Portable Chinese Diesel Heater - Hcalory HC-A04 12V 5-8kw Review - This Thing Could Of Killed Me..!

Today I review and test the all new Hcalory HC-A04 Portable Trolley Diesel Heater.
I stripped it down only to find many dangerous faults.
Hcalory sent this portable diesel air heater to me, free of charge, in return for an unbiased, honest review and test.
The faults that I found were dangerous and very concerning.
However, once I put them right, I found this Chinese Diesel Heater to be a very good and efficient source for a portable, trolley style air heater.
However, it is marketed as a dual voltage unit, 12v DC and 240v AC, which is definitely not the case. Which we see in the video!
Essentially this is a portable trolley diesel heater with everything nicely compacted into a toolbox on wheels!
With everything pre-built inside the casing, including the fuel tank and pump.
It also has a very good smartphone app, which works very well and I like very much.
Adding to the convenience and control of operation greatly.
Despite the initial faults this unit was delivered with and once I had corrected them, it worked faultlessly and performed beyond my expectations.
Hcalory website details:
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Subscriber discount code:
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Thanks for watching
Steve
#Hcalory #offgridliving #chinesedieselheater
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[@dave4943]

Excellent review ! , thanks so much for this valuable info and video ! It's amazing what comes to market these days. Cheers from VA, US !

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Dave, Thanks for your kind comments. Yes, far to many faults. The burner unit itself is a very good unit, it's what they tried to achieve with the rest that that's shambles..! Hopefully the new release of an upgraded model will have everything corrected. ATB, Steve

[@dannydavies4582]

You don't need a air filter on combustion air intake, Just a screen to keep bugs out. I just bought the Calvary SS2 witch turns itself off and on in auto mode. Calgary can get to - 40c I run my heater 24/7 in winter.

[@raykeogh1972]

Great and concise video, after the first one you did in your vane I bought one myself and it still runs great. I think after your review you won’t get a discount code lol but we your viewers sure appreciate your input.Thanks for sharing this video Ray K UK 🇬🇧 YNWA.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Ray, Thanks for your comments👍 I haven't heard back from Hcalory at all since this video!!! I noticed another reviewer, David McLuckie, also found similar and equally dangerous faults as me. So there's definitely a problem somewhere along their production line.! But, hopefully all the faults have been addressed now and their shipping these out corrected and safe. ATB, Steve

[@YorkshireSteve907]

hcalory supply a 110/240 to 12v transformer. This has the plug that fits that socket on your unit

[@peter17042]

The cord on the plug the black box in line would be the drop down voltage to 12v, I’ve bought one of these heaters I’ve had it for 4years never had an issue think there great, also yes I did upgrade the diesel feed pipe to a more better one, but apart from that yea there good, 👍

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Peter, Without a doubt the 12v system works if used with the AC/DC stepdown transformer. The concerning part is that a IEC socket can and usually does only accommodate a 230V AC cord, line a kettle lead and isn't good, safe practice to mix the 12v and 230V. The burner unit itself is a very good bit of kit. It's just, in this case, what they have tried do with it. Now I have corrected these 'faults', it's ran perfectly and I very pleased with it. ATB, Steve

[@fitybux4664]

@@TheWrinklyNomads I think much of the world doesn't use electric kettles. (So, no exposure to IEC there.) . We might see IEC on the back of computers though. (Although desktop computers are becoming "the dinosaur" as mobiles are ubiquitous.)

[@petertyckare3432]

I have mounted my diesel heater in a metal cabinet from Ikea and have it under the stairs on the outside, it works excellently very hot in the home without carbon monoxide!

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Peter, Quite a few people seem to do that sort of thing. Although this outer casing does not very hot, slightly warm if anything, I do agree a metal container is far better. ATB, Steve

[@RavenwoodAcres]

I like the design concept but you are right about the lack of quality control.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Agreed, the design and overall concept is very nice and compact, it's just what they've tried to do with it is a right old shambles...!!!

[@bambambundy6]

Thanks for taring into it!!

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Thanks for watching 👍🏼 Certainly a bit of a mess….🤷‍♂️

[@josmith5155]

LOL. Get yer wellies and rubber gloves on. The cheap stand alone diesel heaters seem to have a very good rep though for reliability. Any recommendations for the stand alone ones? I like the look of the ones with the external fuel tank that you can mount higher than the rest.

[@alanthompson9956]

Excellent review. Good job you know what you are doing, I would have just plugged it in.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Thanks Alan, I try to do an unbiased, honest review of any kit that I'm sent and you can't do that without really looking at what's going on the inside. I'm certainly glad I did with this one...!!!

[@chrisb7762]

very interesting, currently looking at similar, learnt a lot, many thanks

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Chris, This turned out to be a very good unit once I’d sorted it out. It throws out some serious heat. ATB, Steve

[@rveurope]

thanks for the elaborated review, well done Sir👍🙋

[@puggster]

For some reason the Chinese have adopted the IEC C14 connector for the 12v systems, I've seen on some units the 12v supply outlet using them, I see a few design flaws, The Exhaust needs to be at least 3" from surfaces unless shield wrapped, The fuel pump needs to be installed on an Angle or ideally upright, They fail otherwise as they rely on diesel to lubricate and seal the piston, But definitely the IEC Socket wouldn't pass any British standards compliance for a 12v supply, the ECU On these are 12/24v

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Puggster, The actual burner unit itself is very good, specially like the Bluetooth version. But what they have tried to do with the rest is a shambles....! There are a few other units about that also have this IEC setup, so it seems the Chinese haven't really cottoned on to UK standards? ATB, Steve

[@marzchart591]

Hi, Thanks for this video, very good analysis, will go and make my heater safer now. good sound and very good voice... , you sound like one of the wagons in Thomas the engine. cheers!

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Thank you for watching. Glad it was helpful 👍🏼 haha, never had that said before. Which engine??

[@marzchart591]

none in particular just a soothing familiar voice. your videos look amazing too i was just here for the furnace info. Extra Cool!@@TheWrinklyNomads

[@alienscientist8893]

Good review mate,, have got the the other so called portable one,, pretty new and I'm getting the e 80 error message,, I'm hoping that's the crappy green fuel pipe..

[@GarretKrampe]

WARNING the IEC connects to 12V internally NOT 120 or 240V .

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Definitely.... I was quite shocked when I took it apart! Not too sure what the Chinese designers are thinking here? Maybe it's ok to mix voltages there, but to use a IEC socket, which is pretty much universally accepted for 120/230V AC power, is simply not correct! Maybe they will recall and sort this out....🤔 ATB, Steve

[@fitybux4664]

@@TheWrinklyNomads I wouldn't be surprised to find 240VAC being put through a 3.5mm headphone jack. (To save a few pennies during manufacturer. 😆)

[@jordanshepherd4927]

Mine come with 12 transformer to plug into IEC like an xbox power sully that feeds in 12v to IEC connection.

[@LondonBorsTravel]

Thank you so much this could have saved many lives 🙏💞 great spotting

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Thanks for watching. The actual burner unit itself is very good, it's just what they've tried to do with the rest of it that's a shambles...! ATB, Steve

[@Sparks0001]

With the IEC C14 inlet connected to the 12v circuit, this should not be supplied to the UK or anywhere else - That is appalling and totally inexcusable. You mentioned at the start that it was the mains input, which any reasonable person would assume. This should be voluntarily recalled before trading standards get involved.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Yes, I agree with you. It seems the Chinese do not have problems with it..... Apparently they sent me an 'old' model? Hopefully I'll get my hands on a new model and we can see if it's any better and safer?? ATB, Steve

[@GarretKrampe]

replace the bearings in the fan motor with 605 2RS units as the brushes wear and jam the ZZ bearings.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Thank you, I will look into getting some spare bearings. Do you know if anyone supplies a specific puller tool to remove the fan from the shaft. Being a tight press fit I'd be a bit worried about damaging it by forcing it off....! Thanks, ATB, Steve

[@GarretKrampe]

@@TheWrinklyNomads OK no use some "sandwich knives" you know the wide buttering knives ? OR you can use a pair of 1" wide wood chisels . even better ! lol

[@GarretKrampe]

NO NOT SPARE BEARINGS . you need to replace them before you first fire it up .

[@jodagold5481]

Daft question - what fuse would you use in regards to plug replacement on the power brick ? Cheers !

[@petethewrist]

I recon the two forty in is still for the transformer with change of socket. No way is it for two foutyy from the mains. A total moor on would not do that.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Peter, Murphy's law and all that...! If there's a moron about that can do, then it'll be done.🤔

[@petethewrist]

@@TheWrinklyNomads yes I get your point. I used to teach hang gliding, now most people could do it after a bit of good info but some would just die so we had to treat them all as morons. Lol. Be good to hear end outcome of this.

[@giftos1]

I found this video really helpful. Thank you. I was just about the bite the bullet on this unit until I saw this review. Do you know if the the faults you identified have been rectified on the units now on sale?

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, thank you and glad you liked it. Unfortunately nobody from Hcalorey has contacted me regarding the faults? However, on David McLuckie KZbin channel he reviewed it and has also had similar problems like me and has done a follow up video where he mentions that he's contacted them regarding the errors. Might be worth keeping an eye on that one. I must say though, since I have corrected the faults, this heater runs like a dream..! The Bluetooth is excellent and the heater itself throws out loads of heat. I have it running in my workshop each morning to take the chill off. Hopefully, they get there act together...!? ATB, Steve

[@giftos1]

Hi Steve, I really like this unit due to its design and portability, much more than the suitcase ones but I am not as confident with the diy'ing like yourself with the fuel line and other mods you have done. Have u created a How to guide with exact mods with fuel line and electric mods ..your vid shows the mods but not how to and also a list of parts that one would need to purchase including. Ps. I've now subscribed.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

@@giftos1 I haven’t done a how to video. But the fuel line parts are in the video description. There’s a link. Electrics is just a case of isolating the 230V. But maybe it’s worth emailing Hcalory and asking them if everything has been rectified??

[@PainterD54]

If there is no air filter provided, you will need to install one. The burn chamber with the glow plug and atomizer screen need to be kept clean. You will also need to filter the fuel before the pump. The cleaner, the longer it will burn clean and longer intervals between servicing. You need to relocate the fuel pump because it should not be run horizontal. It needs to be mounted t a 45 degree angle. And as long as you're at it, replace that green fuel line, it's junk. It can start a fire! No you don't plug 220v into the unit. It's only for 12 volt. You will need a step down transformer from 220 to 12v.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

I think you’ve just quoted all the modifications I made to the unit in the video …! It actually runs well now 🤷‍♂️

[@Invinciblemoam]

@bigclive needs to see this!

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Lucky I took it apart eh…!!

[@Paul_SD]

One moment please ........

[@fitybux4664]

No chance. It doesn't come in pink. 😀

[@koitorob]

No, it could HAVE killed you... Are you assuming that you are supposed to supply that socket with 230v? What do the instructions say? Trading Standards wouldn't allow a 230v socket that can't be supplied with 230v That non fused plug doesn't need a fuse. Don't you remember removing the 20amp fuse inside? I watched another video reviewing these heaters and he fitted an LED bulb on the inside to illuminate the fuel level display.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, The burner unit themselves are very good, the rest was a shambles. Regarding the 230V, the instruction do indicate connecting to the 12v terminals via the power brick configuration, but the plug was a crappy unfused one, BS 1363 requires the use of a 3-wire grounded and fused plug for all connections to the power mains, so your right, definitely not allow here. So regardless of the 20A internal fuse, it's the actual plug that was wrong. That light idea inside is quite good, might try it out 👍 ATB, Steve

[@daltonsband]

can you go through the elevation settings? How user friendly is the access for the common replace parts like the glow plug? Can you advise how the hard fuel lines are holding up and if you have revisited the air filter issues? thank you :)

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, I believe the elevation is changed automatically on this model. Although I didn't test that out. The fuel line is all performing how it should do, with no issues and no problems. I didn't expect any problems as I run all fuel line like this and it always works. The air filter issue was solved by a bit a fiddling about and retro fitting the standard air filter that comes with most heater installation kits. Shouldn't have to do all this as it was a new heater that was sent to me for review! But, all in all, heater now runs perfectly.👍 ATB, Steve

[@haydnroberts781]

If the power adapter doesn't have a standard 13A plug , it looks like the fuse is missing!! - 2:08 Just because they have skipped the basic safety. What else have they done to cut corners? Are you sure it's safe to connect 230V directly to the unit?

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Haydn, The plug was crappy with no fuse, BS 1363 requires the use of a 3-wire grounded and fused plug for all connections to the power mains, so definitely not allow here. I replaced it with a fused one. The burner itself is very good. A tried and tested unit, it's what they have done with the rest of it that was a shambles! Regarding the 230V AC, that was horrific. Definitely not correct to have an IEC socket there, that's why I disconnected it completely. Shame really, as it had so much potential... ATB, Steve

[@oojimmyflip]

The 12volt dc in should also have a 20 amp blade fuse on the loom from the battery, the glow plug will draw about 10amps on start up and shut down on all models 3kw or 5kw heaters there are no 8kw heaters but there is a 10kw heater but it is huge.@@TheWrinklyNomads

[@fitybux4664]

13:30 The reason for this is that some of their 12V transformers have an IEC lead tacked onto it. (At the 12V output.) Someone must have thought: "Hey, these IEC leads and connectors are cheaper than proper 12V ones, we'll just use that instead." (And hope people don't plug 120V/240V there. 😆) Don't think you know stuff until you look inside!!!

[@SteveDudley-z5l]

I think I have the same problem with electric side what steps did you do to sort the socket on the AC side

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Steve, If you have a look back at my video at this point: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJiak3eLh9ObrLM I explain the 230V IEC problem. Then again at: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJiak3eLh9ObrLM you will be able to see the socket removed. The red/black wires that came from the IEC socket inside the box, have been completely removed from the 12V connection inside. Essentially I now only have the 12V connections inside the box and it's nice and safe 👍 ATB, Steve

[@SteveDudley-z5l]

Thank you my heater now works thanks to your great advice

[@tommygood2929]

Hi! Thanks for review. Does it say in manual what minimum pump speed is? I like the 0.8 P-hz from older heaters in my RV 😃

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Tommy, There's no indication as to what Hz settings are, but you can change to the min the advanced settings like most controllers though. ATB, Steve

[@dand5593]

27:00 maybe with the cover on will be more cooler , intake will make a air flow from bottom vents. Maybe :)

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

That’s very true. All boxed in you do get a better air flow in and out👍🏼

[@fitybux4664]

25:15 "The CO2 coming out is 36 ppm", no the CO is reading 36ppm. That's only a CO meter.

[@ToxicVaccines_HivHoax]

Great review! 👏👏 🔥

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Thank you 👍🏼

[@ThisIsJamesL]

2:05 *That is an illegal 240 plug as it is not fused*

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi James, Quite right, I changed it out for a moulded BS 1363 plug and threw the other away!! The burner unit itself was very good, but the rest is a bit of a shambles..!

[@curtwuollet2912]

Maybe that long loop is to install a fuel filter.

[@fitybux4664]

Should a product require modification right after you buy it though? I guess if it's only $100 to $150, it might!

[@curtwuollet2912]

@@fitybux4664 Really though, with the high tap and the low flow, you really shouldn't need a filter with decent fuel unless you're mobile to keep things stirred up.

[@speedfreak8200]

It's a good idea from all the research I've done.I finally bought the Hcalory all in one, but found out it drains my battery in about an hour, so I'll need to run my generator to keep battery charged while using it 😢

[@robertdady7126]

The iac socket was for American market which has the plug attached to the supplied transformer,it should not have been on uk market,please as shown remove iac leads ,bad error from supplier

[@fitybux4664]

2:30 Holy crap, do not put 240V there! 😆 It will ruin your day!!!

[@themowerman]

Good video mate

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Thank you 👍

[@PreparednessVeteran]

Good portable option there - Good review.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Yes, once I sorted it out, it ran faultlessly. Produced some serious heat out as well. Perfect for a small workshop or off grid backup. I think they may have sent me a pre-production model as well..? When it comes out for sale properly I’m sure those faults will be sorted 👍🏼 ATB, Steve

[@PreparednessVeteran]

Can also be modified for batteries to supply the power too?

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

@@PreparednessVeteran I believe it will cutout below 12.8V, so as long as you can provide a constant supply over 13V and at 10amps (for start up/shut down) you’ll be fine.

[@JPLamoureuxsTravels]

Fek me I was going to buy one of these buddy!!! 😮 gonna have a good watch in a mo! 😊

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi JP, Yep, certainly makes you think eh..!!! Loadsa faults straight out of the factory. Mind you, it run bloody nice once I fixed everything and made it safe though. Hope all is well with you n Sammy are well and great to see you out n about in the motorhome as well 👍

[@JPLamoureuxsTravels]

Hi buddy all good here, I’m having one fitted tomorrow lol 😂hope alls great with you bud! X

[@helenmurch5260]

Isn't the transformer support that connection

[@mickgatz214]

That female Chinese voice is the same as the one on those Baofeng Radios. 😂

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

I did not know that.. At least she's polite.....👍

[@fitybux4664]

It's typically just a cheapo chip that has all the voice pre-recorded/pre-burned in. (Not generated dynamically like your phone.) This applies to Baofeng and diesel heaters.

[@kerbsidemotors9249]

Ps those filters crack and leak

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

I've had the same filter on my van now for over 2 years without a problem....?

[@kerbsidemotors9249]

@@TheWrinklyNomads you have been lucky, automotive disposable filters more robust

[@garynicholls72]

Hi Gary from the UK here just wanted to know I went on the description part and could not find the discount code or anything like that, I even want on the transcript still no joy I think it's me could you PLEASE let me know and help me, thanks

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Gary, They never sent me any code! Maybe they weren't too pleased with the review telling the truth! I did re-email to ask them, but no reply.....! ATB, Steve

[@garynicholls72]

@@TheWrinklyNomads thank you for your reply

[@jeffbettenga]

How is the gas tank cap if the tank is full and you are rolling it around, any leaks?

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Jeff, That tank seems to work pretty well. I don’t fill it right up to the top anyway, but when you do move the unit the fuel will go over the filler cap level. So far it has sealed correctly and there’s no leaks. The cap has no breather valve so I also loosen now and then to prevent causing a vacuum inside the tank. So all good…. Hopefully it will stay like that.! ATB, Steve

[@pauls466]

Honest review

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Thank you Paul, Don't think anyone could cover up this shambles!!! ATB, Steve

[@thefoodiechannelcookingfro1822]

Err in the video you clearly highlighted the ac adaptor and as such surely this should have rang alarm bells, as seconds later u mention the so called ICE ac input. At 1:45 and at approx 2:30

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Yes, that's right. They are two different parts..... The AC-AD power brick method is ok and actually works well. Just that crappy plug without a fuse that lets it down! That stand alone IEC socket is a completely different thing and was a major problem though. It would be easy to for someone to plug a kettle lead in and boom.... ATB, Steve

[@TaylorArceneaux-c9d]

have you continued to run it over the passed couple weeks? How is it doing?

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Yes, I have been running it in the mornings for an hour, in my workshop. Just to take the chill off and it’s been performing perfectly. Running really good and smooth. Chucks out a lot of heat as well. So, those repairs I made were certainly worth it!!

[@kerbsidemotors9249]

Great heaters, dreadful execution of rest of it like fuel cap that will leak at angles. Have similar review of the case version modified it so it actually works without being a fire hazard.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Yes, it's such a shame. They have spoiled an otherwise good heater.....

[@fitybux4664]

Would a piece of duct tape over the hole help?

[@petertyckare3432]

Diesel heater in a plastic case??? Buy another model, always use only 12v connection.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi again Peter, Yes plastic. I really does not get that hot. Think about it: you have a plastic fuel line just a few millimetres away from the exhaust ...! The heater unit casing is plastic as well.... It's surrounded by plastic bits. None of which are a problem. 12V or a step down transformer 230V-12V - either work well. What doesn't work is an IEC connector going straight to the 12V side as you saw on my video. That's why I ripped it out. ATB, Steve

[@graemebale248]

Can you use this as a frost heater. Just to keep workshop at say 5 deg C

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Graeme, Yes, absolutely 👍 They are perfect for that kind of thing. Although the unit will not cycle on/off completely, but throttles back to a tickover, giving a low background heat. In fact, I'm using mine to actually heat my workshop, although I have it a bit warmer than 5degC...! ATB, Steve ATB, Steve

[@oojimmyflip]

if you run it on low for 24 hours at a time run it on high every now and then to clean out the ash build up in the brun chamber, particularly if your burning kerosene to save money with a little two stroke oil to lube the pump.@@TheWrinklyNomads

[@VANFLIPPINGTASTIC]

is it an air filter missing ..i thought it was just a sound baffle ..no filter needed just the baffle

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Actually, if you look at the filters that normally come with the kits, they are pretty much straight through..? With no real filtering being done at all... This came with nothing on the air intake pipe at all. Nothing to stop a suicidal beetle from getting sucked up inside ..! I now have a piece of fine (ish) gauze over the open end which seems to do the trick👍 ATB, Steve

[@fitybux4664]

@@TheWrinklyNomads some of these have like a "mini baffle" that might just fit into there. You might be able to find it as a spare.

[@Playerzach93]

Lol your cord had a giant step down box in line.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, And an unfused 230V plug..! Plus, IEC sockets/cables are universally used for AC power only, not a 12V circuit. The fact that there's a step down box also is irrelevant in this case. A potentially, very dangerous and unsafe design.

[@teaker1s]

Looked great, shoddy fuel pipe as always and iec at 12v 😂

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Yes, impressed with the trolley box itself and the heater is good, but the rest......!! 😒

[@sanolivo6867]

People call them Chinese Diesel heaters, But they are in reality Russian diesel heaters. They came out of Russia where they been used for many facades, then a German company made their version of the original Russian heater, finally the Chinese floated the market with their copy of the Russian Diesel heaters.

[@dustinfrost5214]

No there not

[@alienscientist8893]

​@@dustinfrost5214It's they are or they're!!

[@2hotscottpro]

What did manufacturer say about it? 220 to 12v dumb.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, So far, nothing..!!! I did get a message saying they had sent me an older model, for what that's worth? But nothing regarding the faults that I highlighted. So I'm still waiting 🤔 ATB, Steve

[@LockStoppageSandwich]

@@TheWrinklyNomadsHave they come back to you yet re the 220v to 12v ?

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

@@LockStoppageSandwich - nope, nothing? I emailed to ask and no response?

[@conduit68]

There's not enough pressure on the fuel lines to require any clamping....

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Lucius, It’s not so much about the pressure and more about the fuel line moving about and actually leaking. I know from experience that not clamping them and they will leak given time. Those flexible green tubes are extra susceptible to leaking as well. ATB, Steve

[@fitybux4664]

A leak inside a box you almost never open means it might catch on fire some day. And that would ruin your day! (And you'd be cold.)

[@jamesymiff7699]

Diesel filter is back to front

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi James At first glance you’d think that, but it’s actually the correct way around. The flow must go into the bowl section of the filter first, that way any sediment can be clearly seen. So sediment capture first then through the filter matrix. The other way round would result in a clogged filter without seeing any sediment. Hope this helps Steve

[@Dirt-Diggler]

The pins on the fan are for the controller to measure the fan speed i think 🤔 As for the rest of it, we'll to be Frank it's a POS , let's face it yes the actual heater is OK but then they didn't design it, webasto did decades ago, everything they have designed in house is as i say, a POS 🤬 Great vid, a public service broadcast 👍

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, Yes, that makes sense, could easily be used to measure the fan speed 👍 Webasto certainly got there money back during their 25 year exclusive world copyright period. But typically it was always going to be copied, like everything else, by the Chinese, once it ran out..! Hcalory just didn't think this one though it seems.🤔 ATB, Steve

[@Dirt-Diggler]

@TheWrinklyNomads very polite of you 🤔 IMHO no product that controls a combustible liquid and it's actuall combustion should need modifying by the end user to be safe. Poor piping, incorrect pump placement, if the fuel tank is over half full it leaks from the breather in the cap when you stand it up to move it on the wheels and the fuel pools on the bottom tray where the hot exhaust is, if you should plug in a 240v kettle lead the 12v power poles are now live at 240V AC, let's hope mo one touches them or even worse if there's a battery connected when this happens you now have a boiling container of hydrochloric acid producing hydrogen ready to explode, hydrogen explosions are bad enough but add in the possibility of steaming hot acid flying everywhere and what you have there should be titled the numpty killer, not a diesel heater 👌

[@christopherforsyth5284]

After watching Dozens of reviews and installation videos ----- All In One 's are not the best way to go , too many upgrades needed if you aren't going to move it around.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Christopher Yes, this one in was definitely not the way to go with all the faults I found. !!!!!

[@fitybux4664]

You will still need to modify most non-all-in-ones. You just get a nice case with the all in ones. 😆

[@tnxmatze]

in my opinion you should not recommend it. i mean how can you recommend something and in the title say "This Thing Could Of Killed Me..!". its working ok now but the way it comes from factory is outrageous.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, I didn't recommend it... I only recommend the actual heater unit. I've used several of them and as a stand alone unit they are very good, it's what they have tried to do with the rest of it that's a shambles...! Too many faults to recommend the whole thing. ATB, Steve

[@fitybux4664]

What if most of the manufacturers sell them like this? (Green tube, not clamped, no filter, etc.) I'd guess the average consumer better just be doubly careful and inspect inside and reverse engineer the design for safety before operating. 😆

[@biomechanique6874]

Has anyone blown one of these up by plugging into the mains electricity supply?

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Yes, I'd be interested to know that too....

[@TOMLAD0]

yes I have i plugged it into the mains socket and the adapter just started sparking and now the adapter will not work no power coming from it also blew the inlet 20amp fuse inside the heater,if someone can help me find a new adapter and also what battery do I need for remote control as there was no battery inside,thanks for your help with this

[@biomechanique6874]

@@TOMLAD0 send it back for a refund. Hopefully the replacement you choose to buy will have a battery in the remote.

[@TOMLAD0]

@@biomechanique6874 Thanks for the fast response I'm over the 30days that they allow you to send it back as iv had it for 3 months but only just opened it to test as iv been away on business,could you do me a faver and open your remote control and see what battery it takes for me iv had a look but no battery and it looks to me that its not the flat battery as the gap inside battery cover is to high to fit one battery could take 2 of them thanks for your help mu friend

[@troy7124]

Battery is cr 2025 ,3v

[@paulbryant4965]

Not sure you should be assuming these major dangerous faults will be corrected prior to full marketing/sale and encouraging people to buy a piece of kit which could badly hurt you or worse!

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Paul, Never encouraged anyone to buy.... I said that now I've corrected the faults, it runs perfectly and in that condition I would highly recommend it. This was definitely a pre-production model as I now see one or two others on KZbin reviewing them saying they run good and haven't had any of the problems I did.?. Either way, by watching my video they will probably have a good look inside to double check!! ATB, Steve

[@gilbertlarsen2568]

Mine died with it together and dee wouldn't give me. My Money Back

[@hectorbarba6158]

You mean you almost killed yourself. Everyone that doesn't know how to prime the lines ends up with raw diesel leaking out of exhaust and a lot of smoke. You overprimed the system and filled the burn chamber with diesel. That's what you did and everyone else that has a smoke show.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi, No, not quite, the fuel line primed very easily, the excess smoke was solely down to me using my 'home made' air filter being far to dense and not allowing sufficient flow for the air/fuel mixture. When I removed it the force of intake air blew all smokey mixture out form the exhaust..!!! Schoolboy error really...😒

[@ronaldmcghghy8896]

😱😱😱😱

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Yes, bit of a shambles eh.....😱

[@steveeaton3955]

You are so funny , you know nothing loĺ😅

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Thank you Steve Eaton, Your informative comment has been really helpful. The videos you have on your channel are truly worth watching and really show your advanced intelligence. Thank you so much............

[@tomcat3070]

Meets Chinese standards lol

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

haha, yes, that's about right....😱

[@speedfreak8200]

Choinese 😂

[@AscensionProject8]

Haaayyyytch Calory

[@steveullrich1396]

Are you an mechanical or electrical engineer? Anything wouldn't get into the country if it didn't pass certain standards! Perhaps you know more.

[@eddieuk9402]

Stupid comment

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Hi Steve Quite a lot of stuff gets into the UK that’s not to standard. I have a feeling they sent me a pre production model. Either way it needs correcting before it goes on sale here. ATB, Steve p.s: you are quite correct,I am a qualified electro-mechanical maintenance engineer.

[@jaycomako]

I. Saw another video with this heater which had a 240 to 12v brick that plugged in there same as the 12v lugs but with that plug. Perhaps you should do your home work, maybe in the manual maybe you have to buy separate, maybe they forgot to supply it. So sorry I think your video has a flaw.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

@@jaycomako - Hi Jayco, There is a 240-12v brick type power supply that goes to the 12v terminal lugs that comes with the unit. This is fine to use, although not safe as it not fused! But also an IEC lead connection point. This the problem. Within the unit, that 240v power goes directly to the 12v, with no strep down and no change from AC to DC..,!! This is extremely dangerous and not up to any electrical safety standard in the UK. So there’s no flaw in my video. Perhaps you overlooked that part? ATB, Steve

[@dalewaghorn8053]

Thank you Wrinkly nomad for making our lives safer I appreciate your input.

[@Mrbuckaroonie..]

I came on just to give it a thumbs down for the dramatic thumbnail. I refuse to watch people who use bullshit clickbait just to get views. I didn't bother watching.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

haha, but you did bother commenting..? If you had watched you’d probably have learned something. We with never know eh 🤷‍♂️

[@alienscientist8893]

Hats wrong with this review?? Are you insane?

[@fenceup07944931177]

How can you recommend it with all those issues

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Err, I didn’t recommend it at all. Surely you worked that one out? The heater itself is very good. Excellent in fact, it’s all the rest that is a shambles. After I had put it all right and made it electrically safe, then this whole unit ran very well. But I didn’t actually recommend it as it was… ATB, Steve

[@fenceup07944931177]

Yes I'm please that you pointed out all the faults. It's just when you sum up and say "it's a good unit a very good unit I highly recommend it" I would prefer the review to end when you find that it is dangerous and tell everyone not buy it, Let's face it if it wasn't a free unit you would be less likely to start modifying it to make it safe.

[@Graeme758]

@@TheWrinklyNomads So when you said, 'yes, I recommend it' you weren't actually recommending it?

[@nauhteeboy]

In America NO appliance has a fuse in the plug. Thats what the breaker box is for. Idiots in UK cant Engineer electrical systems not to short circuit.

[@TheWrinklyNomads]

Belt and braces mate... Why trip out your whole house, when a fused plug will isolate the appliance straight away.....

[@skippercaship]

How rude tipical Yank know all but knows nothing you can keep your remarks to the USA not UK

[@terrystevens5261]

British plugs and sockets are generally accepted as amoung the safest in the world. usual know all murican pillock.