"Gazelle": description, description, installation and reviews

As you know, the quality of salon heater on domestic machines leaves much to be desired. And if on passenger cars with this problem it is possible to reconcile, then on commercial transport - no. After all, sometimes you have to transport goods for long distances. Some are involved in finishing the stove, but the result does not exceed expectations. The most correct choice is the installation of the autonomous system. On the "Gazelle" it is also installed. Well, let's consider what this element is and how to install it.

Characteristic

The autonomous heater (or in the language of the drivers "dryer") is a device used to warm up the cabin, as well as the engine. In the latter case, the "fen" is called the preheater. The self-contained device is a small device measuring 25 by 20 centimeters. It is installed in the cabin or in the engine compartment. It is a separate, self-contained engine. Usually works on a diesel engine. But some put the gas autonomous system on the Gazelle. In addition, a timer is placed in the cabin, thanks to which the device is programmed. On expensive models such as "Webasto" launch can be done with a key fob, remotely. The heater is powered by a 12 or 24 volt on-board network. Fuel for combustion is taken from the tank or from a separate tank (usually a small, 10-liter plastic tank). Thus, when the mixture is burned, thermal energy is generated, which is then sent to the cabin. The car engine itself can be turned off. The car is a parking heater and works regardless of the standard stove or motor. By the way, exhaust gases are discharged through separate tubes outwards. Thus, the driver receives clean and warm air in the cabin.

Varieties

The avtomnoka on "Gazelle" can be different. There are several types of heater data:

• Dry.
• Wet.

Dry autonomy is a cheaper version of the heater. However, this "dryer" is deprived of the function of heating the engine. It does not connect to the ICE cooling system. Therefore, when working, only the cabin or cabin warms up. Reviews say that this type of autonomy is not suitable for diesel cars. Therefore, it is reasonable to establish it only on "Gazelle" with the engines of ZMZ and UMP. Although some put and the "Cummins." But in this case, the system will not preheat. The motor is more difficult to run into the frost.

Wet arms

They are installed mainly on heavy trucks. Their peculiarity is that they interact with the cooling liquid (hence the so-called characteristic name) of the engine. During operation, heat is generated to heat not only the cabin, but also the motor itself.

Experienced motorists know how hard it is to start a diesel engine in a severe frost. After all, not only diesel is thickened, but also oil. The crankshaft is very difficult to turn in such conditions. The auxiliary heater can increase the engine temperature to 40 degrees Celsius. This is an important plus for diesel cars.

Manufacturers

The main producers of wet autonomous systems:

• "Webasto".
• "Ebershpacher".

In addition, the systems can be equipped with a GSM-module with the ability to program autonomy start. But the trouble is that the cost of such heaters starts from 50 thousand rubles. And if for a truck-type tractor of the Volvo type this is a small expense, then for a low-tonnage Gazelle - a significant waste of funds. In addition, the volume of the cabin they have different. And "Вебасто" basically lets out autonomy on 2-3 kilowatt. As practice has shown, for Gazelle enough and a half kilowatts of energy. The question arises: which autonomous system should I choose?

Planar

This is a Russian analogue of "Webast". For "Gazelle" is ideal for the autonomy of the series 2D. Reviews note that this model perfectly heats the cabin and at -30 degrees. The initial cost of such a heater is 22 thousand rubles. In addition, the model can be equipped with a GSM modem. If this autonomous unit is put on a Gazelle with a diesel engine, it is worthwhile to understand that this "dryer" is dry and is not a pre-heater. Nevertheless, the device copes well with its main function - the heating of the cabin. The autonomous house, installed on the Gazelle, has the following technical characteristics:

• The maximum power is 1.8 kilowatts.
• The fuel consumption is 240 milliliters per hour.
• The volume of heated air is 75 cubic meters per hour.
• The fuel used is diesel.
• The rated power is 12 or 24 V.
• The start-up mode is manual.
• The total mass is 10 kilograms.

Equipment

The complete set of "Planar 2D" includes:

• Heater.
• Fuel tank for 7 liters.
• Remote Control.
• Fittings, hoses and fasteners.

An autonomous system is installed on the "Gazelle" either by one's own hands or by a service center. It is recommended to install in specialized workshops. If the installation is done by yourself, you automatically lose the warranty. Benefit those who sell such heaters, produce and installation. Put the "dryer" can be directly on the spot. In terms of time it takes no more than four hours. The cost of installation does not exceed five thousand rubles. Below we will look at how the installation is done.

How to install the autonomous system on the "Gazelle"?

First you need to decide on the place. Where do you usually install an autonomous system on the Gazelle? Often, it is hidden under the passenger double seat. Therefore, it must be removed. This seat is fixed on four studs with bolts. We need a key for 10 (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 easy, so you can manage alone. Next, bend part of the upholstery floor 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 of the exhaust gases. Then we connect the tank. It can be placed between the cabin and the booth - this is the cleanest place. But make sure that after installation the normal access to the filler neck is ensured. Further we lay fuel hoses and, passing through the created holes, we connect them to the autonomous system. Now the electrical part is left. You need to give a "plus" and "minus" from the battery. The wires are laid under the floor. Near the gearshift lever there is a joint of a floor covering - between it and we conduct a cord. He leads it to the battery through a small hole in the lower right side of the cabin. If you look from the side of the engine compartment, it will be located immediately behind the battery (a little higher and hidden by an elastic band). The timer is connected according to the scheme, which is indicated in the instruction manual. The block itself is lifted upward and fixed to the rear wall (between the driver's and the passenger seat). In the event that you have a sleeping bag, you will need a corrugation length of at least two meters. 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 a splitter and pull on the sleeping bag. In the roof, a hole of the appropriate diameter is made. The corrugation is laid at the right edge of the passenger seat. This is how the autonomous system is installed on the Gazelle. It remains only to install the in-place seat and fix it on the same nuts.

Conclusion

So, we found out how to install the autonomous system on the "Gazelle" and what this element is for. An auxiliary heater is a very useful thing for a truck. With it, you will forget the eternal problems with the stove, because the power of the "dryer" will suffice for the eyes.