A lot of diesel heaters need a good high voltage when they start, to reach the correct temperature and make sure the plugs are glowing at a high enough temperature to light the flame. So it’s a good idea to always start the engine first – even if it does mean crawling out of bed for longer on a frosty morning – unless you’re on shorepower.

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