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SNUGGER SF2300 AIR HEATER Technical Description Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions Troubleshooting Guide Parts List SNUGGER AIR HEATER SF2300 Manual SNUGGER HEATERS www.snuggerheaters.com...
SF2300 Technical Manual Table of Contents Description Page 1. Applications and Use of the SF2300 Air Heater 2. Main Components of SF 2300 Air Heater 3. How the SF2300 Air Heater Works Technical Data and Heater Dimensions 5. Safety Instructions and Warnings Installation Instructions and Regulations 7.
Application of the SF2300 Air Heater The SF2300 Air Heater is designed to be used as an auxiliary and sometimes primary heater in car, trucks, RVs, boats, buses, construction and farm equipment. The heater provides heat using the vehicles fuel and battery power without the need for the vehicle engine to waste fuel by idling just to provide heat.
SF2300 Technical Manual Technical Data and Specifications Model SF2300 Diesel Heating Output Level Super High Medium Heating Output Btu/hr (kW/hr) (7850) (6485) (4437) (3072) Fuel consumption L/hr 0.28 0.24 0.15 (U.S. Gal/hr) (0.07) (0.06) (0.04) (0.03) Fuel type Diesel Air flow CFM Electric power consumption (watts)
SF2300 Technical Manual Safety Instructions and Warnings Disconnect the vehicle battery connections before commencing any repairs or performing maintenance of the heater. Before beginning any work on the heater, switch the heater OFF and let all hot parts cool down.
SF2300 Technical Manual Installation Instructions and Regulations Please Note: Failure to comply with the regulations, safety instructions, installation instructions or having repairs performed by unauthorized persons or use of aftermarket parts voids the heater warranty and relieves the manufacturer, distributors, dealers, and installation technicians from any and all liabilities.
SF2300 Technical Manual Mounting heater on the floor or wall using mounting plate If the mounting surface is not smooth and even the mounting plate with the foam sealant must be used to insure a proper seal between the interior and exterior of the heated area. When using the mounting plate the sealant foam must always be used.
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SF2300 Technical Manual Mounting heater on the floor or wall without mounting plate The heater can only be mounted without using the mounting plate when the floor or wall it is to be mounted to is smooth and even. If the floor or wall is not smooth or even it is not possible to get a proper seal with the rubber gasket on the bottom of the heater.
SF2300 Technical Manual Installation of Heater Ducting Item Description Item Description Safety Grill Flexible Duct Air Intake Hood Adjustable Outlet Grill Air Outlet Hood Air Intake Connector Hose Clamp Air Intake Grill Use only the temperature resistant flex-ducting that is included in the installation kit.
SF2300 Technical Manual Exhaust System Installation Fasten the exhaust silencer (muffler) at a suitable position near the heater. Route the exhaust pipe from the heater to the exhaust silencer and fasten with exhaust pipe clamps. Route the exhaust pipe from the outlet of the muffler to an appropriate place for the exhaust to exit at the edge of the vehicle.
SF2300 Technical Manual Fuel System Installation The following safety instructions must be observed when mounting the fuel pump routing fuel lines and installing fuel tank pick-up tube. Turn OFF vehicle engine and heater before working on the fuel supply or before refueling. Do not use “naked”...
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SF2300 Technical Manual Maximum suction and pressure height Maximum height from fuel pump to maximum fuel level – a = 3.6m (12') Maximum suction height from bottom of fuel pick up pipe – b = 1.2m (3.9') Maximum heater height – c = 3m (10')
SF2300 Technical Manual Mount the Fuel Pick Up Pipe into the tank in the order shown below. Please Note: To avoid dropping the compression fitting and base into the fuel tank, make sure it is tightened onto the pipe before putting pipe into tank.
SF2300 Technical Manual Electrical Diagram Wire color Function Wire color Function DC 12V/24V (+) Brown line of communication A Black GND (-) Orange line of communication B Yellow Starting line Amethyst Fuel pump line (+) Control Unit GND (-) blower...
SF2300 Technical Manual Description of Heater Function and Operation Operation When the heater is turned ON, the control lamp (Red) comes ON. The combustion air blower starts running, the glow pin will start heating up, and fuel pump will start pumping fuel.
Error Flash Codes The SF2300 has an automatic built in error code detection system. When the heater detects a fault it will either display it using a flashing error code on the controller or it will present a numeric fault code if the controller has a screen.
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SF2300 Technical Manual Mini Controller Error Code On the mini controller the light noted below will start flashing if there is an error. How to Read Flash Error Codes To understand how to read the flashing error codes refer to the below diagram and instructions.
SF2300 Technical Manual Error Code List and Diagnostic Chart Refer to the following chart after determining the error code. Error Code Number Description of Error Diagnostic Instructions / Corrective Action / Repair of Flashes Check Voltage Supply to Heater. Check vehicle charging High Voltage system / voltage regulator.
SF2300 Technical Manual Error Code List and Diagnostic Chart continued Check to make sure the air ducting is not restricted. Check to make sure the combustion air intake pipe and the Burner Overheating exhaust are not crushed or plugged. Check the Glow Pin Screen and Replace if Dirty.
SF2300 Technical Manual Parts List of SF2300 Installation Components Item Part Number Description 2300 Heater 230206 Safety screen 230600 Heater Harness 230411 Cable ties 230405 Fuel pipe,φ5X1.5 mm Air inlet pipe Φ25 mm 230408 Exhaust pipe Φ24 mm 230409 42037...
SF2300 Technical Manual Parts List of SF2300 Air Heater Item Parts No. Description 230101 Heat exchanger housing 230205 Air outlet 230201 Clamp spring 230207 Rubber buffer 230403 Sealant foam 230209 Plug 230204 Air inlet hood 230208 Safety screen 235025 Pan head screw M5 x 25, spring washer...
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SNUGGER SF2300 AIR HEATER SNUGGER HEATERS Unit B - 1465 Kebet Way Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 6L3 Tel: 877-386-7320 www.snuggerheaters.com...
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