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Product specifications
W51-6P
W51-12P
W51-18P
W51-24P
W51-50P
W51-75P
W51-100P
Cable length (feet)
6
12
18
24
50
75
100
Min. power output at 40°F (5°C) on pipe (watts)
36
72
108
144
300
450
600
Nominal power output in ice and snow (watts)
48
96
144
192
400
600
800
General specifications for all W51 products
Nominal cable width (in)
0.42
Nominal cable thickness (in)
0.22
Heating cable bus wire gauge (AWG)
16
Cold lead length (in)
30
Voltage rating (V)
110–120
Plug rating (amps)
15
Circuit breaker sizing minimum (amps)
15
Max. exposure temperature
150°F (65°C)
Electrical classification
Nonhazardous areas only
Exposure to chemicals
None
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Heating cable testing and maintenance
Make sure that gutter and downspouts are free
of leaves and other debris prior to the winter
season.
Using a 2500-Vdc megohmmeter (2500 Vdc
minimum), unplug the Gardian and test the
unit by checking the insulation resistance
between the flat blade and the ground pin in
the plug. Minimum reading should be 1000
megohms regardless of Gardian length.
Record the original values for each circuit.
Take additional readings during regularly
scheduled maintenance and compare to the
original value. If the readings fall below 1000
megohms, inspect heating cables and
insulation for signs of damage.
WARNING! Fire and shock hazard.
Damaged heating cable can cause electrical
shock, arcing, and fire. Do not attempt to
repair or energize damaged heating cable.
Remove it at once and replace with a
new length.
