Tracon Tracon FPT-130 User manual

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PACKING LIST
QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 25169 TRACON MODEL FPT 130 Single-Point Freeze Protection Heat–Trace Control
1 25076 Temperature Sensor
1 25298 FPT 130 Quick-Reference Installation Guide (this document)
- 25165 TRACON MODEL FPT-130 Installation & Operation Manual
Available online at: networketi.com/product-manuals
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
1. Read these installation instructions and manual prior
to beginning installation.
2. Install this device only if you are a qualied electrician
trained to perform such work.
3. Before beginning installation, lay out the system
components, the heat trace cable and the
temperature probe in their approximate locations to
visualize the system and evaluate exact component
and junction box placement, as well as required
cable and conduit lengths.
INSTALLATION
The FPT 130 Automatic Heat–Trace Control should be
installed by a qualied, licensed electrician. Installation
must conform to all applicable local and national electrical
codes and laws. The unit’s NEMA 4X IP66 enclosure allows
for indoor or outdoor applications.
The FPT 130 controller has an ambient operating
temperature range of −40 °F to 131 °F (−40 °C to 55 °C).
To avoid potential internal condensation mount the unit
out of direct sunlight.
Install the FPT on a xed, at, vertical surface using the unit’s
mounting anges. The mounting anges accommodate
1/4” or 6.3 mm fasteners.
The FPT 130’s nonmetallic enclosure has one 1.046” hole
for conduit entry; this can hold both power and load wiring.
Use only Listed Type 4X IP66 liquid–tight conduit hubs
or cable glands. Connect the hub to the conduit system
before connecting the hub to the enclosure.
The unit comes with two installed liquid–tight cable
glands. One of these ttings is for the temperature sensor
cable, and the other is for the alarm relay cable.
The cable glands can accommodate cable diameters
0.08” to 0.24” (2 mm to 6 mm). The temperature sensor
may be located up to 2,000’ (610m) from the FPT.
There is a removable electrical insulation divider that
must be in place when there is power applied to the unit.
All leads should be terminated; no unsecured leads
should be left inside the wiring compartment.
MODEL FPT-130TRACON
®
SINGLE–POINT FREEZE PROTECTION HEAT–TRACE CONTROL

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FIGURE 1. The FPT 130 wiring layout.
Perform the following steps with the circuit breaker to the unit OFF. The TRACON FPT 130 is permanently
connected equipment and does not have an internal disconnect device. When power is applied, the system
will start.
NOTE:
1. INSTALL THE CONTROL BOX
Use the box itself as a template to determine the mounting
hole footprint. Install the box to a solid, stable surface
capable of supporting four times the weight of the box, or
about 20 pounds. Use all four mounting holes. Install the
control box to the wall using heavy-duty 1/4” or 6.3 mm
fasteners long enough to fasten the box securely. Do not
fully tighten mounting hardware at this time. Leave the
mounting hardware loose enough to work the conduit
into place. Hardware will be fully tightened following
installation of the conduit.
2. CONNECT THE SUPPLY AND LOAD
Feed the Input Supply (Input Power) and the Load (Heater
Cable) through the Conduit Entry Hole in the enclosure as
shown, then connect the leads, as shown in the Figure 3.
Line is black; neutral is white; ground is green.
Note: Both the power and the load require a #10 AWG wire.
3. INSTALL THE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The FPT 130 comes with a thermistor temperature sensor
with a 20 ft. jacketed cable that has an operating range of
−40 °F to 230 °F (−40 ˚C to 110 ˚C). Refer to Figure 4.
FIGURE 3.
Contractor connections.
JP1
JP2
FPT130
Thermistor
Fault FPT130
Set
Point
GPT
Heat On
Fire Prot Lock
Heat Off
1
01
1
0
0
1
0
0
1
50F
45F
30F
38F
INPUT POWER HEATER CABLE
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
ALARM RELAY
Figure 1
Thermistor
The FPT 130 wiring layout
Line:
Neutral:
Ground:
BLACK / Line 1
WHITE / Line 2
GREEN
Line:
Neutral:
Ground:
BLACK / Line 1
WHITE / Line 2
GREEN

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4. INSTALL THE EXTERNAL ALARM
An alarm or power–off condition can be communicated
by either opening or closing a relay contact. It is important
to make the proper alarm relay connections to achieve
the desired result. The middle terminal labeled COM
(Common) is used in both wiring congurations. Connect
one alarm relay lead to the COM terminal. If the system
needs a contact to close to signal an alarm or power–off
condition, connect the other alarm relay lead to the NC
(Normally Closed) terminal.
If the system needs a contact to open to signal an alarm
or power–off condition, then connect the other alarm
relay lead to the NO (Normally Open) terminal.
If the unit has power, and there are no alarm conditions
then the NO and COM terminals will be connected. If
the unit loses power or an alarm condition occurs then
the NC and COM terminals will be connected. Refer to
Figure 5.
5. INSTALL THE CONDUIT AND FULLY
TIGHTEN HARDWARE
Install the conduit runs to the control box. Use only Listed
Type 4X IP66 liquid–tight conduit hubs. With cabling
routed through conduit and conduit is secure, fully tighten
the control box mounting hardware and re-assemble
control box panels and cover in their original location.
Note: At this point the circuit breaker to the unit can be
turned on providing power to the unit.
6. SETUP AND SETTINGS EDITING
Please refer to the FPT 130 Manual for comprehensive
instructions for Setup and Settings Editing.
FIGURE 4. Thermistor sensor connection FIGURE 5. External alarm connection
Wiring to
Normally Closed
alarm contact

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Pilot Duty
The FPT 130 Automatic Heat–Trace Control
with GFEP cannot be used for Pilot Duty
applications.
Resistive Load Usage Only
This product is not for use with Inductive loads.
Inductive loads may create nuisance tripping
of the Ground–Fault Equipment Protection
circuit.
Abnormal Odor or Smoke
In the event of smoke or a burning or abnormal
odor, immediately interrupt power to the unit
by turning off the circuit breaker protecting the
unit.
Electrical Shock / Fire Hazard
Any installation involving electric heater wiring
must be grounded to earth to protect against
shock and re hazard. Suitable ground fault
detection and interrupting systems must be in
use at all times to reduce shock and re hazard
and to protect equipment.
Electric wiring to heating elements must
be installed in accordance with National
Electrical Code (NEC)/Canadian Electrical
Code requirements, as well as all other local
and applicable electrical codes and any
thirdparty standards. This product is intended
for commercial and industrial applications.
Follow the installation instructions contained in
this manual and those provided by the heater
manufacturer.
Size the circuit breaker appropriately for
the expected load and inrush current. The
maximum rated current for the FPT 130 is 30
amps with resistive load.
Heater loads and their controls should not
share a circuit branch with other types of
equipment. A shared circuit may result in
electromagnetic interference that can affect
system operation.
Make certain that the heater shield is properly grounded.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the equipment
or re.
Following installation and prior to beginning system
operation, refer to and perform the Post-Installation Test
described in this manual.
CONTACTING CUSTOMER SERVICE
For assistance, contact Customer Service. Ofce hours are
from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM ET.
Email: [email protected]
Web: networketi.com
Mail: ETI
1850 North Sheridan Street
South Bend, IN 46628
LIMITED WARRANTY
ETI’s two year limited warranty covering defects in
workmanship and materials applies. Contact Customer
Service for complete warranty information.
DISCLAIMER
ETI makes no representations or warranties, either
expressed or implied, with respect to the contents
of this publication or the products that it describes,
and specically disclaims any implied warranties of
merchantability or tness for any particular purpose. ETI
reserves the right to revise this publication, and to make
changes and improvements to the products described
in this publication, without the obligation of ETI to notify
any person or organization of such revisions, changes or
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Note: The DIP switches are read
at power-up. If any DIP switch
is changed while the unit is
on, then the power needs to be
turned off and on again for the
new setting to take effect.
FPT130
Thermistor
Fault FPT130
Set
Point
GPT
Heat On
Fire Prot Lock
Heat Off
1
01
1
0
0
1
0
0
1
50F
45F
30F
38F