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Initial Start-up and Operation
6.2.1 Switching ON
Before switching the Webasto heater on, set vehicle-
heating system to the “Heat” position and open any shut
off valves. Depending on the type of control installed in
the instrument panel of the vehicle, the heater can be
operated by the following methods.
Using a Switch:
When the switch is used for switching “ON” the heater,
the “Operation Indicator” integrated in the switch is
illuminated and the heater begins operation.
Using a Timer:
Upon pressing the “Instant Heat” button on the timer
face, the “Operation Indicator” on the timer lights up
and the heater begins operation.
Heater Start-up Sequence:
The heater motor and coolant circulating pump begin
operation. After approximately 10 to 25 seconds the fuel
solenoid valve opens and fuel is sprayed into the
combustion chamber. At the same time, the electronic
ignition coil produces a high voltage (8000 V) spark at
the tip of the ignition electrodes and the mixture of fuel
and air in the combustion chamber is ignited. As soon as
combustion is detected by the photo resistor (flame
detector), the electronic ignition coil is de-energized and
combustion continues on its own (ignition process is only
required to ignite the flame). At this point the heater is
working and producing heat.
The Scholastic heater will cycle ON and OFF until:
1. The Scholastic heater is switched OFF.
2. Set run-time has elapsed on the timer.
3. The vehicle battery voltage drops below 10.5V.
4. The Webasto heater runs out of fuel.
5. A fault lock out occurs, indicated by the operating
indicator light being off during the cool down cycle
(as would happen during an overheat situation).
NOTE: If the heater is switched on while the
engine is at operating temperatures above 155
°F (68 °C) only the operation indicator and the
coolant circulation pump will be activated. The
engine coolant temperature must fall below
155 °F (68 °C) at the heater before the heater
will begin heating operation.
NOTE: Switching the Webasto heater on
during the cool-down or “after-run” period is
allowed. The heater will revert to normal
operational mode.
6.2.2 Switching Off
When heating is no longer required, switch the Webasto
heater off. The fuel solenoid valve halts the fuel supply,
combustion stops and the indicator light turns off. The
Combustion air fan and the water pump remain on for
another 2-3 minutes (after run cycle) purging the
combustion chamber of any fumes.
6.3 Engine Preheating
Set the timer 30 min. to 1 hr. before you want to start
the engine. The heater will start up at the set time. (See
timer operating instructions). Or switch the toggle
switch or “Instant On” switch on your timer in the
vehicle dash to “ON”. The heater will start up.
When the run time has elapsed on your timer or engine
preheating is no longer required, switch the Webasto
heater “OFF”. The heater will begin a brief after-run
(cool down) cycle.
6.4 Boost Heating for Engine and
Passenger Compartment
Switch the toggle switch (or the “Instant On” button of
the timer) in the vehicle dash to “On”. The heater will
start up if the coolant temperature is below 167 °F (75
°C). Above this temperature only the water pump will
run.
When boost heating is no longer required, switch the
Webasto heater “Off”. The heater will begin a brief
after-run (cool-down) cycle.
6.5 Operation with 7-Day Digital Timer
The digital timer with 3 time settings permits the heater
to be switched on and off instantly, or automatically at 3
programmable starting times.
The operating time of the heater can be pre-selected. It
is possible to program 3 different heating programs
according to your individual needs.
Only one preset starting time can be activated at any one
time. When the ignition is switched on, the current time
of the day and the day of the week are displayed.
When the heater is in operation, the display and the
buttons of the timer are illuminated.
Programmed Heater Operation
Three memory locations numbered 1 to 3 are available.
Each memory location can be assigned a given time
together with the day of the week.