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Much Improved Vision with ClearFast™ (Heated Fluid Washer System)
Technical Paper
2004-01-2649
ISSN: 0148-7191, e-ISSN: 2688-3627
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Abstract
The ClearFast™ heated fluid washer system provides 700% more heated fluid than other systems. The ClearFast’s unique dual heating elements provides instant (<12 seconds) and stored heated fluid. The efficient heating configuration uses the minimum electrical energy from the vehicles charging system. The first heated chamber (instant) quickly clears frost during initial vehicle start-up. The second heated chamber (stored fluid) provides quick windshield cleaning for snow/ice, dirt and bug residue while driving. The dual heating element allows the system to maintain a reservoir of heated fluid, but maximizes heating efficiency when the reservoir is depleted. The system requires only three simple electrical connections to the vehicle and is plumbed in-line between the washer pump and spray nozzles. The adaptive control software monitors not only the operating parameters of the system, but the health of the vehicle charging system to ensure undue strain is not placed upon it. This paper describes the design and operation of the ClearFast™ system, and the installation and experience on vehicles. Also discussed are performance test results, and comparisons showing how ClearFast™ out-performs other systems.
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