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Metal Clad Hopper Heater
Read and understand this entire manual before operating this electric heater.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
1. Check for suspected damage to the MCH blanket such as rips, punctures, etc.
2. Verify surface to be heated is free from all sharp edges, weld splatter, rust, oil,
etc. Surface must be clean prior to installing heater.
3. Check that the desired placement of the blanket will not cause damage to the
blanket through impact shock, vibration, ambient temperature, or by
neighboring moving parts.
4. Confirm voltage / wattage rating of heater is appropriate for power supply
device or temperature controller. The heater is designed to work at a specific
voltage to heat properly. For additional information, contact your local
distributor or BriskHeat
®
.
5. Confirm blanket maximum exposure temperature rating is suitable for
environment. The temperature of the internal heating element may run up to
25% higher than the external surface of the blanket. Use extreme caution for
applications that require a process temperature near the maximum exposure
temperature ratings of the blanket.
MCH exposure temperature range: -60ºF to 800ºF (-51ºC to 427ºC)
6. Confirm all necessary installation hardware and tools are readily available.
Depending on the application, this may include...
Tools:
Wire strippers
Cleaning / prep supplies (varies based on what is being cleaned)
Hardware:
Junction Box
Wire Ties
Mounting Hardware
Temperature controller and sensor
Silicone RTV
Insulating material
High-temperature adhesive tape
(part # AA2180)
Plug if connecting heater to a
receptacle rather than hard wiring to
a temperature controller or junction
box
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®
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Metal Clad Hopper Heater
MOUNTING
(Example shown is for Capacitive Discharge stud welding. If Acr-welding then ferrule is included along
with stud.)
NOTE:
The Metal Clad Hopper Heating System must be connected to an external control device. DO NOT
turn on unless temperature controller is applied.
1.) Mark Locations of Mounting Holes to surface. Use “System Drawing” to see how
to place metal clad heaters on the hopper. The “System Drawing” should be used
when wiring and placing heaters on unit.
c.) Completed Stud
b.) Weld Stud to Hopper Wall
2.) a.) Insert Stud in Welder
3.) Ensure surface is clean before placing heater. Place heater in metal cover slot then attach to
studs. Install flat washer, ground wire, lock washer, nut, and then install 2nd jam nut to secure heater
in place.
