PARTSGUY - NEED HELP PLEASE

[NJ H2]

Originally Posted by dochummer

Anybody have the limited edition operating instructions for the hotshot unit? I spoke with the hotshot people, and they said that i most likely overheated the unit, that's why it's not working any more. Said that I didn't prime it. The manual says that you need to prime it before using after initial install....wasn't aware that I was supposed to prime it every time I use it....Is that the way it is with the limited edition installs?

This is from there web site:
http://www.microheat.com/pdf/model_go_manual.pdf

Page 9 says you need to prime the unit.

[dochummer]

Originally Posted by NJ H2

This is from there web site:
http://www.microheat.com/pdf/model_go_manual.pdf

Page 9 says you need to prime the unit.

So, that has to be done everytime you use it, not just the first time after install?

[NJ H2]

Originally Posted by dochummer

So, that has to be done everytime you use it, not just the first time after install?

Yeah Doc, everytime! That completly blows!
I hope mine works since I never primed it!
PS. I never read that priming BS until yesterday. I bet they added that after lots of HS's went bad!

[dochummer]

Good thing I have an extra one sitting in the garage.... Gotta luv ebay deals..

[Vettster]

Is the factory installed one named "Hotshot"?
If so, mine has not worked since day one.
I took it back to the dealer and after 3 days in the shop, it worked a total of two times.
The instructions are pretty vague. It tells you to push the button (No kidding) and nothing else.
I know I'm gonna be really pissed once the snow starts falling here.

[f5fstop]

Not understanding the Prime every time statement. Sure that isn't just the first time?
There is a one-way check valve between the unit and the reservoir that prevents fluid from going back into the reservoir, so how is the unit going dry? The unit, whether on or off, just allows the fluid to be pushed through from the pump.
I would understand if you run out of fluid it would require priming again.

[dochummer]

Originally Posted by f5fstop

Not understanding the Prime every time statement. Sure that isn't just the first time?
There is a one-way check valve between the unit and the reservoir that prevents fluid from going back into the reservoir, so how is the unit going dry? The unit, whether on or off, just allows the fluid to be pushed through from the pump.
I would understand if you run out of fluid it would require priming again.

That makes sense to me. But, when I called tech support they said that it's most likely fried because I didn't prime it...asked me to send it to them....unfortunately, it's an ebay purchase from over a year ago, so no warranty left on it....figured I'd install the extra one I bought and see what happens....

I sure do like the heated windshield on the wifes LR though....

[timgco]

btt- anyone else do the installation yet?

Where do you order from? I called the company, but no response.

I'd like to do the factory setup if I can't get the cheaper one.

[tower]

He Jeff!

Long time no speak! Don't do it! You'll only make all the bastards who hate you happy! So, if I can distract you, I too am going to join the Wabasto crew. Is there any particular advantage to using the factory harnesses or switch vs buying it off e-ghey? Does it look any more "factory?" f so I'm in! Do you have any shots or drawings of the switch and is location? Thank you and Happy Holidays!

~ron

[SUT NEIL]

Sorry guys for not responding sooner. I've been away for awhile.

DO NOT ORDER ANY OF THE GM WIRING HARNESSES THAT I TRIED TO USE AND PREVIOUSLY POSTED THE PART NOS. FROM WHAT I RECALL THESE ITEMS CANNOT BE USED UNLESS YOU ALSO REPLACE THE ENTIRE DASH WIRING HARNESS. I used the GM mounting bracket and all items included with the Webasto Hot Shot unit. It looks pretty close to a factory installation. One caution... Do not purchase a Hot Shot unit that you integrate into the wiper system wiring. I think they refer to this unit as including the automatic mode. It has inherent problems that were a nightmare to figure out - that is if rhey even offer this model any more. Purchase a Hot Shot that does NOT have to be wired to the wiper system.

Hope this helps!