Install Instructions

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SlabHeat products are a simple way to heat a given space. This instruction manual is provided
as a guide to installing SlabHeat Cable, including design considerations, cable installation,
control installation, precautions, and floor covering guidelines.
Specifications for SlabHeat Cable:
SlabHeat Cable is a complete heating cable consisting of a series resistance heating cable and
a single power lead for easy single-point connection. The heating cable length cannot be cut to fit.
Controls: SlabHeat must be controlled by a SunStat floor sensing thermostat.
(Listed separately)
Voltages: 120 and 240 VAC, 1-phase (see Table 2)
Watts: 15 W/sqft (51 Btu/h/sqft), spaced at 4 inches on-center
10 W/sqft (34 Btu/h/sqft), spaced at 6 inches on-center
(Cable is designed to operate at approximately 5 W/linear foot of cable at rated voltage.)
Maximum circuit load: 15 amps
GFCI: (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) required for each circuit
(included in the SunStat control)
Listing: UL Listed for U.S. and Canada under UL 1673, and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 130-03 ,
File No. 185866
Application: Indoor floor heating only
(-X on the nameplate label indicates CUL Listing for this application).
Suitable for installation in a shower area (see
Step 3.10 for restrictions).
(-W on the nameplate label indicates CUL
Listing for Wet Location in Canada per
Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (CEC).
Embedded in concrete.
Minimum bend radius: 1 inch
Maximum exposure temperature:
(continuous and storage) 194°F (90°C)
Minimum installation temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment.
Failure to read and follow all safety and use information can result
in death, serious personal injury, property damage, or damage
to the equipment.
Keep this Manual for future reference.
Installation must be performed by qualified persons, in accordance with local codes, ANSI/
NFPA 70 (NEC Article 424) and CEC Part 1 Section 62 where applicable. Prior to installation,
please consult the local codes in order to understand what is acceptable. To the extent this
information is not consistent with local codes, the local codes should be followed. However,
electrical wiring is required from a circuit breaker or other electrical circuit to the control.
It is recommended that an electrician perform these installation steps. Please be aware
local codes may require this product and/or the control to be installed by an electrician.