Any other use, which is not ‘as directed’ can lead to a significant hazard for people, animals and the environment. The heating fabric must be
installed in such a way that the mechanical and electric safety devices to prevent contact are assured.
! Warranty claims
In the case of improper use and/or non-adherence to the mounting and safety information listed here, the warranty of the heating equipment
manufacturer becomes void. The operator loses the right to make warranty claims and takes on the liability himself.
General safety information
If the laminated heating fabric is installed in heating equipment (and/or in surface heaters) the safety information listed below is to be followed and
actively implemented by the heating equipment manufacturer / originator through constructive measures. The manufacturer of the heating
equipment and/or the originator of the surface heating elements and is obliged to install them in a way which complies with the directives and
standards (for further information, see the installation notes). This is to be documented through the issuing of an EC declaration of conformity in
accordance with the low voltage directive.
The laminated heating fabric (type series HGW)… should not be
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bent or folded,
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used as a pliant and flexible heating device,
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used as a heating device that is held in the hand or moved during operations,
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fastened using nails, screws or similar sharp-edged objects,
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repaired, and/or shortened or lengthened without authorisation,
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used with a rated voltage that exceeds 13A per heating element, regardless of the rated voltage
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covered (the build up of heat should be avoided)
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laid in concrete or under tiles,
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laid on uneven and sharp-edged floors.
! Please be aware of the following!
The laminated heating fabrics from PRO CAR – safety class 2 (double insulated) and safety class 3 – (operation with low safety voltage SEL V) are
contact proof in accordance with EN60325-2-96. However, as a result of the heating equipment manufacturer, when installing in heating equipment
/ surface heating elements, care should be taken regarding the protection of the film (thermally and mechanically) as stated in the applicable
standards.
General information related to installation
Before installing the laminated heating fabric, a check needs to be made as to whether
1. - the intended purpose of the heating radiator corresponds with the technical data of the heating fabric. Among other things, care should
be taken that there is a correspondence with the data stated on the rating plate, e.g.
- the rated voltage / frequency or low safety voltage (SEL V) is generated via a tested and certified transformer
- The stated output and/or appointed surface temperature is given for the respective application / installation.
2. The IPX4 level of protection is not diminished as a result of constructive measures.
3. Protection is assured as a result of mechanical damage, the cover and the housing.
4. The anti-contact device of the safety class 2 heating fabric is not restricted by the use of sharp-edged metal parts, screws etc. If metal,
frames, parts, covers are used, which do not satisfy the requirements mentioned above, then additional insulation needs to be
attached or alternatively, the heating radiators need to be incorporated into die safety class 1 (connection to the protective conductor
system). The PE connection that is used should not rust, and should be safeguarded against self-loosening.
5. The heating fabric should not be bent or folded.
6. The heating fabric should not be stacked as this leads to the build up of heat and damage to the insulation properties of the heating fabric.
7. At the outlet port of the heating radiator, the connecting cable of the heating fabric has to be relieved from shear forces and tension.
8. In order that the insulation of the heating fabric is not damaged, the installation surfaces have to be clean, without edges and unevenness.
9. The heating fabric should not be fastened using screws, rivets etc. which go through it. The edges of the heating fabric should be fixed
using adhesive tape (or a similar means) i.e. not in the area which conducts current.
The laminated heating fabrics (model series HGW-…) correspond to the requirements of the low voltage directive, the Equipment and Product
Safety Act (GPSG) as well as EN60335-2-96. They are subjected to type testing by TÜV Rheinland. The manufacturer of the heating equipment is
responsible for the safe application and installation.
No claim is made that the information stated here concerning the installation of the laminated heating fabric is complete. As assessment of the
hazards (hazard analysis) needs to be made by the manufacturer of the heating equipment / a specialist electrician.
Installation in room heaters
The following devices are classified as room heaters:
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Heaters (mounted in walls and ceilings)
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Radiation and convection heaters
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Standing radiators.
! EN60335-1 and EN60335-2-30 apply when using the fabric in room heaters.
In particular, care should be taken that:
1. Instructions for use should be drawn up in accordance with the standard mentioned above (as well as EN62079) / supplied with the
heater. A rating plate should be fitted to the radiator.
2. The exposed parts of the radiator should not have a temperature increase of >60 K.
3. A thermal fuse is installed, if the cover (in accordance with section 19 of the standard stated above) has an excess temperature.
4. On the basis of the design, there is sufficient air circulation between the heater and the seat (fastening seat).
5. The wall fastening is executed in such a way that any unintentional lifting of the heater (from its fixture) is prevented.
6. The standing heater is secured from falling over.
7. If setting the DIN EN 0100 T 701 up in baths and swimming pools, DIN EN 0100 T 702 has to be followed. Here, special attention should
be paid to the protective zones and the use of an earth leakage circuit breaker with a tripping current of 30 mA.
8. In the case of ceiling mounting, the holder must be capable of holding four times the weight of the device.
9. The mounting of the heating fabric is carried out in accordance with the standards stated above as well as the general safety notes. The
mounting is subject to a final check and logged in accordance with EN30335-1 app. A.
Installation in surface heating elements
The following are classified as surface heating elements:
Heating units or heating fabrics which are installed in accordance with the installation instructions and as such, achieve the level of protection with
regard to protection against hazards (thermal and mechanical).
