Perhaps they won’t, but I’m just saying that it would be a relatively straightforward piece of software programming, which seems completely feasible given that all required hardware seems to be in place. Yes, it’s a potential headache, but it’s also a potential selling point that would allow more flexibility on the part of the user. It’s ultimately a decision for @dan and others to make. I imagine it would also be straightforward enough for the user to get an email or text message warning of any issues, i.e. pump failed, or temperature out of range, etc.
I guess it depends on what the definition of “well outside” is. I have a thermometer in the shop right by the door. The shop itself is well insulated but the door is a little drafty. The lowest reading I’ve seen on that thermometer in our recent cold snap is mid 30s the morning it was 5 below outside. The Glowforge sits well away from the doors to the shop and I’ve been running my stove every day. I suppose I will mount a temperature logger at the unit to see what is happening right by the forge.