Cable Selection; Heating Cable Installation - BriskHeat SpeedTrace Extreme FFSL81-6 Manual De Instrucciones

CABLE SELECTION

Use the tables below to select the correct heating cable. Add 1ft (30cm) to your pipe length for
each valve or spigot on your pipe system.
The charts assume the lowest outside temper-thick waterproof, fire-resistant thermal insulation.
(preformed foam). For protection to -20°F (-29°C), use 1" (25mm) thick insulation.
Important: All thermal and design information provided here is based upon a standard
installation. For any other application or method of installation, please contact BriskHeat
1-800-848-7673 (U.S. / Canada), or 1-614-294-3376 (worldwide).
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HEATING CABLE INSTALLATION

1. Prepare for installation
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Store the heating cable in a clean, dry place.
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Complete piping pressure test.
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Prior to installing the cable, remove any sharp surfaces on the pipe that might damage the
heating cable.
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Review the SpeedTrace Extreme heating cable design and compare to materials received to
verify that you have the proper SpeedTrace Extreme heating cable.
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Walk the system and plan the routing of the SpeedTrace Extreme heating cable on the pipe.
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230V models only: Install approved electrical plug device suitable for 208-277VAC prior to
installation of heating cable.
2. Position and attach heating cable to pipe
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Be sure all piping to be traced is dry.
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Install heating cable, using straight tracing Figure 1, or spiraling Figure 2.
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