the comforts of your own backyard.
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Pizza/Baking Stone: Try your hand at crispy pizzas, chewy cookies, fresh baked bread, and more all in the comfort of your backyard with a Primo Pizza/Baking Stone. This is the only ceramic baking stone coated with a non-stick, porcelain-glaze finish for easy clean-up and is available in two sizes (16 inch and 13 inch) to fit just about any grill.How a Pizza Stone Works
Why does a pizza stone work so much better than just putting the pizza directly on the grill surface, or with another flat surface like aluminum foil or baking pan? The key is in the heat transfer. As the coals burn and generate heat, the heat radiates to the bottom of the pizza stone. As the stone heats up, the entire thing acts as a cooking surface. Not only does the head spread out and become more even, the temp is regulated so the pizza is not exposed to the much higher temps of the coals. Once you let the stone and the grill heat up, it's much easier to maintain constant temp when opening and closing for multiple pizzas. I've done 15 pizzas in a row for my extended family, each cooking about 5-7 minutes. Some of the heat makes it round the stone and to the top of the grill, and is what cooks the pizza from the top down. The result is a crispy (but not burnt) crust, yet top that is also perfectly done. This is very hard to achieve without a pizza stone. The Primo pizza stone is made from the same ceramic material their grills are made from...so you know they can take the heat. Avoid using pizza stones made for indoor ovens...they are too thin and will likely crack. This was what exactly happened to my previous pizza stone. [caption id="attachment_89" align="alignnone" width="300"]
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The Top Benefit is...
...the pizza crust cooked on the grill fast and at high temp. I typically bake my pizzas at least at 450° Fahrenheit or higher, preferably above 500°. If you use fresh-made pizza dough, the result is a crispy yet chewy crust that rivals some of the best pizza I've ever had. They cook in about 5-7 minutes, which perfectly cooks the pizza crust, turning the outer layers crispy, yet keeping the inside crust moist and chewy (yet fully cooked).Cleaning and Maintenance
I'll be honest, I've owned my Primo Pizza Stone for several years and have yet to clean it (other than scraping off a little burnt residue from time to time). The high temp of the grill self-cleans the stone, turning everything to soot which easily wipes away once the stone has cooled. As for maintenance, there isn't any. You do risk chipping or cracking the stone of you drop it onto a hard surface (it's ceramic, after all). If this happens, you are best to contact the manufacturer for advice. I don't advise gluing something like this - you are cooking food on this and don't want glue fumes to work their way into your food.Pros and Cons
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- Porcelain surface is effectively non-stick.
- Any residue can be easily scraped off with no damage to the surface
- Made of coarse ceramic 0.5 inches thick.
- The ceramic is guaranteed 20 years by the manufacture.
- 16 inch diameter allows for large pizzas, evenly cooked to perfection.
Cons:
- Heavy, but durable.
- 16 inch diameter size is large to store.
- Porcelain surface is slick - I've almost pushed entire pizzas off the stone early when I bought the stone.
- The underside is rough, and not recommended for indoor ovens because you might scratch the chrome grills in the oven.
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Specifications
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I like to buy things that last, so I only have to buy them once. The Primo Pizza Stone is a solid, durable, easy to clean pizza stone. Yes the Primo Pizza Stone costs more than the ones you can buy anywhere, but this will be the last one you ever buy. More Info... [/tboot_well]Reviews and Ratings
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Suncast Mocha Brown Wicker Resin Trash Box Review
“I forgot to empty the trash…again!”
When does a trash can become part of your outdoor living space?
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The makers of this trash box, Suncast, actually call this product the trash hideaway, because it does such a great job of hiding away your trash.
You wont have to scurry to move the trash can out of the way before you gather for a family photo behind your house, because blends in with its surroundings so well. Owning one myself, I often forget to empty my outdoor trash box because it blends in so well with my outdoor living area.
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Product Features
The Suncast Trash Box in Mocha Wicker is made of resin, which is a type of durable outdoor plastic. The manufacturer does a good job of adding details and texture to avoid the trash box looking like a plastic trash can.
The square edges makes a perfect addition to any corner, so it tends to blend into its surroundings.
Dimensions are 16 inches wide, 15.8 inches deep, and 31.7 inches high. It holds 30-33 gallon trash bags, and weighs 15 pounds empty. It’s large enough without being too bulky, so you can be sure you can place it just about anywhere you like. The light weight makes it easy to move, but I have high winds in my area, so I find the trash box is moved or tipped over if it’s empty. Maybe placing a large rock or brick in the bottom would stop this.
With a brilliant beautiful design, you can never tell it’s a trash box. The trash box has two covers. The top cover flips open and and closed for easy access, and has a little sliding latch that locks the flip cover down which might be useful preventing local animals that tend to dig into outdoor trash cans. The second cover gains access to the trash bag area, so you can place new bags and remove full ones. I found if you fill the trash bags too full, it becomes difficult removing the bag from the trash box.
The Top Benefit is…
The best thing about this trash box is its looks. Being mocha in color, and having the ability to match it with other outdoor furnishings like their Hose Reel and Deck Box the Suncast Mocha Trash Box becomes an attractive addition to your outdoor area.
Inside dimensions cover enough space to host up to 33 gallons of trash. Cleaning and Maintenance
Being made of resin plastic, this trash box wipes clean easily. I’ve used a power washer on mine, being careful not to spray with too much force. If you do happen to crack or break a corner or edge, any glue made for plastic such as Gorilla Glue works perfect. I managed to break one of the flip cover pegs that attach the cover to the trash box, but was easily glued.
Pros and Cons
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Pros:
- Looks good
- Light weight
- Surprisingly durable
- Easy access flip cover
- Separate bag cover to keep trash bag secure.
- Matches other Suncast brand resin wicker outdoor furnishings.
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Cons:
- High wind can blow it over if it’s empty (not heavy enough)
- Small pegs on the flip cover can be broken easily. Should have been made more durable.
- Difficult to remove trash bag if it’s full.
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Specifications
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The Final Word…
You get a durable, stylish, functional place to store your trash on your deck, patio, or any outdoor setting. The other matching mocha brown pieces available from Suncast make all your outdoor storage look good.
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Reviews and Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
[tboot_testimonial by=””]Question: Will the mocha color fade or degrade over time?[/tboot_testimonial] Answer: I’ve owned one for three summers (at the time this was written). Although I’ve put a couple accidental dings on it, the color has not faded or turned a lighter color.
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Suncast Deck Box Mocha Wicker Resin Review
Perhaps one of the most common problems in every household falls into nothing but storage. And when you think that your storage ideas may be out of hand, think again!
That’s because the Suncast Deck Box Mocha Wicker Resin, might be your next best friend.
The Suncast Deck Box is ideal for storage. Garden/ Patio Storage
Your garden houses so many items, including gardening tools, fertilizers and even seedlings. At the same time, your patio may also host other important items like your favorite outdoor umbrella, pillow cushions and others.
One ideal way to keep them all in place is with the Suncast Deck Box Mocha Wicker made from Resin. This is an attractive storage idea perfect to fit your style or any outdoor setting.
With it’s durable material, you can sit on it and store just about anything. Durable Material and Design
Made of highly durable resin, this is one great storage box that matches your mocha hose reel, also from Suncast. It has a small area for a padlock that also gives you a peace of mind, as you try and keep away the kids from items that may harm them.
Lightweight yet durable, the Suncast Deck Box in Mocha Wicker can host up to 99-gallon in capacity and measures 50″ w X 25.5″ d X 25.5″ h. While the inside measures about 22″ W x 22″ D.
Moving the box from one place to another is never a problem because it has a design that includes strong handles on each end and it has a dry design. You can be sure all you put inside stays dry always.
Strong enough, you can readily sit on it too.
Price
The price is reasonable and with given discounts from stores, you can get your money’s worth.
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Suncast Hose Reel Mocha Wicker Resin Review
Having your dirty hose winding up in the ground, next to your patio or your garden can be sight for sore eyes.
Luckily, with this one-of-a kind hose reel, the Suncast Hose in Reel Mocha Wicker made of Resin, you can take out that messy garden hose out of your sight.
Beautiful Design
The resin, assembling wicker patterns are very attractive and it suits the outdoor feel just fine. Moreover, the color mocha blends in into the color of the garden, making it an added attraction to any guest or visitor.
Keep you hose in place with the Suncast Hose Reel. Very Sturdy and Durable
The resin material is not only attractive; it is a sturdy combination of bonded chemicals resulting to a very durable product, in this case a hose reel housing.
Lightweight and with the size of approximately 21″W x 17″D x 19″H, this hose reel is an essential to every household, most especially to those who keeps up with a garden and a patio.
Its attractive design makes it a perfect addition to any outdoor setting. Winding and Unwinding made easy
Do you remember the time when you had to do all the work with your dirty hose? With the Suncast Hose Reel, you can forget all about the pain in winding and winding your garden hose.
The slid track hose guide feature allows you to have easier winding and unwinding experience, at the same time it also has stakes to keep it mounted when reeling; giving you a full capacity to conceal your hose and your reel.
It also has a 5/8″ x 75′ Hose Capacity and can host up to 175ft.
Cons
Hose winding or unwinding can be a little slow.
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Vermont Castings 3 Burner Built-In Review
Gather all family and friends and share a wonderful meal with the help of your Vermont Casting 3 Burner Signature Series with Built in Grill- Natural Gas.
Powerful
Unlike any other cooking must haves, this 3 Burner Signature Series from Vermont Casting is so powerful that it can let you cook dishes you never thought you could.
Now you can feel like a pro with its powerful performance that allows you to prepare food through searing, baking, rotisserie and smoking.
Plus, with a special feature having the cast iron end caps and having a deep firebox, you can be sure that the heat is maintained while locking in flavors and juices for an enjoyable meal. The cooking grates at the same time are reversible and this help maintains even cooking and searing.
Safe and Easy
Now it can be a whole lot easier for you to grill and cook anytime you want, even during the night with the LED knob feature of your Vermont Casting 3 Burner Signature Series with Built in Grill- Natural Gas.
Also, you never have to worry because it has a safe ignition feature, allowing you to have a dependable start-up in every meal preparation. With the EasyFlame ignition, you can use only a single source, making sure that each burner lights safely and consistently.
Enjoy a whole new level of cooking with your Vermont Castings 3 Burner Built-In. Wise Features
With built-in grill features, this has three built-in grills with tube burners made of stainless steel. This can shove a power for up to 37,500 BTUs. You can also use the 15,000 BTU infrared rotisserie burner as your partner in slow roasting any poultry and even pineapples.
Price
This may be a little pricey but you can save as much as $300 in your next purchase from Amazon.
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