Elston Manufacturing, Inc.

Cargo Heaters

Elston heaters are available for heating cargo in a range of spaces from straight truck bodies to beverage truck to semi-truck trailers. Other models are available for heating the cabs of heavy equipment. All our heaters are thermostatically controlled and burn propane.

Safe, portable, and economical heat in a stand alone package. It can be easily rolled from one trailer to another to provide heat when and where you need it.

Produces clean, convenient heat at the flip of a switch. This forced air heater mounts on the front of trailers and straight truck bodies.

All of our Nose Mount Cargo Heaters & Roll-on Cargo Heaters meet DOT (Dept. of Transportation) and FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) standards for transportation of cargo by public highway

Our Catalytic Roll-on Heaters (CAT-118, CAT-700, and CAT-900) & vented version (H-LC-110V) can transport Class 3 (flammable liquids) and Division 2.1 (flammable gases) materials.

Code of Federal Regulations 2011 Title 49 part 177 for haul hazardous materials

DOT and FMCSA Code for Heaters used on any motor vehicle

Our Heaters

Cat Roll-on

Our Catalytic Roll-on Heaters (CAT-118, CAT-700, and CAT-900) & vented version (H-LC-110V) can transport Class 3 (flammable liquids) and Division 2.1 (flammable gases) materials.

Owners Manual

Nose Mount

This nose mount cargo heater runs off of 12 VDC or, when available, standard AC power (120 VAC). It is ideal for heating most types of cargo where heat is needed for extended periods when the truck or tractor is not providing power, such as overnights and weekends. If you need a similar product for use when hauling flammable liquids and gases see check out the LC-110V.

Owners Manual

Universal

The standard H-C-1R model operates on 12 VDC. An additional model, the H-C-24, runs on 24 VDC with an included 24 to 12VDC converter. Installation kits are available for a wide range of setups, including those replacing other companies' heaters and additional kits are possible.

Owners Maual

Heater & Accessories

X-Series Roll-On

Our X-Series Roll-on Cargo Heaters meet DOT (Dept. of Transportation) and FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) standards for transportation of cargo by public highway

Owners Manual

Series 32A Propane Bulk Tank

Maximize your range and cut down on fill ups with a 100 lb tank. Includes tank, valves, and mounting brackets but requires the parts in the HLC-S32I installation kit for a new installation. Can be used with the LC-110, HC-1, 118T, or CAT-118.

Installation Instructions

X-850 Venitlator

Allows a continuous supply of oxygen and improves air circulation. It is highly recommended for all heaters except the HC-1.

Parts List

More Accessories

Adjustable Mount

Quickly move one of our roll-on heaters from one trailer to another. Two models are available. The first, the C-980A, is designed for X-700 and CAT-700 roll-on cargo heaters while the second, the C-990B, is designed for the X-900 and CAT-900 heaters.

Parts List

X-1025 Single 20lb Bottle Carrier

Safely carry one 20 lb propane bottle (not included) under the floor of the cargo area when using the LC-110, HC-1, 118T, or CAT-118 heaters. Includes the bottle carrier, regulator, hoses, and fittings. Overall dimensions are: Height 20" x Width 14" x Depth 14"

Parts List

X-1050 Dual 20lb Propane Bottle Carrier

Safely carry two 20 lb propane bottles (not included) under the floor of the cargo area when using the LC-110, HC-1, 118T, or CAT-118 heaters. Includes the bottle carrier, hoses, fittings, and a regulator that automatically switches between tanks. Overall dimensions are: Heigth 22" x Width 28" x Depth 16"

Parts List

X-1200 Battery Box

Carry a battery to extend the run time of the accessories on your trailer when your tractor is off or disconnected. Power accessories such as lift gates, heaters, and cargo lights. Fits group 24M, 27 and 31 batteries. Other sizes are available on special order.

Installation Instructions

hlc-s31-installation Kit

Includes the regulators, copper tubing, brass fittings, and other parts necessary to connect any H-LC heater to a Series 32 tank. A great time saver since you will not need to run all over town getting parts.

Installation Instructions

Nortstar

Elston Manufacturing now offers a conversion kit for the old Northstar flameless heater. This kit includes

Control
Catalytic Pad
Pilot Light
Thermo-couple
Heat Shield
Igniter

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Elston Manufacturing, Inc.

Cargo Heaters

Our Heaters

Cat Roll-on

Nose Mount

Universal

Heater & Accessories

X-Series Roll-On

Series 32A Propane Bulk Tank

X-850 Venitlator

More Accessories

Adjustable Mount

X-1025 Single 20lb Bottle Carrier

X-1050 Dual 20lb Propane Bottle Carrier

X-1200 Battery Box

hlc-s31-installation Kit

Nortstar

HLC Troubleshooting 1 of 2 rev 3

HLC Troubleshooting 2 of 2 rev 3

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