Customer ratings

4D Diesel Warm Air Heater / 12 V / 4 kW / incl. bracket

  • Advantages
  • Weight (4)
  • Power (5)
  • Operation (6)
  • Price/performance ratio (6)
  • Quality (5)
  • Mounting/Installation (5)
  • Disadvantages
  • Quality (1)
  • Mounting/Installation (1)
Martin M.
by Martin M. Flag of Germany 11/5/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 42915
Fast and good
The use in the large motorhome is optimal and brings a quick heat distribution, thanks to the integrated and adjustable fan with heat output regulation. The self-installation is done quickly with a little manual skill once you have located the appropriate installation location in the vehicle. Depending on how it is placed in the vehicle, the fan noise can be a bit annoying in the high power levels. The minimal fuel consumption does not affect the travel vehicle in any way.
Michael K.
by Michael K. Flag of Germany 10/16/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 42914
I am very satisfied, the exchange for the old Eberspächer heater went smoothly! The heating output is great, the noise can hardly be heard.
The heating was installed in a Bayliner motor yacht.
Michael K.
by Michael K. Flag of Germany 9/5/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 42914
I am very satisfied
She does what she is supposed to. she heats. The assembly was very easy.
Miroslaw P.
by Miroslaw P. Flag of Germany 11/4/2025 Verified purchase Variant: 42956
Control cable 1 m
The device is fine and does its job. What bothers me, especially at this price, is that the cable to the diesel pump is 5 meters long, while the instruction manual states it shouldn't be longer than 1 meter, and the control unit, which is supposed to be placed on the display, only has a 1-meter cable. A cable extension will cost another €75.
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  • Weight
  • Power
  • Operation
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  • Mounting/Installation
Rainer M.
by Rainer M. Flag of Germany 6/1/2024 Verified purchase Variant: 42948
fast and complete delivery, instructions available online
It would be nice if printed German assembly instructions were included in the delivery.
Silvan R.
by Silvan R. Flag of Switzerland 5/11/2023 Verified purchase Variant: 42948
Good and cheap
The heater has only been installed for two months, but so far it is doing an excellent job. The exhaust pipe included in the set is rather short. The suction through the diesel feed pump is also a little cumbersome.

All in all, I am very satisfied and can recommend the product.
Clément H.
by Clément H. Flag of France 4/27/2023 Variant: 42947
good heating
I installed this heater in a van fitted out on a Ducato L4. It heats very well even in negative. It uses very little fuel. In elec, 7A on ignition then 1.5 to 3A depending on the ventilation. On the other hand, the mounting bracket sold separately is essential for a clean and safe assembly. Very disappointed with the control command, the wheel works very badly and the panel comes off its support as soon as you touch it. It's really cheap so what is still sold 90 € alone! Count a good working day to install it.
Karsten H.
by Karsten H. Flag of Germany 9/26/2022 Verified purchase Variant: 42948
Good heater
Contrary to other information, the Autoterm does not fit on the Webasto mount. Definitely not on the old Air Top 32 that we replaced.
Otherwise, I would have been happy to hear that the supplied cable for the control unit, at 1.8m, is probably far too short for any boat. Would have saved me an extra lap.
Thomas B.
by Thomas B. Flag of Germany 6/8/2021 Verified purchase Variant: 42915
Quality with small flaws
The product description states that the Autoterm fits well as a replacement device for Webasto. Unfortunately, there is no information about which Webasto model. I had a Webasto HL 32 and it has completely different connections and fixings. The display of the control unit is unfortunately a little crooked in its housing. The fan makes a humming noise. Everything is still bearable but a little annoying. The price-performance ratio is still very good.
Jürgen E.
by Jürgen E. Flag of Germany 11/27/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 42915
Everything is SVB!!!
Products were delivered quickly and correctly. Ordering process uncomplicated and quick. Telephone service very friendly and competent. I like SVB !!!
Hans L.
by Hans L. Flag of Germany 3/12/2024 Verified purchase Variant: 42948
Heating works perfectly!
I don't like the Comfort Control control panel!
Smaller than shown in the pictures. In my opinion, the electronics are too playful and confusing! Can hardly be operated by spouses or fellow sailors!
The simple selector switch was understandable to everyone on the old Eberspächer heater!
Ventilation or heating from levels 1 to 6, that's it and understandable for everyone!
Michael P.
by Michael P. Flag of Netherlands 9/13/2021 Verified purchase Variant: 42915
Unfortunately, the quality of service is clearly too poor at the moment.
The product could not yet be used due to the lack of a control unit.
Marion M.
by Marion M. Flag of Germany 11/19/2019 Verified purchase Variant: 42915
User manual in German is missing
Installation instructions not available in German
Valerio G.
by Valerio G. Flag of Italy 3/11/2025 Verified purchase Variant: 42956
Not working error 13
After having the heater installed it only worked once, it seems to be of excellent quality, I will judge the product after having it fixed by a specialist, maybe it is just a minor problem
Simon R.
by Simon R. Flag of Guernsey 4/7/2021 Verified purchase Variant: 42915
Unreliable from the start
A seemingly good kit, well made parts etc. however after the first use of about 1 hour, the heater produces vast amounts of smoke and flames out. Restarting is now not possible. Unable to get a response from Planar UK for technical help. I would avoid this product
Karsten H.
by Karsten H. Flag of Germany 11/4/2025 Variant: 42956 in use on a Maxi Yachts International AB - Maxi 1000
It only worked 3 times.
Usable for only one season. Since then, it displays a "Communication Error" message. Autotherm support is no help. It's impossible to determine what's wrong. Not worth the money.
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Patrick S.
by Patrick S. Flag of France 2/4/2024 Variant: 42948
made in Russia
I don't know this material but I am surprised that SVB sells products made in Russia
Our answer
Bonjour Monsieur,

Au début du conflit en Ukraine, Autoterm a tout de suite réagi et a déplacé sa production à Riga, en Lettonie. Ce produit est alors dorénavant made in UE !
Giorgio L.
by Giorgio L. Flag of Italy 12/20/2023 Verified purchase Variant: 42948
Autoterm 4d
I installed the heater, it doesn't work.
Rolf B.
by Rolf B. Flag of Switzerland 12/29/2022 Verified purchase Variant: 42948
Diesel hot air heater 4D
I bought and installed the heater.
Unfortunately, the cable for the control unit is missing. I can't start the heater without a cable.
After calling several times that the cable is missing, unfortunately still nothing happened.
That was 5 weeks ago. I have never experienced such bad service.

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