Instructions

 

Fitting Instructions for the Glind Original System

  1. The heat exchanger has the choice of two mounting positions. It has four ports, each side is marked with either a H or an S. The S is for the shower water and the H is for the heater line.

  2. Locate the main heater feed line. Prepare to cut this hose if possible, at a point where the heat exchanger will be mounted e.g. firewall, inside mudguard etc. Affix the mount bracket and heat exchanger in the selected position.

    Direction of flow: If a heater control valve is fitted, the flow runs from the motor to the valve. This means the return line has the coolant flowing towards the motor. The feed line from the motor always comes from the engine block either at the back of the motor or near the thermostat housing. The return line usually returns near to the water pump suction side.
    Note: The direction of flow of water must be as follows. H -> H (the arrow on the heat exchanger denotes correct direction). Make sure before fastening the mount bracket that outlet S with the threaded fitting will be accessible for the attachment of the shower hose. Use the clamps included in the kit to secure the heater hose to the heat exchange unit.

  3. The water pump should be mounted permanently as high and dry as possible under the vehicle hood. Do not mount the water pump under the vehicle or behind the bullbar as outside water such as wet roads or rain will enter the pump and cause failure and void warranty. The water pump is not a sealed unit. It should be positioned 30cm away from the vehicle exhaust system. If not possible, it is strongly recommended that a heat shield be incorporated to protect it. Unless it is mounted horizontally, the pump must be mounted with the pump motor upwards. Failure to do so will void pump warranty. Read manufacturers installation instructions.
    The fuse should be mounted in the positive feedline as close to the battery as possible. The pumps black wire (earth) should be attached to the pumps mounting bolt.
    The red wire should run to the switch unit included in the kit and then on to the fuse on the positive terminal of your battery.

  4. On initial installation, an air pocket can remain in the heat exchanger, resulting in low shower water temperature. To clear air, raise engine revs to around 1800 rpm and turn on heater control. Undo the heat exchanger mounts and position the heat exchanger so that the outlet port H is the highest point for a couple of minutes. This allows air to be expelled from the heat exchanger. Check coolant levels and coolant hoses regularly.

  5. Connect the black ½" heater hose, in the kit, from the pumps outlet fitting to inlet S on the heat exchanger. Connect the shower hose to the threaded fitting at outlet S.

Caution: Initial water from unit will be very hot.

  1. Cut a short length of the 1½" heater hose supplied to attach to suction side of pump, then to filter provided.
    Note: Arrow on the filter housing denotes water flow direction. Use smaller clamps to secure this line and leave filter permanently attached to pump. Use a ½" inlet hose from water source and connect to filter when in use. Avoid quick connect garden type fittings on the suction side of the pump. These leak air and cause the pump to cycle, hammer and reduce flow and suction ability. Use screw or air type fittings.

Note: Please do not attempt to dismantle or change any of the brass fittings on the heat exchanger unit as it is totally sealed. This action will void the manufacturers 24 month warranty, applicable from date of purchase.

Operating Instructions for the Glind Original System

Caution: Initial water from system will be very hot.

Glind Original Diagram

To Operate:

  1. It is advisable that before operating the shower for the first time that all connections are checked for leaks.
  2. Start and allow vehicle to idle until operating temperature is reached which is usually between 2 and 5 minutes.
  3. Fit inlet hose from water source to filter.
  4. Turn on heater control in your vehicle (if fitted. Vehicles built after 1997 do not have heater control valves, so moving the heater will not effect shower temperature).
  5. Activate pump switch.

The shower rose supplied with the kit has a flow control button. If this is depressed it will slow the flow rate of water and thus the water will become hotter. Alternatively if it is opened to full flow the water will become cooler as it isn’t flowing through the heat exchanger as slowly. So more water = cooler and less water = hotter. If more heat is required, increase RPM until desired temperature is reached. If the water is too hot, turn down heater control until desired temperature is reached. After system is used a couple of times the user will know where to set the heater control (usually full to hot) and what revs may be required. Vehicles biuilt after 1997 do not have heater control valves

Do’s and Don’ts

  • The pump can be run dry without damage, however this is not recommended for long periods.
  • Priming of the pump may be necessary when using an extended hose. If drawing water up a steep incline, a one way valve should be incorporated in to the source hose. A suitable one way valve is available.
  • The filter must be fitted to the source hose at all times. It can be unscrewed and cleaned easily. If a lot of water drawing is done from a sandy environment, a special Glind Sand Filter is available.

Note: Sand is the biggest destroyer of pumps. Ensure adequate filtering system used at all times.

  • When drawing water from a sandy area, ensure that the suction hose is suspended from the bottom to eliminate fine sand particles entering the filter and pump or use a sand filter.
  • Care should be taken to ensure pump is run dry after operation to prevent water leakage and resultant damage.
  • If the instructions are followed exactly and the Glind Aussie Car and Boat Shower does not heat the water properly, check that the vehicle thermostat is operating correctly - a faulty thermostat will stop the system from heating water.
  • Do not use pressurised water through unit i.e. directly from tap. This will damage the pump.
  • Do not mount pump in an area that is susceptible to water damage eg wet roads or deep water crossings. It must be mounted as high as possible in the engine bay. The pump is not a sealed unit and water damage will cause failure.

Fitting Instructions for the Quickfit and Shunt fittings

Before cutting heater hoses, ensure that there is no pressure or heat in the radiator, when cool, open cap, then replace it.
To fit the quick attach Shunt fittings with hoses attached into the vehicles existing heater line, the female coupling of shunt is joined into the heater feed line with the brass joiner supplied. Use the other joiner provided to connect the male coupling to allow correct flow. These fittings must always be connected and in the ON position except when connecting to or disconnecting from vehicle (refer to operating instructions).

Hints to get correct direction of flow through heat exchanger:

  1. The direction of flow is important. The coolant must flow into the H fitting on the shower rose end of the heat exchanger.
  2. The heater line can be cut either before it goes through the firewall or when it returns to the motor.
  3. The heat exchanger must have the full coolant flow through it. There must be no T pieces in the line between the heat exchanger and the motor i.e. from turbo cooler or gas fitting.
  4. Direction of flow: if a heater control valve is fitted, the flow runs from the motor to the valve. This means the return line has the coolant flowing towards the motor. The feed line from the motor always comes from the engine block either at the back of the motor or near the thermostat housing. The return line usually returns near to the water pump - suction side.
  5. On initial installation only, remove air from heat exchanger and hoses. To prime system, stand heat exchanger with the threaded shower rose fitting facing upwards. This places the inlet coolant port on the heat exchanger on the top.
    Turn the coupling tap to the ON position and fill with either water from a hose or your desired coolant. It is easy to use a garden hose and force water through the female coupling until there are no air bubbles coming from the coupling tap. Check coolant level twice after installation.
  6. The Shunt fittings connected to the external hardware are fitted in reverse to ensure correct coolant flow. That is, the male fitting is connected to the coolant in side (the fittng right beside the threaded shower rose fitting) and the female fitting is connected to the coolant out side.

Operating Instructions for the Quickfit and Shunt fittings

You must connect and disconnect the coupling a few times to understand its operation before use on a hot engine.

Caution: Coupling fittings can be very hot and must be held by insulated grips. When shower is stopped and re - started, initial water will be very hot.

To Disconnect: Slide the safety clip up and turn tap to OFF. Slide the safety clip back down to secure in OFF position. Disconnect coupling.

To Connect: Ensure the tap is secured in the OFF position. Slide the locking rings down and push firmly together, releasing locking rings. Only then, slide the the safety clip up and turn tap to the ON position. Slide the safety clip back down to secure.

Caution: If fitting for multiple vehicle use, ensure that coolants are compatible. If not, flush heat exchanger with fresh water & fill with water or your coolant before use.

To operate:

  1. Start and allow vehicle to idle to operating temperature
  2. Fit suction hose from carry case to water source.
  3. Turn heater control on if vehicle has a heater control valve and connect to 12 volt power.
  4. Adjust temperature with shower rose flow control button. To obtain hotter water, depress button slightly and to obtain cooler water, open to full flow. If more heat is required, increase the engines RPM until desired temperature is obtained. If water is too hot on idle, turn heater control down. After system is used a couple of times the user will know at what settings the vehicle requires. A bucket of water at any desired temperature can be obtained by simply placing the shower rose in the bucket and slowing the flow down with the flow control button and recirculating. The pump cam be run dry without damage. Always drain water from suction hose and shower hose before storage. Hoses stored in the carry case must always be connected in the run position to avoid coolant loss. Hoses in engine bay must always be connected in the run position as some vehicles have the heater line incorporated with the engine cooling system and they do not have a heater control valve. The only time the tap is turned to the OFF position is when the Shunt system is being connected to or disconnected from the vehicle.

Fitting Instructions for the Glind Little Ripper

  1. The heat exchanger has multiple mounting positions. It has four ports, each side is marked with either a H or an S. The S is for the shower water side and the H is for the heater line.
  2. Locate the main heater feed line. Prepare to cut this hose if possible at a point where the Heat Exchanger will be mounted, e.g. : firewall inside of mudguard etc. Affix the mounting bracket and Heat Exchanger in the selected position.

Note : The directional flow of the water must be as follows : H - H (the arrow on the Heat Exchanger denotes direction. Make sure before fastening the mounting bracket that outlet S (thread fitting) will be accessible for the attachment of the shower hose.

  1. The pump must be wired according to the diagram and ensure the 5 amp fuse is used.
  2. Attach the filter to the suction side of the pump with the hose clamp
    supplied. Note arrow on filter housing denotes flow direction.
  3. Attach the outlet hose to the outlet of the pump with the hose clamp supplied. Use ½" hose to connect from heat exchanger to the pump.
  4. On initial installation, an air pocket can remain in the Heat Exchanger, resulting in low shower water temperature. To clear air, raise engine revs to 1800 and turn on heater control. Undo the Heat Exchanger mounts and position the Heat Exchanger so that outlet port "H" is the highest point for a couple of minutes. This allows all air to be expelled from the Heat Exchanger.

Caution : Initial water from unit will be very hot.

Note : Please do not attempt to dismantle or change any of the brass fittings on the Heat Exchanger as it is totally sealed. His action will void the 24 month manufacturer’s warranty applicable from the date of purchase.

Fitting Instructions for the 240V Electric Tap Water Heater

  1. Install the product and connect the water according to installation sketch. (View Installation Sketch)

  2. Turn on the water source and switch the handle to both the "cold" and "hot" directions to let out water and check if there is any leakage at connections. (View Diagram)

  3. All electrical work must be installed by a licensed electrician. It must be installed to a doubled pole power point (GOP).

  4. Switch the handle to the "hot" direction and the heating indicator light is on, showing that the product is heating. Five to 10 seconds later, hot water flows out. Switch the handle to the cold direction and the heating indicator light is off. The product stops heeding and the heeding indicator light is off. (View Diagram)

  5. If the product has electric leakage protector (you may choose to buy such accessory), please test if the protector works properly after the electric circuit is correctly connected. When the power is on, press the "reset" button and the power indicator light is on. Then press the "test" button and the indicator light is off after the "click" sound. This shows that the protector is functioning normally and the installation process is over.