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02 Installation Preparations
Before installing Warmset mats, make sure to thoroughly inspect
the products and carefully plan the site. The ambient air temperature
must be above 0 ˚C or 32 ˚F. Con
fi
rm that all plumbing and other
electrical work that will become innaccesible after installation has
been completed.
Materials
Thermostat and
fl
oor probe sold separately (see part 1.5)
Appropriate available circuit breakers
A correctly sized electrical box
Junction box with cover (if required)
Electrical Conduit (if required)
Gauge wiring
Check with local building codes for any further safety requirements
Tools
Multimeter with ohmmeter function
A knife or scissors
Wire strippers
Non-conductive builders tape
All necessary small hand tools (drills, screwdrivers, measuring tape,
marker, shears to cut mesh substrate, etc...)
The installer must be familiar with electrical wiring techniques and any
relevant local building codes. A licensed electrician is recommended. If
applicable, the installer should also be familiar with the appropriate
fl
oor
covering techniques.
Unpack and inspect all components of the planned Warmset mat system.
Check thoroughly for any visible damage. Verify that everything is the correct
type and size as ordered.
Do not attempt to install a damaged component.
Record all product information about the system in the system information
table found on pages 27–28. Alert the homeowner to this information, and
instruct them to keep it in a safe place.
Do not remove any labels or tags from the product. Your building
inspector will need to be able to see these tags.
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