Use and Care Manual

SunTouch Mat Do It Yourself Manual
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You are required to thoroughly read all installation
instructions and product safety information before
beginning the installation of this product. FAILURE TO
COMPLY WITH PROPER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY
and/or DEATH. Local building or plumbing codes may
require modifications to the information provided. You
are required to consult the local building and plumbing
codes prior to installation. If this information is not
consistent with local building or plumbing codes, the
local codes should be followed.
Watts Radiant is not responsible for damages resulting
from improper installation and/or maintenance.
NOTE: Electrical wiring is required. Watts Radiant
recommends consulting with a licensed electrician prior
to installation. Specifically, it is recommended that an
electrician perform all electrical wiring from the circuit
breaker or other electrical circuit to the control. Please be
aware that local codes may require that this product is
installed by a licensed professional.
NEVER install SunTouch Mat under carpet, wood, vinyl,
or other non-masonry flooring without embedding
it in thin-set, thick-set, or self-leveling mortar.
NEVER install SunTouch Mat in adhesives or glues
intended for vinyl tile or other laminate flooring,
or in pre-mix mortars. It must be embedded in
polymer-modified, cement based mortar.
NEVER cut the heating wire. Doing so will cause
dangerous overheating and will void the warranty.
The power lead may be cut shorter if necessary, but
never remove completely from the heating wire.
NEVER bang a trowel or other tool on the heating wire.
Be careful not to nick, cut, or pinch the wire causing
it to be damaged.
NEVER use nails, staples, or similar to fasten the
heating wire to the floor.
NEVER attempt to repair a damaged heating wire,
splice, or power lead using unauthorized parts. Use
only factory authorized repair parts and methods.
NEVER splice one mat heating wire to another mat
heating wire to make a longer mat. Multiple mat
power leads must be connected in parallel in a
junction box or to the thermostat.
NEVER install one mat on top of another or overlap
the heating wire on itself. This will cause dangerous
overheating.
NEVER forget to install the floor sensor included with
the thermostat.
NEVER install SunTouch Mat in any walls, or over walls
or partitions that extend to the ceiling.
NEVER install mats under cabinets or other built-
ins having no floor clearance, or in small closets.
Excessive heat will build up in these confined
spaces, and the mat can be damaged by fasteners
(nails, screws, etc.) used to install built-ins.
NEVER remove the nameplate label from the power
leads. Make sure it is viewable for inspection later.
NEVER extend the heating wire beyond the room or
area in which it originates.
NEVER allow a power lead or sensor wire to cross over
or under a heating cable. Damage could result.
ALWAYS completely embed the heating wire and
factory splices in the floor mortar.
ALWAYS maintain a minimum of 2" spacing between
heating wires.
ALWAYS pay close attention to voltage and amperage
requirements of the breaker, the thermostat, and
the Mat. For instance, do not supply 240 VAC power
to 120 VAC Mat as damage will result.
ALWAYS make sure all electrical work is done by
qualified persons in accordance with local building
and electrical codes, Section 62 of the Canadian
Electrical Code (CEC) Part I, and the National
Electrical Code (NEC), especially Article 424.
ALWAYS use copper only as supply conductors to the
thermostat. Do not use aluminum.
ALWAYS seek help if a problem arises. If ever in doubt
about the correct installation procedure to follow,
or if the product appears to be damaged, the
factory must be called before proceeding with the
installation.
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