Enjoy hot water in any climate for your outdoor bathroom or kitchen when you’re away from the comforts of home with the Smarttek Black Smart Hot Water System from Smarttek.
This unit has been tested over 12,000 cycles to ensure that you can assemble, dismantle and use it over and over without a hassle. With two capacities available, the Smarttek Black produces 4.3L per minute of constant water flow with the included pump (up to 6L per minute maximum with an optional larger volume pump) and comes with a premium shower head with on/off twist control and two pressure settings. The Smarttek Black is built to last in the harsh Aussie climate, so it has a stainless-steel finish and a double powder coated rear housing. The LCD temperature display lets you set the perfect temperature, the temperature safety cut off switch prevents you from getting scalded, and it’s super easy for you to set up.
Just hang it up, connect the gas bottle with the hose, connect the shower hose and rose to the water outlet valve, connect the water source to the water inlet valve, insert two included batteries and you’re ready to go. Get dependable and portable hot water when you’re camping or caravanning, with the Black smart hot water system from Smarttek.
can you run this from a 3/8 sae 4kg bottle direct to the 3/8 gas inlet?
G'day Scott,
This Smarttek system uses a 3/8 SAE hose from the appliance to an LCC27 fitting to the gas bottle, the current hose wouldn't fit to a smaller gas bottle with a 3/8 fitting. You will need an adaptor to make this work, the Gasmate 3/8" BSPP LH TO LCC27 adaptor would work to connect this hose to the 4kg gas bottle.
Does anyone know or is Smarttek confident about the temp rise being at least 40c above ambient on max gas/min flow winter setting - i ask because i will be camping at place where water temp will be just above zero, and i need 40c water to be comfortable
G'day Aaron,
Yes, Smartek is confident in its design, with the maximum water temperature of 42C above ambient. When the water is colder the unit will consume more gas but can reach the temperature you're indicating.
Is this heater ok to leave out side when its raining, I guess the question is, is it water proof.
G'day David,
Smarttek hasn't got an official waterproof rating on the unit, they have however indicated that it is dust, wind and rain shock resistance. As there isn't any official rating, I'd recommend moving the unit under cover if it's raining.
I assume this pump is for fresh water only? As in, not to be used for salt water if using on a boat?
G'day Sarah,
Yes, this is correct, the pump is designed for freshwater use only. They've not been designed for use on boats, or with salt water.
Hi is the shower rose included or sold separately?
G'day Todd,
Yes, the shower rose is included with the 4.3Lpm System. It is supplied with a 2m shower hose, but you can purchase an optional 5m shower hose too.
Can the HWS unit be powered by 12V instead of batteries (referring to the HWS unit itself, not the pump)?
G'day Greg,
The only thing the batteries on the unit itself are required for are the ignition, so, unfortunately, that can't be powered by 12V. It takes 2 x D-cell batteries, which will generally last quite a long time, and they're only powering it at start-up.
Hi, is it possible to order this unit with the higher volume - 6lpm - pump, or does it need to be bought separately meaning we would have two pumps, one of which we would never use. Thanks
G'day Greg,
If you're wanting a high volume 6Lpm pump then you can purchase that combination directly, so that you only end up with one piump. You can find the 6Lpm version here.
Can you remove the regulator from the standard hose and replace it with smarttec type 2 quick fit and connect it straight to my already regulated camper gas system.
G'day Tom,
You can connect this unit directly to a campers bayonet system by removing the hose and regulator. The gas fitting on the unit is 3/8" SAE, so you will likely already have a hose that will do the trick, if you don't have a hose then you can find them here. The quick connects aren't needed, but you could use those in the system too if you want an easier and quicker system set up.
Can you screw on a regular garden hose fitting to the hot water outlet?
G'day Paul,
You can attach a regular garden hose to the water inlet, however, the outlet will only fit the supplied 2m stainless steel hose and showerhead.
Is it possible to connect to a garden/caravan mains tap? Or does it only operate using water supplied via the 12v pump?
G'day Ben,
Yes you can operate the Smarttek Black Unit using mains water with standard hose fittings.
Is it possible to run straight cold water through the heater? I only need shower temp or cold for filling water bottles etc. Is this possible or do the injectors need to be running for the system to work?
G'day Dave,
I've just given our display model a go with the gas switched off and it will still run, however, I'm not sure it's something Smarttek would recommend. I'm not sure what you plan to do with the water bottles, but the pump and hoses aren't designed for pumping drinking water if that was your plan.
i imagine if the pump can draw from various sources then if i showered in say a large trug then i could re draw the used water and shower all day for no excess water usage.
G'day Chris,
Great question! It's not recommended to continuously recycle soapy water as it may cause issues with the pump over time, which could void the warranty. If you do choose to recycle the water then a 'soapless' soap such as wilderness wash would be a good option.
I have been told that it may not be to Australia standards
G'day Nicholas,
Yes the Smarrtek Hot Water System does meet Australian Standards. It's certified under the AS2658, you can read more about this over on the Smarttek FAQ's page.
Can this be purchased without the pump?
G'day Henry,
All of the Smarttek Hot Water Systems are supplied with a pump, so, unfortunately, no you won't be able to get your hands on just the unit itself from us direct, but you might be able to chat directly with Smarttek to see if they have any option available
Is the pump submersible or does it use two lengths of hose either side, one to water source and one to the unit? If submersible, does the pump size fit through the opening of a standard 20L jerry can?
G'day Liam,
The pump has two lengths of hose, one on either side of the pump. The hose used to draw the water has nothing on the end of it, so yes you can submerge it in a standard jerry can.
The pump comes with alligator clips for connection to the car’s battery but what other options are there for powering the pump? 1. Is connection to 12V power via a cig socket possible with the included cable? 2. Is connection to 240V power possible with the included gear?
G'day Liam,
The Black Smart Hot Water System pump is supplied with a cable that will connect using alligator clips, so if you wanted to connect it using a cig plug then you'll need to grab a Multi Cable Pack , which includes a cigarette plug, Anderson, alligator plugs and a 2.5m cable with switch.
I’m looking for a unit I can hang from a roof rack on the side of my 4WD when parked and in use. I assume the back of this unit has a simple hanging point if one wanted to avoid the proprietary stand?
G'day Liam,
Yes, there is a U-shaped handle on the back of the unit so you can hang it over something, or use it to attach to your roof rack using some clips or clamps.
Is there any reason why the unit wouldn’t work if connected to a 3/8 inch gas bottle instead of POL by using either an adaptor or different hose?
G'day Liam,
You can absolutely connect the Smartttek Black Smart Hot Water System to a 3/8" bottle, you'll just need to run it through a 3/8" BSP LH to POL adapter.
Can it suck water from creeks or other sources? Or only a tank?
G'day Raff,
Yep! This system can suck water from creeks, dams or other water sources, aswell as tanks or mains. It has pretty versitile application. The Smarttek Black Smart Hot Water System pumps water a distance of 10m, over a maximum 3m rise.
Just as an addition, if you creek or other natural water source is particularly muddy, its recommended you invest in a Smarttek Hot Water System Filter