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ALWAYS/NEVER
NEVER:
Install a damaged heating cable
Allow or use sharp objects to damage/modify heating cables
Twist the cables
Use heating cables for purposes other than what’s described in the manual
Place heating cables under roofing material, inside walls or in enclosed
spaces
Connect a heating cable designed for 120 V to a 230 V power source
Exceed the maximum length of electrical circuit as it will lead to power
shutdown during the operation
Install heating cables on surfaces that can become hotter than 150°F (65°C)
Turn-on the cable at very low ambient temperatures, as this can overload
the circuit
Try to cut, shorten, or modify a heating cable as it can cause an electric
shock or fire
ALWAYS:
Turn the heating cable OFF at ambient temperatures above 50°F (10°C)
Before installing the heating cable, make sure the installation location is
cleaned of leaves, branches and other debris
Check the system every season before switching on
Ensure a bend radius of the heating cable of at least 1-inch during installa-
tion and operation
Make sure that the heating cable is installed by a qualified technician in
accordance with this installation manual and a NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE (NEC). All electrical connections must be made by a qualified elec-
trician in accordance with all electrical and building codes in your area
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