Chromalox MI Installation Instructions Manual

Chromalox MI Installation Instructions Manual

Industrial heating cable products

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Installation Instructions
Industrial Heating Cable
Products
PJ438-26
161-057884-010
May, 2021

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Summarization of Contents

General Information
Important Installation Notes
Critical advice and guidelines to review before commencing installation procedures.
Installation
Pre-Installation Guidelines
Essential preparatory steps and checks before installing the heating cable.
Installation Guide: Multiple Cable Runs
Installing Backup (Redundant) Systems
Method for installing a secondary, redundant heating cable for increased reliability.
Other Installation Considerations
Specific Installation Considerations
Details on pipe hangers, bending cable, slab penetrations, and heat sink installation.
Wiring
Wiring Accessories and Controls
Components and systems required for electrical connections and control integration.
Heating Cable Components
Connection Kits
Various kits for power, splice, and end seal connections.
Control Systems
Ambient Sensing Control
Systems activated by ambient temperature to prevent freeze-ups.
Commission Testing
Commissioning Procedures
Steps for testing ambient, line sensing, and redundant systems.
Test Procedures
Locating Faults
Methods for identifying faults using ratio, conductance, and capacitance tests.
Insulation Resistance Testing
Procedure to measure cable insulation resistance using a megohmmeter.
Current and Voltage Testing
Procedures to verify operational power output and voltage at the circuit end.
Installation and Maintenance Log
Logbook Sections
Sections for recording visual, electrical, accessory, and insulation checks.

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