Installation and Operation Instructions
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when current flows through something other than a cable (such as a person
or a drainage pipe). Such a current:
May be caused by damage to the cable;
May not be large enough to trip the circuit breaker;
May cause the cable to overheat, which may result in a fire, as well as
electric shock.
3)
Belongs to a circuit that has an appropriate rated current (A). Do not use a
cable in a circuit whose circuit breaker or fuse is rated for a current of less
than 20 A. It must be ensured that sufficient current is supplied without
overloading the circuit.
Overloading the circuit may cause the circuit breaker to trip or a fuse to
blow. To prevent overloading the circuit, do not use more than 80 % of the
rated circuit power (for example, do not load a 20-amp circuit by more than
16 A and do not load a 15-amp circuit above 12 A).
4)
Protected from the weather. A connection between plug and outlet should
be protected from the rain, snow or weather effects.
5)
Located within 6-feet of the starting point of the roof cable. The un-heated
length of the cable is 10-feet long.
Make sure that the heating part of the cable is completely on the roof.
This will prevent contact with people or equipment that could move or damage it.
It is forbidden to use an extension cord to connect the heating cable.
Using an extension cord with a heating cable increases the risk of fire or elec-
tric shock. Remember that there may be additional requirements related to lo-
cal or national regulations. If you are unsure of the correct installation of the
outlet or cable, contact a licensed electrician.