Heater Remote incredible

[Calisand]

On our way back from a long walk I thought I’d try to use our remote to turn on the heating half a mile from where we were parked. I didn’t really believe it would work but incredibly when we got to our van the heater was blasting away and the van was comfortably warm when we entered. Very impressed.

 

[WelshGas]

On our way back from a long walk I thought I’d try to use our remote to turn on the heating half a mile from where we were parked. I didn’t really believe it would work but incredibly when we got to our van the heater was blasting away and the van was comfortably warm when we entered. Very impressed.

It can work from a lot further if there are no significant electronic obstructions.

 

[mikeelawson]

It can work from a lot further if there are no significant electronic obstructions.

Does this come with new t6.1 vans as well?

 

[westfalia]

I tried it from a long distance once - not fussed if it worked
or not - and amazingly it had turned the heater on.

 

[WelshGas]

I tried it from a long distance once - not fussed if it worked
or not - and amazingly it had turned the heater on.

Worked from the Top of Pen y Fan.

 

[clarinetbcn]

I don't have a remote, but for those who do, doesn't the remote itself have green and red lights to either confirm that the signal has been received by the heater, or warn that it hasn't been?

 

[WelshGas]

I don't have a remote, but for those who do, doesn't the remote itself have green and red lights to either confirm that the signal has been received by the heater, or warn that it hasn't been?

It flashes green for 30 secs if it is within range and the Heater starts. If not within range it flashes green 2 or 3 times and then changes to red. No Heater start.
Switching Off, it just flashes red for 30 secs and heater switches Off. Never been out of range when switching Off so I don't know what it does if it cannot make a wireless connection.

 

[subthree]

Does this come with new t6.1 vans as well?

Yes.

 

[Cali Phillip]

Worked from the Top of Pen y Fan.

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I sense some competition for "longest range " is possible after this thread...
Measured that at 3km.

 

[Meoncoast]

I sense some competition for "longest range " is possible after this thread...
Measured that at 3km.

Or who's van heater can you turn on or off at a club meet from across the field. A good socially distanced activity.

 

[WelshGas]

Try Locking/Unlocking the Van using the Remote - Pressing the Remote against your Forehead. A great Range Extender.

 

[Bellcrew]

Try Locking/Unlocking the Van using the Remote - Pressing the Remote against your Forehead. A great Range Extender.

How many body parts were used before the forehead was found to be marvellous?

 

[Vagophile]

A while ago @Borris mentioned starting the heater by activating the remote control whilst sleeping in the van, which must work, or he wouldn't recommend it.
However, the manual states "The distance between the remote control and the vehicle must be at least 2 metres". Their italics, so must have some relevance.

 

[haydnw2]

How strange - I routinely use the remote when I don't want to venture out from under the duvet on chilly mornings.

 

[Borris]

A while ago @Borris mentioned starting the heater by activating the remote control whilst sleeping in the van, which must work, or he wouldn't recommend it.
However, the manual states "The distance between the remote control and the vehicle must be at least 2 metres". Their italics, so must have some relevance.

Tried and tested. It helps to be tucked up in bed though. The remote has often been operated from the very rear of the van without having to get up.

I must say though that I was unaware of the 2 metre rule and have used the remote in both the middle and the front of the van and it's always worked fine.

 

[mikeelawson]

Is the remote key something that is supplied with new t6.1 ocean?

Is the remote key something that is supplied with new t6.1 ocean?

Sorry just seen answer above

 

[Ocean Spirit]

I'm amazed by these experiences. I have only tried it from in doors in the morning before going to work.

 

[Hamish S]

Remote works fine in mine, upstairs or down.

 

[Scoots]

Successfully programmed mine to have the van warm after football last night. We lost 2-1 so having the the van toasty warm was the highlight of my evening.

 

[Wogga]

Try Locking/Unlocking the Van using the Remote - Pressing the Remote against your Forehead. A great Range Extender.

Does your tin foil hat act as a reflector?

 

[Elizabeth Silman]

It can work from a lot further if there are no significant electronic obstructions.

That's pretty amazing!!

 

[Noeleen]

The heater remote control is incredible on these frosty mornings.

But the heater itself makes the Cali utter luxury for changing in after my regular sea-swim. My swimming pals are getting a slagging about their Dry-Robes, while I quietly appreciate my fabulous space.

The travel restrictions have led to me exploring the very local area, and realising what a treasure the van is. It beats long journeys on motorways.