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SAFETY WARNINGS
This mat must be installed per HeatTrak® instructions. Follow these important warnings to avoid
the risk of fire or shock.
• Have a qualified electrician install a properly grounded outlet, rated for the voltage and current
required, and acceptable for outdoor use (protected from snow and rain), immediately adjacent to
the location where the heater will be used.
• Do not walk on the mat before it is completely installed.
• Inspect the entire mat and supply cord for defects or damage before using.
NOTE: The power supply cord is not replaceable.
• Do not modify any part of the mat. In particular, do not attempt to cut, slice, or trim the mat.
• Route the supply cord and locate the heater to be protected from damage.
• Do not use extension cords.
• Do not plug the mat into an improperly wired or rated outlet.
• Do not power the mats while rolled up or stacked on each other.
DOING SO CAN CAUSE MATS TO OVERHEAT AND MELT.
• Unplug mat at receptacle outlet when not in use or before moving.
• Periodically examine the mat for any signs of damage or excessive wear. If found, unplug and remove
the mat from service. Immediately and call customer service for assistance.
UNPACKING THE BOX & PREPARING THE AREA
After reviewing the safety warnings above, take the HeatTrak Mat to the spot where it is going to be used
and unpack it there. Save the packaging materials for storing the mat off-season. Save these instructions
in case you need to look at them again.
It is best to clear all pre-existing ice and snow from the area you will be using
the HeatTrak Mat. But if this is too difficult, you can use the HeatTrak Mat to
melt it. Simply roll out the mat over the snow and/or ice and plug it in.
Depending on how much snow or packed ice you already have, it could take up to a whole day to melt it.
(Under normal conditions (i.e. when the mat is already down and set up), the mat will melt the snow as
it falls, leaving you with an instantly cleared walkway). After clearing the pre-existing snow and ice, make
sure the bottom surface is free of any sharp objects such as rocks, glass or loose nails, which could cause
damage to the bottom of the mat.
HeatTrak LLC | 3645 Clearview Parkway, Doraville, GA 30340 | (888) 586-4904 | www.HeatTrak.com
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- Page 1 It is best to clear all pre-existing ice and snow from the area you will be using the HeatTrak Mat. But if this is too difficult, you can use the HeatTrak Mat to melt it. Simply roll out the mat over the snow and/or ice and plug it in.
- Page 2 INSTALLING THE HEATTRAK WALKWAY MAT • Do not install the mat on a rough dirt or gravel surface. The HeatTrak Mat should be installed on flat or inclined surfaces only. Align the mat so the power cord is close to the electrical outlet. • If installing more than one mat, DO NOT OVERLAP MORE THAN 1 INCH OF ANY PART OF THE MATS. (Overlapping more than 1 inch may cause overheating and could cause the mats to melt). • The top and bottom surfaces of the mat are exactly the same and will heat the same. So feel free to flip the mat around or upside down in order to get the power cord close to the electrical outlet. • Roll the mat out and adjust it to fit exactly as you want it. • The HeatTrak Walkway mat should not be used on stairs. For snow and ice removal on stairs, use the HeatTrak Stair Mats. For more information on the stair mats, visit our website at www.HeatTrak.com. • Use only the 3/8” inner diameter grommets for attachment. Do not drive any form of nails, screws, fasteners, or other objects through the rubber surface of the mat. • The mat can be installed at air temperatures down to –20°F. NOTE: At cold temperatures, the mat is less flexible and may not lay perfectly flat. Lay the mat out as flat as possible and turn it on. As it heats up, the mat will flatten. For best performance, make sure to turn the mats on at least 30 minutes before the snow starts to fall. This way the mats will be nice and warm and ready to start melting as soon as the first flakes fall. However, if you turn the mats on after the snow has fallen, it could take up to a few hours for the mat to melt through all the accumulated snow. INSTALLING THE HEATTRAK STAIR MATS DO NOT CONNECT THE POWER UNIT TO THE OUTLET UNTIL ALL THE MATS ARE PROPERLY CONNECTED TO EACH OTHER AND NOT STACKED ON TOP OF EACH OTHER. First, lay the HeatTrak Stair Mats on consecutive steps, orienting the mats so the cable connectors are on the side closest to the outlet. Just like the walkway mats, the top and bottom surfaces of the stair mats are exactly the same and will heat the same. So, feel free to flip the mats around or upside down in order...
- Page 3 INSTALLING ELECTRICAL OUTLETS Make sure the electrical outlets you are using are properly grounded and suitable for the load they will be handling. For the electrical ratings of each of our mats, please see the chart at the end of this booklet. TESTING THE POWER UNIT For general safety, the HeatTrak Mat is supplied with a Power Unit. The Power Unit turns off the power if any of the electric current begins leaking to ground. It is important to test the Power Unit each time the mat is installed and before use. Here is all you need to do: 1. Locate the test and reset buttons on the Power Unit. 2. Plug the power cord into the outlet. 3. Alternately press the RESET and TEST buttons. 4. Each time you press the RESET button, the power light should turn on. If the light does not come on, make sure there is voltage at the outlet. 5. Each time you press the TEST button, the power light should turn off. 6. Leave the Power Unit with the light turned on. If the Power Unit does not operate as described above, do not use the mat. Call customer service at (888) 586-4904. DRIVING ON THE MATS The HeatTrak Mats are very durable and will handle normal vehicular traffic in standard wintery environments. However, it is important to make sure the ground surfaces under the mats are clear of any sharp objects that could puncture the mat. If you have questions about the durability of our mats in your specific vehicular situation (i.e., many large trucks on a regular basis), please call HeatTrak technical support team at (888) 586-4904. OPERATION & STORAGE Power the HeatTrak Mat whenever there is a threat of snow or ice. It is a good idea to unplug it when there is no snow or ice. Before storing the mat, clean it with mild soap and water, and place it in the...
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