Webasto Air Top 2000 - User Manual

Ident-Nr. 9011427A 05/0406
Operating and servicing
instructions
Air Top 2000
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be operated with the fuel specified by the manufacturer
(petrol for the Air Top 2000 B heater). Both leaded and
unleaded fuel may be used.
It must be operated with the fuel specified by the
manufacturer (diesel for the Air Top 2000 D heater).
Class EL heating oil (not L heating oil) may also be used
as long as it complies with the normal quality available on
the German market pursuant to DIN 51603.
The Air Top 2000 D heater may also be operated using
PME (bio diesel), which complies with DIN EN 14124.
We know of no negative influences due to additives.
If fuel is extracted from the vehicle's tank, follow the
additive instructions issued by the vehicle manufacturer.
If you change to low-temperature fuel, the heater must be
operated for approx. 15 minutes so that the fuel system is
filled with the new fuel.
be shut down by removing the fuse if lots of smoke,
unusual combustion noise or a smell of fuel develops.
Do not restart it until the heater has been tested by
Webasto-trained personnel.
be started at least one per months with a cold engine and
at the lowest blower setting for 10 minutes. The heater
must be checked by an expert at the latest at the start of
the cold weather.
The heater :must
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General information
Maintenance and safety instructions
Dear Webasto user
We presume that the principle and mode of operation of your new heater has been
explained to your complete satisfaction by the workshop / service centre which
installed the heater. This manual summarizes the main points of importance for using
the heaters Air Top 2000.
The heater has been type-tested and approved in accordance with EC
Directives 72/245/EEC (EMC) and 2001/56/EC (heater) with the following EC permit
numbers:
e1*72/255*95/54*1085*--
e1*2001/56*0013*--
The year in which the heater was used for the first time must be permanently displayed
on the factory plate be deleting the inapplicable years from the plate.
To install the Air Top 2000 heater in hazchem vehicles, the
requirements of ADR/RID part 9 para. 9.2.4.7 Combustion heating systems, must also
be satisfied.
Keep the hot air inlet and hot air outlet free of dirt and foreign bodies.
Contaminated or blocked hot air lines may cause overheating and thus result in the
overheating cut-out tripping.
Do not stand on the heater and do not place any heavy items on the heater or throw
items at the heater.
Do not place any items of clothing, textiles or similar materials over the heater or in front
of the hot air inlet and the hot air outlet.
The current of hot air in the heater must not be restricted or blocked by highly
inflammable substances or materials such as rags, cleaning wool, etc.
Air Top 2000
NOTE:
The provisions of these Directives are binding within the territory governed by EU
Directive 70/156/EEC and should similarly be observed in countries without
specific regulations!
The heaters are not designed for heating hazardous substance transport
compartments.
The heaters must be installed as described in the installation instructions. The
installation must be tested in compliance with the statutory regulations for the installation.
For further details refer to the installation instructions.
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be exposed to temperatures over +85°C. If it is exposed
to temperatures above this level the electronics may
suffer permanent damage.
be cleaned using a high pressure cleaner.
The heater :must not
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at filling stations or tank farms.
in places where inflammable vapours or dust may form
(for example near fuel, coal, wood dust or cereal stores).
in enclosed areas (for example garages), not even if you
use the timer or Telestart.
The heater must not be operated:
Risk of explosion
and asphyxiation
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Webasto AG
Kraillinger Strasse 5
- 82131 Stockdorf
http://www.webasto.de

Summary

General Information

Maintenance and Safety Instructions

Prohibited Heater Operation Locations

Specifies locations where the heater must not be operated, such as filling stations or areas with flammable vapors.

Prohibited Heater Actions

Details actions that must not be performed on the heater, including exposure to excessive temperatures or high-pressure cleaning.

Required Heater Operations

Outlines mandatory operational requirements, fuel specifications, shutdown procedures, and periodic checks for the heater.

Liability Claims and Component Lifespan

Liability Claim Conditions

Conditions for liability claims, requiring adherence to installation, repair, and servicing instructions using genuine parts.

Heat Exchanger Lifespan

The heat exchanger has a maximum lifespan of 10 years and requires replacement by authorized personnel with genuine parts.

Control Element and Operation

Control Element Functions

Describes the rotary knob functions for switching, temperature setting, fault resetting, and the indicator/error display.

Switching On the Heater

Instructions on how to switch on the heater using the control element, ensuring the hot air inlet is clear.

Combination Timer Functions

Timer Setup and Programming

Details on setting time/date, programming start times, viewing/deleting times, and setting operating duration for the timer.

Timer Operation Modes

Explains general operation, program selection, and specific notes for ADR vehicles regarding timer display and operation.

Troubleshooting and Error Codes

Automatic Heater Cut-out Causes

Lists common causes for the heater cutting out automatically and provides remedies, such as checking airflow and resetting.

Black Smoke Emission Cause

Identifies blocked combustion air or exhaust systems as the cause of black smoke and suggests checking for blockages.

Error Code Output

Explains how error codes are displayed on timers or control elements and lists common error codes and their meanings.

Webasto Air Top 2000 Specifications

General

Heating Power Output	0.9 - 2.0 kW
Power Consumption	14 - 29 W
Operating Voltage	12V or 24V
Heater Type	Air Heater
Fuel Type	Diesel
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to +40°C