How to Use a Diesel Parking Heater?
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Diesel parking heater is a vehicle heating device, generally used for heating the cab of trucks, and can be used both while driving and parked. The usage method of diesel parking heater is as follows: Factory-installed: Simply turn it on to use. Self-installed: Follow the steps described in the instruction manual. When installing a diesel parking heater, pay attention to the following points: Exhaust pipe away from the cab: Generally, the diesel heater is installed near the cab. When installing the exhaust pipe, try to keep it as far away from the cab as possible to prevent carbon monoxide emissions from entering the cab. The exhaust outlet should also face backward to avoid harmful gases being blown toward the driving direction by headwind during driving. Leave a window slightly open when sleeping at night: Carbon monoxide is not only emitted from the exhaust pipe but can sometimes enter the cab along with hot air. Therefore, when using the diesel heater, always remember to leave a window slightly open to maintain air circulation inside and outside, avoiding carbon monoxide poisoning due to excessive concentration. Choose alternative products when purchasing a vehicle: Retrofitting a diesel heater later carries certain legal and safety risks. To meet the heating needs of truck drivers in winter, many manufacturers now offer optional configurations such as northern packages, parking heaters, and fuel tank heaters when the vehicle is purchased. If northern truck drivers have such needs, they can consider these factory-installed alternative products when buying a vehicle.
After installing the diesel parking heater last year, my life has become much more convenient. Before starting, just check if the fuel tank has enough oil and the battery is sufficiently charged. When getting in the car, press the switch button on the control panel - usually a light will turn on, and the sound of the fan indicates it's heating. I set the temperature between 18-20°C, starting it 20 minutes before going out in winter so the car is warm when I enter. The remote control function is my favorite - just press the app at home without freezing in the car. Remember not to use it in enclosed garages; open a window slightly for ventilation - safety first. Once I forgot to ventilate and felt dizzy, so I quickly stopped the car - lesson learned. For maintenance, clean the filter every quarter and keep the fuel line clear for high efficiency. This thing is fuel-efficient and eco-friendly - no need to idle the engine after parking, quiet and cost-saving.
