Installation Guide

3. Installing the Units Continued
Installation & Owner’s Guide QW-FLOAT 10
Step 6. Install Mats
1. Clear the floor of all debris, nails, etc. so the floor is smooth, clean and dry.
2. Roll out the mats over the floor surface according to the layout created in Section 1, Designing the Installation.
3. Cut out an area of the underlayment and push the connectors down so they are completely level with the
mat. Route the cold leads between sections of the underlayment. If necessary, cut a narrow channel in the
underlayment to route the cold leads.
4. Attach the heating mats to the underlayment using a high quality duct tape.
Step 7. Recheck Mat Resistance
Using an ohm meter, recheck the resistance of each mat. If any reading has changed, closely inspect the mat for
damage. For additional help contact the technical hotlilne at 1-888 WARM PAD.
Step 8. Connect the Electrical Leads
Now, depending upon your wire lead installation, run the lead
wires from the individual mat(s) along the base of the wall and up
to the junction box. Wire the heating mats to the control according
to the manufacturer’s instructions using the 12/2 Romex wire.
CAUTION:
Elements may be overlapped ONLY as shown in the figure below.
Under no circumstances may current carrying portions of the mats
overlap.Overlapping warming sections can result in overheating
and potential fire danger. When overlapped properly, the mats will
be spaced by their nominal width (18 inches or 36 inches).
CAUTION:
Take care not to damage the heating mats while they are on
the floor. Do not drop items on mats and avoid unnecessary
walking in heating areas before finished flooring has been applied.