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SunTouch TapeMat Installation Manual

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Watts Radiant (the Company) warrants its electric floor-warming mats and cables (the Product) to be free from defects in materials and 

workmanship for twenty-five (25) years from the date of manufacture. Thermostats and controls sold by Watts Radiant are warranted, parts 

and materials, for two (2) years from the date of purchase. The sole remedy for controls is product replacement. This warranty is transferable to 

subsequent owners.

Under this Limited Warranty, Watts Radiant will provide the following:

If the Product is determined by Watts Radiant to be defective in materials and workmanship, and has not been damaged as a result of 

abuse, misapplication or modification, the Company will refund all or part of the manufacturer’s published list price of the Product at the time 

of purchase in accordance with the following: 100% for the first ten (10) years, then prorated on a diminishing 25-year scale for the remaining 

warranty period. 

For example:  

(1)  Product found defective in the 5th year will receive the full manufacturer’s published list price of the Product at the time of purchase;

(2)  Product found defective in the 15th year, with 10 years remaining in the warranty period, will receive 10/25ths of the manufacturer’s 

 

published list price of the Product at the time of purchase. 

In order to make a claim, you must:

(a)  Provide the Company with sufficient details relating to the nature of the defect, the installation, the history of operation, and any 

 

repairs that may have been made.

(b)  At the Company’s discretion and at the owner’s expense, ship the Product to the Company or the Company’s local representative or 

 

distributor.

(c)  Provide proof that the Product was installed in accordance with the applicable Product Installation Manual and any special written 

 

design or installation guidelines by Watts Radiant for this project.

(d)  Provide proof that the Product was installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) or the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), 

 

and all applicable local building and electrical codes.

(e)  Provide a retail sales receipt or proof of purchase.

The following are not covered by this Limited Warranty:

(a)  Any incidental or consequential damage, including inconvenience, loss of time or loss of income.

(b)  Any labor or materials required to repair or replace the Product or control, not authorized in writing by the Company.

(c)  Any labor or materials required to remove, repair or replace flooring materials.

(d)  Any freight or delivery costs related to the Product, the control, or any related flooring or electrical products.

Watts Radiant assumes no responsibility under this warranty for any damage to the Product caused by any trades people, visitors on the job 

site, or damage caused as a result of post-installation work. The staff at Watts Radiant is available to answer any questions regarding the proper 

installation or application of the Product at this toll-free phone number: 800-276-2419. If you are ever in doubt about the correct installation 

procedure to follow, or if the Product appears to be damaged, you must call us before proceeding with the installation, or proposed repair.

WATTS RADIANT DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR 

IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. WATTS RADIANT FURTHER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR SPECIAL, 

INDIRECT, SECONDARY, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OWNERSHIP OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING 

INCONVENIENCE OR LOSS OF USE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE OF THIS DOCUMENT. NO AGENT OR 

REPRESENTATIVE OF WATTS RADIANT HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO EXTEND OR MODIFY THIS WARRANTY UNLESS SUCH EXTENSION OR MODIFI-

CATION IS MADE IN WRITING BY A CORPORATE OFFICER.

DUE TO DIFFERENCES IN BUILDING AND FLOOR INSULATION, CLIMATE, AND FLOOR COVERINGS, WATTS RADIANT MAKES NO 

REPRESENTATION THAT THE FLOOR TEMPERATURE WILL ACHIEVE ANY PARTICULAR TEMPERATURE, OR TEMPERATURE RISE. UL® STANDARD 

LISTING REQUIREMENTS LIMIT THE HEAT OUTPUT OF REGULAR MATS TO 12 WATTS PER SQUARE FOOT, CABLES TO 15 WATTS PER SQUARE FOOT 

DEPENDING ON CABLE INSTALL SPACING, AND UNDERFLOOR MATS TO 10 WATTS PER SQUARE FOOT, AND AS SUCH, USERS MAY OR MAY NOT 

BE SATISFIED WITH THE FLOOR WARMTH THAT IS PRODUCED. WATTS RADIANT DOES WARRANT THAT ALL PRODUCTS WILL PRODUCE THE RATED 

OUTPUT LISTED ON THE PRODUCT NAMEPLATE, WHEN OPERATED AT THE RATED VOLTAGE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages and some states do not allow limitations on 

how long implied warranties may last. Therefore, the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific 

legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. SO FAR AS IS CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAW, ANY 

IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY NOT BE DISCLAIMED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR 

PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWENTY-FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE. 

Terms and Conditions

Shipping Discrepancies:  Incoming materials should be inventoried for completeness and for possible shipping damage. Any visible 

damages or shortages must be noted prior to accepting the material. Once the receiving personnel accept the material on their dock, they have 

relieved the freight company of any responsibility. Any discrepancy concerning type or quantity of material shipped, must be brought to the 

attention of Watts Radiant within 15 days of the shipping date entered on the packing slip for the order.

Return Policy:   Watts Radiant items may be returned within 180 days from the date of purchase, if they are not damaged or used. There 

will be a 25% restock charge applied to items returned due to overstock or customer order error. All returned items must be in new condition. 

Products, controls or other parts that have a quality defect will be replaced (not credited) at no charge to the customer. If an item is shipped in 

error, there will be no restocking charge. All items returned, for replacement, credit or repair, must have a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) 

number, or they will not be accepted. Please call our order desk for an RGA number. Products older than 180 days are excluded from these terms 

and conditions and may not be returned.

Products that have been damaged, or Products that have been cut, may not be returned. This includes Products that have had mortar or 

concrete materials applied to them. These Products cannot be repaired and cannot be resold; therefore, we cannot accept them.

Effective:  APRIL 1, 2006. This warranty applies to all Products purchased after this date.

Watts Radiant, Inc.    4500 E. Progress Place    Springfield, MO 65803-8816

800-276-2419 

(toll-free phone)

     417-864-6108 

(phone)

    417-864-8161 

(fax)

    www.wattsradiant.com

Electric Floor-warming Products

25-year Limited  Warranty

Summary of Contents for TapeMat D12

Page 1: ...ation Manual TapeMat Series D12 Please be aware local codes may require this product and or the thermostatic control to be installed or connected by an electrician Please leave this manual with the en...

Page 2: ...tails Minimum bend radius 1 inch Maximum exposure temperature Continuous and storage 194 F 90 C Minimum installation temperature 50 F 10 C Skill Level Installation must be performed by qualified perso...

Page 3: ...der cabinets or other built ins having no floor clearance or in small closets Excessive heat will build up in these confined spaces and the mat can be damaged by fasteners nails screws etc used to ins...

Page 4: ...pedestals support columns walls or similar Install the heating wires 4 to 6 away from the perimeter walls of the room It may be placed closer but is unnecessary since most people do not stand this cl...

Page 5: ...7024 7 0 24 29 160 2 x 80 24008024 8 0 22 27 3 ft Wide 30 3 x 10 24001036 1 5 144 176 40 3 x 13 4 24001336 2 0 97 118 50 3 x 16 8 24001636 2 5 78 95 60 3 x 20 24002036 3 0 60 74 90 3 x 30 24003036 4 5...

Page 6: ...R FLOOR HEATING APPLICATIONS Do not remove this nameplate label The electrical inspector will need to see this STEP 2 3 Use a digital multi meter set to the 200 or 2000 2k range to measure the resista...

Page 7: ...temperature sensed Table 3 provides approximate resistance to temperature values for reference The LoudMouth monitor sold separately will constantly monitor theheatingwireduringtheentireinstallationp...

Page 8: ...ch have lighting motors exhaust fans or hot tub pumps due to possible interference STEP 3 2 Install Electrical Boxes SunStat Thermostat Install an extra deep electrical box for the SunStat thermostat...

Page 9: ...power leads to avoid possible interference Open a separate knock out in the bottom of the thermostat box Feed the sensor and conduit if used through the knock out down through the cut out in the botto...

Page 10: ...ke sure the power lead factory splice is to be completely flat and in the floor mortar not in the wall STEP 4 4 Test Fit the Mat Roll out the mat flipping it as needed to cover the intended area This...

Page 11: ...age can result DO NOT use nails duct tape other types of tape or other unapproved fasteners to hold the heating wire or mesh in place Damage can result STEP 4 6 Use a digital multi meter to measure th...

Page 12: ...r Tape Conduit Power Lead Factory Splice in thin set not in conduit STEP 4 10 Shower Application Note Acceptance of this application must be verified by the local inspector or authority having jurisdi...

Page 13: ...when installing a radiant product Do not use solvent based adhesives or pre mix mortars because they are not as heat resistant Select the proper size trowel for the installation of tile or stone We re...

Page 14: ...strengthen the floor Tapemat can be installed in either the mor tar bed dry set or in the mortar bond coat directly below the tile or stone TapeMat is generally installed above the self leveling morta...

Page 15: ...tion until the tile or flooring installer verifies all cement materials are fully cured typically two to four weeks See mortar manufacturer s instructions for recommended curing time NOTE Most laminat...

Page 16: ...16 SunTouch TapeMat Installation Manual Appendix 90 orFlipTurn Roll overTurn 180 orBack to BackTurn Fill inTechnique Typesofturns Step by steplayoutforatypicalbathroom 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

Page 17: ...area The controlsshouldNEVERbeinstalledintheshower area orwhereanyoneintheshowercouldtouch thecontrols Installthecontrolsaminimumof4 awayfromtheshowerarea Neverinstallthemat inshowerwalls or anyotherw...

Page 18: ...ink Smallbathlayout2 One3 x8 4 mat Doorway Doorway BathTub Vanity Smallbathlayout1 One3 x5 mat Frontentrywaylayout Two3 x10 mats one3 x5 mat Control Installmatsrightuptothe faceofthevanity Theheat tra...

Page 19: ...electrician in accordance with local building and electri cal codes and the National Electrical Code NEC espe cially Article 424 of the NEC ANSI NFPA70 and Section 62 of CEC Part 1 CAUTION Make sure 1...

Page 20: ...rol and Relays Use size 18 to 24 gauge 2 conductor wire up to 100 feet 30 m in length to connect SunStat to SunStat Relay Typical Wiring for SunStat with SunStat Relay s 20 amp circuit for each SunSta...

Page 21: ...all codes for wiring If in doubt consult an electrician Illustration showing how to connect three mats at the thermostatic control electrical box Illustrationshowinghowtoconnectmultiple matsfrommultip...

Page 22: ...ufacturer If mat is not damaged replace the GFCI control Also see GFCI conflicts below Incorrect voltage supplied or mismatched electrical components used Measure line voltage then measure load voltag...

Page 23: ...THER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT SECONDARY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OWNERSHIP OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING INCONVENIENCE OR LOSS OF USE THERE ARE NO W...

Page 24: ...eld MO 65803 Ph 888 432 8932 Fax 417 831 4067 Web suntouch com SunTouch aWattsRadiantproduct WattsRadiant aWattsWaterTechnologiesCompany Affiliations The SunTouch manufacturing facility s Quality Syst...

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