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2. Block heater - Wikipedia

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   Testing in the 1970s of warm-up times for block heaters found little benefit in operating a block heater for more than four hours prior to starting a vehicle. [8] It was found that coolant temperature increased by almost 20 °C (36 °F) during the first four hours, regardless of the initial temperature.

3. Glow plug - Wikipedia

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   In a diesel engine, a glow plug (also spelled glowplug) is a heating device used to aid starting of the engine in cold weather.This device is a pencil-shaped piece of metal with an electric heating element at the tip.

4. Winter diesel fuel - Wikipedia

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   winterized diesel — the No.2 diesel has been treated with additives by the diesel supplier. As the treatment with additives (1:40000 [40]) is a cheaper way to enhance No.2 fuel in winter, most stations offer winterized diesel in cold weather conditions. In regions with colder weather, most gas stations offer No.1 fuel at the same pump ...

5. Gasoline heater - Wikipedia

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   Electricity is required to heat the ignition source, with systems designed to be compatible with 6-volt, 12-volt, and 24-volt automotive and aircraft electrical systems. Most gasoline heaters produce between 5,000 and 50,000 BTU per hour. A built-in safety switch prevents fuel from flowing unless the fan is working.

6. Thermal efficiency - Wikipedia

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   In contrast, in an internal combustion engine, the temperature of the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder is nowhere near its peak temperature as the fuel starts to burn, and only reaches the peak temperature as all the fuel is consumed, so the average temperature at which heat is added is lower, reducing efficiency.

7. How to safely use a space heater when it gets cold

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   If the space heater's plug or cord, the wall outlet or faceplate is hot, stop using the heater. Call an electrician to check the plug or faulty wall outlet, or a repair person if the cord is hot.