Can the Xtreme Heaters 400 Watt RV Heater Be Removed After Winter?

Updated 11/14/2026 | Published 03/15/2026

Question:

I've got a fifth wheel that we use throughout the year, and I'm looking for a way to keep some warmth around the water lines in the basement compartment during those cold winter nights. I came across the Xtreme Heaters # XH67FR, and the removable bracket caught my attention. I still use that compartment for storing camping gear, so I don't really want a heater taking up space all summer. Can I leave the bracket installed and just take the heater out when winter is over? And will it turn itself on when the compartment gets cold?

asked by: Dennis

Expert Reply:

Hey Dennis! Yes, the Xtreme Heaters RV Basement and Compartment Heater with Quick-Release Mount # XH67FR is designed for exactly that kind of setup! You can leave the mounting bracket installed in your fifth wheel's basement compartment and remove the heater when winter is over. The bracket has a quick release latch, so you can slide the heater out without needing any tools. That way, you're not giving up valuable storage space during camping season.

And yes, the heater takes care of turning itself on and off! It has a built in thermostat that automatically cycles as the compartment temperature changes, so you're not constantly checking the weather and switching it on yourself. This 400 watt model puts out about 1,365 Btu of heat and uses a fan to circulate that warmth around nearby water lines and plumbing. It also has a 15 foot power cord that plugs into a properly grounded 110V outlet on a 15 amp circuit.

One thing I'd keep in mind is that the amount of heat you'll need depends on how large and insulated your basement compartment is. If your water lines and tanks are in separate enclosed areas, the warm air may not reach everything. And since the heater needs electricity to operate, I'd still recommend properly winterizing anything that could freeze during an outage.

About how big is the basement compartment where you're planning to install the heater?

expert reply by: Heather A

Dennis

11/14/2026

Thanks for the information! I measured my basement compartment, and it's about 4 feet long, 3 feet wide, and 2 feet tall. It's enclosed and insulated, and most of my water lines are in that same compartment. Would the 400 watt heater be enough for that space?

Heather A.

11/14/2026

@Dennis No problem Dennis and thanks for getting back to me with the basement compartment dimensions! The Xtreme Heaters RV Basement and Compartment Heater # XH67FR will work well for adding supplemental warmth to your 4 foot by 3 foot by 2 foot basement compartment. Since it's a smaller, insulated space with your water lines all together, this 400 watt heater is a great match. What fifth wheel do you have?