Warmup NAMSRK-6FT User manual

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NAMSRK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PIPE FREEZE PROTECTION
DESCRIPTION
Warmup NAMSRK preassembled and pre-terminated cables
are intended for use on metal or plastic water pipes for freeze
protection of these pipes in residential, mobile home or other
ordinary area installation applications.
The cables are provided in 6, 12, 18, 24, 50, 75 and 100 foot
lengths which include a factory sealed power connection
with 30 inch power cord and plug, and a factory sealed end
termination.
PACKAGE CONTENT
1 NAMSRK preassembled electric heating cable
OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED FOR PROPER
INSTALLATION
• Thermal insulation (fiberglass or equivalent)
• GFI protected power receptacle
CONDITIONS OF USE
NAMSRK cables are designed for use in residential, mobile
home or other ordinary area installation applications on
the outside of metal or plastic piping only.
This electric heating cable is designed to be used in
conjunction with suitable thermal insulation and connected
to a an outlet with ground fault circuit interruption.
Please review the following cautions related to the use
of the NAMSRK preassembled cable.
CAUTION: ELECTRIC SHOCK AND/
OR FIRE HAZARD.
1. Do NOT use the NAMSRK cable in classified hazardous
areas. This product is approved for ordinary area use only.
2. Do NOT use the NAMSRK cable for underground or buried
pipe applications.
3. Do NOT use the NAMSRK cable for flexible hose or flexible
piping applications. This product is approved for used on
fixed metal and plastic piping only.
4. Do NOT install the NAMSRK cable without use of
proper thermal insulation and protective weather barrier.
5. Do NOT use the NAMSRK cable for piping installations
behind walls, in ceilings, through flooring or any other
inaccessible locations.
6. Do NOT use the NAMSRK cable directly INSIDE pipes.
This product is approved for use installed on the OUTSIDE
of metal and plastic pipes only.
7. Do NOT use the NAMSRK cables on piping that may
exceed 85 deg C.
8. Do NOT use the NAMSRK cables on piping that contains
fluids other than water. This product is approved for use
on pipes containing water only.
9. Do NOT use an extension cord with the NAMSRK cables.
These heating cables provide protection from damage due to
the freeze and thaw cycles on pipes, roofs and gutter systems.
For Roof & Gutter installation instructions, please refer to the
relevant document.
The cables automatically adjust heat output according to the
ambient temperature conditions. Under cooler conditions the
heat output increases, and as the temperature rises the output
decreases to save on energy. The cables are available in
various pre-assembled lengths.
GENERAL INFORMATION
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 2500 VDC megger - used to test electric heating
cable insulation resistance.
APPROVALS
NAMSRK preassembled heating cables are ETL approved
for use in residential and mobile home pipe freeze
protection applications.
VALVE
HEATING CABLE
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NAMSRK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PIPE FREEZE PROTECTION
GENERAL
GFI CIRCUIT PROTECTION - To minimize danger from possible sustained electrical arcing due to damaged or improperly
installed heating cable, and to comply with agency certifications and the National Electric Code (Article 427) - Ground Fault
Equipment Protection must be used on each heating cable branch circuit. Arcing may not be stopped by conventional circuit
protection. Contact a qualified electrician for installation if GFI is not available.
WARNING:
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND/OR FIRE HAZARD. If cable is damaged, remove from service. Do not attempt to repair. There are no user
serviceable parts. Replace damaged cable with new assembly.
KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
IMPORTANT NOTES ON CABLE SELECTION
• For any “non-Standard” installations please contact Warmup at [phone] (US) or [phone] (Canada).
• We assume a minimum ambient temperature of 0°F and a thermal insulation of thick fiberglass wrap or equivalent.
For protection to -20°F minimum ambient use 1” thick fiberglass wrap or equivalent.
• Add 1 foot of heating cable for every valve or spigot in the pipeline - make sure to apply this extra cable at each valve/
spigot when installing.
• If your selected cable length is longer than your pipe length, spiral the cable evenly along the length of pipe.
• NAMSRK has a 5W/lin ft output. Ensure all metal pipes get 5W/lin ft.
• For 2” pipes and each 2” in diameter, double the output.
• Por plastic pipes, consider 25% more heat required.
Code Length in ft Voltage Power output on pipe at 40°F
(5°C) in W
Power output on pipe at 50°F
(10°C) in W
Power output in ice & snow at 32°F
(0°C) in W
NAMSRK-6FT 6 110-120 36 30 60
NAMSRK-12FT 12 110-120 72 60 120
NAMSRK-18FT 18 110-120 108 90 180
NAMSRK-24FT 24 110-120 144 120 240
NAMSRK-50FT 50 110-120 300 250 500
NAMSRK-75FT 75 110-120 450 375 750
NAMSRK-100FT 100 110-120 600 500 1000
SPECIFICATIONS
Service voltage 110-120V
Normal cable width (in/mm) 0.42 (10.6)
Normal cable thickness (in/mm) 0.23 (5.8)
Cable bus wire gauge (AWG) 16
Cold lead length (in/mm) 30 (762)
Min. Circuit breaker size (Amps) 15
Max. Exposure Temperature 185°F (85°C)
Electrical classification Nonhazardous
Nominal Power Output Chart

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www.warmup.com
CANADA: [e-mail]
Tel.: [phone]
www.warmup.ca
NAMSRK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PIPE FREEZE PROTECTION
INSTALLATION
Note:
1. Before insulating, check to be sure heating cable is free from mechanical or thermal damage (cuts or nicks in cable
insulation from utility knife, use of metal clamps, solder or over-heating).
2. Use Megohmmeter to test each circuit prior to, and after installing thermal insulation. See Megohmmeter test procedure
below.
3. Ensure use of proper insulation thickness and type - fire resistant fiberglass or equivalent for protection to 0 deg F, 1”
fire resistant fiberglass or equivalent for protection to -20 deg F.
4. Ensure insulation is dry. Wet insulation will not protect pipe from freeze-up.
5. Ensure all valves, spigots and piping are fully insulated up to and including joints and wall penetrations.
6. Secure heating cable cord as shown above to provide proper strain relief.
7. Plug cable into 120 Vac ground fault circuit protected outlet.
8. Check circuit breaker to verify power to the cable.
9. Proper heat output of cable may be verified by observing warm standing water in pipe within one hour of energizing the
cable.
MEGOHMMETER TESTING PROCEDURE
Use only 2500VDC megohmmeter for this test.
• Check insulation resistance between each lead of the heating cable and the round ground lug on the power cord plug.
Perform the test by placing one lead of the megohmmeter on the round ground lug and the other on one of the rectangular
power lugs. You should read 1000 megohms minimum.
• Perform the test again by checking the opposite rectangular power lug. Again the reading should be 1000 meohms
minimum. If you read less than 1000 megohms on either lead the cable needs to be replaced. Do not attempt to repair
the unit. Replace with new product.
• The installer should record these megohm readings on these installation instructions and record the date of the test.
• End user of the system must keep instructions.
• This Megohm test should be performed at least once per season, preferably before energizing the system each fall or
winter, or immediately after any work has taken place on the piping system.
Cable at 5 and 7 o’clock positions
if straight run.