Vanity= 10ft
Shower=9ft
Toilet=3ft
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STEP 2: Layout planning and product selection
King Electric heating cable is used to warm interior floors. It is not to be used for exterior applications such
as snow melting or roof and gutter applications. It is not to be used in walls or ceilings. Follow these steps
in planning the installation:
2.1
Draw the room dimensions on a piece of grid paper.
2.2
Draw in any fixed obstructions such as a shower, bath tub, vanity or counter. The cable is not to be
installed under these type of items. In addition, DO NOT run cables into closets or confined areas
where heat could build-up.
2.3
Mark the locations of any toilets, heating vents or any other heating appliance. Note on the drawing
that the heating cable must be installed at a minimum distance of:
A. 6” from the center of the toilet drain.
B. 8” form heating vents or any other heating appliance.
2.4
Determine the heated area of the floor by subtracting the permanent fixtures. For example: Figure
1.5 the room is 10ft x 10ft equaling 100 square feet. (ft ). The area of each permanent fixture is as
follows:
A. Vanity = 10ft
B. Toilet = 3ft
C. Shower = 9ft
D. Total heated area: 100ft - 22ft =78 ft
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