WARNING   WARNING:  Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or serious personal injury.
WARNING   WARNING:  Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of electrical shock.

The heater warms the engine coolant. This allows the climate control system to quickly respond. The equipment includes a heater element installed in the engine block and a wire harness. You can connect the system to a grounded 220-240 volt AC electrical source.
Note:   The heater is most effective when the ambient temperature is below -18 °C (0 °F).
We recommend that you do the following for a safe and correct operation:
  • Use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use and in cold temperatures. It should be clearly marked that it is suitable for use with outdoor appliances. Do not use an indoor extension cord outdoors. This could result in an electric shock or become a fire hazard.
  • Use as short an extension cord as possible.
  • Do not use multiple extension cords.
  • Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug and heater cord plug connections are free and clear of water. This could result in an electric shock or become a fire hazard.
  • Make sure that you park your vehicle in a clean area, clear of combustible materials.
  • Make sure that you firmly connect the heater, heater cord and extension cord.
  • Check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup when the system has been operating for approximately 30 minutes.
  • Make sure that you unplug and properly stow the system before starting and driving your vehicle. Make sure the protective cover seals the terminals of the block heater cord plug when not in use.
  • Make sure that you check the heater system for proper operation before winter.
Using the Engine Block Heater
The engine block heater plug may be found in one of the following locations:
  • Under the hood.
  • In the front fog lamp bezel.
  • Front lower grille.
Make sure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry before use. Clean them with a dry cloth if necessary.
The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. The system does not have a thermostat. It reaches maximum temperature after approximately three hours of operation. Using the heater longer than three hours does not improve system performance and unnecessarily uses electricity.

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