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Companion AquaHeat Lithium Gas Shower
Companion AquaHeat Lithium Gas Shower
Features & how to use
Details & Specs
Bringing the best of new-age technology to their products, Companion’s AquaHeat Lithium Gas Shower will elevate your comfort while camping.
With an integrated and rechargeable Lithium battery, you can get between 60-120 minutes of run time off a full charge. Add in the 2L per minute flow rate and the built-in gas regulator with BOM connection provides the ability to use either a propane cartridge or a ULPG cylinder (with a separately available hose). The quick-connect fittings make attaching the 1.5m pump hose and 2.5m shower hose hassle-free and no worries if you get caught out with a flat battery. The AquaHeat allows you to recharge while showering by operating directly from the included 2V DC lead and connector or a separately available AC adaptor. There’s a digital display control panel, so one glance will provide inlet temp, outlet temp, battery charge level, and an on/off dial. There’s also an auto-ignition one-touch switch on the showerhead for greater control and convenience.
Giving you hot water in seconds, anywhere, anytime, the AquaHeat Lithium Gas Shower from Companion is a super easy solution to keeping clean while camping.
- Slimline design with moulded handle
- Integrated rechargeable Lithium battery
- Up to 2 hours run time from battery
- 2 litres per minute water flow
- Digital display control panel
- Autoignition one-touch shower head control
- Quick connect fittings
- Built-in gas regulator with BOM connection
- Recharge while in operation
- Compatible with propane cartridge or ULPG cylinder
- 12V 5m DC lead and connector included
- 1.5m pump hose included
- 2.5m shower hose included
- Max. temp output 50°C (+/- 2°C)
- 4-5 hours recharge time from flat
- Compatible with separately available AC adaptor
External Dimensions:
44.2L x 16.3W x 38H cm
Packed Dimensions:
53L x 22W x 45H cm
Weight:
7.5 Kg including accessories
Shower Hose Length:
2.5 Metres
Pump Hose Length:
1.5 Metres
Cable Length:
5 Metres
Material:
Plastic Case | Silicone
Pump:
Electric
Fuel Type:
Propane | Non Re−Fillable Cartridge | ULPG
Fuel Consumption:
18.57 Mj/h
Ignition:
Automatic
Gas Fitting to Appliance:
BOM/UNEF
Input Power:
12V DC − 5A
Batteries:
Integrated Rechargeable Lithium
Run Time:
Up to 2 Hour
Max. Heat Output:
50°C
Flow Rate:
2 L/min
Warranty:
3 Year
Supplier Code:
10000052
Snowys Code:
149467
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Q&A's (33)
Jerry Can/Water Source1 answer
FYI - Bunnings sell a 25L Wide Mouth water barrel and a 30L Wide Mouth squarish water barrel that the pump from this fit into, easily. I have the 30L and use that one - works awesome :) Sorry for mentioning another company Snowys Staff :) It's just to help out anyone looking for a better jerrycan to use with this rather than constantly re-filling buckets :)
David - Brisbane City, QLD (9 months ago)
Thanks for the feedback, David.
Lauren - Snowys(9 months ago)
Rain1 answer
Can I use this item in the rain
Hayley - Kotara South, NSW(11 months ago)
G'day Hayley,
No, this unit isn't waterproof - you'll need to keep the body of the heater out of the rain or protect it from getting wet as much as possible.
Lauren - Snowys(11 months ago)
Joolca Off Grid Plumbing1 answer
Could you use the Joolca Off Grid Plumbing to filter river or lake water into a bucket that the Aquaheat pump sits in?
Paul - Peakhurst, NSW (1 year ago)
G'day Paul,
Cant see why not? The only issue that there could be is if the flow rates are different and you're getting an overflowed bucket, or empty bucket.
You should be able to fine tune this on the AquaHeat though, so should largely be able to offset it
Lauren - Snowys(1 year ago)
Filter1 answer
Does the pump have a filter if you wanted to use river water?
Nick - 3037(2 years ago)
G'day Nick,
There is not a filter on the pump and in the manual it advises not to use water from rivers, lakes or the ocean.
Lee - Snowys(2 years ago)
9kg Bottle1 answer
The user manual states that you can only use a BOM fitting or a hose with a 3/8 thread...I am a little unsure why this is the case considering my understanding was the pressure inside a 9kg with a POL and a smaller bottle with a 3/8 was the same.
James - Greensborough, VIC (2 years ago)
G'day James,
Its a requirement of the Australian Gas Association for gas products to be used with the attachments and equipment provided, as this is how the product has been safety tested.
Aftermarket hoses and adapters arent covered for use under the product warranty, and they also come with an increased chance of risk/gas leaks.
Ofcourse adapters, etc are widely used by campers but this is an individual choice as opposed to being recommended - if that makes sense.
The provided hose and a 3/8th to POL adapter would be what you're after if that was something you wanted to pursue. Bear in mind that POL is now defunct, although there are still some swap and go's with that fitting still floating around. LCC27 is the current fitting, so possibly 3/8th to LCC27 for the future.
Lauren - Snowys(2 years ago)
Companion Aqua heat 1 answer
Hi. Can I purchase a replacement battery?
Ann Heaton - Australind, WA(2 years ago)
G'day Ann,
We don't sell the batteries separately although you can get spare parts with the supplier. Call the Adventure Operations/ Companion service team on 1300 362 921 and they should be able to help with a spare battery.
Kaya - Snowys(2 years ago)
Battery 1 answer
Can the battery be charged with the solar panels from the same brand?
Josey - Berwick, VIC (2 years ago)
G'day Josey,
It would need an extra adaptor to connect to a Compnaion Solar Charger, you would need to use the 12V Plug/Cord that's provided and connect it to an Anderson Plug to 12V Socket (this one is from Supercheap Auto). Then connect the Anderson side to the regulator on the Solar Panel/Charger.
This should allow you to charge the unit via a Solar Panel. The unit should also be switched on to charge the battery.
Kaya - Snowys(2 years ago)
Cold/Hot water1 answer
Can you pump cold water with it without removing the gas bottle? I want to use this to pump kitchen water and choose to use hot water when I want to
Tao - Eastwood, NSW(2 years ago)
G'day Tao,
Yes, you can. We have these set up with the 12v showers on display instore, with a barrel of cold water. If you don't have gas connected, they'll just cycle cold water.
Hope that helps.
Lauren - Snowys(2 years ago)
Companion Aquaheat1 answer
Hi can you recycle your shower water & re use the same water a few times with this unit or will it affect the pump. Also does it come with a spare fuse when you purchase the unit?
Chris - Forestville, NSW (2 years ago)
G'day Chris,
It's recommended to use clean water through this unit, you can recycle the water as long as it is fairly clean. This unit doesn't have a filter so if you were to use dirty water it could affect the pump. The Companion AquaHeat doesn't come with a spare fuse but the size needed is a 5A 250V (5mm x 20mm), the fuses are located in the cigarette lighter and pump power inlet.
Kaya - Snowys(2 years ago)
Jerry can1 answer
Guys can you tell me if pump will fit into a pro quip 22ltr large mouth jerry can?
Dave - Wandong, VIC(3 years ago)
G'day Dave,
I don't have one of those jerry can here at the moment to double check the measurements, but the Pump Housing has a diameter of about 6cm. Unfortunately, it is a little too large to fit in the majority of Jerry Cans.
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
The Aquaheat unit, is it waterproof?1 answer
The Aquaheat unit, is it waterproof?
Arthur - Landsborough, QLD (3 years ago)
It's not specifically waterproof, Arthur, a vey light shower now and then will be ok but it ideally needs to be kept out of or used under something that will protect it from the rain.
Ben - Snowys(3 years ago)
Gas connection1 answer
Hi there, I tried fitting the companion hose to a 9kg bbq gas cylinder, but the connection isn’t compatible. Am I missing an additional part?
Aiden - Jacana, VIC(3 years ago)
G'day Aiden,
The AquaHeats don't come with a gas hose, so I'm not sure which companion hose you have purchased sorry. It also depends on what connection you have on your gas bottle - 3/8th BSP, POL, or LCC27 are the ones currently in circulation.
If you are able to get in touch with those details, we'd be happy to advise you further.
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
Compatibility with the 2 kg propane blue gas bottle1 answer
Hi there I have purchased a 2 kg lpg gas bottle. This is different from normal 4 & 9 kg bottles with the adaptor. Could I use this with the companion heater? . Given the canisters are butane and the lpg is propane are there any issues with heating output and safety?
David - Hawthorndene, SA (3 years ago)
G'day David,
I'm not sure which canisters you are referring to that are Butane, but this unit is only compatible with Propane and LPG.
If you want to run this unit with a larger LPG cylinder, you'll just need to pick up an additional gas hose thats compatible with your gas bottle fitting. I'm assuming being a 2kg bottle that it's a 3/8th BSP fitting, in which case you'll be needing one of these.
Hope that helps, give us a buzz on 1300 914 007 if I've missed the mark on your question &/or you need further info.
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
Pump cutout1 answer
Does the pump automatically turn off when you shut the water off at the shower rose?
Paul - Yarrabilba, QLD(3 years ago)
G'day Paul,
It doesn't, no. The switch on the shower rose simply stops the flow of water. The pump will run 100% of the time, if you want it to stop you'll need to turn the unit off.
Hope that helps.
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
Parts1 answer
Can you buy the hose connections separately? Or is it a type of adaptor sold elsewhere?
Doot - Elanora Heights, NSW (3 years ago)
G'day Doot,
I assume you're referring to the hoses that are connected to the shower head and pump unit?
Companion Brands sells replacement parts for these units, so if you have troubles with the shower head, or pump then these can be purchased separately. You can reach them via their contact us form here.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
Transport on its side instead of upright 1 answer
Is it possible to transport or store it on its side instead of upright?
Esther - Hamilton, SA(3 years ago)
G'day Esther,
I've been through all the product information, including safety and general warnings - there's no mention of needing to store or transport this unit upright, so you shouldn't have any issues.
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
Indoor use?1 answer
Can this be used inside a campervan?
Heather - Rangeville, QLD(4 years ago)
G'day Heather,
Portable gas appliances should never be used in an enclosed space.
These need to be set up outside only. If you have a window or doorway, or something to feed the actual shower head through and have that inside, you can - but the actual hot water unit/burner itself must be outside.
Lauren - Snowys(4 years ago)
Can heat on battery?1 answer
Is the gas necessary, or can it heat the water by battery power alone?
Glenn - Lawnton, QLD(4 years ago)
G'day Glenn,
Great question. The powered component of this unit if to operate the pump for circulating water only. The heating can only be provided by the gas flame, much like instant hot water systems in a residential home. Without gas, you could be brave a take a Wim Hoff cold shower!
Lauren - Snowys(4 years ago)
Size compared to smarttek1 answer
Hi team i have the smart tek unit, are these similar in size when in the bag?
Pedr - Bunyah, NSW(4 years ago)
G'day,
The sizes when all packed in the bag are similar, the Smartek will be a tad larger but narrower, whereas the Aquaheat is a tad smaller but wider.
Hope that helps!
Lauren - Snowys(4 years ago)
AC Adaptor 1 answer
Hi, can I use the AC adaptor from my companion lith 70 power station to charge this? I’m pretty sure it has a different input fitting, if so, can I just find that single cable fitting instead of buying the whole AC adaptor? Thank you
Leah - Berwick, VIC(4 years ago)
G'day Leah,
No you can't. The AquaHeat and Rover are completely different products and require different power inputs.
Whilst you may be plugging them both into 240V power, the black transformer box produces different Amps and Voltages specific to the accessory you are charging.
You will need to purchase the correct charger for the AquaHeat.
Lauren - Snowys(4 years ago)
External Water Pump1 answer
Is it possible to use a water pump which is already fitted on my vehicle?
Chris - Newcastle, NSW(4 years ago)
G'day Chris,
No, the AquaHeat Lithium Gas Shower can only be used with the supplied water pump.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Pump Head1 answer
Will the pump head fit into a 10L SeatoSummit Water Cell?
John - New Farm, QLD(5 years ago)
G'day John,
I've tried this out for you in-store, and unfortunately no, the Watercell mouth is just a tab too narrow!
No way around it I'm afraid.
Lauren - Snowys(5 years ago)
Water heating1 answer
I'm wondering, as a gas saving measure, is it possible to just fill the shower tank with preheated water, like from a solar water bag?
Neptune - Nowhere Else, TAS(5 years ago)
G'day Neptune,
Yes, you could use pre-warmed water from a solar shower to help reduce gas usage in the unit.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Cold water shower1 answer
Will the unit still function as a pressurized cold water shower without a gas bottle?
Ronny - NSW(5 years ago)
G'day Ronny,
Yes, you can. We run these without gas as demo models in-store.
Hope that helps!
Lauren - Snowys(5 years ago)
hose connections1 answer
are these hoses interchangable with some other shower hoses? like the smartek premium hoses/head or joolca head? (joolca is like a regular garden hose
Hamish - Doreen, VIC(5 years ago)
G'day Hamish,
No, the AquaHeat Shower Head hose isn't interchangeable with the Smartek style hoses sorry.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Average gas cartridge run time1 answer
On average, ballpark figure on how long one of the propane cartridges would last ?
David - Sandstone Point(5 years ago)
G'day David,
It's not really possible to say, unfortunately, as the fuel consumption rate on the AquaHeat is given in Mj/h and not grams of gas.
I've done some googling on conversation rates, etc and I've come up with just over 1 hour (1hr15mins) of continuous run time per propane canister, which will give you 25 x 3 min showers.
I'm not an expert on gas conversions, so don't hang your hat on it, but I think it gives you a rough ballpark as requested.
Lauren - Snowys(5 years ago)
Pump size1 answer
How big is the pump. Will it fit in jerrycans or containers
Darren - Kangarilla, SA (5 years ago)
G'day Darren,
The Pump Housing has a diameter of about 6cm, unfortunately it is a little too large to fit in Jerry Cans. The best bet will be to draw from a bucket or open-topped container.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Water source1 answer
Can this unit pull water from a creek and how much run time from lithium battery. Is it a better option than the smarter units
Dean - BOAT HARBOUR(5 years ago)
G'day Dean,
The Aquaheat Lithium isn't able to pull water from a creek, they have a fairly small pump, with a 1.5m hose between the pump and unit. Depending on the usage you should expect about 2 hours of run time from the battery when fully charged. I'm assuming you're asking about the Smartek units? If so, then these are a slightly different style, and designed just for clean water sources in containers - e.g. buckets. The Smarttek units can draw water from creeks, and can be used with the inline filter to stop gunk getting into the unit.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Can I connect this unit to my camper trailer tank? It has a 12v pump with 12L P/M output. 1 answer
I have a camper trailer with 140L water tank. It already has a pump. Or would have have to bypass the pump?
Trent - Eltham, VIC(5 years ago)
G'day Trent,
The AquaHeat Lithium isn't designed to be run from a pump other than the supplied pump which operates at 2L/min.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
shower rose hanger1 answer
Hi is there an option to be able to hang the shower rose from a shower tent ect?
Tyson - sydney(5 years ago)
G'day Tyson,
Yes, you can hang the shower rose inside your shower tent. Most shower tents will have a hook or similar stitched into the roof that will hook around the shower rose handle.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Pump1 answer
Is the pump available as a seperate unit, is it lithium or does it need a power source to operate? Thanks Drew
drew - Bakewell (5 years ago)
G'day Drew,
The pump is a separate unit that attaches to the main unit. It should be available as a spare part, but it's something we'd need to special order. The pump has a power connection to the unit and uses the internal Lithium battery to power it.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Do you sell the AC Adaptor for this unit?1 answer
After AC adaptor for this unit
Dean - Pennant Hills(5 years ago)
G'day Dean,
We're not yet stocking the AC Adaptor for this unit, however, Companion has advised they can be special ordered. If you're after one please send through and email to our special orders team, service@snowys.com.au - Attention: special orders and they can get back to you with a price and availability.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Connection 1 answer
Can you connect a normal 9kg gas bottle to it.
Michelle - Edgeworth(5 years ago)
G'day Michelle,
Yes you can connect the AquaHeat show to a 9kg POL gas bottle if you'd prefer to use a larger cylinder. You'll just need to purchase the POL to BOM High Pressure Gas Hose for this combination to work.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
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