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1. Calculate Resistance (ohms) as shown on the previous page #28.
2. Set the meter for the reading resistance in ohms – the symbol is Ω.
3. Touch the meter's probes to the red and black cold lead wires from the
Harness.
4. Read the resistance from the digital display.
5. Compare "calculated resistance" to "real time resistance"
If any Terminal Crimp connection was missed, the result will be that the
resistance measurement will be significantly HIGHER than the calculated
resistance. If the MEASURED resistance exceeds 20% of the calculated
resistance, then the connections should be checked for proper contact
of the Crimping Terminals to the copper bus bars. Resistance should be
recorded and a second resistance test should be performed after the
flooring installation to verify that no damage has occurred to the Heating
Film or Harness during the installation.
APPLYING THE EDGE SEALING TAPE
attach one edge of the Tape on one side of the sheet and fold over the other
half, thereby sealing each end of the Heating Film. You may need to
purchase additional Edge Sealing Tape (part #EST-4.8-42) to enable you to
completely tape over and cover/seal any holes that have been cut into the
Heating Film (for angles, sockets, islands, etc.).
EverWarm Radiant Floors
OHM'S TESTING
A DIGITAL multi-meter is required to perform the
resistance test. Analog meters (which have a needle
rather than digital readout) are not recommended,
as they do not provide accurate enough reading
when calculating the formulas. Be sure the film is at
room temperature or incorrect readings will result.
Use the Edge Sealing Tape (provided in Kits) to seal
both ends of the Heating Film. The Edge Sealing
Tape comes in two different widths (4.8" wide and
2.4" wide). The 4.8" wide tape is designed to seal
the edge of the sheet to which the Harness or Adder
is attached. The 2.4" wide tape is to seal the edge
of the sheet that does not have a Harness or Adder
attached, or any section of the Heating Film that has
been cut as part of the installation process. Simply
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