Easy Heat RS2 Installation And Operation Instructions

RS2
Automatic Roof De-Icing Cable Control
Installation and Operation Instructions
GENERAL
This product has been designed and
manufactured for the sole intended use of
controlling roof de-icing cables. The sole
intended use of a roof de-icing cable is
to help prevent ice dams from forming on
inclined roofs, in gutters and downspouts.
Improper installation, use, operation and/
or maintenance of electrical roof de-icing
cables can cause fire, electrical shock
and/or allow ice dams to form.
WARNING
1. If after carefully reading these instructions
you still have questions regarding
installation or operation of this product,
call the numbers listed below for
assistance.
2. It is recommended that the circuit
supplying the RS2 and heating cable
have ground fault protection; this is
mandatory by electrical code for some
applications in many regions. Consult
an electrical inspector to determine
the specific ground fault requirements
for your application prior to installation.
If you are unsure that your circuit has
ground fault protection, consult an
electrician. If a ground fault device trips
LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
The manufacturer warrants that if there are any defects in material or
workmanship in this product during the first twelve (12) months after the date
of its purchase, we will replace the product with an equivalent model, not
including any labor or other installation costs.
Our obligation to replace the product as described above is conditioned
upon (a) the installation of the product conforms to the specifications set
forth in our installation instructions and (b) the product not having been
damaged by unrelated mechanical or electrical activities.
Product replacement as described above shall be your sole and exclusive
remedy for a breach of this warranty. This limited warranty does not cover
any service costs relating to repair or replacement.
We shall not be liable for any incidental, special or consequential damages
as a result of any breach of this warranty or otherwise, whether or not
caused by negligence. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
The warranty above is exclusive and manufacturer makes no other
warranties with respect to description or quality of the product. No
affirmation of fact or promise made by us, by words or action, shall
constitute a warranty. If any model or sample was shown to you, the model
or sample was used merely to illustrate the general type and quality of the
goods and not to represent that the goods would necessarily be of that
type or nature.
Power Cordset
w/ Lighted Plug
Fig. 1
Kit also includes
(6) clips and
(2) mounting screws.
Splice Connection
and cannot be reset, then a fault in the
RS2 or in the roof de-icing cable exists.
Do not attempt to bypass the ground
fault device. Bypassing the ground fault
device may result in the risk of fire or
electrical shock.
3. The main housing must be kept dry; it is
not water resistant and will fail if directly
exposed to the weather.
4. All roof de-icing cables must be installed
in compliance with the latest editions of:
the National Electric Code; Canadian
Electrical Code; State or Provincial Codes;
and Local Codes.
No agent, employee or representative of ours has authority to bind us to any
affirmation, representation or warranty concerning the goods sold unless
such affirmation, representation or warranty is specifically incorporated by
written agreement.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE THAT MAY ARISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT
SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWELVE (12) MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF
PURCHASE. WE DISCLAIM ALL OTHER IMPLIED WARRANTIES, UNLESS WE ARE
PROHIBITED BY LAW FROM DOING SO, IN WHICH CASE ALL SUCH IMPLIED
WARRANTIES SHALL EXPIRE AT THE EARLIEST TIME PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE
LAW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
To obtain a replacement under this warranty any inoperative product or
component must be returned, with proof of purchase, to Easy Heat at the
addresses noted herein. Buyer is responsible for all costs incurred in removal
and re-installation of product and must pre-pay shipment to factory or point
of purchase.
In Canada
Heating Cable Warranty Dept.
99 Union Street
Elmira ON N3B 3L7
T. (800) 794-3766
Probe Leads
Roof De-Icing Cable
Receptacle
Sensor Wire
5. These instructions must be saved and
made available to owners or users of
this product and/or transferred to future
owners.
6. Any roof de-icing cable that is to be
connected to the RS2 must be installed
according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
7. Do not connect more than one roof
cable to the RS2. The maximum cable
size that can be connected to the RS2 is
1200 Watts. Risk of fire, electric shock or
the formation of ice dams can result from
a larger cable or from multiple cables
being connected.
In USA
Heating Cable Warranty Dept.
2 Connectictut South Drive
East Granby, CT 06026
T. (800) 537-4732
Main
Housing
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