Install Instructions
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IM-PR 566442 1114 (Design Manual)
Define customer’s intention and expectation of the
snow melting system to select the correct design
criteria level.
Levels:
• Level 1 Residential
• Level 2 Residential/Commercial
• Level 3 Industrial/Critical
Level 1
• Area-free ratio 0 to 0.5
• Condence level ~95%
Common applications
• Residential applications
• Driveways
• Sidewalks
• Hot tub areas
Level 2
• Area-free ratio 0.5 to 1
• Confidence level ~98%
Common applications:
• Commercial and light commercial apps.
• Public access areas to buildings
• Handicapped ramps
• Commercial stairways
Level 3
• Are-free ratio=1
• Confidence level ~98% to 99%
Common applications:
• Critical applications
• Hospital emergency ramps
• Access areas for emergency vehicles
(fire stations, etc.)
• Areas deemed critical for public safety