CAUTION!!!
The unit you purchased creates hydrogen which is an explosive gas and can be extremely dangerous. Use extreme caution when the HHO Generator is turned on and creating HHO. Repair any leaks in the system to ensure no HHO gas is escaping the generator or your vehicle. Do not connect the electrical connections directly to a battery or wire that receives electricity from your battery when the vehicle is not running. Doing so is extremely dangerous as hydrogen gas is being created but not used and therefore builds up to high concentrations. Only allow the HHO Generator to be on or creating hydrogen when it is properly installed in your vehicle and the vehicle is running.
Carefully follow the supplied installation instructions.
Installation and use of this product is experimental, use at your own risk. Highbidder5 and Ethics Autos LLC cannot be held liable or responsible for the installation or use of this product or any accidents or consequences thereof.
Installation Instructions:
1. Find a location in your engine compartment that is as far away from heat sources as possible. The overflow container must be positioned higher in relation to the generator inside the engine compartment. Find a location where this is possible. Also, the tubing leading from the generator to the bubbler must be on a constant up slope and never running parallel or down toward the ground to avoid gas collection in the line. Once you've found a location where this is possible mount the overflow container using the rectangular metal strip which is about 4 inches long. Then mount the generator using the mounting straps and screws. The overflow has three connections which allow it to be mounted in a parallel or perpendicular fashion, just make sure the red lid is on top. The connections have a round ball at the tips that will need to be cut off. Each application is different and it may take some creativity to make this all work. One of the best ways to mount the generator with the strap is to unscrew several of the nuts on the generator, insert one of the holes on the mounting strap over the generator bolt and retighten the nuts. The generator must have the valves facing up. Fasten the containers solidly so that the generator and overflow do not bounce or move when the vehicle is in motion.
2. Once the containers are secure cut two pieces of the supplied tubing to length and connect one loose end of each of the tubes to the valves on the generator. Then connect the other ends of the tubing to the bottom two connections of the overflow. The overflow comes supplied with three round springs that are to be used to ensure a tight connection of the tubing over the overflow connection. Be sure to use these springs on each of the three overflow connections. Once the connections are made it should create a flow through circuit which allows the liquid in the overflow to circulate down into the generator, through the generator, up the other side of the generator, and back into the overflow tank.
3. Next, fill the overflow/bubbler with distilled water by removing the red lid. Distilled water is best because it helps keep the generator cleaner but regular tap water works as well. Keep filling the overflow until the water has filled up the generator and the overflow is filled halfway. While filling, mix a teaspoon or more of electrolyte intermittently into the overflow while filling it with distilled water. I recommend using KOH (potassium hydroxide) or NaOH (sodium hydroxide) as an electrolyte instead of baking soda. KOH keeps the water cleaner, stays in the water longer and produces more HHO. KOH can be purchased on eBay.com and the seller should have suggestions on the amount to use. KOH and NaOH are extremely caustic and should not be touched or breathed in any form. Baking soda may also create deadly gasses when used in a hydrogen generator so if you choose baking soda BE CAREFUL and use at your own risk.
For regular maintenance keep the level of Hydroxy mix (distilled water and either baking soda, KOH, or NaOH) in the overflow/bubbler filled between half full and the bottom row of words that create a square on the side of the overflow container. This method works whether the overflow/bubbler is mounted vertically or perpendicular. Once the level of Hydroxy mix has decreased down to the bottom row of words it is time to refill the overflow to half full or slightly above.
After enough hydroxy mix has been added insert the round gasket into the lid and re-install the lid. An air tight seal should be achieved. If it is not, it is advised that you use duct tape or other means to ensure the lid is tight and the HHO does not escape. The reservoir/bubbler provided in the kit usually does not create an air tight seal just with the round gasket and lid, therefore additional work is usually needed to ensure the seal. Other reservoirs come with a screw on lid but they are much more expensive and take up a lot more room. We use these reservoir/bubblers due to their low cost which we pass on to our customers which in turn helps more people to be able to afford to join the Hydrogen Revolution.
4. Disconnect your vehicles battery starting with the black negative wire.
5. Once the battery is disconnected locate a non-constant positive wire that is charged only when your vehicles ignition is in the #2 position (one position before the ignition is engaged and your car starts) or on. The two most popular options for this are the windshield wiper motor and daytime running lights. Use the tap splice to connect the black wire from relay pin #85 to the non-constant wire (pictured below).
Connect the black wire on relay pin #86 to a ground connection which can be the firewall, engine block or negative connection on the battery.
Connect the red wire from relay pin #30 to the positive + side of your battery.
Connect the red wire from relay pin #87 to the positive + side of your cell which is the single red wire that protrudes from the top of the cell.
Connect the ground wire from the negative (-) side of the cell to a ground connection which again can be the firewall, engine block, or negative battery connection. There are two black negative wires that protrude from the top of the cell. These negative wires can be connected together and then connected to a negative for convenience. The negative wire supplied for this connection is the black electrical wire that has two terminal connections on each end and is NOT connected to the relay.
Be sure to route all wires away from heat sources such as the exhaust manifold or exhaust pipes.
8. Drill a hole in the intake system of your engine just after the air cleaner. The intake system just after the air cleaner should be plastic and easy to work with. Drill the hole just large enough to fit the supplied tubing which should be a 7/16 drill bit or the closest available. Cut a length of supplied tubing to size and connect one end to the top connection of the overflow tank. Use the last round spring to ensure a secure fit of tubing over the overflow connection. Insert the other end onto the flashback arrestor. On the free side of the flashback arrestor cut more tubing and connect to the flashback arrestor and then about inch into the hole in the intake and secure by gluing with some type of strong flexible glue such as Amazing Goop: Plumbers. A vacuum seal is important throughout this system so that the engine can use its vacuum to pull out the hydrogen from the bubbler.
If you are mechanically inclined you may add a Y adapter to this tube before it enters the air intake and route one tube into the air intake and the other into the intake manifold. Engines produce different vacuum pressures at different locations depending on the engines RPM's. By connecting to the air intake AND the intake manifold it allows the HydroSaver to be under the highest vacuum pressures created by the engine at all RPM's. Therefore, making sure all of the available HHO gas is being sucked into the engine for use.
9. Reconnect your vehicles batter and YOU'RE DONE!!!
How to Determine the Right Amount of Electrolyte
To determine the appropriate amount of electrolyte start with one teaspoon of electrolyte per gallon of distilled water with the unit installed in your vehicle.
1. Start your vehicle with the HydroSaver unconnected from the power source and the HHO output hose not connected to the air intake. If you've already created a hole in the intake system, plug the hole temporarily. Note your engines RPM's without the unit connected.
2. Connect the HydroSaver to the electrical connections you've created from the installation instructions. Do not attach the HHO output hose from the generator to your vehicle yet. Note the engine RPM's with the unit running but not injecting HHO to the engine.
3. Now connect the HHO output hose from the generator into your air intake. Wait 30 seconds and note your engines RPM's.
If your engine RPM's return to the level they were in step 1 or higher then you have a positive energy return relationship. Add more electrolyte and repeat steps 1 through 3. Continue this process until you've added too much electrolyte. You know you've added too much electrolyte when the amount of amps pulled from your system has a worse affect than the positive affect of the HHO. The sign that you've reached this point is when in step 3 the engines RPM's do not return to where they were in step one. Once you've found this point thin out the electrolyte concentration by adding more pure distilled water. To get the exact amount of distilled water to add divide 768 by the number of teaspoons you added right before you found your negative energy return number. Whatever number you get add that number of teaspoons of pure distilled water.
Here's an example:
1. After following steps 1 through 3 I found that my RPM's didn't return to normal at 15 teaspoons of electrolyte. Since they did return to normal (or close to) at 14 teaspoons then I divide 768 by 14. 768/14 = 54.86 so I add 55 teaspoons of pure distilled water to my electrolyte mix.
To make it easier I know that one cup is 48 teaspoons so I add a little over one cup of distilled water.
You should now be getting 20% - 60% better fuel economy!
To do gas mileage tests fill your vehicle on a particular gas pump. Reset your trip odometer. Drive a route that brings you back to this same pump. Fill your vehicle the same way you did the first time. Now divide the number of miles your drove by the gallons of gas it took to fill your tank. You should be getting much better gas mileage now!
If your gas mileage has not improved at least 20% first make sure that all the electrical connections are connected properly. A quick way to do this is to check the generators when the vehicle is running. If the electrical wires are connected properly you should see a white haze forming in the upper half of the water in the generator. If this does not happen make double check all the connections and make sure the wire you spliced into off your car has power going to it.
If the generator is working make sure that you have a vacuum tight seal on all parts of the system. A vacuum leak in the lids or connections can sabotage any results. If there is a leek, cover it with Plumbers Goop or like glue and let dry before use.
If everything seems to be connected and working properly and you still aren't getting at least 20% better mpg than you may need an EFIE or Map Sensor adjustor. One of these can be easily purchased off eBay.com for about $30.
Once you have purchased, installed and tuned the EFIE adjustor I'm confident you'll be getting much better than even 20% better mpg.
MAP/MAF Sensor Enhancer or EFIE (Electronic Fuel Injection Enhancer)
Even if you are receiving an acceptable increase in gas mileage a Map Sensor or EFIE my still be appropriate for you. Modern vehicles are completely computer controlled and when a hydrogen system is installed the computer can sometimes think the engine is getting too much air and actually increase the amount of gas it sends to the engine. Even if this is not the case and your fuel economy has improved the engine is still most likely using too much gasoline because it doesn't realize it doesn't need as much to run properly. A Map Sensor or EFIE simply tells your computer to send less gasoline to the engine since you don't need as much anymore. Obviously this can have dramatic affects on fuel mileage!
Maintenance:
Inspect your system regularly after you first install it. Make sure all electrical connections are tight, especially the large terminals on the generators. Look to see if there are any cracks in your vacuum tubing or if any of the tubing has been exposed to high temperatures and melted. If it has than replace it immediately and route away from heat sources. Also, make sure the nuts on the generator haven't come loose which can allow leakage.
Check the water level in the generators every few weeks or better yet every time you fill up. Once the water level has declined to the bottom row of words that create a square on the side of the overflow tank it is time to refill. Simply mix a teaspoon or more of baking soda per gallon of water. Anywhere from teaspoon to a full cup of electrolyte can be used. Mixing more baking soda or other electrolyte does produce more hydrogen, however it also makes the unit run hotter and use more amperage. Using less baking soda produces less hydrogen but also helps it run cooler and use less amps. You can experiment with the amount of baking soda to figure out what amount gives you the best gas mileage and is still safe for the unit and your car. You can also use KOH (Potassium Hydroxide) which works better than baking soda in several ways. KOH can be purchased on eBay and the seller should have suggestions for use.
It is advisable to rinse out the containers every few months or as needed. Electrolysis can produce a rust or brown colored material that collects at the bottom of the generator and can even turn the water somewhat brown. This is normal and to be expected, cleaning the generator out every few months is all that is necessary. To clean out the unit remove it from the vehicle, undue the nuts and bolts and rinse between each plate and gasket set.
If KOH was used as an electrolyte use extreme caution and do not let any of the hydroxy mix come into contact with your skin, eyes or etc. When you purchase KOH it should come with a warning label and the proper handling suggestions. KOH is extremely caustic and can cause severe burns so take NO shortcuts when handling and disposing of it. Also, please follow all local and federal laws regarding any and all chemicals used.
Winter
When temperatures reach the freezing mark add one cup of methyl alcohol to every gallon of the mix of water and baking soda or KOH. It will reduce the amount of Hydrogen a little but it will keep the water from freezing to about 15 degrees. If temperatures in your area get below 15 degrees you may use windshield washer fluid which is mostly water anyhow. To figure out how much methyl alcohol or windshield washer fluid to use, find an anti-freeze tester in the automotive parts department of most major chains. The tester allows you to siphon a small amount into the tester and it will tell you what temperature the liquid will freeze. If temperatures get colder than the freezing temperature of your mix than add more methyl alcohol or windshield washer fluid depending on temperature range. The effects of adding methyl alcohol to the hydroxy mix is undocumented so use at your own risk of property or person.
What if I have a leak?
If by the unlikely chance your HydroSaver has a leak there are a few simple steps that you can follow to ensure there is a proper seal.
1. A gasket may have gotten dislodged during shipping etc. To fix this, simply disassemble the plates and gaskets and make sure the gaskets cover at least 1/16 of an inch before the edge of the metal plates on both sides of the plates.
2. The bolts may need tightened to ensure a proper seal between all the plates and gaskets. Tighten the bolts in a crisscrossing pattern similar to a car wheel. Tighten in small increments and avoid over tightening, although the plexiglass has 16,000 PSI tinsel strength this pressure can be exceeded if severely over tightened or tightened unevenly causing a fracture. We are not responsible for any fractures that occur on the plexiglass.
It's as simple as that! Enjoy Your Great Fuel Economy!!!