Starting and Stopping the Engine
The heater acts as a starting aid by
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
•
Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
ImportantVentilatingInformation
Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
Open the windows at least 1.0 in
(2.5 cm).
•
Set your climate control to outside air.
•
Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER(If
Equipped)
•
•
Do not use multiple extension cords.
Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.
•
•
•
Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk
of electrical shock.
Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This
could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage.
Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.
Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).
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