Pipe Freeze Protection; General Instructions; Electrical Codes - BriskHeat SpeedTrace Extreme Manual De Instrucciones

WARNING
Fire and shock hazard. This product is an electrical device that must be installed correctly to
ensure proper operation and to prevent shock or fire. Read these important warnings and
carefully follow all the installation instructions.
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To minimize the danger of fire from sustained electrical arcing if the heating cable is
damaged or improperly installed, and to comply with the requirements of BriskHeat and
national electrical codes, ground-fault equipment protection must be used on each heating
cable branch circuit. Arcing may not be stopped by conventional circuit protection.
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For pipe freeze protection applications, use only fire-resistant insulation materials such as
preformed foam or fiberglass.
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Do not damage the heating cable and power cord or plug. Remove any damaged cables
from service immediately.
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Do not use any wire or metal clamps to attach the cable to the pipe. Use tape (1/2 inch wide
to 2 inch wide) or plastic cable ties.
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Leave these installation instructions with the user for future reference.
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De-energize all power circuits before installation or servicing.
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The conductive layer of this heating device must be connected to a suitable grounding
terminal.
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PIPE FREEZE PROTECTION

General requirements for pipe freeze protection:
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SpeedTrace Extreme heating cables may be used on metal and plastic water pipes, but not
on flexible vinyl tubing, (such as garden hoses).
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SpeedTrace Extreme heating cables are not intended for use inside any pipes, for freeze
protection of liquids other than water, or for use in classified hazardous locations.
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Install with a minimum of ½" fire-resistant, waterproof thermal insulation.
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Never use on any pipes that may exceed 150°F (65°C).
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Do not use an extension cord.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

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Install only in accessible locations; do not install behind walls or where the cable would be
hidden.
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Do not run the heating cable through walls, ceilings, or floors.
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Connect only to ground-fault protected outlets that have been installed in accordance with
all prevailing national and local codes and standards and are protected from rain and other
water.

ELECTRICAL CODES

Articles 422 and 427 of the National Electrical Code (NEC), and Part 1, Section 62 of the
Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), govern the installation of SpeedTrace Extreme heating cable
for pipe freeze protection and must be followed.
Important: For the BriskHeat® SpeedTrace Extreme heating cable warranty to be valid, you
must comply with all the requirements outlined in these guidelines.
All thermal and design information provided here is based upon a standard installation with
heating cable fastened to an insulated pipe. For any other application or method of installation,
please contact BriskHeat® at 1-800-848-7673 (U.S. / Canada), or 1-614-294-3376 (worldwide).
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