EasyHeat CH Series User manual

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CH Series - COMPRESSOR HEATER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS
CH501 – For use at 120 Vac
CH502 – For use at 208 Vac to 277 Vac
KIT CONTENTS
This product is designed for use as a heater on air conditioning and refrigeration metal compressors up to 107 cm (42 in) in
circumference in ordinary (non-hazardous) locations. The product is intended to warm the compressor casing to facilitate
“cold start-up” conditions.
The cable consists of a heating section and a non-heating cold lead for connection to power supply in a junction box.
Read the entire instruction sheet before starting the installation. The cable must be installed by a qualified HVAC/refrigeration technician
and/or an electrician.
WARNINGS!
aHeating cables must be installed in compliance with all national, state, provincial, and local electrical codes.
These instructions must be retained and made available to the user and transferred to future users.
It is recommended that the circuit supplying the heating cable have ground fault protection; this is mandatory by electrical code
for some applications in many regions. Consult an electrical inspector to determine the specific ground fault requirements for your
application prior to installation. If you are unsure that your circuit has ground fault protection, consult an electrician.
Do not alter the length of the heating cable – the cable is factory sealed and alteration will result in risk of fire or electrical shock.
Post warning labels supplied with the cable to the power supply disconnect switch and in the area of installation.
Due to the cable’s oval shape and flexibility, it is intended to be coiled only with the flat side of the cable against the compressor to
provide appropriate heat transfer. Do not bend tighter than a 8 cm (3 in) diameter as this will damage the heating cable and result in
reduced heat output.
Do not expose the cable to temperatures above 66°C (150°F): Degradation of the heating cable will result. Minimum installation
temperature for the heating cable set is 0°C (32°F) – installation at lower temperatures will damage the cable and result in fire or
shock hazard.
Do not use this cable for other applications, such as pipe freeze protection or roof de-icing; the cable is not designed for these
applications and fire, shock, injury or death may occur.
INSTALLATION
Before installing the heating cable, ensure the compressor surface is clean and free of any sharp edges that may damage the heating cable.
For best heating, the heating cable must be installed with the printing visible to the outside. Spiral the heating cable flat in good contact
against the compressor around the bottom-to-lower third of the compressor at a uniform spacing such that it does not overlap itself (to
facilitate optimum heat transfer). If necessary, however, the cable may touch or overlap itself without being damaged.
Insert the cable tie into its clip and in a secure and snug manner. Do not tighten more than 6.8 kilograms-force (15 pounds-force) or
else the cable tie will come away from cable and result in poor securement. (Once the cable tie engages the ribs, the tie will securely
hold the cable in place.) The cable tie may overlap the heating cable (see Figure 1 on page 2).

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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
Heating cable to
non-heating lead
wire splice
Compressor
Cable tie
Non-heating
lead wire
End seal
Heating cable
Cable tie
Figure 1
The excess cable tie may be trimmed off.
The non-heating lead is to be directly wired into an electrical junction box with the box and all appropriate fittings to be provided by the
installer. Connections must remain dry, made within an environment suitable for moist locations and be located a minimum of 10 cm
(4 in) off of the base pan.
Do not apply thermal insulation over the heating cable.
For the CH501 at 120 Vac , connect the black (live) and the white (neutral) wires to the supply voltage and the green wire to ground.
For the CH502 at 208 to 277 Vac , connect the black (live 1) and the red (live 2 [neutral for 277 Vac ]) to the supply voltage and the
green wire to ground. The supply voltage may be controlled by a thermostat or may be directly wired to line voltage. If directly wired,
ensure that cable does not operate in extremely hot conditions exceeding 66°C (150°F) – or else the cable will degrade and will not
dissipate adequate heat in cold conditions.
The heat output of the cable will be greater at lower temperatures and less at warmer temperatures. Although the output is reduced
as the temperature rises, the cable will not completely turn itself off. There is no in-line thermostat or control built into the assembly.
It is recommended that a thermostat be used to control the cable; this will prevent the cable from operating when the compressor or
ambient temperature is warm. This will save energy and extend the life of the cable.
OPERATION
Operate CH501 cable at 120 Vac only. Approximate output by temperature is listed below.
Temperature 120 Vac
10°C (50°F) 26 Watts/meter
(8 Watts/foot)
The CH502 cable may be operated at the following voltages with approximate power outputs as listed.
Temperature 208 Vac 220 Vac 240 Vac 277 Vac
10°C (50°F) 23 Watts/meter
(7 Watts/foot)
24 Watts/meter
(7.4 Watts/foot)
26 Watts/meter
(8 Watts/foot)
30 Watts/meter
(9 Watts/foot)

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
When servicing the cable or compressor, the heating cable must be disconnected from electrical power.
Replace any damaged cables as soon as the damage is discovered. Do not operate damaged cables.
Inspect cables annually for damage and proper operation. Check any ground fault protection for proper operation. Check controls to
ensure proper operation.
APPROVALS

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LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
EasyHeat warrants that if there are any defects in material or workmanship in any heating cable or accessory (“GOODS”) during the first
year after the date of purchase, unless otherwise specified by EasyHeat in writing, we will provide new products to replaceany defective
items, or we will refund the purchase price paid for the accessory or cable, not including any labor or other installation costs. As an
alternate, we may elect to repair the cable or accessory at our factory with all shipping and other removal costs borne by the purchaser.
Our obligation to provide new products, refund the purchase price, or perform the repair described above is conditioned upon (a) the
installation of the accessory or cable conforming to the directions set forth in our installation instructions and (b) the accessory or cable
not having been damaged by mechanical or electrical activities unrelated to the operation of the accessory or cable.
A refund of your purchase price, provision of replacement products or repair of the accessory or cable as described above, shall
be your sole and exclusive remedy for a breach of this warranty. THESE ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTIES GIVEN BY
EasyHeat WITH RESPECT TO THE GOODS AND ARE IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING
BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE WHETHER OR NOT THE PURPOSE OR USE HAS BEEN DISCLOSED TO EASYHEAT IN SPECIFICATIONS, DRAWINGS OR
OTHERWISE, AND WHETHER OR NOT EASYHEAT’S PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AND/OR MANUFACTURED BY EASYHEAT
FOR YOUR USE OR PURPOSE.
This warranty does not extend to any losses or damages due to misuse, accident, abuse, neglect, normal wear and tear, negligence,
unauthorized modification or alteration, use beyond rate capacity, or improper installation, maintenance or application. To the extent
that you or your agents have supplied specifications, information, representation of operating conditions or other data to EasyHeat in
the selection or design of the Goods and the preparation of EasyHeat’s quotation, and in the event that actual operating conditions or
other conditions differ from those represented by you, any warranties or other provisions contained herein which are affected by such
conditions shall be null and void. If within thirty (30) days after your discovery of any warranty defects within the warranty period, you
notify EasyHeat thereof in writing, EasyHeat shall, at its option, repair or replace F.O.B. point of manufacture, or refund the purchase price
for, that portion of the Goods found by EasyHeat to be defective. Failure by you to give such written notice within the applicable time period
shall be deemed an absolute and unconditional waiver of your claim for such defects. Goods repaired or replaced during the warranty
period shall be covered by the foregoing warranty for the remainder of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days from the date of
shipment of the repaired or replaced goods, whichever is longer.
This limited warranty does not cover any costs relating to the repair or replacement of any accessory or cable at the installation
site. Our accessories and cables are not easily accessible. A failed accessory or cable usually cannot be easily repaired. Replacement
of a failed accessory or cable will require that the materials under which it is installed be removed to permit replacement of the accessory
or cable. We will not reimburse any costs relating to the repair or replacement of any accessory or cable at the installation site.
IN NO EVENT, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION (WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, INFRINGEMENT,
NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OTHER TORT OR OTHERWISE), SHALL EasyHeat ’S LIABILITY TO YOU AND/OR YOUR CUSTOMERS
EXCEED THE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE SPECIFIC GOODS PROVIDED BY EasyHeat GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION.
YOU AGREE THAT WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU OR YOUR CUSTOMERS FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. No agent, employee or representative of ours has authority to bind us to any affirmation, representation
or warranty concerning the goods sold unless such affirmation, representation or warranty is specifically incorporated by written
agreement.
To obtain new products, arrange repair of existing product, or a refund under this warranty, please contact EasyHeat with a description
of the defect and proof of purchase at the address noted herein.
USA:
EasyHeat, INC.
c/o EGS Electrical Group LLC
2 Connecticut South Drive
East Granby, CT 06026
Canada:
EasyHeat, LTD.
99 Union Street
Elmira, ON N3B 3L7