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HEAT MAT INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL USE GUIDELINES
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Read all instructions as provided with original packaging.
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Inspect the power cord before using.
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Caution: Use Indoors; Attention: Employer Uniquement A L’interieur
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Do Not Immerse; Ne Pas Immerger
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Protect the power cord from all animals and reptiles.
Heat mats are designed to provide a warm bed for animals in creep or resting areas, free stalls, individual huts,
nursery pens, whelping boxes or any area where supplemental heat is needed. H
eat mats run 37 degrees above
the ambient temperature of the location it is installed.
**WARNING FIRE RISK**
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Do not cover this appliance with any foreign materials.
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This unit is a heat radiating appliance for animals.
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Do not have any foreign materials within a 3’ radius of the heat mat installation area.
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To cover or alter this appliance voids all warranty and liability.
IMPORTANT –
Check the electrical wiring specifications for the country in which the heat mats are being
installed. Some countries require hard wiring into a sealed fused electrical box.
Check voltage chart on the back or bottom side of each heat mat – be sure the voltage requirements for each mat
is the same as the voltage supply in your area or building.
“WARNINGS –
Fusing must be sized as close as possible to rated input for over-current protection.”
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110-120 Volt A.C.
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220-240 Volt A.C.
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24 Volt A.C.
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To insure the maximum supply of electric current required on a continuous basis, the spades on the
electric cord plugs must be kept polished and corrosion free. This must be checked approximately
every 60 days.
INSTALLATION – (Farrowing Crate or Free Stall Creep Areas)
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A UL or CE listed thermostat control must be installed to control heat mats to the temperature the
animal needs and is comfortable with.
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All Heat Mats must be anchored to the flooring. Anchoring holes are provided on the exterior flange
edge of each heat mat for your convince. At the risk of voiding warranty,
do not
drill additional
holes.
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Heavy-duty plastic electric cinch pull ties are recommended for securing mats to slatted floors.
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Electric power supply cords must be protected with a cord cover shield. You can purchase a 1-½
inch PVC conduit for cord protection. Contact us directly for more information.
