IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Heating cables MUST be installed in compliance with ALL Na
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tional, State and Local codes. Check with your local electrical
inspector for specific details.
• A LWAY S e x e r c i s e p r o p e r c a r e a n d c a u t i o n d u r i n g
installation and use of the Freeze
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Free Pipe Heat
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ing System. CAREFULLY follow and understand the
instructions and warnings provided for your safety.
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F r e e o r a n g e c a b l e c o n
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n e c t o r h o u s i n g a n d f i b e r g l a s s t h e r m a l
i n s u l a t i o n w i t h v a p o r s e a l m u s t b e k e p t d r y a n d
waterproof to avoid possible electrical shock or fire.
• ONLY use the Freeze
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Free System on metal and plastic domestic
water pipes (such as PVC, PEX or polybutylene). NEVER use
product on flexible vinyl tubing (garden hose), on buried pipes,
on pipes carrying any fluid other than water, or ANY non-pipe
heating applications such as roof and gutter de-icing or driveway
snow melting.
• NEVER expose Freeze
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Free Cable to temperatures ABOVE 150°F
(66°C), this will shorten the life of the cable. BEFORE installing on
hot water pipes, ALWAYS set the water heater thermostat BELOW
150°F (66°C) (low to medium on most thermostats).
• ONLY use the Fused Plug Kit (10802 or 10803) for
making connections.
• NEVER alter the plug in ANY way.
• To avoid short circuits, NEVER twist the wires inside the Freez
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e
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Free Cable together OR allow them to touch each other or
the outer braid.
• ALWAYS remove old heating tapes or insulation.
• ALWAYS keep cable ends clean and dry.
• Seal the cable ONLY with the end seal provided.
• ONLY cut the Freeze
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Free Cable jacket at the ends
when attaching the fused plug and end seal.
• NEVER cut, nick, or allow the plastic jacket of the Freeze
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Free Cable
to be worn down. The braid MUST remain intact.
• NEVER install the cable where it might be hit or cut by something.
• NEVER install the cable where it might be damaged by rubbing
against rough surfaces.
• BEFORE installing the Freeze
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Free Cable, file and remove from the
pipe ALL sharp edges which might damage the cable. The cable
MUST touch ONLY smooth non-abrasive pipe surfaces.
• A L W A Y S p r o t e c t t h e C O M P L E T E s y s t e m f r o m
damage by animals or impact.
• NEVER use nails, metal clamps, wires or other devices that might cut
the cable to support the cable along the pipe.
• Only use ½" or 1" vinyl or fiberglass tape to attach cable to pipe.
• Inspect the Freeze
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Free Cable for damage EACH TIME you plug it in.
If left plugged in all year, inspect it AT LEAST once a year or ANY time
you have reason to suspect damage.
• I f y o u s e e a c u t , n i c k o r w o r n s p o t o n t h e c a b l e ,
IMMEDIATELY disconnect the system and replace it.
• There are NO serviceable parts in the Freeze
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Free Cable System.
• NEVER splice a damaged cable.
• NEVER repair a damaged cable.
• ALWAYS replace a damaged cable with a new one.
• ALWAYS replace ANY damaged insulation and water-proof covering
after EACH inspection of the cable.
• O N LY c o n n e c t t h e p l u g t o a r e c e p t a c l e i n s t a l l e d
according to the National Electrical Code (or CEC) AND protected from
rain and other water.
• N E V E R i n s t a l l o r u s e F r e e z e
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F r e e C a b l e w h e r e
flammable materials, liquids or vapors may be present. If the
cable is cut while the system is connected, the risk of fire is
increased.
• ALWAYS use a ground fault protection device (GFPD)
to reduce the danger of fire from a damaged or im
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p r o p e r l y i n s t a l l e d h e a t i n g c a b l e . E l e c t r i c a l f a u l t
c u r r e n t s c a u s e d b y d a m a g e d o r i m p r o p
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erly installed cable MAY NOT BE LARGE ENOUGH to trip a
conventional circuit breaker.
• If you DO NOT know whether your electrical system
is protected by a GFPD, ALWAYS consult an electrician.
NOTE Many mobile home heat tape receptacles are
NOT protected by a GFPD. A cord connected GFPD suitable
for outdoor applications is available from Easy Heat
(cat.no. HCP1).
• In mobile home applications, ONLY connect the plug to an electrical
outlet UNDERNEATH the mobile home. The outlet MUST be in an un
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exposed, dry location because the plug is NOT weatherproof. NEVER
use an extension cord.
• To help prevent damage to the cable and the possibility of fire or electrical
shock, place the “Caution” label provided in the Freeze
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Free Plug Kit
(10802 & 10803) on the completed system where it can be EASILY
seen. This “Caution” label is REQUIRED by the National Electrical Code.
• Do not install heating cable when temperature is below -20°F (-29°C)
HOW TO DETERMINE THE LENGTH OF CABLE
YOU NEED
(MAXIMUM CIRCUIT LENGTH:75 FEET)
STEP 1 COLLECT THE FOLLOWING
NECESSARY INFORMATION
• Pipe size
• outside diameter
• length
• Lowest expected air temperature
(disregard windchill: it has been
figured into the Length Selection chart)
• Number of valves and spigots
• Distance from pipe to electrical outlet
Self Regulating Pipe Heating System
INSTRUCTION SHEET
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR USE ONLY AS
WATER PIPE NO-FREEZE PROTECTION. DAMAGE TO, OR
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE AND/OR MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRI
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CAL HEATING CABLE CAN RESULT IN FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND/
OR FREEZING OF PIPE.
THIS IS A SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. WHENEVER YOU SEE
IT ALWAYS CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE
WARNINGS THAT FOLLOW. BE ALERT TO THE POSSIBILITY
OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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WARNING
ONLY use this product on water supply and drain pipes.
ALWAYS read AND comply with the following important
safety instructions. Failure to comply can result in serious
injury or death from fire or electrical shock.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Make sure you have selected the CORRECT length heating cable for the pipe
to be protected (see Chart #1 or #2).
Your Fused Plug Kit (10802 or 10803) should contain:
• one fused plug body with a built-in, non-replaceable fuse
• one push on end seal
• “CAUTION” labels
• cable ties – 2 pcs.
ADDITIONAL TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
• Application tape (Cat.No. HCA) or high quality electrician’s
tape such as Scotch 44 or 33.
• 1/2" fiberglass pipe insulation with vapor seal.
• Wire cutters or heavy scissors
• Phillips #2 and slotted screwdrivers.
• Ruler or measuring tape.
Examples
• 1 ½" PIPE
• 12 feet
• -20°F/-29°C
• 1 ball valve
• 2 feet
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RECORD OF PURCHASE
Date purchased __________________________________
Purchased from __________________________________
Installed by ________________________________________
Date installed _____________________________________
F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , o r t h e n a m e o f y o u r
nearest Freeze
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Free system supplier, call Monday-Friday, 9
am
-5
pm
EST 800/537-4732 (US), or 800/794-3766 (Canada).
These instructions
MUST
be
• Saved for future reference
• Made available to USER of heating cables
• Passed on to future owners
