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.
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.
Did you find this helpful? Yes NoWarmlyYours 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.
Did you find this helpful? Yes NoNo. 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.
Did you find this helpful? Yes NoDo 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.
Did you find this helpful? Yes No- 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.
– 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.
Did you find this helpful? Yes NoThe 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.
Did you find this helpful? Yes No– Blinking indicates a calibration error.
– 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.
– Blinking indicates sensor fault.
– Blinking fast indicates High Temperature alarm.
– Blinking indicates a GFEP circuit failure (this light will also blink while system is performing a self–test).
Did you find this helpful? Yes NoActivation 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 |
Approvals | UL and CSA listed |
Area of Use | Non-hazardous locations |
Ingress Protection (IPxx) Rating | IP66 |
Warranty | 2 years |
Waterproofing | NEMA 4X |
Depth | 4.375″ |
Height | 5.5″ |
Installed Depth | 0.75″ |
Weight | 3 lbs |
Width | 8.125″ |
SKU | PT-ECONOMY |
UPC (GTIN-12) | 881308057169 |