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 methods of diesel parking heaters are as follows: 1. Factory-installed: Simply turn it on for use. 2. Self-installed: Follow the steps described in the instruction manual. When installing a diesel parking heater, pay attention to the following points: 1. Keep the exhaust pipe away from the cab: Generally, diesel heaters are installed near the cab, but the exhaust pipe should be installed 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 due to headwinds while driving. 2. 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 the hot air. Therefore, when using a diesel heater, always remember to leave a window slightly open to maintain air circulation and prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. 3. Choose alternative products when purchasing a vehicle: Installing a diesel heater afterward carries certain legal and safety risks. To meet the heating needs of truck drivers in winter, many manufacturers now offer options such as northern packages, parking heaters, and fuel tank heating as part of the vehicle's factory configuration. If northern truck drivers have such needs, they can consider these factory-installed alternative products when purchasing a vehicle.
