As you know, the quality of the cabin heater on domestic cars leaves much to be desired. And if on passenger cars you can put up with this problem, then on commercial vehicles - no. After all, sometimes you have to transport goods over long distances. Some are finalizing the full-time stove, but the result does not exceed expectations. The most correct choice is the installation of autonomous. It is also installed on the Gazelle. Well, let's look at what this element is and how to install it.
Characteristic
An autonomous heater (or in the language of drivers “hair dryer”) is a device used to heat the cab, as well as the engine. In the latter case, “hair dryer” is called a pre-heater. The autonomy itself is a small device measuring 25 by 20 centimeters.
It is installed in the cabin or in the engine compartment. It is a separate, autonomous engine. Usually runs on diesel. But some put the gas autonomy on the Gazelle. In addition, a timer is located in the cabin, thanks to which the device is programmed. On expensive models such as Webasto, the launch can be done remotely. The heater is powered by an on-board network of 12 or 24 volts. Combustion fuel is taken from the tank or from a separate tank (as a rule, this is a small, 10-liter plastic tank). Thus, when the mixture is burned, thermal energy is generated, which is then sent to the salon. The car engine itself can be turned off. Car is a parking heater and works regardless of the standard stove or motor. By the way, exhaust gases are discharged through separate pipes to the outside. Thus, the driver receives clean and warm air in the cabin.
Varieties
Autonomy on the "Gazelle" may be different. There are several types of heater data:
Dry autonomy is a cheaper option for a heater. However, this "hair dryer" lacks the function of heating the engine. It does not connect to the engine's cooling system. Therefore, when working, heats only the cabin or cabin. Reviews say that this type of autonomous car is not suitable for diesel cars. Therefore, it is reasonable to install it only on the Gazelle with ZMZ and UMP motors. Although some bet on the Cummins. But in this case, the system will not be preheated. It is more difficult for the motor to start in the cold.
Wet autonomy
They are installed mainly on heavy vehicles. Their feature is that they interact with the coolant (hence the so characteristic name) of the engine. During operation, heat is generated to heat not only the cab, but also the motor itself.
Experienced motorists know how hard it is to start a diesel engine in
severe frost. After all, not only diesel fuel, but also oil thickens. The crankshaft is very difficult to crank in such conditions. An autonomous heater is able to raise the engine temperature to 40 degrees Celsius. This is a significant plus for diesel cars.
Manufacturers
The main manufacturers of wet autoclaves:
In addition, systems can be equipped with a GSM module with the ability to program autonomous startup. But the trouble is that the cost of such heaters starts from 50 thousand rubles. And if it is a small expense for a Volvo tractor unit, then for a small-tonnage Gazelle it is a significant waste of money. In addition, the volume of the cabin is different. And "Webasto" basically produces autonomous batteries for 2-3 kilowatts. As practice has shown, one and a half kilowatts of energy is enough for the Gazelle. The question arises: which autonomy to choose?
Planar
This is the Russian analogue of Webasta. For the "Gazelle" ideal autonomy from a series of 2D. Reviews note that this model perfectly heats the cabin at -30 degrees. The initial cost of such a heater is 22 thousand rubles.
Additionally, the model can be equipped with a GSM modem. If this autonomy is put on a “Gazelle” with a diesel engine, it should be understood that this “hair dryer” is dry and is not a pre-heater. Nevertheless, the device copes with its main function - heating the cab. Car, installed on the "Gazelle", has the following technical characteristics:
- The maximum power is 1.8 kilowatts.
- Fuel consumption - 240 milliliters per hour.
- The volume of heated air is 75 cubic meters per hour.
- The fuel used is diesel.
- Rated power - 12 or 24 V.
- Startup mode is manual.
- The total mass is 10 kilograms.
Equipment
The "Planar 2D" package includes:
- Heater.
- Fuel tank for 7 liters.
- Remote Control.
- Fittings, hoses and fasteners.
Autonomy is installed on the Gazelle with your own hands or in a service center.
It is recommended to install in specialized workshops. If the installation is done by yourself, you automatically lose the warranty. Fortunately, those who sell such heaters also produce installation. You can put a "hairdryer" right on the spot. In time it takes no more than four hours. The installation cost does not exceed five thousand rubles. Below we will look at how the installation is done.
How to install autonomy on the "Gazelle"?
First you need to decide on a place. Where is the autonomous system usually installed on the Gazelle? Often, they hide it under the passenger double seat. Therefore, it must be taken out. This seat is mounted on four studs with bolts. We need a 10 key (preferably with a ratchet). Do not forget to put all the washers and nuts in a separate box and get the seat out.
The chair is moderately light, so you can cope alone. Next, we bend part of the floor upholstery and drill several technological holes. They must correspond to the outer diameter of the tubes that go to the fuel supply and to the exhaust gas outlet. Then connect the tank. It can be placed between the cabin and the booth - this is the cleanest place. But make sure that after installation normal access to the filler neck is ensured.
Next, we lay the fuel hoses and, threading through the created holes, connect them to the stand-alone. Now the electrical part remains. You need to submit a "plus" and "minus" from the battery. Wires are laid under the floor. Near the gearshift lever there is a joint of the floor covering - between it we draw a cord. It is displayed to the battery through a small hole in the lower right side of the cab. If you look from the engine compartment, it will be located right behind the battery (slightly higher and hidden by an elastic band). The timer is connected according to the scheme that is indicated in the instruction manual. The block itself is displayed at the top and is attached to the rear wall (between the driver and passenger seats). If you have a sleeping bag, you will need a corrugation at least two meters long. It is important that it is heat-resistant: the air from the battery is very hot, and the plastic can melt. We connect the corrugation through the splitter and pull on the sleeping bag. A hole of the corresponding diameter is made in the roof. The corrugation is laid at the right edge of the passenger seat. This is how the autonomy is set to the Gazelle. It remains only to replace the regular seat and fix it on the same nuts.
Conclusion
So, we found out how the autonomous system is installed on the Gazelle and why this element is needed. An autonomous heater is a very useful thing for a truck. With it, you will forget the eternal problems with the standard stove, since the power of the "hair dryer" will be enough for the eyes.