BX25D Block heater question

[Mowbizz]

Recently had a factory, block heater installed while the BX was in for warranty work and it functioned great until yesterday when I had left it plugged in for a longer than usual time. Tractor started like the block heater never came on (typical cold start with the roughness and shuddering)
My question is do the block heaters have a sensor in them that shuts off at a certain temperature and doesn't turn it back on?

I will test it again today (big snowstorm here) and check to see if the engine is warm after one hour (as it has been in past uses) I'm hoping my heater didn't already crap the bed!
If it did, you can be sure they will be replacing it ASAP!

 

[Mowbizz]

Update: Went out to the garage to test the heater and after 15 minutes of being plugged in, could feel no heat at all on the unit. Called the dealer and they're coming to pick up the tractor this Wednesday and will turn it around either the same day or on Thursday. Pretty good service but I'm not sure about the confidence I have in the block heater after failing after a couple of weeks.

 

[hosspuller]

Did you check for power at the cord the heater is plugged into? Might save some embarrassment.

Always check the simple things ...:thumbsup:

 

[Mowbizz]

Did you check for power at the cord the heater is plugged into? Might save some embarrassment.

Always check the simple things ...:thumbsup:

Yeah...brought out a "clamp lamp" and checked outlets and cord...power was present. I'll use that lamp under the hood tomorrow to warm things up a bit before taking the tractor out to clean up this latest snow!

 

[Scooby074]

Is the short cord that leads to the BH plugged into the BH?

Ive had my BH for several years, no issues.

 

[Mowbizz]

Is the short cord that leads to the BH plugged into the BH?

Ive had my BH for several years, no issues.

Yes...all seems tight at the junction of the cord and heater. I'll check that again though...forgot that cord actually plugged in rather than hardwired...Thanks!

Looks as though that "plug" could be a weak link in the chain...closer inspection needed!

 

[number two]

I remember reading on the Kat's(5 Star Manufacturing)website not to run the engine with the block heater plugged in.And to wait a minute or two before starting.Apparently,the element is more easily damaged by engine vibrations when still hot.
I now make sure to unplug before starting,but who can wait?
Good Luck!

 

[Mowbizz]

I remember reading on the Kat's(5 Star Manufacturing)website not to run the engine with the block heater plugged in.And to wait a minute or two before starting.Apparently,the element is more easily damaged by engine vibrations when still hot.
I now make sure to unplug before starting,but who can wait?
Good Luck!

Yes, I always disconnect it before starting the tractor...thx for the reminder!

 

[HEC]

I remember reading on the Kat's(5 Star Manufacturing)website not to run the engine with the block heater plugged in.And to wait a minute or two before starting.Apparently,the element is more easily damaged by engine vibrations when still hot.
I now make sure to unplug before starting,but who can wait?
Good Luck!

Thanks for that info , I have had one for many years on the 5700 and it works great . Not sure I have always unplugged it first every time but will from now on for sure . I too thought the short wire from the heater was a direct connection until it came off and was sitting on top of a snow pile . I was using the bucket to push back some snow banks and was very lucky to see it .

 

[Mowbizz]

Well, the plug "looks" plugged in...and the Kubota dealer pickup man will be here this morning. Hopefully, they can find and fix the problem or replace the heater in the promised, turn around time.
Did I mention I HATE being without my BX??