Zodi X-40 User manual

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SET-UP

1. Select a clear flat area outdoors in well ventilated area away from flammable material. Remove heater, hoses & pump from gear bag.

2. Extend support legs by depressing button in leg bracket and twist legs downward until secure. Repeat for all 4 legs.

3. Securely connect propane regulator to 5 gallon propane tank. Securely position propane tank away from heater. Leave valve on propane tank in “OFF”

position. Check that Propane Valve on front of X-40 is also in the “OFF” position (Knob points to left and is locked).

4. Uncoil shower hose and secure showerhead in desired location. Check that shower hose and pump hose are free of kinks. Attach pump to hose.

5. Submerge 12 volt water pump in water. Connect pump to 12 volt power source. Water will flow from the showerhead.

6. Test instant ignitor by pushing ignitor button - you should be able to hear ignitor sparking (DO NOT TURN ON GAS VALVE). If ignitor is not sparking,

twist off ignitor cap and add AA battery - tip end inserts first, reattach cap and depress button.

7. If using padded gear bag as a water container, it is necessary to first position plastic bag inside gear bag to hold water. Position pump inside plastic bag

with suction end of pump away from plastic bag to prevent pump from attracting loose plastic bag around suction end of pump, which may lower water flow.

not proceed until

HEATING

1. CAUTION - WATER MUST BE FLOWING FROM SHOWERHEAD BEFORE IGNITING AND AT ALL TIMES WHEN HEATER IS ON. Heat OUTDOORS

only in well ventilated area. Turn propane tank gas valve to the “ON” or “OPEN” position. Ensure gas regulator is tight where connected to propane

tank and is not leaking gas.

2. On the X-40 control panel “Push in” the Propane Valve & turn left (so knob points down) while pushing in and holding the ignitor button for 5 seconds.

During ignition it is important to have ignitor depressed and sparking when gas valve is turned on. Keep hands, face, arms and clothing away from top and

bottom of X-40 shower during and after ignition. Always keep top of X-40 heater clear at all times.

3. Feel for HOT air rising from top X-40 heater. If still cool, DO NOT RE-IGNITE. Shut off Propane Valve, wait 1 minute and repeat step 2. If system still fails

to ignite, replace AA battery in ignitor by twisting ignitor cap off, (insert AA battery tip first) or place lit match in hole on side of heater while turning on gas

valve.

4. During heating periods you will see water dripping from bottom of heater - this is condensation and will occur every time the heater is on. Leaking will not

be present before igniting heater, but will occur when heater is on. Heater is NOT leaking, this drip is normal.

CAUTION

- housing gets very hot when heating - keep clear at all times when heating. Do not operate unattended. Do NOT ignite or operate heater

without water flow - water must be freely flowing from showerhead whenever heater is on.

SHOWERING

1. To change water temperature adjust Propane Valve knob on X-40 control panel. Changes will take about 30 seconds to be noticed at showerhead. Do

NOT heat water over 100ºF. The shower hose is extra long so you can stand a safe distance away from the X-40 heater during showering periods. Never

have the shower hose so taut that it may kink or cause the X-40 heater to tip over. If water is not hot enough, turn gas valve to full on (knob points down) or

recirculate water as described on page 2. If water is too hot reduce gas flow by turning gas valve knob slowly to left.

2. If water pressure suddenly drops, immediately turn showerhead away from body, safely turn off heater and allow X-40 heater to cool. Inspect the hoses

for kinks and check pump. Ignite heater only AFTER proper water flow has been regained. Stay clear of initial water flow - it may be hot after re igniting.

3. Never turn off water flow when heater is on. Water must ALWAYS freely flow from showerhead when heater is on. Never use non factory showerhead or

shower hoses. NEVER restrict water flow when heater is on. Do not modify or change showerhead or shower hose in any way.

4. X-40 is now ready for showering - for added convenience see accessories including the zodi shower shelter and shower pole at www.zodi.com.

SHUTDOWN

1. To shutdown, turn off propane gas valve on the X-40 control panel (point and locks in left position) and allow water to continue flowing for 30 seconds.

2. Allow system to cool before handling or storing.

3. After system has cooled position X-40 in covered area to protect system from rain or snow.

4. Drain water from hoses and heating coil.

5. Turn propane valve on top of gas cylinder to “OFF” and remove X-40 regulator from propane tank between uses.

6. In cold environments purge hoses and coil with air to prevent freeze damage.

7. Remove gas cylinder prior to transport.

8. Retract legs and coil hoses before placing in storage bag. Use caution as to not kink shower hose or pump hose when placing in storage bag. Prevent

damage to storage bag and other gear by wrapping X-40 with towel and placing inside plastic bag before storing in gear bag.

CAUTION: Improper use can result in injury or death. Zodi LLC not responsible for improper use.

PLEASE REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT AT WWW.ZODI.COM WITHIN 10 DAYS OF PURCHASE OR WARRANTY MAY BE VOID.

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Shower to any garden

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Congratulations! You have just purchased the BEST Instant water heater and portable hot shower available. To

ensure safety and to get the most performance from your new portable hot shower system, please read and fol-

low these directions. These directions are for the X-40 series and may reference options not found on your model.

Please register your warranty within 10 days of purchase at www.zodi.com.

12 volt pump

propane

regulator

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Low Water Pressure:

Low water pres

sure is usually d

ue to the

power supply

delivering less then 12 volts.

Other common low

water pressure problems include kinked

hoses, vapo

r locked

hoses

plugged pump

r the shower head being to high

above

pump

12 Volt Power:

Check that pump is connected to a good 12 volt

power source (battery or generator). Voltage below 12 volts will

cause the water flow to be reduced.

Kinked Hoses:

Check that pump hose and shower hose

are not kinked. Squeeze kinks from all hoses before use. Do not

use system with kinked hoses.

Vapor Lock:

If pump is workin

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he hoses are not kinked, and

water is still not spraying from the shower head, your system is

vapor locked. Vapor lock can be released by applying suction to

the shower head while pump is on and submerged in water

(Heater must be off).

Plugged Pump:

Occasionally the pump will get plugged with

debris in the water - remove pump cap and clean out input area.

Shower Head Height:

The shower hose is 16 feet long for con-

venience around camp. For best water flow keep shower head 6

feet or less above pump. To increase water flow reduce elevation

between showerhead and pump.

Gear Bag as Water Container:

If using padded gear bag as

a water container, it is necessary to first position plastic bag

inside gear bag to hold water. Position pump inside plastic bag

with suction end of pump away from plastic bag to prevent

pump from attracting loose plastic bag around suction end of

pump, which may restrict water flow.

Low Water Temperature:

Several factors contribute to cool

water temperatures. The most common is a low or empty

propane tank. For best performance use a full propane tank

stored at room temperature. High water flow or wind also reduce

water temperatures.

Check Propane Source:

The X-40 is designed t

o operate with

a full propane tank stored at room temperature. If propane source

is low or if the propane temperature is very cold, the X-40 heater

will not heat as hot as normal and it may be needed to recirculate

water.

Wind & Altitude:

The X-40 is designed to

operate in low wind

conditions and below 5,000 feet.

or best performance, safely

shield X-40 from wind. Above 5,000 the X-40 may not heat as hot

as normal and it may be needed to recirculate water.

Re-circulate Water:

The X-40 is able to

instantly

provide hot

water regardless of how cold the

water so

urce is, but sometimes

recirculating the water is helpful. T

o recirculate water, place the

recirculating the water is helpful. To recirculate water, place the recirculating the water is helpful. T

showerhead and pump in a water co

ntainer with 5 - 20 gallons

f water. Turn on the pump and

the

n the heater.

In just a few

minutes the water spraying from the shower head will be a com-

fortable temperature. By recirculating the water you are able to

still enjoy hot water with a cold or near empty propane tank or at

higher altitudes. Do not heat water over 100° or injury may result.

Follow directions found on page 4.

Condensation:

The water dripping from the bottom of the Hot

Tap during use is normal and will occur every time heater is on.

ater must be flowing from X-40 showerhead before igniting propane burner.

Water must always be flowing from X-40 showerhead when propane burner is on.

If water flow drops or water temperature increases, immediately point showerhead away from body and safely turn off

heater until water pressure is regained.

CAUTION

- water may be hot when water pressure is regained - keep clear of

showerhead until desired water temperature is obtained.

Do not heat water over 100°F.

System is not designed to heat water for human consumption.

Do not use indoors. The X-40 heater, like all propane systems emits deadly carbon monoxide fumes when operating.

Designed for outdoor use only. Improper use can result in injury or death.

Allow X-40 heater to completely cool before handling or storing & transport. Turn off gas valve on propane tank & discon-

nect regulator from propane tank between uses.

For best performance, shield system from wind and use propane tanks stored at room temperature.

In cold climates remove pump from water source and purge hoses with air after each use.

(To prevent damage to heating coil from freezing.)

Do not heat in confined areas. Heat only outside in well ventilated areas. Do not operate near any combustible sources.

Position propane tank clear of all heat sources. Do not store items on top of X-40. Keep clear of top and bottom covers

and housing during ignition and operation. Housing is HOT, do not touch.

Adjust water temperature with gas control knob located on front of X-40 near bottom of panel. If water is too hot reduce

gas flow using propane valve. If water is not hot enough, increase gas flow using propane valve on front of X-40 or recy-

cle water as defined on page 2. If using optional Garden Hose Adapter adjust water flow to 1 gallon or less per minute.

Water flows above 1 gallon per minute may result in lower then desired water temperatures.

If ignitor fails replace AA battery (tip end inserts first). If battery fails in field, place lit match through manual ignition hole

on back of system then turn on gas valve.

If using padded gear bag as a water container, it is necessary to first position plastic bag inside gear bag to hold water.

Position pump inside plastic bag with suction end of pump away from plastic bag to prevent pump from attracting loose

plastic bag around suction end of

pump, which may restrict water flow.

WARNINGS & CAUTIONS

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retractable

legs

gas valve

Instant Ignition

(needs AA)

carry handles

shower hose

& showerhead

top cover

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