autoterm LV-2167 Portable Heaters Travel Box User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Autoterm
Table of Contents
autoterm LV-2167 Portable Heaters Travel Box
Product Information
- Specifications:
- Manufacturer: AUTOTERM LLC
- Model: Travel Box 2.0
- Power Supply: 12V DC and 220V AC
- Fuel Capacity: 5 liters
- Maximum Operation Time: Up to 9 hours
- Supports 60mm air ducting hoses
Product Usage Instructions
- Installation:
- Ensure the Travel Box is placed in a well-ventilated outdoor area. Do not operate indoors.
- Initial Setup:
- Before usage, unscrew the cover using a 2.5mm hex key to insert the fuses. Insert two fuses as shown and close the cover.
- Powering On:
- Charge the Travel Box fully and fill the fuel tank with diesel. Press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds to start the heater.
- Heating Operation:
- Avoid overfilling the fuel tank to prevent spills. Do not overtighten the fuel cap to avoid vacuum issues.
- Exhaust Pipe Usage:
- Mount the exhaust pipe directly to the Travel Box to divert fumes away. Use it for fresh air intake during heating to prevent CO2 inhalation.
FAQs
- Q: Can the Travel Box be used indoors?
- A: No, the Travel Box is designed for outdoor usage only due to safety reasons.
- Q: What should I do if the heater doesn’t start on the first try?
- A: If the fuel hasn’t reached the combustion chamber, press the button again after a short while.
- Q: How long can the Travel Box operate on a full tank of fuel?
- A: The Travel Box can operate for up to 9 hours depending on the power level and heating mode used.
Introduction
- The Travel Box is a completely self-sustained hot air-delivering unit for outdoor usage only.
- It has a fuel tank to ensure a minimum operation time of up to 9 hours (depending on the power level and heating mode used).
- For example, it can be used for camping to heat tents, or for construction shelters or trailers, as well it can be used as emergency heating if the regular heating source had a failure. The Travel Box can be a lifesaver in situations when you are stuck in the snow or mud, or your vehicle broke down far away from the place where you can go and wait in warm conditions. Suitable for the off-grid environment. Can be used on construction sites to ensure a comfortable work environment for workers.
- Travel Box supports 60mm air ducting hoses, the maximum length of the hot air outlet should not exceed more than 8 meters only in conditions if the air duct is straight. Sharp bends within the first meter from the heater are not allowed, it can result in heater overheating! The air intake for heating maximum length can be 1.5m.
- Additionally, the heater can be equipped with an external temperature sensor assy 1458. In this case heater will operate in pre-set temperature modes which can be adjusted with a short press of the button while the heater is operating.
- The heater will reach a certain temperature of +1°C from the set point and switch off into wait mode till it drops 2 °C below the set point. The heater will reduce power evenly when it gets closer to the set point.
- NOTE! The temperature mode is not always the best option as it can increase the heater start-stop sequences in a short period, causing unpleasant heating conditions and faster battery discharge.
- In extreme weather conditions, we advise creating a heating loop and reusing the heated air from the heated compartment. The max allowed air intake pipe length is 1,5m and the max air outlet pipe length is 8m. Do not use closable grills!
Important Before Usage
- Before using the heater, remove the cover by unscrewing 8 bolts with a 2.5mm hex key that comes attached to the handle to insert the fuses which are inside the Travel Box.
- Insert two fuses according to the picture below and put the cover back to power up the heater!
- NOTE! The fuses are removed by following the freight transportation company’s requirements for the safe transportation of goods.
- Fully charge the Travel Box and fill in diesel fuel into the fuel tank and press & hold the button for more than 2 seconds! Take in mind that there is a possibility that the heater may not start on the first try if the fuel hasn’t reached the combustion chamber yet. In this case, press the button again.
- NOTE! To follow the battery level use the Victron bluetooth app (*).
- We recommend not overfilling fuel to the top of the cap, fill in 5l into the empty fuel tank.
- By overfilling the fuel tank there can be a risk of a diesel spill and slight leakages from the cap.
- Do not overtighten the fuel cap, it may cause a vacuum.
Accessories Included
Accessories included with Travel Box 2.0
- The exhaust pipe can be mounted directly to the Travel Box exhaust pipe.
- Use the exhaust pipe for fresh air when heating to prevent CO2 from getting sucked in or to move fumes away from a specific area.
- It is possible to connect a 60 mm air duct to the hot air outlet and air inlet.
- To connect the 60 mm air duct to the air intake, remove the plastic cover from the air intake, by screwing it ½ counterclockwise and removing the grill.
- NOTE! The heater air intake has fan blades. By removing the grill and even with the grill on, do not insert any objects inside the air intake as it can cut and damage objects and blades inside the heater.
- Do not operate the heater without the battery. The Travel Box has a built-in battery of 22Ah.
- Using a heater with a removed battery only with external main power can cause damage to the heater and its components.
- The same applies with 220v operation with a charger only, it can damage the heater and charger.
Note! If you buy the heater without a battery, use a battery with the following requirements:
- The battery must be non-spillable.
- Battery size must be 181x77x167mm.
- The battery charger must support WET, MF, GEL, AGM, Ca/Ca, and Li-ion battery types.
Usage
IMPORTANT! When using a Travel Box it is important to follow these
points:
- For your safety always have a fire extinguisher nearby;
- Do not operate Travel Box 2.0 in closed spaces;
- Avoid direct flow of exhaust gases into living areas;
- Make sure that exhaust gases do not flow into the heater air intake;
- Do not touch or put flammable objects in front of the heater exhaust outlet;
- If it is necessary, use an exhaust pipe to deliver gases to a safe distance from the heater and avoid direct flow of exhaust gases into living areas;
- Do not operate the heater without side a cover;
- Do not open the side cover while the heater is connected to an external power supply and do not remove the battery while the heater is operating.
- Keep the heater away from children!
Features
- The Travel Box has a unique characteristic that saves the battery from excessive parasite drain. The Travel Box has a relay that turns on the heater when needed and runs it on a battery. It uses less power when the heater isn’t being used. It consumes only a 5mA current when turned off.
- To start the heater press and hold the button for more than 2 (two) seconds, when it starts to flash between red and yellow that indicates that it is connecting with the heater, after that it will light up in RED which indicates max power.
- During startup, the heater will always turn on in MAX mode, which can be changed afterwards.
- While the heater is running it is possible to switch between power modes by doing a short press of a button, there are 4 power presets MIN/MID/ HIGH/MAX or if the external temperature sensor is connected 18/21/25°C/ MAX.
Workmodes without external temperature sensor connected
Error Codes
RED LED blinks| Description| Fault Cause|
Recommended Solutions
---|---|---|---
1| Overheating of the heat exchanger| The sensor sends a signal to shut
down the heater. The heat exchanger temperature in the sensor zone is over
250°C| Check the intake and outlet of the heating unit for unobstructed entry
and exit of heated air. Check the integrity of the fan and its performance.
Check the temperature sensor and replace it if necessary. Inspect the heat
exchanger. Check and remove carbon deposits from the inside of the heat
exchanger, if necessary
12| Possible overheating at the intake temperature sensor. The sensor
temperature (control unit) is more than 55 degrees.| The control unit is
insufficiently cooled down for 5 min. purging before startup; or overheating
of the control unit during operation.| Check the intake and outlet of the
heating unit for unobstructed entry and exit of air and re-start the heater to
cool it down. Replace the control unit.
5| Faulty temperature sensor (PLANAR-2D) or flame indicator| Short
circuit to the casing or open circuit in the wiring of the sensor.| Check the
sensor, and replace if necessary
6| Faulty temperature sensor in the control unit| Temperature sensor out
of order (located in the control unit, cannot be replaced)| Replace control
unit
| Overheat sensor – open circuit| Faulty sensor. Oxidation of contacts in the
terminal block.| Check the overheat sensor circuit for an open. Remove
oxidation from the connector contacts.
4| Faulty glow plug| Short circuit, open circuit, faulty control unit.|
Check the glow plug, and replace it if necessary. Check the control unit, and
replace if necessary.
11| Electric motor of the air blower does not develop the necessary
speed.| Increased friction in the bearings or contact between the impeller and
fan shroud in the blower. Faulty electric motor.| Check the electric motor, if
possible correct the fault; replace the air blower if necessary.
| Faulty air temperature sensor (intake) only for PLANAR-8DM.| Mechanical
fault. Oxidation of contacts in the block.| Check connecting wires.
9| Shut down, overvoltage more than 30V (for 24V) or more than 16V (for
12V).| Faulty voltage regulator. Faulty battery.| Check battery terminals and
wiring. Check the battery, charge it or replace if necessary.
Shut down, low voltage, less than 20V (for 24V) or less than 10V (for 12V)
2| The heater does not start – two automatic start attempts
failed.
| No fuel in the tank| Fill the fuel tank.
The fuel grade does not match the operating conditions at low temperatures.|
Replace fuel, see Operation Manual.
Insufficient supply of fuel.| Eliminate fuel line leakage or blockage. Check
the performance of the fuel pump, and replace if necessary
Clogged exhaust duct or combustion air intake.| Clean air intake or exhaust
duct of possible clogging.
Insufficient pre-heating of the glow plug, faulty control unit.
| Check the plug, and replace if necessary. Check the voltage supplied by the
control unit, and replace if necessary.
The impeller touches the fan shroud in the blower, and, as a result, the flow
of air into the combustion chamber is reduced.| Replace the blower after
determining its malfunction.
The glow plug housing in CC is clogged. Clogged glow plug screen or it is not
installed into housing.| Clean the glow plug hole. Replace the glow plug
screen, if needed, and install it per item 5.2.
| Description| Fault Cause| Recommended Solutions
---|---|---|---
10| During the purge time, the temperature sensor was not cooled down.
The time for ventilation was exceeded.| During 5 5-minute purge before start-
up, the temperature sensor was not sufficiently cooled.| Check the intake and
output of the heater for unobstructed entry and exit of air.
Check the integrity of the fan and its operation. Check the sensor, and replace it if necessary.
7| Faulty fuel pump.| Short circuit or open circuit in the wiring of the
fuel pump| Check the wiring of the fuel pump for short circuits and open
circuits. Check the wires to overheat the sensor and insulation integrity.
8| Heater does not start| Burnt out fuses on the power harness.| Check
the fuses and replace them if necessary.
No communication between the controller and the control unit. The controller
receives no data from the control unit.| Check the connectors and the green
wire in the connecting harness. Remove oxidation from connectors. Check the
controller and the connecting harness, and replace if necessary. If the
controller is operational, replace the control unit.
11| Motor does not rotate.| Damaged bearing or rotor, foreign objects,
etc.| Check connectors and wiring leading to the electric motor board and the
control unit. Eliminate the fault, if possible.
Motor rotates. Speed is not regulated.| Faulty electric motor control board or
heater CU.| Replace the air blower.
3| Flame failure during operation of the heater.| Insufficient fuel
supply. Faulty fuel pump. Faulty flame indicator.| Check for leaks or clogging
of fuel lines, and tighten the clamps on the fuel lines. Check the combustion
air intake and exhaust pipe. Check the amount of fuel supplied by the fuel
pump, and replace it if necessary. If the heater starts, check the flame
indicator and replace it if needed.
| Heater does not start.| No communication between the controller and the
control unit. The control unit receives no data from the controller.| Check
the connectors and white wire in the connecting harness. Remove oxidation of
connectors. Check the controller and connecting harness, and replace them if
necessary. If the controller is operational, replace the control unit.
13| ** Flame failure| Supply voltage drop.| Check the battery and
wiring. (Voltage drop may occur due to prolonged use of electric starter) only
PLANAR-8DM
3| Flame failure during operation.| Air bubbles in the fuel system.
Faulty fuel pump. Faulty flame indicator.| Check fuel lines for leaks or
clogging. Tighten fuel line hose clamps. Check combustion air intake and
exhaust duct.
Travel Box**
Technical characteristics| ****
High
| ****
Low
Voltage| 12 V
Heating medium| Air
Heating power| 2.0 kW| 1.0 kW
Heated air volume| ****
86 m3/h
| ****
42 m3/h
Power consumption| ****
29 W
| ****
11 W
Operation time with a full battery and fuel tank.| ****
~8 h
| ****
~18 h
Battery| Victron AGM 22Ah
12v Charger| Blue smart charger 12V 5A (*Bluetooth VictronConnect)
Max. work altitude (MASL)| ****
3000 m
Fuel| Diesel – EN590
Fuel consumption| ****
0.24 l/h
| ****
0.14 l/h
Control mode| Autoterm Push Control
Compatible control panels| ****
Simple Control, Comfort Control
Weight of the
Travel Box
| 22.5kg with a full fuel tank
18.5 kg gross weight
Heater dimensions| ****
500x400x200 mm
Fuel tank capacity| 5l
Water resistance| IP-51
- Heater standby power consumption 0.06W (when not used)
- For further details about the VictonConnect app refer to the online user manual: https://www.victronenergy.com/live/victronconnect:start Bluetooth active only when mains power connected.
CONTACT
- Manufacturer: AUTOTERM LLC Paleju 72, Marupe, Latvia, LV-2167
- Warranty Department [email protected].
- Technical Support [email protected].
- www.autoterm.com.