Heat Cable System Installation Manual Floor heating system
Contents Important Safeguards and Warnings ...........................................................3 1 General Information ...................................................................................3 1.1 Use of the Manual ..........................................................................................................3 1.2 Safety Guidelines ...........................................................................................................3 1.3 Remember to measure resistance .....
Important Safeguards and Warnings WARNING: Shock and fire hazard If the Heat Cable System is damaged or not installed properly, fire or shock could occur resulting in serious personal injuries or damage to property. You must carefully follow the warnings and instructions contained in this manual. · A qualified thermostat must be used.
2 Heat Cable System 2.1 Specifications Cable Construction: Twin conductor Rated Voltage: 120V,240V Output: 3.7W/ft±10% Bending radius: 6D Cable Diameter: 4.6mm Conductor Insulation: fluoropolymer Outer Insulation: PVC Max. Ambient Temp.: 85℉(30℃) Min. Installation Temp.: 40℉(5℃) Cold lead 2-wire 16 AWG plus ground braid; 10ft (3m) length Important · Read the instructions carefully before installing Heat Cable system. · Remember to measure the resistance four times.
Figure 3: Measure and design the heated area Figure 4: Typical cold lead and floor temperature sensor 3.2 Cable Selection Select an appropriate length of cable. The cable’s standard heating area (see table below) must be smaller than the actual area to be heated. Example: if the area to be heated is 74 ft2, select the 70 ft2 Heat Cable system. Table 1: 120V Product Selection Length Model No. Coverage area (sq. Ft.) Warmup/Schluter Membrane PRODESO Membrane Spacing Spacing 3.5'' 4.6'' Alt. 3.75'' Alt.
Table 2: 240V Product Selection Length Model No. Coverage area (sq. Ft.) Warmup/Schluter Membrane PRODESO Membrane Spacing Spacing 3.5'' 4.6'' Alt. 3.75'' Alt. 5'' Alt. Alt.
Step 1: PLAN LAYOUT Make a sketch layout or a floor plan of the room; include all permanent furnishings such as toilets, bathtubs, appliances, cabinetry, etc. Indicate all dimensions required to determine the available floor area and the position of the Dr. Heater thermostat. Important Dr. Heater recommends that the installation is documented with photos to note the location of connections and the sensor.
Place the cable so that the connection point and the temperature sensor are in their intended positions and bring the power lead cable to the thermostat or connection box. Begin laying the Heat Cable heating cable on membrane according to the layout developed in Step 1. DO NOT CUT OR SHORTEN THE HEATING CABLE! Do not expose it to any mechanical stress. Avoid walking on the heating cable. Wear only shoes with soft soles. Be careful not to damage the cables, particularly during installation.
manufacturer of the tile. Step 12: CONNECT POWER SUPPLY AND THERMOSTAT The connection of the power supply and the JH thermostat must be done by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC). The electrician should connect the floor sensor to the thermostat, take the final resistance reading and record it on the warranty card, see Step 13.
2. Connect the multimeter leads to the red green lead wires. 3. Make sure the meter reads between 9-25K ohms. If you get a different reading, contact Dr. Heater at 1-800-317-1688. 4. Record these readings on the warranty and card. 6 Troubleshooting Symptom Probable Causes No voltage. Corrective Action Check circuit breaker. Circuit breaker tripped. Ensure that there are not too many cables or other appliances connected on the same circuit. The Heat Cable may require a dedicated circuit.
a new Heat Cable at Dr. Heater’ option. All claims shall be made within the extended warranty period. Dr. Heater shall not be liable for any claims made later than ten years from date of purchase. Dr. Heater shall not be liable for any consequential and secondary costs or damages linked to the defect or replacement of the Heat Cable. Dr.
WARRANTY CARD Electric Floor Heating Cable Catalog Number Batch Date Power (Watts) Volts Coverage Area(ft²) Date of Purchase Supplier Name Date of Installation Address of Installation Insulation Resistance Test Heating Cable Resistance Test Sensor Resistance Test Out of Box After InstallationBefore Final Surface After Thin-Set Cement or SelfLeveler Application After Final Installation Electrician Details Name Signature Dr.
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