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Introduction

In this installation manual, the word “element” refers 

to both heating cables and heating mats.

If the words “heating cable” or “heating mat” are 

used, the instruction in question applies only to this 

type of element.

The intended uses of the heating elements covered 

by this installation manual are shown in the follow-

ing.

For other applications please contact your local sales 

office.

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Safety Instructions

Never cut or shorten the heating element 

•  Cutting the heating element will void the 

warranty.

•  Cold leads can be shortened to suit require-

ments.

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Elements must always be installed according to 

local building regulations and wiring rules as well 

as the guidelines in this installation manual�

•  Any other installation may hamper element 

functionality or constitute a safety risk, and will 

void the warranty.

Elements must always be connected by an  

authorised electrician using a fixed connection�

•  De-energize all power circuits before installa-

tion and service. 

•  Each heating element screen must be earthed 

in accordance with local electricity regulations 

and connected to a residual current device 

(RCD). 

•  RCD trip rating is max. 30 mA.
•  Heating elements must be connected via a 

switch providing all pole disconnection. 

•  The element must be equipped with a correctly 

sized fuse or circuit breaker according to local 

regulations.

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Summary of Contents for ECaqua

Page 1: ...Ice and snow melting Roof and gutters Installation Guide electricheating danfoss com ...

Page 2: ...llation step by step 5 2 1 Calculating C C distance 5 2 2 Planning the installation 5 2 3 Preparing the installation area 6 3 Installing elements 6 3 1 Installing heating elements 7 4 Applications 7 4 1 Frost protection of roof and gutters 7 5 Optional settings 9 Table of Contents ...

Page 3: ...ust always be installed according to local building regulations and wiring rules as well as the guidelines in this installation manual Any other installation may hamper element functionality or constitute a safety risk and will void the warranty Elements must always be connected by an authorised electrician using a fixed connection De energize all power circuits before installa tion and service Ea...

Page 4: ...e be stated in any electrical documentation following the installation Never exceed the maximum heat density W m2 or W m for the actual application 1 2 Installation guidelines Prepare the installation site properly by removing sharp objects dirt etc Regularly measure ohmic resistance and insula tion resistance before and during installation Do not lay heating elements under walls and fixed obstacl...

Page 5: ...e of one cable to the centre of the next C C cm Area m2 x 100 cm Cable length m or C C cm Cable output W m x 100 cm Heat density W m2 Max C C distance for roof and gutter systems is 10 cm Heating cable bending diameter must be at least 6 times cable diameter The actual cable length may vary 2 230V 400V C C cm W m 20 W m W m 25 W m W m 30 W m 5 400 500 7 5 267 333 400 10 200 250 300 12 5 160 200 24...

Page 6: ...onnected to separate floor sensors and thermostats For single conductor cables both cold leads must be connected to the connection box 2 3 Preparing the installation area Remove all traces of old installations if appli cable Ensure that the installation surface is even stable smooth dry and clean If necessary fill out gaps around pipes drains and walls There must be no sharp edges dirt or foreign ...

Page 7: ...ts with the heating cables facing up When the heating mat reaches the area bound ary cut the liner net and turn the mat before rolling it back Extending cold leads Avoid extending cold leads if possible Wire cold leads to e g junction boxes or cable wells Be aware of power loss in the cable according to local regulations 4 Applications 4 1 Frost protection of roof and gutters 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Roof ...

Page 8: ...snow 30T EFTCC C W m2 n C C in cm 0 to 5 200 250 6 to 15 250 300 1 12 16 to 25 300 350 2 10 26 to 35 350 400 2 8 Design temperature Heat density ECsafe 20T EFTPC C W m2 n C C in cm 0 to 5 200 250 1 9 6 to 15 250 300 2 7 8 16 to 25 300 350 2 6 26 to 35 350 400 3 5 Installation summary Install ECtemp 850 sensor if any in gutter accord ing to sensor manual Extend sensor cables and cold leads and plac...

Page 9: ...icable adjust the temperature limit in accord ance with the manufacturer s recommendations in order to prevent damage Thermostat Max load Frost protection of roof and gutters ECtemp 316 16A 7 C On 3 C ECtemp 330 16A On 3 C ECtemp 610 10A On 3 C ECtemp 850 2 x 15A Melting 3 C 1 1 1 2 8 3 4 5 6 7 1 Heating cable 2 Thermostat 3 Sensor 4 Screen 5 RCD 6 All pole switch 7 Fuse 8 Junction box VIAMZ102 ...

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