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13.2.2 SETUP

The following should be performed BEFORE installing the activator and 

connecting it to power.

1.  Remove the four screws on the cover.

2.  Look for the five (5) dipswitches near the center of the board.

3.  The configuration should be as follows, from top to bottom: (Figure 

13.2A)

• LD (5) to ON

• LTC (4) to OFF

• DEL (3) to ON

• RAIN (2) to OFF

• SNOW (1) to ON

4.  Located the dials on the left side of the board.

5.  The configuration should be as follows, from 

top to bottom: (Figure 13.2B)

• TRIG TEMP to 39

• DELAY OFF to MID

• 

SENSITIVITY to approximately 2 o’clock (one side should point to MORE)

6.  Replace cover and secure it with the four screws.

7.  Proceed to installing the M326A and wiring it for use.

The Activator has now been configured to activate the SnowMeltz® mat(s) 

once the temperature is below 39 AND snow (moisture) is detected. The system 

will also remain activated for approximately four (4) hours AFTER moisture is 

no longer detected. To change the amount of After Run time, adjust the dial 

labeled “DELAY OFF” to MIN or MAX to lessen or lengthen the After Run time.

13. Activator Quickstart Guides

13.2.1 M326A(DS-2C) Activator/Controller

•  Control Unit must be mounted outside within close 

proximity of the SnowMeltz® system(s).

•  If not using a panel, power should be ran to the location of the 

M326A.

•  If using a panel, the device requires 120V/240V 

to operate.

•  Wiring/setup for this guide is using one (1) 

M326A, without a panel (switching up to 

30 amps). For other installation situations 

with panels or acessories, please consult the 

complete user manuals for the M326A and 

other devices.

•  Mounting be done by mounting on top of a sturdy conduit or using the 

mounting points on the top and bottom to secure it, ensure that nothing 

obstructs the sensor from receiving moisture.

•  Installation/Setup of the activator should be done AFTER completion of installing the 

SnowMeltz® system and the substrate is fully cured/completed.

Fig. 13.2A

Fig. 13.2B

Summary of Contents for SnoWmeltz

Page 1: ...HEATIZON COM Installation Operating Manual Warranty Registration RADIANT HEATING SYSTEMS SNOW MELTING FLOOR WARMING SPACE HEATING ROOF DEICING GUTTER DEICING 08 2020...

Page 2: ...cementitious material that goes over it Never cross the SnowMeltz Heating Cable over itself or any other conductor or wire When installing Heatizon Systems products strict compliance with the Nationa...

Page 3: ...PLAN THE DESIGN 9 3 4 JUMPERS 11 4 PRODUCT SELECTION 12 5 REQUIRED TESTS FIRST 13 6 AREA PREPARATION 13 7 INSTALLATION 14 CONCRETE 14 ASPHALT 14 SAND BED PAVERS 15 MORTAR BED PAVERS 15 STAIRS 16 8 RE...

Page 4: ...In order to have proper drainage and to reduce the likelihood of vertical shifting of your asphalt concrete or pavers Heatizon Systems recommends that a minimum of 6 inches of high quality aggregate b...

Page 5: ...is damaged it must be replaced or repaired To repair or to splice any part of the system use only Heatizon SnowMeltz Repair Kit part number SMRPKIT 1 General Guidelines 1 1 Use of the Manual This man...

Page 6: ...remely dangerous and can result in a fire Do not cut the heating cable to avoid an obstacle use other methods as described in this manual Make sure to avoid damaging cutting the heating cable during a...

Page 7: ...al Connections MATS Cable Construction Twin Conductor Rated Voltage 120VAC to 600VAC Output 12 watts ft max Length Refer to Individual Product Labels Cable Diameter 0 24 to 0 35 Cable Type Constant Wa...

Page 8: ...lt protection device i e GFCI GFEP etc requirements when installing all heating cable products Do not bend heating cable within 3 of a termination or connection between the heating element and the col...

Page 9: ...be run to the area and or met to the cold lead s Geographic Location Depending on the geographic location of the installation area some adjustments made have to be made during the installation such as...

Page 10: ...entitious material Do not bend the heating cable within 3 of cold connection Activation Devices are the eyes and ears of the heating system Location is important Please reference installation and oper...

Page 11: ...MPERS Control Joints Control Joints are intended to control where the slab will crack and are placed either in fresh concrete or saw cut in after the concrete is poured Spacing of these joints will va...

Page 12: ...34 3 12 6 10 9 60 30 20 14 SM 50W240 37W208 75 3660 30 0 15 3 13 2 75 37 20 10 SM 50W240 37W208 110 5500 9 1 22 9 19 9 110 55 20 10 SnowMeltz Mat Models 50 Watts Ft2 277VAC or 37 Watts Ft2 240VAC Heat...

Page 13: ...installed in a location that will allow it to turn the snow melt system on when it is needed and off when it is not needed Verify the proper location has been selected for the activation device Manual...

Page 14: ...aggregate or concrete base is prepared first Once the base is prepared the installer can begin by placing a grid of welded wire fabric or rebar in preparation for the heating cable The heating cables...

Page 15: ...r and fill size requirements in the NEC and CEC The heating cable portion and connection can not pass into any conduit sleeve Sand Bed Paver Preparation The heating cable may be secured in place by la...

Page 16: ...d Lead s The cold lead s should be run in a conduit to either a junction box panel or activator and should NEVER cross or come in contact with the SnowMeltz heating element 8 Required Tests Second Ins...

Page 17: ...EMOTE IN GROUND The activators usually have a head unit located indoors and have more functionality and have optional in ground sensors that detect moisture temperature on on the concrete asphalt Thes...

Page 18: ...damage by tools or paving equipment and will protect the cable from heat during placement of the main pour Continuously check the insulation resistance of the heating cables to verify that the cables...

Page 19: ...econd Insulation Resistance with Megohmmeter Before during and after installation it is necessary to measure the insulation resistance between the heating conductor and the protective grounding screen...

Page 20: ...he activator should be done AFTER completion of installing the SnowMeltz system and the substrate is fully cured completed M432 ETO2 With Cover Removed Fig 13 1A Fig 13 1B Fig 13 1C The system must no...

Page 21: ...then dial back from there based on the performance of the system Once complete hit ENTER Scroll down to Exit and hit ENTER the initial setup is complete 7 Run an test run of the system to see if every...

Page 22: ...ted for approximately four 4 hours AFTER moisture is no longer detected To change the amount of After Run time adjust the dial labeled DELAY OFF to MIN or MAX to lessen or lengthen the After Run time...

Page 23: ...e SnowMeltz mat s 3 Be sure to follow local code for the correct gauge of wire for a dual pole 30 amp 240v circuit 4 Power to the M326A must be off before wiring the unit 5 Wire the green ground wire...

Page 24: ...Installation and Operation Manual Activator not configured or wired correctly Refer to specific instructions included with the activator purchased for use with this system Area activated continously A...

Page 25: ...stem to overheat and burnout Q Where should the activator sensor be located A Arial or ground sensors must be located in or close to the area s to be heated and must be able to detect moisture unabate...

Page 26: ...Use this grid to layout the SnowMeltz system...

Page 27: ...e had components not purchased from Heatizon Systems integrated into or connected to them 4 Any labor costs for removal of alleged defective part s and or reinstallation of replacement part s transpor...

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