Eberspächer Airtronic B5 Operating Instructions Manual

Heater Order number

AIRTRONIC B5, 12 volt 20 1859 05 00 00

Heater Order number

AIRTRONIC D5, 12 volt 25 2361 05 00 00
AIRTRONIC D5, 24 volt 25 2362 05 00 00

AIRTRONIC L

Technical description, installation,

operation and maintenance instructions.

Air heater for diesel and petrol

operating independently of the engine.

25 2361 90 97 67

09.2008

Contents

Chapter Title Contents Page

2

Introduction

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

1

Introduction

Product information

Installation

Operation and
function

Electrical system

Faults
Maintenance
Service

Environment

Lists

• Contents .................................................................................................... 2

• Concept of this manual .............................................................................. 3

• Special text structure, presentation and picture symbols ........................... 4

• Important information before starting work ................................................ 4

• Statutory regulations .............................................................................. 5, 6

• Safety instructions for installation and operation ..................................... 7

• Accident prevention .................................................................................. 7

• Scope of supply ..................................................................................... 8, 9

• Technical data .......................................................................................... 10

• Main dimensions ...................................................................................... 11

• Installation and mounting position ........................................................... 12

• Installing the 24 volt heater in a vehicle for the transport of

dangerous goods according to ADR ........................................................ 12

• Installation location .................................................................................. 13

• Possible mounting positions ..................................................................... 14

• Installation and fixing................................................................................ 15

• Nameplate ................................................................................................ 16

• Hot air system .......................................................................................... 17

• Exhaust system ......................................................................................... 18

• Combustion air system .............................................................................. 19

• Fuel supply ...................................................................................... 20 – 24

• Operation instructions / important information for operation .................... 25

• Initial commissioning ................................................................................ 25

• Description of functions ........................................................................... 26

• Control and safety devices / EMERGENCY OFF ..................................... 27

• Heater wiring ........................................................................................... 28

• Parts list for the circuit diagrams / circuit diagrams ....................... 28 – 41

• If any faults occur, please check the following items ............................... 45

• Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 45

• Maintenance instructions ......................................................................... 45

• Service ..................................................................................................... 45

• Certification .............................................................................................. 46

• Disposal .................................................................................................... 46

• EU Declaration of Conformity .................................................................... 46

• List of key words ............................................................................... 47, 48

• List of abbreviations .................................................................................. 48

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Introduction1

Concept of this manual

This manual aims to support the service company
installing the heater and to provide the user with all
important information about the heater.
The manual has been divided into 8 chapters to make
it easier to find the corresponding information quickly.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Introduction

This section contains important introductory
information about installing the heater and about
the structure of the manual.

Product information

Here you will find information about the scope of
supply, the technical data and the dimensions of
the heater.

Installation

Here you will find important information and
instructions referring to installation of the heater.

Operation and function

Here you will find information about the operation
and function of the heater.

Electrical system

Here you will find information about the electronic
system and electronic components of the heater.

Troubleshooting / maintenance / service

Here you will find information about possible
faults, troubleshooting, servicing / maintenance
and the service hotline.

Environment

Here you will find information about certification
and disposal of the heater together with the EU
Declaration of Conformity.

Lists

Here you will find the key word list and
abbreviations list.

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Introduction1

Special text structure, presentation and
picture symbols

This manual uses special text structures and picture
symbols to emphasize different contents.
Please refer to the examples below for the
corresponding meanings and associated actions.

Special structure and presentations

A dot (•) indicates a list which is started by a heading.
If an indented dash (–) follows a dot, this list is
subordinate to the dot.

Picture symbols

Regulation!

This picture symbol with the remark “Regulation“
refers to a statutory regulation.
Failure to comply with this regulation results in expiry of
the type permit for the heater and preclusion of any
guarantee and liability claims on J. Eberspächer GmbH
& Co. KG and its associated companies.

Danger!

This picture symbol with the remark “Danger“ refers
to the risk of fatal danger to life and limb.
Under certain circumstances, failure to comply with
these instructions can result in severe or life-
threatening injuries.

Caution!

This picture symbol with the remark “Caution“ refers
to a dangerous situation for a person and / or the
product.
Failure to comply with these instructions can result in
injuries to people and / or damage to machinery.

These remarks contain recommendations for use and
useful tips for installation of the heater.

Please note!

Important information before starting work

Range of application of the heater

The air heater operating independently of an engine is
intended for installation in the following vehicles:

• All types of motor vehicles and their trailers

• Construction machinery

• Agricultural machinery

• Boats, ships and yachts

• The heater is approved for installation inside vehicle
spaces used by people (max. 9 seats), subject to
compliance with the statutory requirements and
notes given in the contents of these instructions.

• The AIRTRONIC L – D5 (24 volt) heater is approved
for installation in vehicles used for the transport of
dangerous goods according to ADR.

Intended use of the heater

• Pre-heating, de-misting windows

• Heating and keeping the following warm:
– Driver and working cabs
– Freight compartments
– Ship’s cabins
– Passenger and crew compartments

On account of its intended functional use, the heater is
not approved for the following applications:

• Long-term continuous operation, e.g. for heating of:
– Residential rooms
– Garages
– Work huts, weekend homes and hunting lodges
– Houseboats, etc.

• Heating or drying of:
– Living creatures (people or animals) by blowing hot

air directly at them
– Objects
– Blowing hot air into containers

Caution!
Safety instructions for the range of application
and proper, intended use!

• The heater must only be used and operated for the

range of application stated by the manufacturer and
in compliance with the “Operation instructions“
included with every heater.

Please note!

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Introduction1

Statutory regulations

The Federal Road Transport Directorate has issued an
"EC type approval" and an "EMC type approval" for the
heater for installation in motor vehicles and with the
following official type approval marks, noted on the
heater name plate.

AIRTRONIC L EC- e1 00 0105

EMC- e1 03 3971

• Fuel supply

– The fuel intake connection must not be located in

the passenger compartment and must be sealed
with a properly closing lid to prevent any fuel leaks.

– In heaters for liquid fuel where the heater fuel is

separate from the vehicle fuel, the type of fuel and
intake connection must be clearly identified.

– A warning sign is to be fixed to the intake

connection indicating that the heater must be
switched off before refuelling.

• Exhaust system

– The exhaust outlet must be arranged so as to

prevent any penetration of exhaust fumes into the
vehicle interior through the ventilation system,
warm air intakes or open windows.

• Combustion air intake

– The air for the heater’s combustion chamber must

not be sucked in from the vehicle’s passenger
compartment.

– The air intake must be arranged or protected in

such a way that it cannot be blocked by other
objects.

• Hot air intake

– The heater’s air supply must consist of fresh air or

circulated air and must be sucked in from a clean
area, which cannot be contaminated by exhaust
fumes from the engine, the combustion heater or
any other source in the vehicle.

– The intake pipe must be protected by a grid or

other suitable means.

• Hot air outlet

– The hot air pipes within the vehicle must be

arranged or protected in such a way that there is
no risk of injury or damage if they are touched.

– The air outlet must be arranged or protected in

such a way that it cannot be blocked by any
objects.

Regulation!
Installing the heater in a vehicle for the transport of
dangerous goods according to ADR

• The ADR regulations must also be observed for

installation of the heater in vehicles for the transport
of dangerous goods. Detailed information about the
ADR regulations is given in the information leaflet
no. 25 2161 95 15 80 (see also pages 12 and 27).

Regulation!
Extract from the EC Directive 2001 / 56 EC
Annex VII

• Operating status display

– A clearly visible operating display in the user’s field

of vision must indicate when the heater is
switched on and off.

• Arrangement of the heater

– Parts of the structure and other components near

the heater must be protected from excessive heat
exposure and possible fuel or oil contamination.

– The heater must not pose a fire hazard even when

it overheats.
This requirement is deemed to be fulfilled if
adequate clearance is ensured for all parts during
installation, sufficient ventilation is provided and
fireproof materials or heat shields are used.

– The heater must not be mounted in the passenger

compartment of vehicles in class M2 and M3.
However, a heater in a hermetically sealed
enclosure which also complies with the
aforementioned conditions may be used.

– The factory nameplate or duplicate of it must be

affixed so that it can still be easily read when the
heater is installed in the vehicle.

– All appropriate precautions must be taken when

arranging the heater to minimise the rist of injuries
to persons or damage to other property.

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Regulations
Additional regulations for certain vehicles named in
Directive 94 / 55 / EC (ADR Framework Directive)

Scope

This appendix applies to vehicles for which the special
provisions of Directive 94 / 55 / EC apply to
combustion heaters and their installation.

Definition of terms used

For the purposes of this appendix, the vehicle
designations "EX / II", "EX / III", "AT", "FL" and "OX"
according to Chapter 9.1 of Annex B of Directive 94 /
55 / EC are used.

Technical regulations

General provisions (EX / II, EX / III, AT, FL and OX
vehicles)

Avoid heating and ignition

The combustion heaters and their exhaust gas routing
shall be designed, located, protected or covered so
as to prevent any unacceptable risk of heating or
ignition of the load. This requirement shall be
considered as fulfilled if the fuel tank and the exhaust
system of the appliance conform to provisions in

3.1.1.1 and 3.1.1.2. Compliance with these
regulations shall be checked in the complete vehicle.

Fuel tanks

Fuel tanks for supplying the heater shall conform to
the following regulations:

• In the event of any leakage, the fuel shall drain to

the ground without coming into contact with hot
parts of the vehicle or the load;

• fuel tanks containing petrol shall be equipped with

an effective flame trap at the filler opening or with a
closure enabling the opening to be kept
hermetically sealed.

Exhaust system and exhaust pipe layout

The exhaust system as well as the exhaust pipes shall
laid out or protected to avoid any danger to the load
through heating or ignition. Parts of the exhaust
system situated directly below the fuel tank (diesel)
shall have a clearance of at least 100 mm or be
protected by a thermal shield.

Switching on the combustion heater

The combustion heater may only be switched on
manually. Automatic switching on via a programmable
switch is not permitted.

EX / II and EX / III vehicles

Combustion heaters for gaseous fuels are not
permitted.

FL vehicles

Combustion heaters must be able to be taken out of
service/disabled at least by the methods described in
the following:
a) Switching off manually in the driver's cabin
b) Switching off the vehicle's engine; in this case the

heater may be manually switched back on by the
vehicle driver;

c) Starting up of a feed pump installed in the vehicle

for the dangerous goods carried.

Combustion heater after-run
After-running of the switched off combustion heater is
permitted. In the cases named in the "FL vehicles"
paragraph under letters b) and c) the supply of
combustion air must be interrupted by suitable means
after a maximum after-run period of 40 seconds. Only
combustion heaters whose heat exchangers are
verifiably not damaged by the reduced after-run period
of 40 seconds beyond their usual use period may be
used.

• Compliance with the statutory regulations, the
additional regulations and safety instructions is
prerequisite for guarantee and liability claims.
Failure to comply with the statutory regulations and
safety instructions and incorrect repairs even when
using original spare parts make the guarantee null
and void and preclude any liability for
J. Eberspächer GmbH & Co. KG.

• Subsequent installation of this heater must comply
with these installation instructions.

• The statutory regulations are binding and must also
be observed in countries which do not have any
special regulations.

• When the heater is to be installed in vehicles not
subject to the German Ordinance for the Regis­tration of Motor Vehicles (StVZO), for example
ships, the specially valid regulations and
installation instructions for these special
applications must be observed.

• Installation of the heater in special vehicles must
comply with the regulations applying to such
vehicles.

• Other installation requirements are contained in the
corresponding sections of this manual.

Introduction1

Please note!

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Safety instructions for installation and
operation

Danger!

Risk of injury, fire and poisoning!

• The heater must only be started up if the intake and
outflow hoods have been fitted.

• Disconnect the vehicle battery before commencing
any kind of work.

• Before working on the heater, switch the heater off
and let all hot parts cool down.

• The heater must not be operated in closed rooms,
e. g. in the garage or in a multi-story car park.

• Adjustable hot air outlets must always be adjusted
so that they cannot blow hot air directly at living
creatures (people, animals) or object sensitive to
temperature (loose and / or fastened).

Caution!

Safety instructions for installation and operation!

• The year of initial commissioning must be marked on
the nameplate.

• The heat exchanger of air heaters is a component
subject to high thermal loads, which must be
replaced 10 years after the initial commissioning of
the heater.
In addition, the installation date must be entered on
the plate “original spare part“ enclosed with the
heat exchanger. Then affix the plate next to the
nameplate on the heater.

• The heater must only be installed by a JE partner,
authorised by the manufacturer, according to the
instructions in this documentation and any special
installation recommendations. The same applies to
any necessary repairs or in case of guarantee
claims.

• Only the control elements approved by
J. Eberspächer GmbH & Co. KG must be used to
operate the heater.
Use of other control elements can cause
malfunctions.

• Repairs by non-authorised third-parties or with not
original spare parts are dangerous and therefore not
allowed. They result in expiry of the type permit of
the heater; consequently, when installed in motor
vehicles they can cause expiry of the vehicle
operating licence.

Introduction1

• The following measures are not allowed:
– Changes to components relevant to the heater.
– Use of third-party components not approved by

Eberspächer.

– Departures from the statutory regulations, safety

instructions and / or functional specifications given
in these documents with regard to installation or
operation. This applies in particular to the
electrical wiring, fuel supply, combustion air
system and exhaust system.

• Only original accessories and spare parts may be
used for installation or repairs.

• When carrying out electric welding on the vehicle,
the plus pole cable at the battery should be
disconnected and placed at ground to protect the
controller.

• The heater must not be operated where there is a
risk of an accumulation of flammable vapours or
dust, for example close to
– fuel depot
– coal depot
– wood depot
– grain depots etc.

• The heater must be switched off when refuelling.

• If the heater is fitted in a safety casing, etc., the
heater’s installation box must not be used as
storage space and must be kept clear.
In particular, fuel canisters, oil cans, spray cans, gas
cartridges, fire extinguishers, cleaning rags, items of
clothing, paper, etc. must not be stored or
transported on or next to the heater.

• Defective fuses must only be replaced by fuses with
the prescribed fuse value.

• If fuel escapes from the heater’s fuel system (leak),
arrange for immediate repair of the damage by a
JE service partner.

• The after-running of the heater must not be
prematurely interrupted e.g. by pressing the battery
disconnector switch, except for an emergency stop.

Accident prevention

General accident prevention regulations and the
corresponding workshop and operating safety
instructions are to be observed.

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Product information2

Scope of supply for AIRTRONIC L – B5

Quantity / Designation Order no.

1 AIRTRONIC L – B5, 12 V 20 1859 05 00 00

To be ordered separately:
1 Universal installation kit 25 2361 80 00 00
1 Control element* –

Scope of supply for AIRTRONIC L – D5

Quantity / Designation Order no.

1 AIRTRONIC L – D5, 12 V 25 2361 05 00 00
1 AIRTRONIC L – D5, 24 V 25 2362 05 00 00

To be ordered separately:
1 Universal installation kit 25 2361 80 00 00
1 Control element* –

* Control elements see price list / accessories

catalogue.

Parts list for the picture “Scope of supply“ on
page 9

Scope of supply for heater

No. in figure Designation

1 Heater
2 Dosing pump

Scope of supply for universal installation kit

No. in figure Designation

3 Grid, Ø 90 mm
4 Outflow
5 Hose clip, Ø 90 mm – 110 mm (2x)
6 Flexible pipe, Ø 90 mm
7 Support (3x)
8 Pipe clip, Ø 50 mm
9 Intake silencer
10 Flexible exhaust pipe, Ø 24 mm
11 Cable tape 200 (2x 10 pcs)
12 Fuel pipe, 4 x 1.25, 7.5 m long
13 Fuse-switch
14 Plus cable, 1

2

rt
15 Plus cable, 42 rt
16 Wiring harness
17 Bracket dosing pump
18 Fuel pipe, 6 x 2, 1.5 m long
19 Hose connector 8 / 6 / 8
20 Hose connector 10 / 6 / 10

Please note!

• Parts without a figure no. are small parts and packed

in a bag.

• Please consult the additional parts catalogue if any

other parts are required for installation.

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Product information2

Scope of supply

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Product information2

Technical data

Caution!

Safety instructions for technical data!

Failure to comply with the technical data can
result in malfunctions.

Heatertype

Heater

Version

Heating medium

Control of the heat flow

Heat flow (watt)

Heater air flow rate without counterpressure (kg/h)

Heater code

Fuel consumption (l/h)

Elec. power consumption (watt)

in operation

while starting

Rated voltage (volt)

Operating range

Lower voltage limit:
An undervoltage protector installed in the
control box switches off the heater when the
voltage limit is reached.

Upper voltage limit:
An overvoltage protector installed in the
control box switches off the heater when the
voltage limit is reached.

Fuel

“Fuel quality“ and “fuel at low temperatures“
see operating instructions page 24.

Permissible ambient temperature

Operation

Storage

Maximum air intake temperature

Interference suppression

Weight

Ventilation mode

AIRTRONIC L

AIRTRONIC B5 AIRTRONIC D5

B5 D5

Air Air

Stage Stage

Power High Medium Low Power High Medium Low

5500 4800 2700 2000 5500 4800 2700 1600

280 275 180 125 280 275 190 155

10 10

0.75 0.65 0.37 0.27 0.66 0.58 0.34 0.20

85 80 30 15 85 80 35 25

< 250 < 250

12 12 / 24

ca. 10.5 volt resp. ca. 21 volt

Undervoltage protection response time: 20 seconds

ca. 16 volt resp. ca. 32 volt

Overvoltage protection response time: 20 seconds

Petrol – standard Diesel fuel – standard

commercial quality commercial quality

(DIN EN 51600 / DIN EN 228) (DIN EN 590)

Heater Controller Dosing Heater Controller Dosing

pump pump

–40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to

+50 °C +75 °C +20 °C +70 °C +75 °C +50 °C

–40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to –40 °C to

+85 °C +85 °C +85 °C +85 °C +85 °C +85 °C

+40 °C

Suppression class 5 to DIN 55025

ca. 9.3 kg

possible

Provided no limit values are given, the technical data
listed is subject to the tolerances usually applicable
to heaters of ±10% for nominal voltage, ambient
temperature 20 °C and reference altitude Esslingen.

Please note!

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Main dimensions

1 Minimum installation space (clearance) required for

hot air intake and for dismantling the intake hood.

2 Minimum installation space (clearance) required for

dismantling the glow plugs and controller.

3 Wiring harness connection, right or left-hand

possible (see “Wiring harness connection, right or
left-hand“).

A = Exhaust
B = Fuel
V = Combustion air

Cable harness connection, right or
left-hand

If necessary, the cable harness can be changed over
to the opposite side of the heater. The controller can
be removed after the intake hood has been
dismantled.
Unclip the semi-circular cable harness cover on the
controller and relay the cable harness. Then fit the
semi-circular cable harness cover back onto the
controller. Install the controller.
Push the grommet of the cable harness and the
dummy grommet in the corresponding holes of the
upper sleeve casing. Refit the intake hood.

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Installation and mounting position

The heater is suitable and approved for installation in
vehicle interiors used by people.
Installation in the driver’s cab or passenger
compartments of coaches or buses with more than
9 seats is not allowed.

When installing in compartments used by persons, the
exhaust, combustion air and fuel pipes in these areas
must not have any detachable connections and must
be laid splash-proof in the penetrations.
For this reason, the heater can be fitted onto the
vehicle floor or an outer panel of the vehicle using the
flange seal in the heater’s base.

The electronic control is integrated in the heater, which
makes wiring during installation much easier.

• When installing the heater, always make sure there is
sufficient clearance left for intake of the heater air and
for dismantling the glow plug and controller.

• Observe the regulations and safety instructions for
this chapter, given on pages 4 – 7.

Please note!

Installing the 24 V heater in a vehicle for
the transport of dangerous goods
according to ADR

The heater can be installed in vehicles used for the
transport of dangerous goods according to
ADR.

If installed with the appropriate electrical wiring, the
heater fulfills the ADR regulations, see circuit
diagrams at the end of this manual.

Detailed information about the ADR regulations is
given in the leaflet no. 25 2161 95 15 80.

For installation of the heater in vehicles for the
transport of dangerous goods, the regulations of
ADR must also be observed.

Please note!

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Installation location

Installation location in a delivery truck or van

In a delivery truck or van, the heater should preferably
be installed in the vehicle interior or cargo area.
If it is not possible to install the heater in the vehicle
interior or cargo area, the heater can also be fitted
under the vehicle floor.

Installation location in a trailer

In a trailer, the heater is preferably installed in a box in
the upper part of the end panel of the trailer.
In this case, for recirculation mode, select hot air intake
in the lower part of the trailer and hot air outflow in the
lower area.

1 Heater in the vehicle interior or cargo area
2 Heater fitted under the vehicle floor

1 Heater
2 Battery
3 Flexible pipe for hot air
4 Outlet for hot air
5 Additional fuel tank
6 Exhaust pipe
7 Combustion air hose
8 Fuel dosing pump

• The positions suggested in the installation
instructions are examples.
Other mounting positions are possible, as long as
they correspond to the installation requirements
stated in these instructions.

• Other installation information (e. g. for boats and
ships) is available from the manufacturer on request.

• Observe the permissible mounting positions as well
as the operating and storage temperatures.

Please note!

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Permitted mounting positions

The heater should preferably be installed in the
standard position as shown in the drawing.
Depending on the installation conditions, the heater
can be tilted by max. 30° (flow direction downwards!)
or turned by max. 90° around its own longitudinal axis
(exhaust connection horizontal, glow plug points
upwards!), as shown in the drawing.

In heating mode, the standard or maximum installation
positions shown can differ by up to +15° in all
directions, due to tilted vehicle or boat positions,
without impairing the heater’s function.

Normal horizontal position (exhaust connection
facing downwards) with permissible swivel ranges

1 Hot air intake opening (fan wheel)
2 Direction of flow
3 Position of the glow plug

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1

1

1

1

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Installation and fixing

Make the through-holes for exhaust, combustion air
and fuel as shown in the drilling hole pattern.

The support surface for the heater base must be flat.
The Ø 10.5 mm hole for the “dosing pump“ cables is
not included in the drilling hole pattern and must be
drilled depending on the installation.

If the sheet metal of the support surface is thinner than

1.5 mm, an additional reinforcing plate will have to be
fitted.

Order no: reinforcing plate 25 1729 89 00 03

Drilling hole pattern

Fixing the heater to the vehicle floor Fixing the heater horizontally to the vehicle wall

(panel)

1 There must be sufficient clearance between the

heater and the vehicle floor – in addition, check

that the fan wheel runs freely.
2 The mounting surface must be flat and smooth.
3 The flange seal must be fitted.

4 The vehicle wall must be flat and smooth.
5 Spring washer
6 4 x M8 hexagonal nut (tightening torque 11

+1

Nm)

7 Reinforcing plate (if needed, Order no.

25 1729 89 00 03)

1 Contour of the bearing surface.

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Nameplate

The nameplate is fixed onto the upper jacket shell. A
2nd nameplate (duplicate) is available as an additional
part.

• Observe the regulations and safety instructions for
this chapter given on page 5.

• For further information about the 2nd nameplate
(duplicate) see the additional parts catalogue.

Please note!

1 Original nameplate

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Hot air system

The universal installation kit includes a 0.5 m long
flexible pipe, an outlet, three supports with cable tapes
and a safety grid for the hot air system.
For further ducting parts, please refer to the additional
parts catalogue.

Danger!

Risk of burning and injuries!

• The hot air system hoses and the hot air outlet are to
be laid and fastened in such a way that they do not
pose a risk to people, animals or materials sensitive
to temperature due to radiation / contact or direct
blowing.
If necessary, a cover is to be fitted over the hot air
ducting and / or the hot air outlet.

• The outflow hood must be fitted on the hot air
outflow side.

• If no air hoses are fitted, a safety grid must be fitted
to the hot air intake side and outflow side, to prevent
injuries from the heater fan or burns from the heat
exchanger.

• High temperatures occur in the hot air system while
the heater is running and immediately afterwards.
This is why it is important to avoid working in the
vicinity of the hot air system while the heater is
running. In such cases, switch off the heater
beforehand and wait until all parts have completely
cooled down.
If necessary, wear safety gloves.

• Comply with the regulations and safety instructions
for this chapter given on page 4 – 7.

• When connecting parts which conduct air, observe
the heater code number given in the technical data
(page 10).

Please note!

Caution!

Safety instructions!

• The hot air intake openings must be positioned in
such a way that, under normal circumstances, it is
not possible for exhaust from the vehicle engine and
heater to be sucked into the system, or for the hot air
to be contaminated with dust, salt spray, etc.

• For circulating air mode, position the circulating air
intake in such a way that the outflowing hot air
cannot be directly sucked in again.

• In the event of overheating, it is possible for local lot
air temperatures of up to max. 150 °C or surface
temperatures of up to max. 90 °C to occur
immediately before the safety lock-out.
Therefore only temperature-resistant hot air hoses
approved by us must be used for the hot air system!

• When checking the functions, the mean discharge
temperature measured approx. 30 cm from the outlet
after the heater has been running for about
10 minutes should not exceed 110 °C (with an intake
temperature of approx. 20 °C).

• If there is a risk of the driver and passengers
touching the heater during normal vehicle operation,
a touch guard must be fitted.

Hot air system (example)

1 Connectors with safety grid
2 Hose clip
3 Flexible pipe

4 Safety grid
5 Outlet

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Exhaust system

(For exhaust system diagram see page 19)

Installing the exhaust system

The universal installation kit includes a flexible exhaust
pipe, inner Ø 24 mm, 1300 mm long. The flexible
exhaust pipe can be shortened to 20 cm or lengthened
to max. 2 m, depending on the installation conditions.
In addition, an exhaust silencer can be inserted in the
exhaust pipe system. In this case, fix the exhaust
silencer to the vehicle in a suitable position. Lay the
flexible exhaust pipe from the heater to the exhaust
silencer and fasten with a pipe clip.
Connect an exhaust end pipe with an end sleeve to the
exhaust silencer and fix with a pipe clip.

Caution!

Safety instructions!

The whole exhaust system gets very hot while the
heater is running and immediately afterwards.
This is why the exhaust system must be laid according
to these installation instructions

• The exhaust outlet must end in the open air.

• The exhaust pipe must not protrude beyond the
lateral limits of the vehicle.

• Install the exhaust pipe sloping slightly downwards. If
necessary, make a drain hole with an approx. Ø of
5 mm at the lowest point as a condensation outlet.

• Important functional parts of the vehicle must not be
impaired (keep sufficient clearance).

• Install the exhaust pipe with sufficient clearance from
heat-sensitive components. Pay particular attention
to fuel pipes (made of plastic or metal), electrical
cables and brake hoses, etc.!

• Exhaust pipes must be safely fixed (recommended
clearance of 50 cm) to avoid damage from vibrations.

• Lay the exhaust system so that the outflowing
exhaust gases are not sucked in as combustion air.

• The mouth of the exhaust pipe must not become
clogged with dirt and snow.

• The mouth of the exhaust pipe must not point in the
direction of travel.

• Always fix the exhaust silencer to the vehicle.

Danger!

Risk of injuries and burns!

Every type of combustion produces high temperatures
and toxic exhaust fumes. This is why the exhaust
system must always be laid according to these
installation instructions.

• Do not perform any work on the exhaust system
while the heater is working.

• Before working on the exhaust system, switch off the
heater first and wait until all the parts have
completely cooled down, wear safety gloves if
necessary.

• Do not inhale exhaust fumes.

• Comply with the regulations and safety instructions
for this chapter given on page 4 – 7.

• The exhaust end pipe should be much shorter than
the flexible exhaust pipe from the heater to the
exhaust silencer.

Please note!

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Combustion air system

Installing the combustion air system

The universal installation kit includes a combustion air
silencer, which must be fitted.
If necessary, the combustion air system can be
lengthened up to max. 2 m using a connector and a
flexible combustion air hose, internal Ø 25 mm (please
refer to the additional parts catalogue for the order
no.).

Fix the combustion air silencer to the heater using a
pipe clip and use a hose clip to fix at a suitable point.

• The combustion air silencer must always be installed.

• Comply with the regulations and safety instructions
for this chapter given on page 4 – 7.

Please note!

Caution!

Safety instructions for the combustion air system!

• The combustion air opening must be free at all times.

• Lay the combustion air intake to ensure that exhaust
fumes cannot be sucked in as combustion air.

• Do not point the combustion air intake against the
vehicle’s airstream.

• The combustion air intake must not become clogged
with dirt and snow.

• Install the combustion air system sloping slightly
downwards. If necessary, make a drain hole approx.
Ø 5 mm at the lowest point as a condensation outlet.

1 Combustion air silencer
2 Connection pipe, optional
3 Combustion air silencer, optional
4 Flexible exhaust pipe, di = 24 mm
5 Exhaust silencer, optional
6 Exhaust end pipe with end sleeve
7 Hose clip
8 Combustion air pipe connection
9 Exhaust connection

max. 2 m

min. 0.2 m

max. 2 m

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Fuel supply

Installing the dosing pump, laying the fuel pipes
and installing the fuel tank

The following safety instructions must always be
observed when installing the dosing pump, laying the
fuel pipes and installing the fuel tank.
Deviations from the instructions stated here are not
allowed.
Failure to comply can result in malfunctions.

Danger!

Risk of fire, explosion, poisoning and injuries!

Caution when handling fuel.

• Switch off the vehicle engine and the heater before
refuelling and before working on the fuel supply.

• Avoid naked flames when handling fuel.

• Do not smoke.

• Do not inhale fuel vapours.

• Avoid any contact with the skin.

Caution!

Safety instructions for laying the fuel pipes!

• Only use a sharp knife to trim the fuel hoses and
pipes.
Interfaces must not be crushed and must be free of
burrs.

• The fuel pipe from the dosing pump to the heater
should be laid with a continuous rise.

• Fuel pipes must be securely fixed to avoid any
damage and / or noise due to vibrations
(recommended guideline value: at spacings of
approx. 50 cm).

• Fuel pipes must be protected against mechanical
damage.

• Lay the fuel pipes so that any distortion or shaking of
the vehicle, engine movements, etc. do not have a
disadvantageous effect on the service life.

• Parts carrying fuel must be protected from disruptive
heat.

• Never lay or fix the fuel pipes immediately next to the
heater’s exhaust system pipes or along the vehicle’s
exhaust system.
If the systems cross, always ensure there is sufficient
heat clearance. If necessary, install heat radiation
guards.

• Dripping or evaporating fuel must never be allowed
to collect on hot parts or ignite on electric
equipment.

• When connecting fuel pipes with a fuel hose, always
install the fuel pipes with a butt joint to prevent any
bubbles from forming.

1 Correct connection
2 Pipe laid incorrectly – bubbles form

Caution!
Safety instructions for fuel pipes and fuel tanks in
buses and coaches!

• In buses and coaches, fuel pipes and fuel tanks must

not be routed through the passenger compartment
or driver’s cab.

• Fuel tanks in buses and coaches must be positioned

in such a way that the exits are not in immediate
danger if a fire occurs.

Comply with the regulations and safety instructions for
this chapter given on page 4 – 7.

Please note!

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Fuel supply

Fuel extraction using a T-piece from the fuel flow line, from the
tank fitting to the vehicle engine

1 Fuel flow line from the tank connection
2 Fuel return line from the tank connection
3 Dosing pump
4 T-piece
5 Fuel filter – only needed for contaminated fuel.
6 Fuel hose, 5 x 3 (di = Ø 5 mm)
7 Fuel pipe, 6 x 2 (di = Ø 2 mm)
8 Fuel pipe, 4 x 1.25 (di = Ø 1.5 mm)
9 Fuel hose, 5 x 3 (di = Ø 5 mm), ca. 50 mm long
10 Fuel hose, 3.5 x 3 (di = Ø 3.5 mm), ca. 50 mm

long

11 To the engine, mechanical fuel or injection pump.

Permissible pipe lengths

Intake side Pressure side

a = max. 2 m b = max. 4 m for petrol

b = max. 6 m for diesel

• Insert the T-piece (4) in the fuel flow line upstream of
the feed pump.

• Item (5) is not included in the scope of supply
“installation kit“. The order no. is given in the
additional parts catalogue.

Please note!

Installation position of the T-piece

Install any T-piece in the same installation positions
shown in the diagram.

1 Direction of flow – from the fuel tank
2 Direction of flow – to the vehicle engine

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Fuel supply

Fuel extraction for petrol injection engines and
diesel engines

1 Tank connection for metal tank – di = Ø 2 mm,

da = Ø 6 mm

2 Tank connection for tank fitting – di = Ø 2 mm,

da = Ø 4 mm
3 Dosing pump
4 Fuel filter – only required for contaminated fuel.
5 Fuel hose, 5 x 3 (di = Ø 5 mm)
6 Fuel pipe, 6 x 2 (di = Ø 2 mm)
7 Fuel pipe, 4 x 1 (di = Ø 2 mm)
8 Fuel hose, 3.5 x 3 (di = Ø 3.5 mm), ca. 50 mm

long
9 Fuel hose, 5 x 3 (di = Ø 5 mm), ca. 50 mm long
10 Fuel pipe, 4 x 1.25 (di = Ø 1.5 mm)
11 Pipe connectors, da = Ø 4 mm

Permissible pipe lengths

Intake side Pressure side

a = max. 2 m b = max. 4 m for petrol

b = max. 6 m for diesel

• Items (2), (7) and (11) are included in the “tank
connection“ kit.

• When installing tank connection maintain a
minimum distance of 50 ± 2 mm from the end of the
riser pipe and the bottom of the tank.

Please note!

Caution!

Safety instructions for the fuel supply!

• The fuel must not be discharged by means of gravity
or overpressure in the fuel container.

• It is not permitted to extract fuel downstream of the
vehicle’s own fuel pump.

• If the pressure in the fuel pipe is more than 0.2 bar up
to max. 4.0 bar, use a pressure reducer (order no.
22 1000 20 08 00) or a separate tank connection.

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• If the pressure in the fuel pipe is over 4.0 bar or if
there is a non-return valve in the return pipe (in the
tank), a separate tank connection must be used.

• If using a T-piece in a plastic pipe, always insert
support sleeves in the plastic pipe.
Connect the T-piece and the plastic pipe with the
relevant fuel hoses and secure with hose clips.

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Fuel supply

Mounting position of the dosing pump

Always install the dosing pump with the delivery side
rising upwards.
Any mounting position over 15° is allowed, although a
mounting position between 15° and 35° is preferable.

1 Mounting position between 0° – 15° is not

allowed.

2 Preferred mounting position within the range

15° – 35°.

3 Mounting position within the range 35° – 90° is

allowed.

Permissible suction and delivery head of the
dosing pump

Delivery head from vehicle tank to dosing pump:
a = max. 3000 mm

Suction head in pressure-less vehicle tank:
b = max. 500 mm for petrol
b = max. 1000 mm for diesel

Suction head in a vehicle tank in which negative
pressure occurs during extraction (valve with 0.03 bar
in the tank cap):
b = max. 150 mm for petrol
b = max. 400 mm for diesel

Delivery head from the dosing pump to the heater:
c = Max. 2000 mm

Check the fuel tank vent line.

1 Connection at the heater
2 Max. fuel level
3 Min. fuel level

Please note!

Caution!

Safety instructions for installing the dosing pump!

• Always install the dosing pump with the delivery side
rising upwards – minimum slope 15°.

• Protect the dosing pump and filter from
impermissible heating, do not install near to silencers
and exhaust pipes.

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Fuel supply

Fuel quality for petrol heaters

The heater runs problem-free on standard commercial
quality fuel in accordance with DIN EN 51600 / DIN
EN 228, which you use to run your vehicle engine.

Fuel quality for diesel heaters

• The heater runs problem-free on standard
commercial quality fuel in accordance with DIN EN
590, which you use to run your vehicle engine.

• Fuel for special cases
In special cases the heater can also be run on
heating oil (above 0 °C) or kerosene / paraffin oil.

• Fuel for low temperatures
Refineries and petrol stations automatically adjust
fuel to normal winter temperatures (winter diesel).
Therefore, difficulties can only occur if there are
extreme drops in temperature, the same as applies
to the vehicle engine. Please also refer to the
vehicle manual.

• If the heater is run from a separate tank, please
comply with the following rules:
At temperatures above 0 °C, any kind of diesel fuel
to DIN EN 590 can be used.

• If no special diesel fuel is available for low
temperatures, then paraffin oil / kerosene or petrol
should be mixed with the fuel according to the
following table:

Temperature Winter diesel Admixture

-2 0 °C to –25 °C 100 % –– –

–25 °C to –40 °C 150 %* 50 % paraffin oil /

kerosene or petrol

* or 100 % special cold diesel fuel (Arctic diesel)

• It is not permitted to add used oil!

• After refuelling with winter or cold diesel or the listed
blends, the fuel pipes and the dosing pump must be
filled with the new fuel by letting the heater run for
15 minutes!

Operation with biodiesel (FAME)

The heater is approved for operation with biodiesel
to DIN EN 14 214 (the flowability reduces at
temperatures below 0 °C).

Please note!

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Operating instructions

The heater is operated by a control element.
Detailed operating instructions are enclosed with the
control unit.

The workshop / garage installing the heater will issue
you with the operating instructions.

Important instructions for operation

Safety checks before the start

After a lengthy period of non-use (summer months)
check that all parts fit securely (tighten screws where
necessary)..
Carry out a visual check of the fuel system for leaks.

Heating at high altitudes

When using the heater at high altitudes, please note:

• Heating at altitudes up to 1500 m:
– Unlimited heating possible.

• Heating at altitudes over 1500 mm:
– Heating is possible for short periods at this

altitude (e.g. driving over a mountain pass or
taking a break in a journey).

– in the event of a lengthy stay, e.g. winter

camping, it is necessary to adjust the fuel supply
to the altitude, please contact a JE partner for
further information.

Installation of an altitude kit
(Order No. 22 1000 33 22 00) enables operation of
diesel heaters at altitudes above 1500 m, even for a
lengthy stay.

Please note!

Initial commissioning

The following points are to be checked by the company
installing the heater during initial commissioning.

• After installing the heater, the whole fuel supply
system must be carefully vented: please refer to and
follow the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions.

• During the heater trial run, all fuel connections must
be checked for leaks and secure, tight fit.

• If faults occur while the heater is running, use a
diagnostics device to determine and correct the
cause of the fault.

Please note!

Please note!

During the initial start-up of the heater, odours can be
produced for a short time. This is fully normal during
the first few minutes of operation and does not
indicate a malfunction in the heater.

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Description of functions

Switching on / starting the heater

When the heater is switched on, the control lamp in
the control unit lights up.
The fan starts up in the fan stage "LOW". The glow
plug starts with a 3 second delay. After approx.
45 seconds the fuel supply starts and the fuel / air
mixture in the combustion chamber ignites.
The fan switches from fan stage "LOW" to fan stage
"MEDIUM". The glow plug is switched off after
165 seconds, when a stable flame has formed.
The fan switches from fan stage "MEDIUM" to fan
stage "HIGH".
In order to quickly reach the heater’s operating
temperature, the heater is run at a higher heating
output of 5.5 kW ("POWER" control stage). If the
heater’s operating temperature has been reached,
the heating output is reduced to 4.8 kW ("HIGH"
control stage). The length of time for which the heater
is run with an increased heating output depends on
the ambient temperature.

Control in heating mode

If the intake or ambient temperature set at the control
device (10 °C up to 30 °C) has been reached, the
heater switches to the “LOW“ control level and then
continues to run with a low fan motor speed.

If the heat flow at the “LOW“ control level of 1.2 kW
or 2.0 kW is insufficient, the heater switches to the
“MEDIUM“ control level. The fan continues to run at a
low speed. In most cases the “LOW – MEDIUM –
LOW“ control at a low speed will cover the heating
requirements.

If the heat flow at the “MEDIUM“ control level is
insufficient, the heater switches back to the “HIGH“
control level. This in turn requires the full fan motor
speed.
If, in special cases, even less heat flow is required than
supplied by the heater at the “LOW“ control level, the
heater switches to “OFF“.

The fan then continues to run for approx. 4 – 5 minutes
and, only in recirculation mode, constantly ventilates
until it is restarted. The restart takes place at the
“MEDIUM“ control level at a low fan motor speed.

Ventilation mode

If the heater is set to “Ventilation“ at the control
element, the fan runs at maximum speed.

Switching off

When the heater is switched off, the control lamp goes
out and the fuel delivery is switched off.
The fan continues to run for approx. 4 – 5 minutes to
cool down.

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Control and safety devices

• If the heater does not ignite within 90 seconds after
the fuel pump is started, the start is repeated. If the
heater still does not ignite after another 90 seconds
of pumping fuel, a safety lock-out occurs, i. e. the
fuel supply is off and the fan continues to run for
approx. 4 minutes. After an impermissible number
of failed start attempts, the controller is locked.*

• If the flame goes off by itself during operation, the
heater is first restarted. If the heater still does not
ignite within 90 seconds after the fuel pump has
been restarted, or ignites and but goes off again
within 15 minutes, a safety lock-out occurs, i. e.
the fuel supply is off and the fan continues to run
for approx. 4 minutes. The safety lock-out can be
cancelled by briefly switching off and on again.
Do not repeat the switching off / on routine more
than twice.

• In the case of overheating, the combined sensor
(flame sensor / overheating sensor) responds, the
fuel delivery is interrupted and a safety lock-out
occurs. Once the cause of the overheating has been
eliminated, the heater can be restarted by switching it
off and on again. After an impermissible number of
failed start attempts, the controller is locked.*

• If the lower or upper voltage limit is reached, a safety
lock-out occurs after 20 seconds.

• The heater will not start if the glow plug or fan motor
is defective or if the electric lead to the dosing pump
is interrupted.

• If the combined sensor (flame sensor / overheating
sensor) is defective or the electric lead interrupted,
the heater starts up and the safety lock-out does not
occur until during the start phase.

• The speed of the fan’s motor is continuously
monitored. If the fan motor does not start up or if the
speed deviates by more than 10 %, a safety lock­out occurs after 30 secs.

• When the heater is switched off, the glow plug is
switched on for 40 seconds (after glowing) while the
fan continues to run in order to clean off any
combustion residues.

* The lock can be cancelled and the faults read off:

• using the module timer / EasyStart T

• using the radio remote control TP5 / EasyStart R+ /

EasyStart R.

For other controls:

• by connecting the diagnosis unit

• using the customer service program KD2000 /

EDiTH.
For operation and fault list, please refer to the enclosed
operating instructions or the troubleshooting and repair
instructions for the heater.

Do not repeat the switching off / on routine more than
twice.

Forced shut-down during ADR / ADR99 operation

In vehicles for the transport of dangerous goods (e. g.
tankers), the heater must be switched off before the
truck drives into a danger area (refinery, petrol
station, etc.).
Failure to comply results in the heater automatically
switching off if:

• The vehicle engine is switched off.

• An additional unit is started up (e. g. auxiliary drive

for unloading pump, etc.).

• A vehicle door is opened (ADR99 regulation, only in

France).

The fan then continues to run briefly, for max. 40 seconds.

Please note!

Emergency shutdown – EMERGENCY OFF

If an emergency shutdown – EMERGENCY OFF – is
necessary during operation, proceed as follows:

• Switch the heater off at the control or

• remove the fuse or

• disconnect the heater from the battery.

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Heater wiring

Caution!

Safety instructions for wiring the heater!

The heater is to be connected up electrically according
to the EMC Directive.
Improper tampering with the heater can affect the
EMC. For this reason, comply with the following
instructions:

• Ensure that the insulation of electrical cables is not
damaged.
Avoid:
Chafing, kinking, jamming or exposure to heat.

• Seal any connection chambers of waterproof
connectors not in use with filler plugs to ensure they
are dirt-proof and waterproof.

• Electrical connectors and earth connections must be
free of corrosion and securely connected.

• Lubricate connectors and ground connections
outside the heater interior with contact protection
grease.

Comply with the following when wiring the heater and
the control element:

• Electrical leads, switch and control gear must be
positioned in the vehicle so that they can function
perfectly under normal operating conditions without
impairment (e. g. due to heat exposure, moisture,
etc.)

• The following cable cross-sections are to be used
between the battery and heater. This ensures that the
max. permissible voltage loss in the cables does not
exceed 0.5 V for 12 V or 1 V for 24 V rated voltage.

Cable cross-sections for a cable length
(plus cable + minus cable) of:
– up to 5 m = cable cross-section 4 mm

2

– from 5 m up to 8 m = cable cross-section 6 mm

2

• If the plus cable is to be connected to the fuse box
(e. g. terminal 30), the vehicle’s cable from the
battery to the fuse box must also be included in the
calculation for the total cable length and re­dimensioned if necessary.

• Insulate unused cable ends.

Please note!

Parts list for the circuit diagrams

Parts list for the AIRTRONIC L circuit diagrams

1.1 Burner engine

1.2 Glow plug

1.5 Overheating and flame sensor

2.1 Controller

2.2 Dosing pump

2.7 Main fuse
12 volt = 25 A
24 volt = 20 A

2.7.1 Fuse, actuation (5 A)

5.1 Battery

5.2.1 Battery operating switch
(Operation, e. g. controlled by the ignition lock) d)

5.2.2 Battery disconnector
(EMERGENCY OFF function for ADR) d)

5.3 Auxiliary drive (HA+)

5.3.1 Auxiliary drive switch

5.5 Generator terminal (D+)

a) Connection of the control elements and ambient

temperature sensor according to the circuit
diagrams for the “control elements“.

• ge Switch-on signal (– S+)

• brws Reference signal sensor

• grrt Temperature (setpoint)

• blws Diagnosis

• br Power supply, minus (terminal 31)

• wsrt Switch off burglar alarm (ADR –

feedback for timer)

• gr Temperature (actual value)

• rt Power supply, plus (terminal 30)

b) Option

• Fresh air fan

• Vehicle fan control

c) ADR dangerous goods transporter in the utility

vehicle range (e.g. tanker)

d) If only one switching element is used for item

5.2.1 and 5.2.2 it must be ensured that on
when the “open the battery disconnector“
function is actuated (EMERGENCY OFF
function for ADR, etc.), the switch always
breaks contact immediately (regardless of the
heater status) and all the heater circuits are
disconnected from the battery.

• Insulate unused cable ends.

• Connectors and bush housings are shown from the

cable entry side.

Please note!

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Parts list for the circuit diagrams

Parts list for the circuit diagrams for the control
elements

2.15.1 Temperature sensor (room temperature)

2.15.9 Temperature sensor (outside temperature)

3.1.9 “Heating / ventilation“ selector switch

3.1.16 Radio remote control button

3.1.17 AIRTRONIC mini controller

3.1.18 CALLTRONIC button

3.2.8 Module timer (ADR – potentiometer)

3.2.12 Timer, mini – 12 / 24 volt

3.2.14 Lighting, mini timer – 12 volt only

3.3.6 Radio remote control stationary part TP41i

3.3.7 Radio remote control stationary part TP5

3.3.8 CALLTRONIC remote control

3.8.3 Antenna

3.9.1 Diagnosis, JE diagnosis

a) Connection control elements to the AIRTRONIC

• rt Power supply, plus – terminal 30

• ge Switch-on signal – S+

• gr Temperature – actual value

• wsrt Switch off burglar alarm (ADR–
feedback for timer)

• br Power supply, minus – terminal 31

• blws Diagnosis

• grrt Temperature – setpoint

• brws Ground connection for external
temperature sensor and temperature
setpoint

b) Terminal 15 – necessary for TP4i connection
c) Lighting, terminal 58
d) Connection, diagnosis device
e) Connection, external temperature sensor
g) Connection, external heating button
h) Connection, radio remote control TP4i
j) Connection, temperature sensor (outdoor

temperature)

l) Connection, “heating / ventilation“ selector switch

(option). To start: Set the “heating / ventilation“
selector switch then switch the AIRTRONIC on.

z) Lighting, terminal 58

Cable colours

sw = black
ws = white
wsrt = white / red
rt = red
ge = yellow
gn = green
vi = violet
br = brown
brws = brown / white
gr = grey
grrt = grey / red
bl = blue
blws = blue / white
li = purple

• Insulate unused cable ends.

• Connectors and bush housings are shown from the
cable entry side.

Please note!

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AIRTRONIC L circuit diagram

Filter

natural

Parts list Page 28, 29

25 2361 00 98 01 A

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Circuit diagram for control elements

Parts list Page 28, 29

25 2069 00 97 03 B

25 2069 00 97 01 C

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Circuit diagram for control elements

Parts list Page 28, 29 25 2069 00 97 02 A

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Parts list Page 28, 29

25 2069 00 97 02 A

Circuit diagram for control elements

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Circuit diagram for control elements

Parts list Page 28, 29

25 2069 00 97 04 A

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Circuit diagram for control elements

Parts list Page 28, 29

25 2069 00 97 04 A

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AIRTRONIC L – ADR circuit diagram

Parts list Page 28, 29

25 2361 00 96 01 A

Filter

natural

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Circuit diagram for ADR control elements

Parts list Page 28, 29 25 2069 00 96 01 B

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Cable colours

sw = black
ws = white
rt = red
ge = yellow
gn = green
vi = violet
br = brown
gr = grey
bl = blue
li = purple

Parts list for the circuit diagrams for the control
elements

2.15.1 Temperature sensor (room temperature)
(included in the EasyStart R+ scope of supply,
optional for EasyStart T)

2.15.9 External temperature sensor

3.1.7 ”ON / OFF“ button

3.1.9 ”Heat / ventilate“ switch

3.1.11 ”Round“ control unit

3.1.16 Radio remote control button

3.1.17 ”Mini controller“ control unit

3.2.15 EasyStart T timer

3.3.9 EasyStart R radio remote control (stationary
unit)

3.3.10 EasyStart R+ radio remote control (stationary
unit)

3.6.1 Adapter cable

3.8.3 Antenna

a) Connection of control units at the heater
c) Terminal 58 (lighting)
d) Parking ventilation with vehicle blower

(optional)

e) EasyStart T timer connection
g) External ”ON / OFF“ button (optional)
h) Parking ventilation with vehicle blower

(optional)

x) ADR jumper
y) Connect and insulate cables

• The timer / radio remote control must be connected
in accordance with the circuit diagrams
(page 40 – 44).

• The timer must be connected as shown in the
circuit diagrams at the end of the installation
instructions.

• Note heater type!

• Insulate unused cable ends.
Connectors and bush housings are shown from the
cable inlet side.

• You must definitely create the jumper marked in the
circuit diagram with y.

Please note!

Assignment of the circuit diagrams to the different
AIRTRONIC L and AIRTRONIC L heaters to ADR

The circuit diagrams are assigned according to the
installed control box:
The circuit diagrams of the

• EasyStart R+ 25 2361 00 97 01 C

• EasyStart R 25 2361 00 97 02 B

• EasyStart T 25 2361 00 97 03 A and

25 2361 00 97 04 A

apply to the heater

• with 2 diagnostic cables, which are connected to
the 16-pin heater connector S1
– OEM diagnostics cable

bl/ws in chamber 3,

– Universal version of diagnostics cable

bl/ge in chamber 8.

• with a control box cable loom, which is wound with
cable tape.

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EasyStart R+

Pin assignment at the stationary unit connector

1 Terminal 31 (negative)
2– –
3 Ventilate (switching signal –)
4 DAT cable
5 Pushbutton / LED (negative)
6 Temperature sensor (negative)
7 Terminal 30 (positive)
8 S+ (switching on signal)
9 LED (positive)
10 Diagnosis cable (K line)
11 Pushbutton (negative)
12 Temperature sensor (positive)

EasyStart R

Pin assignment at the stationary unit connector

1 Terminal 31 (negative)
2– –
3– –
4 DAT cable
5 Pushbutton / LED (negative)
6– –
7 Terminal 30 (positive)
8 S+ (switching on signal)
9 LED (positive)
10 Diagnosis cable (K line)
11 Pushbutton (negative)
12 – –

EasyStart T

Pin assignment EasyStart T-connector S1

1 Terminal 30 (positive) rt
2 S+ (switching on signal) ge
3 Terminal 31 (negative) br
4 DAT cable vi
5 Diagnosis cable (K line) bl/ws
6 Terminal 58 gr/sw
7 Temperature sensor (positive) gr
8 Temperature sensor (negative) br/ws
9– – – –

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Control elements – EasyStart R+

25 2361 00 97 01 C

This circuit diagram is for heaters with 2 diagnostics cable and whose
control box cable loom is wound with cable tape.

Please note!

Parts list Page 38

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Control elements – EasyStart R

25 2361 00 97 05 B

Parts list Page 38

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This circuit diagram is valid for control boxes with
two diagnostics cables, see Page 38.

.

Control elements – EasyStart R

25 2361 00 97 02 B

Parts list Page 38

Please note!

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Control elements – EasyStart T

25 2361 00 97 03 A

This circuit diagram is for heaters with 2 diagnostics cable and whose
control box cable loom is wound with cable tape.

Parts list Page 38

Please note!

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Electrical system5

Control elements – EasyStart T – ADR

25 2361 00 97 04 A

This circuit diagram is for heaters with 2 diagnostics cable and whose
control box cable loom is wound with cable tape.

Parts list Page 38

Please note!

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Troubleshooting / maintenance / service6

If any faults occur, please check the
following items

• If the heater does not start after being switched on:
– Switch the heater off and on again.

• If the heater still won’t start, then
check whether:
– There is fuel in the tank?
– The fuses are ok?
– The electrical cables, connections, terminals, are

ok?

– The hot air, combustion air or exhaust systems are

blocked?

Troubleshooting

If, after checking these items, the heater is still faulty or
another malfunction occurs in your heater, please
contact:

• If factory-installed, your contract workshop / garage.

• If subsequently installed, the workshop / garage
which installed the heater.

Please note that guarantee claims can expire if the
heater is modified by a third party or if non-original
parts are installed.

Maintenance instructions

• Switch the heater off once a month for about
10 minutes, even outside the heating period.

• Before the heating period starts, a trial run should be
carried out for the heater. If thick, persistent smoke
develops, unusual burning noises or a clear fuel smell
occurs or if electric / electronic parts overheat, the
heater must be switched off and put out of service by
removing the fuse. In this case, the heater should not
be started up again until it has been checked by
qualified staff who have been trained on Eberspächer
heaters.

• Check the openings of the hot air, combustion air
and exhaust systems after lengthy stoppages, clean
if necessary!

Service

If you have any technical queries or problems
with your pre-heater, dial the following service
phone number:

Hotline
Phone. 0800 / 12 34 300

Fax hotline
Fax 01805 / 26 26 24

Outside of Germany, please contact the respective
national Eberspächer service agent.

Please note!

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Environment7

Certification

The high quality of Eberspächer products is the key to
our success.
To guarantee this quality, we have organised all work
processes in the company for the purposes of quality
management (QM).
Nevertheless, we still pursue a large number of
activities for continuous improvement of product
quality in order to keep pace with our customers’
constantly growing requirements.
All the steps necessary for quality assurance are
stipulated in international standards.
This quality is to be considered in a comprehensive
and total sense.
It affects products, procedures and customer/supplier
relations.
Officially approved experts assess the system and the
corresponding certification company awards a
certificate.

Eberspächer has already qualified for the following
standards:

Quality management in accordance with
DIN EN ISO 9001:2000 and ISO / TS 16949:1999

Environmental management system in
accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001:1996

Disposal

Disposal of materials

Old devices, defective components and packaging
materials can all be separated and sorted into pure­grade factions, if necessary, so that all parts can be
disposed of in an environment-friendly way or the
materials recycled.
Electric motors, controllers and sensors (e. g.
temperature sensors) are deemed to be “electronic
scrap“.

Dismantling the heater

The heater is dismantled according to the repair stages
in the current troubleshooting / repair instructions.

Packaging

The heater’s packaging can be kept in case it has to be
sent back.

EU Declaration of Conformity

We herewith confirm that the following product

Heater type AIRTRONIC L

conforms with the essential safety requirements
stipulated in the EU Council’s Directives for the
harmonisation of member states’ legal provisions with
regard to electromagnetic compatibility (89 / 336 /
EEC).
This declaration applies to all heaters manufactured
according to the AIRTRONIC L production drawings,
which are an integral part of this declaration.
The following standards / directives have been used to
assess the product with regard to electromagnetic
compatibility:

• EN 50081 – 1 Basic form interference emission.

• EN 50082 – 1 Basic form of interference immunity.

• 72 / 245 / EEC – Revision status 2005 / 83 / EU
interference suppression in motor vehicles.

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Lists8

A

Accident prevention ....................................................7

Additional parts .......................................................... 8

ADR ........................................................... 4, 6, 12, 27

ADR99 ...................................................................... 27

Altitude ..................................................................... 25

Ambient temperature ................................................ 10

C

Cable colours .......................................................... 29

Certificates ............................................................... 46

Circuit diagrams ................................ 30 – 37, 40 – 44

Combustion air inlet ................................................... 5

Combustion air system .............................................. 19

Concept of this manual .............................................. 3

Contents ..................................................................... 2

Control devices ........................................................ 27

Control in heating mode ........................................... 26

D

Dangerous goods .............................................. 12, 27

Declaration of conformity ......................................... 46

Degree of protection ................................................ 10

Delivery head ............................................................ 23

Delivery side ...................................................... 21, 22

Description of functions ............................................ 26

Dismantling the heater ............................................. 31

Disposal .................................................................... 31

Dosing pump ...................................................... 20, 23

Drilling hole pattern .................................................. 15

E

Electronic power consumption ................................ 10

Electronic system ................................. 28, 29, 38, 39

Emergency off ........................................................... 27

Emergency shutdown ............................................... 27

Environmental protection ......................................... 46

EU Declaration of Conformity ....................................46

Exhaust system (pipes) .............................................. 18

Exhaust system .............................................. 5, 18, 19

Exhaust ..................................................................... 18

F

Faults ....................................................................... 45

Fixing ........................................................................ 15

Forced shutdown ..................................................... 27

Formation of air bubbles ........................................... 20

Fuel extraction .......................................... 20, 21 – 22

Fuel for low temperatures ........................................ 24

Fuel for special cases ............................................... 24

Fuel quality ........................................................ 10, 24

Fuel system ...................................................... 20 – 24

Fuel ............................................................. 5, 20 – 24

List of key words A – Z

H

Heat flow .................................................................. 10

Heater code number ................................................ 10

Heating operation .............................................. 25, 26

Hot air system (ducting) ............................................ 17

Hotline ...................................................................... 45

I

Important instructions for operation ......................... 25

Information .................................................................. 4

Initial commissioning ................................................. 25

Installation area ........................................................ 15

Installation location ........................................... 12, 13

Installation ....................................................... 12 – 24

Installation ......................................................... 12, 15

Intended use ............................................................... 4

Interference suppression .......................................... 10

Introduction ......................................................... 2 – 7

M

Main dimensions ..................................................... 11

Maintenance ............................................................. 45

Maximum air intake temperature .............................. 10

Mounting position of the dosing pump ..................... 23

Mounting positions ................................................... 14

N

Nameplate ............................................................... 16

Noise emission ........................................................ 10

Notes ..................................................................... 4, 5

O

Operating instructions ............................................. 25

Operating status display ............................................. 5

Operation and function ................................... 25 – 27

Operation with biodiesel (FAME) .............................. 24

Operation ................................................................. 25

P

Packaging ................................................................ 46

Parts list ............................................................ 28, 29

Permissible ambient temperature ............................. 10

Permissible mounting positions ................................. 14

Permissible pipe lengths .................................... 21, 22

Permissible suction and delivery head ..................... 23

Picture symbols / pictograms ..................................... 4

Position of the heater .................................. 5, 12 – 15

Power consumption ................................................. 10

Product information ........................................... 8 – 11

Key word Page Key word Page

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Lists8

R

Rated voltage ........................................................... 10

Regulations ............................................................ 5, 6

Representations ......................................................... 4

S

Scope of supply ..................................................... 8, 9

Service ..................................................................... 45

Start procedure ........................................................ 26

Statutory regulations ............................................. 5, 6

Storage temperature ................................................ 10

Suction head ............................................................ 23

Switching off ............................................................. 26

Switching on ............................................................ 26

T

Technical data .......................................................... 10

Temperature selection ............................................. 26

Test mark ....................................................................5

Text structure .............................................................. 4

T-piece .................................................................... 21

Transport ................................................................. 12

Troubleshooting ........................................................ 45

V

Ventilation mode ...................................................... 26

Voltage limit ............................................................. 10

Voltage .................................................................... 10

W

Weight ..................................................................... 10

Wiring ...................................................................... 28

List of key words A – Z List of abbreviations

ADR

European agreement on the international transport of
dangerous goods by road.

EC type approval

Approval awarded by the German Federal Office for
Motor Traffic for the production of a heater for
installation in motorised vehicles.

EMC Directives

Electromagnetic compatibility.

FAME

Biodiesel according to DIN V 14 214.

JE-partner

J. Eberspächer partner.

Key word Page

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