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RESETTING CIRCUIT BREAKER/REPLACING BLOWN FUSE
At any time during operation, if the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows, stop
using the cable. Unplug and inspect the entire cable for damage when conditions
allow. Remove and dispose of the cable if it shows any evidence of damage or
deterioration, including cuts, brittleness, charring, cracking, discolored surfaces
or bare wires. Do not use a damaged cable. Even if you cannot see damage on
the cable, assume it is damaged if you cannot find another cause for the tripped
breaker or blown fuse.
OFF-SEASON INSTRUCTIONS
The de-icing cable may remain on the roof year-round. However, to avoid
overheating the cable and increasing the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
operate the cable when outdoor temperatures begin to remain above 10°C (50°F)
(i.e., at the end of the winter season). To avoid accidentally turning the cable on,
unplug it.
REMOVING THE CABLE
The de-icing cable must be removed prior to replacing roof shingles or starting
roof repair. Other roof alterations, such as additions of antennae, flag poles, etc.
in the area of the cable may require removal of the cable. Cable may also require
removal for adjustment. Wait for conducive weather conditions to remove the cable.
Then, unplug the cable. Open the clips with pliers and remove the cable. Take care
when removing cable from a downspout to avoid snagging or cutting the cable on
sharp edges.
Inspect the entire cable before replacing it on the roof. If cable is in good condition
(no evidence of cuts, brittleness, charring, cracking, discolored surfaces, bare wires
or other damage), it may be replaced on the roof, according to the instructions.
If a replacement de-icing kit is purchased, use only the new clips provided with it.
Do not reuse the clips from the previous kit. The new cable may not be designed
for use with the old clips. If the old clips are used, the cable may be inadequately
secured or may be damaged.
Note that other models of de-icing cable may have different methods of removal.
Follow the instructions provided with those cables.
