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MORE PAD INDOOR
Using the self-amalgamating bitumen tape
supplied (series 3861), insulate the copper parts of
the cable and the crimp terminal from oxidation.
Press well to release the air trapped in the “sandwich”
in order to make the bituminous parts adhere to make
the contact watertight.
Use only self-amalgamating bituminous tape to
maintain the CE certification of the PAD INDOOR
product as it has been tested in conjunction with the
use of this specific tape.
Similarly, also insulate the cuts in the end of the
string, as shown in the photo, to prevent oxidation of
the braid on the upright at the cut point.
Do not use any other type of tape as too aggressive
thinners may lead to deterioration of the polymer
forming the heating mat.
The self-amalgamating double-sided butyl tape reinforced with polye-
ster mesh in bituminous adhesive has the following functions:
• Dielectric sealing of the areas affected by the crimping between
the terminal, electrical cable and technopolymer.
• Antioxidant protection of the electrical cable and terminal.
• electric protection IP X7.
The following precautions must be taken when applying the bituminous
tape:
• Make sure that the parts that will be sealed are clean and free of
dust and impurities.
• Apply the tape with an ambient temperature and the components
to be sealed between 5 and 40°C.
Warning
