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Electrical Connections - nVent RAYCHEM Mat Installation Instructions Manual

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Electrical Connections
1 .
Connect the tin plated copper ground braid/wire of the RAYCHEM Mat to the ground screw or ground conductor inside
the electrical box using approved wire connectors .
2 .
Attach corresponding lead wires to electrical box using CE Certified cable fittings. Make electrical connection only after
flooring is complete.
When controlling multiple mats with one thermostat, all mats may be connected directly to the thermostat provided the
total amperage does not exceed the 13-amp maximum load of the RAYCHEM Thermostat . Alternatively, the mat power
leads can be run to a separate electrical box and connected to the RAYCHEM Thermostat using suitable electrical house
wiring. Consult with your electrician to determine the best method for your installation. In all cases, ensure the electrical box
can easily fit all of the connections.
WARNING: Risk of electric shock and fire. Damage to supply conductor insulation may occur if conductors are
routed less than 2" (51 mm) from heating wire. Refer to installation instructions for recommended means of routing
supply conductors.
3 .
Affix supplied orange label to panel board beside appropriate circuit indicating branch circuit supplying power to
RAYCHEM Mat .
4 .
Affix the supplied "Concealed Area Warning" label to adjacent points of access to concealed areas in which installed
heating products are accessible .
5 .
Affix the supplied "Radiant Floor Heating" sticker to the room control for the RAYCHEM Floor Heating System.
The installation is to be in accordance with the national wiring rules and IEC 60335-2-96. The heating product must be
supplied through a RCD with trip rating 30mA maximum .
The power leads of RAYCHEM Mat may need to be routed inside suitable conduit according to local electrical codes .
Check with the local authority having jurisdiction to determine requirements.
WARNING: The power lead tag must remain on the power lead. The tag contains critical information necessary for testing,
warranty and troubleshooting purposes. Do not remove the tag for any reason.
Troubleshooting
Should you have any questions or difficulties installing or controlling your RAYCHEM Mat contact 0800 96 90 13 or email
salesthermalUK@nvent.com .
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