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Retro-DWS Installation

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Optional Accessories

HLA-120 

General purpose 120V, plug-in thermostat (for GFC models)

GFA-STAT

 

NEMA 4X Ground Fault Protected Adjustable Thermostat 

120V/240V 30amp (for CS models)

MA-10

 

GFCI/ELCI Electrical Equipment Protection Device  

(for CS models)

TIMER-120P

  120V plug-in timer (for GFC models)  

TIMER-240P

  240V plug-in timer (for GFC models)  

TIMER-CS

 

120/240V hard wire timer (for CS models)  

INSUL-FOIL

  Aluminum reflective metalized foil bubble insulation

FOIL-TAPE

  Professional Grade All Weather Foil Tape 2.83 inches x 

150 feet (72mm x 46m)

INSUL-3.00

  Polyethylene insulation sleeve for 3 inch ID pipe (6 feet 

long, 3 1/2 inch ID, ¾ inch thick wall)

INSUL-4.00

  Polyethylene insulation sleeve for 4 inch ID pipe (6 feet 

long, 4 1/2 inch ID, 1 inch thick wall)

HLP-TAPE

 

Black wrap tape for sealing insulation ends together 2 

inches x 100 feet (50.8mm x 3m)

TORQ-60

 

No hub torque wrench automatic release at 60 IN. LB.

WARRANTY

  Extended 10 year limited product warranty

Ordering Chart 

Example:   

DWS – 5 – 100 – GFC

Cord-Set Type

GFC 

Ground Fault Protected 

CS

 Cord Connected 

(No GFCI) 

 

 

Max length  Max length

5 watt / 120 volt 

230 ft  270 ft

8 watt / 120 volt 

150 ft  200 ft

5 watt / 240 volt 

460 ft  540 ft

8 watt / 240 volt 

300 ft  400 ft

Length of Heater

Product

DWS 

120 volt (100-130 volt) Retro-DWS

DWS2 

240 volt (208-277 volt) Retro-DWS

Wattage

5 watts self-regulating heater (standard)

8 watts self-regulating heater

Retro-DWS |  Product Code

Note

: Installers must 

provide 20 Amp circuit for 

Cord Set lengths greater 

than maximum lengths set 

for GFC

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Cord-Set Version

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Kit Contents

Item Qty  Description

Retro-DWS –Predetermined length (GFC shown)

Pre-drilled dissolving ballpoint

4" Flexible pipe coupler

4" x 3" Flexible pipe reducer

4" ABS Threaded male adapter SPIG X MIPT

3" ABS Threaded male adapter SPIG X MIPT

Optional Cord-Set (CS) power connection

Tools Required

•  Standard screwdriver or nut driver 

•  Torque Wrench

•  Pipe Cutting Tool for 4" and or 3" ABS 

•  Adjustable Wrench

Additional Materials Required

•  Teflon tape or thread sealant

Summary of Contents for Retro-DWS

Page 1: ...ON LIGH T MUS T GO OFF 4 PRE SS AND REL EAS E RES ET BUT TON AGA IN FOR USE DO NOT USE IF TES T FAIL S RAIN PRO OF DO NOT IMM ERS E 1L37 10 TES T TES T RES ET RES ET Approvals Usage Type W Installation Type D USA Table of Contents General Information 1 Warnings 1 Kit Contents 2 Ordering Chart 2 Optional Accessories 2 Standard 4 inch Cleanout Instructions 3 Standard 3 inch Cleanout Instructions 5 C...

Page 2: ... volt 460 ft 540 ft 8 watt 240 volt 300 ft 400 ft Length of Heater Product DWS 120 volt 100 130 volt Retro DWS DWS2 240 volt 208 277 volt Retro DWS Wattage 5 5 watts self regulating heater standard 8 8 watts self regulating heater Retro DWS Product Code Note Installers must provide 20 Amp circuit for Cord Set lengths greater than maximum lengths set for GFC L E V IT O N W A R N IN G TO PR OT EC T ...

Page 3: ...rilled disolving ball point 5 1 Loosen the clamps on either end of the 4 flexible pipe coupler do not remove the clamps from their seated location on the flexible pipe coupler body Remove threaded cleanout plug CAUTION Effluent may be present when threaded cap is removed 2 Slide the flexible pipe coupler onto the now exposed spigot end of the male threaded adapter fitting and tighten the clamp to ...

Page 4: ...ard industry practices test the integrity of the seal Note Be sure not to install the fitting interface and electrical in a manner which would render the system non serviceable L E V IT O N W A R N IN G TO PR OT EC T AG AI NS T EL EC TR ON IC SH OC K TE ST BE FO RE EA CH US E 1 PL UG IN TO RE CE PT AC LE 2 IF LI GH T IS NO T ON PR ES S AN D RE LE AS E RE SE T BU TT ON LI GH T SH OU LD CO M E ON 3 ...

Page 5: ...ular heating cable sys tem into the pipe through the installed flexible coupler Note The pre drilled dissolving ballpoint is designed to reduce the friction of the Retro DWS tubular heater end seal during installation It also aids the passing of the tubular heater product through and around fittings located along length the pipe Remove threaded cleanout plug CAUTION Effluent may be present when th...

Page 6: ...e Be sure not to install the fitting interface and electrical in a manner which would render the system non serviceable L E V IT O N W A R N IN G TO PR OT EC T AG AI NS T EL EC TR ON IC SH OC K TE ST BE FO RE EA CH US E 1 PL UG IN TO RE CE PT AC LE 2 IF LI GH T IS NO T ON PR ES S AN D RE LE AS E RE SE T BU TT ON LI GH T SH OU LD CO M E ON 3 PR ES S TE ST BU TT ON LI GH T M US T GO OF F 4 PR ES S A...

Page 7: ...ciency Thermostats are used to duty cycle the system in an on off operation saving power consumption and maintain a certain pipe temperature A sensor lead must be placed on the coldest section of pipe Timers are used to duty cycle the system in an on off operation based on preset time intervals to save on power consumption Insulation is recommended for all new pipe installations even where the pip...

Page 8: ...uit is intact and fully protected E Push reset button again and light will come ON This indicates that your Retro DWS is working F Follow this test procedure before each season and monthly while in use Your Retro DWS is now fully functional If at any time your Retro DWS system fails to work call your local electrician or Heat Line for assistance at 1 800 584 4944 Unplug when not in use Electrical ...

Page 9: ...t wires through strain relief fitting supplied with the GFA STAT F Follow electrical guidelines per the GFA STAT FPT 130 manual included with your GFA STAT unit G Double check that the wires have been connected correctly H Establish power to the circuit and test reset the ground fault device for proper operation I Test the GFA STAT GFCI before each season and monthly while in use Your Retro DWS sy...

Page 10: ...ent thereof without being obli gated to provide such a change or improvement for units sold and or shipped prior to such change or improvement WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS As to any Heat Line product after the expi ration of the time period of the warranty applicable thereto as set forth above There will be no warranties including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purp...

Page 11: ...me Address Address City City Prov State Postal ZIP Prov State Postal ZIP Country Canada Other Country USA Home Phone Work Cell Email PRODUCT INFORMATION Product Cat Installation Type Sewage Grey water Drain Other Serial Length WARRANTY INFORMATION 5 Year Limited Warranty INCLUDED 10 Year Limited Warranty 1 75 foot 75 00 minimum PAYMENT DETAILS FOR 10 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY System Length System Leng...

Page 12: ... ground fault device and related electronics PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS Heat Line reserves the right to change or improve its products or any component thereof without being obligated to provide such a change or improvement for units sold and or shipped prior to such change or improvement WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS As to any Heat Line product after the expira tion of the time period of the warranty applicable ...

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