Avtonomka on "Gazelle": description, characteristics, installation and reviews

As you know, the quality of the cabin heaterdomestic machines leaves much to be desired. And if on passenger cars you can put up with this problem, then on a commercial vehicle - no. After all, sometimes you have to transport cargo over long distances. Some are engaged in the revision of the regular stove, but the result does not exceed expectations. The most correct choice is to install the autonomy. On the "Gazelle" it is also installed. Well, let's consider what a given element is and how to install it.

Characteristic

Автономный отопитель (или на языке водителей "Hair dryer") is a device used to heat the cabin, as well as the engine. In the latter case, "hair dryer" is called a preheater. The autonomy itself is a small device measuring 25 by 20 centimeters.

Installed in the cabin or in the engine compartmentspace. It is a separate, autonomous engine. Usually works on diesel. But some put gas on the Gazelle. Additionally, the cabin houses a timer, thanks to which the device is programmed. On expensive models such as "Webasto" start can be done from the key fob, remotely. The heater is powered by an onboard network of 12 or 24 volts. Fuel for burning is taken from a tank or from a separate container (as a rule, it is a small, 10-liter plastic tank). Thus, when burning the mixture, thermal energy is generated, which is then sent to the salon. The car engine itself can be turned off. Avtonomka is a parking heater and works regardless of the standard stove or engine. By the way, exhaust gases are discharged through separate pipes to the outside. Thus, the driver gets clean and warm air in the cabin.

Varieties

Avtonomka on the "Gazelle" may be different. There are several types of data heaters:

• Dry.
• Wet.

Dry autonomy - a cheaper version of the heater.However, this "hair dryer" is deprived of the function of engine heating. It does not connect to the cooling system of the engine. Therefore, during operation, it only warms up the cabin or the cabin. Reviews say that this type of engine is not suitable for diesel cars. Therefore, it is reasonable to install it only on "Gazelle" with engines ZMZ and UMP. Although some put on Cummins. But in this case, the system will not be pre-heated. The motor is harder to start in the cold.

Wet autonomy

They are installed mainly on heavy loads.Their peculiarity is that they interact with the coolant (hence the 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.diesel engine in severe frost. After all, not only diesel fuel but also oil is getting thicker. The crankshaft is very difficult to turn in such conditions. The auxiliary heater is able to raise the engine temperature to 40 degrees Celsius. This is a significant plus for diesel cars.

Manufacturers

The main producers of wet equipment:

• Webasto.
• "Ebershprecher."

Additionally, systems can be completedGSM-module with the ability to program the launch autonomy. But the trouble is that the cost of such heaters starts from 50 thousand rubles. And if for a Volvo-type truck tractor it is a small expense, then for a low-tonnage Gazelle it is a significant waste of money. In addition, the volume of the cabin they are different. And "Webasto" mainly produces autonomous systems for 2-3 kW. As practice has shown, for the "Gazelle" enough and a half kilowatt of energy. The question arises: which autonomy to choose?

Planar

Это российский аналог «Вебасты».For the "Gazelle" is ideally suited for the car from the 2D series. Reviews indicate 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 you put this autonomous on the "Gazelle" with a diesel engine, it is worth understanding that this "hair dryer" is dry and not a preheater. Nevertheless, the device perfectly copes with its main function - cabin heating. The autonomous station installed on the Gazelle has the following technical characteristics:

• Maximum power - 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.
• Nominal power - 12 or 24 V.
• Startup mode - manual.
• The total weight is 10 kilograms.

Equipment

The package "Planar 2D" includes:

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

An autonomy is installed on the "Gazelle" with their own hands or in the service center.

It is recommended to install inspecialized workshops. If the installation will be done by hand, you automatically lose your warranty. Fortunately, those who sell these heaters, produce and install. You can put the "hair dryer" on the spot. By the time it takes no more than four hours. The installation cost does not exceed five thousand rubles. Below we look at how the installation is made.

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

First you need to decide on a place.Where is the installation of autonomy on the "Gazelle"? Often it is hidden under the passenger double seat. Therefore, it must be removed outside. This seat is attached to the four heels with bolts. We will need a key for 10 (preferably with a ratchet). Do not forget to put all the washers and nuts in a separate box and pull the seat out.

The chair is moderately light, so you can handleone Next, turn down part of the floor upholstery and drill through several technological holes. They must correspond to the outer diameter of the tubes that go to the supply of fuel and the conclusion of the exhaust gases. Then we connect the tank. It can be placed between the cab and the booth - this is the cleanest place. But make sure that after installation was provided with normal access to the filler neck. Next, lay the fuel hoses and threadingthrough the holes created, connect them to avtonomka. Now there is an electrical part. You need to submit a "plus" and "minus" from the battery. Wires are laid under the floor. Near the gearshift lever there is a flooring joint - between it and draw the cord. It is displayed to the battery through a small hole in the lower right side of the cab. If you look from the side of the engine compartment, it will be located immediately behind the battery (slightly higher and hidden by an elastic band). The timer is connected according to the scheme that is specified in the instruction manual. The block itself is brought up and fastened to the rear wall (between the driver’s and passenger’s seats). If you have a sleeping bag, you will need a corrugation with a length of at least two meters. It is important that it be heat-resistant: the air from the autonomy is very hot, and the plastic can melt. We connect the corrugation through a splitter and pull on a sleeping bag. A hole of the appropriate diameter is made in the roof. Corrugated laid at the right edge of the passenger seat. This is how the autonomous vehicle is installed on the "Gazelle". It remains only to install the seat in place and fix it on the same nuts.

Conclusion

So, we figured out how to install autonomouson 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 regular stove, because the power of the "hair dryer" will be enough for the eyes.