Instructions / Assembly
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Do’s & Don’ts
DON’T
Cross the cable over another run, over coldtails or the floor
sensor. This will cause overheating and will damage the cable.
Cut or shorten the heater at any time.
Install parallel runs of heating cable closer than 2" if using cable
fixing strips or 2 pegs (2 ") if using the DCM-PRO membrane.
Refer to the Layout Planning page for further guidance.
Install the heater with staples or other metal fixings that can
cause damage.
Store tiles, sharp or heavy objects on top of the heater.
Install the heater below 5°F (-15°C) ambient temperature.
Attempt to bypass the GFCI if it trips and cannot be reset during
normal operation. Consult a qualified electrician or call the
helpline for further assistance.
Install the heater under permanent fixtures or in closets.
Commence installation on a screed that has not been fully
cured.
Cover the cold lead or termination joint with tape. This may
cause air pockets resulting in the joints overheating.
Install the heater beyond the room or area in which they
originate.
Attempt to repair the heater if it is damaged. Call the technical
helpline for further instructions.
Allow the thermostat to exceed the maximum temperature for
your final floor finish. Always check the maximum temperatures
allowed with the floor covering manufacturer.
Switch on the installed heater until thinset has fully cured,
check manufacturer’s instructions.
Install the heating cable closer than 2" from the wall, partitions
and permanently fixed objects
Store the DCM-PRO Peel and Stick membrane in direct sunlight.
Prolonged exposure to UV radiation will alter the properties of
the adhesive backing, voiding the product warranty.
WARNING : “RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE”.
Damage to supply conductor insulation may occur if
conductors are routed less than 2” from this heating product.
CAUTION: a ground fault protection device must be used with
this heating device”,
“ATTENTION : ce produit doit être utilisé avec une protection
de mise à la terre”, unless exempted by the Canadian Electrical
Code, Part I.