SnowClear Installation, Operator & Maintenance Manual
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Maintenance Instructions
1.
Disconnect the power supply at the circuit breaker panel and ensure the heating elements are cool before
performing cleaning, minor servicing or maintenance. These tasks should only be performed by a licensed
and qualified electrician.
2.
Snow melting efficiency may decrease if the reflectors become dirty due to the build-up of contaminants
from the environment. Daily visual inspection and maintenance are important to ensure maximum
melting capability throughout the winter season. Cleaning of exterior casing and removal of foreign
matter may be required.
3.
After the winter season, it is recommended to clean the product with a soft cloth, gently wiping the
outside surfaces of the unit with a mild detergent to remove built-up. Wipe all the detergent off the unit.
4.
Due to the nature of the heating elements, they will need to be replaced within the life span of the unit.
For heating element replacement, please contact the retailer from where you purchased the unit. The
heating element should only be replaced by a licensed and qualified electrician. Gloves must be worn
during heating element replacement. Any fingerprints or grease on the heating element surface may
shorten the life span of the heating element.
5.
Heating Element Replacement- Licensed and qualified electrician to perform this task.
a)
Disconnect the unit from the supply circuit.
b)
Unscrew the grill holders and remove the grill.
c)
Remove both side reflectors with a gentle pulling motion.
d)
Locate the high temperature porcelain wire connectors. Use a counter clockwise motion to unwind
the wire connector and expose the wire connection. Separate the wires. Remove the insulation
sleeve covering the heating element wire. Save this sleeve.
e)
Unscrew the heating element holder located at each end of the heating element. Remove the burnt-
out heating element.
f)
Wear clean soft gloves and remove the protective covering from around the new heating element.
g)
Place the new heating element in the base holder and attach the top heating element holder. Ensure
the heating element is securely fastened. Replace the insulation sleeve over the new heating
element wire.
h)
Strip 14.3mm (0.56 inch) of insulation from the stranded wire ends to be connected. Hold wires
together with ends even. Bend wire tips together. Do no pre-twist wire. Push wires into the porcelain
wire connector and screw connector clockwise onto the wire until tight. Check that all wires are
gripped tightly by the connector. Slide the insulation sleeve over the bare heating element wire.
i)
Slide both end reflectors back into place, ensuring that the wire connections are behind the
reflectors.
j)
Replace the grill and grill holder.
k)
Power may now be restored to the unit.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
