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KING cable User Manual

KING cable
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cable
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Electric Floor Heating Cable Systems
king-electric.com
800-603-5464
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INSTALLATION
MANUAL
This installation manual includes factory guidelines for installing King Electric floor heating systems.
These guidelines must be followed to ensure warranty coverage. Contact King Electric for any questions
regarding proper installation of the heating cable.
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KING cable Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHeating cable
Voltage230V
ApplicationUnderfloor heating
Insulation MaterialXLPE
Diameter5-7 mm (depending on model)
Power10-20 W/m (depending on model)

Summary

Important Safeguards and Warnings

STEP 1: Inspecting and testing the cable and floor sensor

Insulation Test

Tests insulation jacket for damage using a multimeter to check for open or OL reading.

Resistance test

Measures cable resistance for continuity and wattage rating using a multimeter.

FLOOR SENSOR TEST

Measures floor sensor resistance to verify integrity using a multimeter.

STEP 2: Layout planning and product selection

Select either 120 or 240 volt cable

Guide to selecting the correct voltage and cable size based on heated area and spacing.

STEP 3: Thermostat location and strapping layout

Mark the location of the thermostat

Details on marking thermostat location, cold lead start, and sensor placement.

STEP 4: Electrical rough-in (New construction)

Mount Electrical Box

Instructions for determining junction box location and connecting wires.

STEP 4R: Electrical rough-in (For remodel)

Cut Hole for remodel J-box

Creating an opening in the wall for a remodel junction box.

Install remodel J-box

Installing a remodel type electrical junction box for the thermostat.

Install Nail Plate

Installing a nail plate to protect wires in a remodel installation.

STEP 7: Installing the cold lead

Chisel .25" Grove

Chiseling a groove in the floor for the cold lead splice to ensure embedment.

Hot Glue Spice

Securing the cold lead splice into the chiseled channel with hot glue.

Install Cable Monitor

Installing and connecting the cable monitor throughout the installation process.

STEP 8: Lacing the cable through the strapping

Lace around end straps

Running the heating cable into end straps, creating a 180-degree turn with 1" bend radius.

STEP 10: Apply scratch coat

IMPORTANT TEST 3: TEST THE CABLE RESISTANCE

Performing post-embedding tests to ensure no damage occurred during mortar application.

STEP 11: Install the thermostat

Trouble Shooting Guide