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One of the most common installation issues with the Propex is a combustion exhaust pipe that does not have an airtight seal. An air leak here has the potential to throw a fault code in the heater.Here are the steps to follow when installing this pipe:First slide the high temperature silicone coupler down onto the pipe about six inches.Next slide the pipe onto the heater combustion exhaust outlet.Now slide the silicone coupler up over the pipe an …

To optimize combustion in your heater, there is an onboard air flow sensor that measures the volume of air moving through the combustion chamber. This sensor tells the onboard electronics whether the air volume is within acceptable parameters for optimal combustion. The combustion air flow through the heater is metered by the aperture of the end caps on the combustion pipes. The holes in the end caps are sized in such a way that they provide …

By design, the Propex furnace is a quiet and reliable way to heat your vehicle. The only noise you'll hear is the fan running and a soft low rumble of the combustion exhaust pipe. For those who want an even quieter experience, Van Cafe sells a complete 'stealth' retrofit kit for your HS2000.The kit comes complete with mufflers for the combustion intake and exhaust, a section of specialized 'acoustic' ducting and the appropriate silicone connect …

When installing your Propex heater, it is important to follow some specific guidelines when routing your combustion pipes. Failure to heed this guidelines can cause irregular operation and fault codes.The golden rule when installing your heater is that you should not shorten your combustion pipes under any circumstances. The heater is engineered to operate under very specific air flow parameters and shortening the pipes WILL lead to improper or …