Pipe Freeze Protection Control SCFP-CO-F130

PRO-Tect: Pipe Freeze Protection Economy Control with GFEP

Name: PRO-Tect: Pipe Freeze Protection Economy Control with GFEP
Brand: WarmlyYours
SKU: PT-ECONOMY
Price: 969.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

Part Number: PT-ECONOMY
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Common Support Questions (18)

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Specifications (17)

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Articles (2)

Common Support Questions

Can heat tape start a fire?

No, as long as it's properly installed. However, improper installation, use, and/or maintenance of electrical heating cable can cause fires, electric shock, and/ or frozen pipes.

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Can Pipe Freeze Protection be used indoors and outdoors?

Yes, it can be used for both application types to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting during cold weather.

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How long does it take for pipes to unfreeze if heat tape is installed?

Unfortunately there's no set answer for this because it depends on many factors such as the diameter of the pipes, the installation density of the heating cables, the outdoor temperature, the installation of thermal insulation sleeves, etc.

There are too many variables to provide an accurate answer. Even though this product is designed to keep pipes from freezing, it is not designed to thaw pipes. If your pipe has frozen with the heat tape installed and energized, please check the placement of the built-in thermostat and verify that the insulation has been properly installed and waterproofed.

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Can I coil or wrap the heating wire around the pipe?

Never spiral heating cable around pipes. Attach self regulating cable in straight runs at the 8 o'clock position, or if two runs are required (pipes greater than 12“ diameter) attach the cable at the 8 o'clock and the 4 o'clock positions. Please refer to the installation manual for further information.

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Can I extend the length of the sensor?

Yes, you can extend the sensor up to 2,000 ft. cable for enhanced installation options

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Can I plug self regulating cable into an electrical outlet?

WarmlyYours offers a conversion kit (SR-PLUG-KIT) to enable a plug-in requirement. This kit includes ground fault equipment protection (GFEP). The receptacle must be 120V, grounded, and approved for wet locations if located outside. The self regulating cable must not exceed 140‘ in length.

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Can I use an RTD?

No, the FPT-130 (PT-Economy) is meant to be used with only the supplied thermistor sensor.

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Can I use an extension cord to connect pipe heat / heat trace cable?

WarmlyYours does not recommend using an extension cord for permanent installations. Pipe heat should always be plugged directly into a receptacle or hardwired to the circuit that is powering it.

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Can WarmlyYours pipe trace be used on pipe that will be buried in the ground?

No. It is not listed for this application, and it is not warrantied for use in direct burial or wet applications.

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Can pipe heat be installed in walls?

No. Only install pipe heat (heat trace cable) in accessible locations. Do not install this self regulating cable in walls or any place where the cable is hidden. Do not run it through walls, ceilings, or floors. The cable must be installed 10“ away from combustible surfaces, such as wood, and it should not be embedded in insulation or roofing material.

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For exterior: Should I wrap the vertical exterior plastic pipe (3/4 inch ) with the electric tape then install fiberglass tubular insulation over it to keep dirt off the tape?

Do not wrap self regulating cable around the pipe in a coiled or spiral fashion, and do not use electric tape to attach it. WarmlyYours recommends attaching the cable in a straight run and to use aluminum or fiberglass tape, pipe straps, or plastic zip ties to attach the cable. Then cover the assembly with fire-resistant insulation and assure it is waterproof. Place electrical heating cable WARNING labels every 10‘, and where the label will be clearly visible.

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How do I attach the PRO-Tect self regulating cable to the pipe?

Use plastic zip ties, aluminum or fiberglass tape, or pipe straps. Do NOT use vinyl electrical tape, masking tape or duct tape. Do NOT use metal wire or metal twist ties to attach the cable.

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How do you disable the low temp alarm?

Hold down the red TEST/RESET pushbutton for approximately ten seconds.

- After the first five seconds the unit will go into Manual Mode, energizing the heater cable if it is not all ready energized.

– After the second five seconds the unit will enter the LOW TEMP blue LED edit mode. This is indicated by the blue LED flashing rapidly. Release the button at this point. (The unit will exit Manual Mode.).

Note: The blue LED may flash for a couple of seconds after releasing the red TEST/RESET pushbutton.

The blue LED will indicate whether the LOW TEMP Alarm is currently disabled or not.

– If the blue LED remains on the LOW TEMP Alarm is currently enabled.

– If the blue LED goes off the LOW TEMP Alarm is currently disabled.

– To keep the setting as it is wait five seconds and the unit will resume normal operation.

– To change this setting press the red TEST/RESET pushbutton within five seconds. The new status of this setting will show for three seconds before the unit resumes normal operation.

Note: The blue LED will flash rapidly before exiting the LOW TEMP blue LED editing mode and resuming normal operation.

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How to disable the Low Current Alarm on the PT-ECONOMY when connecting a load through a relay panel?

The PT-ECONOMY controller (FTP 130) includes a Low Current Alarm feature. This alarm switches the system off if it detects a load current below 0.1 amps, unless Fire Protection Mode is enabled. The system checks the load current during each ground fault test and whenever the load is active. When connecting a load through a relay panel, Fire Protection Mode can be enabled to avoid the alarm.

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Once we installed the Self-Regulating cable and plugged it in, we noticed it was heating. Doesn't this self-regulate and not turn on until is is cold?

Self-regulating cable heats to the specified watts per linear foot when energized

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What do the blinking lights mean?

POWER indicator – This green LED lit solid indicates that the FPT 130 (PT Economy) is receiving power.

– Blinking indicates a calibration error.

HEAT indicator – This yellow LED lit solid indicates when the heater is energized.

– Blinking asymmetric (1/2 sec off × 1–1/2 sec on) : Low Current Alarm, heater relay closed.

– Blinking asymmetric (1/2 sec on × 1–1/2 sec off) : Low Current Alarm, heater relay open.

– Blinking fast : Stuck relay.

LOW TEMP indicator – This blue LED lit solid indicates when the temperature falls to 32 °F (0 °C) for all set-points except the 30 °F (-1.1 °C) set-point. For the 30 °F (-1.1 °C) set-point the LOW TEMP alarm will indicate when the temperature drops to 28 °F (-2.2 °C).

– Blinking indicates sensor fault.

– Blinking fast indicates High Temperature alarm.

ALARM indicator – This red LED lit solid indicates when there is a high ground fault current.

– Blinking indicates a GFEP circuit failure (this light will also blink while system is performing a self–test).

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What is the difference between WarmlyYours Ice Shield and WarmlyYours Pro-Tect self regulating cable?

Ice Shield is 120V or 240V and outputs 5W/ft, and is designed for roof and gutter deicing.
PRO-Tect is 120V or 240V and outputs 5W/ft, 8W/ft, or 10W/ft, and is designed for pipe freeze protection.

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Why is the blue low temp LED on?

The blue LED lit solid indicates when the temperature falls to 32 °F (0 °C) for all set-points except the 30 °F (-1.1 °C) set-point. For the 30 °F (-1.1 °C) set-point the LOW TEMP alarm will indicate when the temperature drops to 28 °F (-2.2 °C).

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Publications and Manuals

Self-Regulating Pipe Freeze Protection PT-ECONOMY Installation Sheet (English)

Self-Regulating Pipe Freeze Protection PT-ECONOMY Manual (English)

Self-Regulating Pipe Freeze Protection Controls Comparison Chart USA (English)

Self-Regulating Pipe Freeze Protection Economy Control PT-ECONOMY Sell Sheet (English)

Specifications

Electrical

Activation Temperature	30 °F, 38 °F, 45 °F, 50 °F
Connection Method	Hardwired
Ground Fault Equipment Protection (GFEP)	Self-test GFEP 30mA
Maximum Load (Resistive Only)	30 A
Voltage	100 - 277 VAC