HEATER-ENGINE BLOCK
DESCRIPTION
The block heater is operated by ordinary house current (110 Volt A.C.) through a power cord and connector located in the engine compartment. The heater is mounted in a core hole (in place of a core hole plug) in the engine block, with the heating element immersed in coolant.
CAUTION: The power cord must be secured in its retainer clips, and not positioned so it could contact linkages or exhaust manifolds and become damaged.
OPERATION
The block heater element is submerged in the cooling system's coolant. When electrical power (110 volt A.C.) is applied to the element, it creates heat. This heat is transferred to the engine coolant. This provides easier engine starting and faster warm-up when vehicle is operated in areas having extremely low temperatures.
REMOVAL
1. Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
3. Detach power cord plug from heater.
4. Loosen screw in center of heater. Remove heater assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Thoroughly clean core hole and heater seat.
2. Insert heater assembly (2) with element loop positioned upward .
3. With heater seated, tighten center screw securely to assure a positive seal.
CAUTION: To prevent damage, the power cord must be secured in it's retaining clips, and not positioned so it could contact linkages or exhaust manifold.
4. Connect power cord to heater.
5. Lower vehicle.
6. Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).