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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 03:04 PM
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how to check if fuel heater is working

How do you check if the fuel heater is operating? What temp should it heat the fuel?
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 05:03 PM
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The best way would be to find someone with a dc clampmeter to check the ampload, otherwise you can check the ohm reading by unplugging the wire connector and making sure that you get a resistance reading, then check for voltage on the wiring harness supplying power to it. I think I read somewhere that it has to below 40 deg. for the fuel heater to turn on, but someone that knows a little more about these can correct me.
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 06:18 PM
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I deleted my initial message. I was thinking grid heater.....
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 07:08 PM
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Fuel heater should operate when the fuel is between 45±8, and 75±8 (IIRC)..

Other than resistance or ammeter I am not sure. Maybe an IR gun on the inlet and outlet of the fuel canister when the fuel is known to be below 45*F
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Old Feb 2, 2010 | 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by AH64ID
Fuel heater should operate when the fuel is between 45±8, and 75±8 (IIRC)..

Other than resistance or ammeter I am not sure. Maybe an IR gun on the inlet and outlet of the fuel canister when the fuel is known to be below 45*F
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