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LATICRETE STRATA_HEAT 0802-0017-2 Installation Manual

Manual is about: STRATA_HEAT Wire installation using STRATA_HEAT Spacing Strips

Summary of STRATA_HEAT 0802-0017-2

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    Strata_heat ™ wire installation using strata_heat spacing strips. Important read this manual before attempting to install your strata_heat™ wire. Incorrect installation could damage the strata_heat™ wire and will invalidate the warranty. Globally proven construction solutions globally proven constru...

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    2 n strata_heat ™ wire n installation manual n strata_heat spacing strips not included in package (sold separately) items required for system installation: n a strata_heat thermostat with an integrated ground fault circuit interrupter or separate gfci breaker installed in the household panel n digit...

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    3 thank you for purchasing the strata_heat ™ wire. This manual contains important information regarding the safe use and installation of your heating cable. Please read through the entire manual carefully before you install or use the product. Double check your measurements and ensure that you have ...

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    4 product code cable length ft (m) uncoupling systems loose laid cable w/spacers 2 pegs 3 pegs 4 pegs 2" (51 mm) 3" (76 mm) 4" (102 mm) 0802-0017-2 17 (5.2) 3 5 7 3 4 6 0802-0034-2 34 (10.4) 7 10 13 6 8 11 0802-0050-2 50 (15.2) 10 15 20 8 12 17 0802-0067-2 67 (20.4) 13 20 27 11 17 22 0802-0084-2 84 ...

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    5 do’s and… do carefully read this installation manual before commencing installation. Do when loose laying the strata_heat ™ wire on the floor, maintain a consistent cable spacing of no less than 2” (51 mm) and no more than 4" (102 mm). Do make sure all electrical work is done by qualified persons ...

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    6 …dont’s don’t allow the strata_heat ™ wire on the mat to cross over or touch each other at any point as this can cause the cable to overheat. Always use the strata_heat spacing strips to avoid this. Don’t cut or shorten the strata_heat wire at any time. Don’t install the strata_heat wire with any ...

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    7 3.5" (89 mm) spacing 120 volt area ft² (m²) model length ft (m) wattage (w) amps (a) resistance (Ω) 5 (0.46) 0802-0017-2 17 (5.2) 65 0.5 221.5 10 (0.93) 0802-0034-2 34 (10.4) 130 1.1 110.8 15 (1.39) 0802-0050-2 50 (15.2) 195 1.6 73.8 20 (1.86) 0802-0067-2 67 (20.4) 260 2.2 55.4 25 (2.32) 0802-0084...

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    8 the table below can be taken as a general guide. Actual requirements will depend on the floor construction, type of floor coverings, insulation levels etc. The strata_heat™ wire selection will depend on the application. Application w/sq ft new floors in builds with high levels of insulation 13w/sq...

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    9 ensure that the subfloor is smooth, dry and free from dust. Visually check that there are no objects on the floor that might damage the heater. Where necessary an appropriate smoothing compound should be applied and allowed to cure. If the cable is being fitted to a solid floor it is essential tha...

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    10 laticrete only recommends strata_heat™ thermostats designed for use with underfloor heating to control the strata_heat wire loose heating cables. When using multiple loose heating cables you can connect them in parallel to the same thermostat. Check with your installer or call laticrete for circu...

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    11 wiring diagram 120v.

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    12 wiring diagram 240v.

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    13 for each strata_heat™ wire loose heating cable you install, you will have 1 unheated lead running from the floor to the thermostat’s electric connection. The joint connecting the unheated lead to the heating cable must be at least 2 inches (51 mm) from the wall and placed in a position to be cove...

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    14 each and every strata_heat™ wire loose heating cable is subjected to careful testing before it is shipped from the factory. However, damage does sometimes occur in storage or transit, and sometimes during installation. We strongly recommend you test your heaters: after unpacking them but before y...

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    15 before installing, draw an installation plan showing the placement of the fixings guides, heating cables, floor sensor, and junction box or boxes. It is important to mark the location of the cold lead joint on the plans. The cold lead is the non-heating portion of the cable that will run in the w...

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    16 before you start laying the strata_heat™ wire ensure that the heating cable(s) are tested. Gently pull the unheated lead from the box. Do not remove the spool from the box as this will cause the strata_heat wire to twist. After 10 feet (3 m) of cable has been removed, you will reach the point at ...

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    17 installing the floor sensor the floor sensor is used for temperature regulation of the floor surface. The end of the probe wire contains a capped sensor that should be centered between two heating cables at least 12" (305 mm) into the heated area. The sensor wire must not touch or cross over the ...

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    18 when installing the heating cable under tile or stone flooring choose one of the following methods: 1. Single layer method: laticrete does not recommend this method as it is impractical to lay tiles and can cause damage to the strata_heat™ wire. However, when laying the tiles under the one-step m...

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    19 step 1: wooden sleepers / strips installation: fix the wood sleepers (recommended 1" / 25 mm wide x 3/8" / 9.5 mm thick or similar) perpendicular to the planned direction of hardwood board. On the plywood subfloor leave a sufficient space at the end of each wooden sleeper to allow the cable to go...

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    20 ensure that there are no air gaps during application of the cement/mortar cement based adhesive/tile adhesive/thinset or self-leveling compound. Ensure the entire strata_heat™ wire, factory splices and strata_heat thermostat floor sensor are embedded in the cement mortar. The choice and applicati...

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    21 caution: turn off the power supply before troubleshooting if the system fails to heat, check that the gfci (ground fault circuit interrupter) has not been tripped. If the gfci has tripped on the thermostat, this will be indicated with red “test” light on the thermostat. If the thermostat does not...

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    22 notes.

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    23 control card record the resistance readings in the table below. For warranty purposes, the resistance table must remain with the end user. Strata_heat™ wire model number resistance (ohms) insulation resistance (m ohms) before during after before during after installation address: date of installa...

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    24 floor plan.

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    25 warranty n the most comprehensive assortment of tile and stone installation materials available for virtually any tile or stone application around the world n laticrete ® warranties cover any suitable tile or stone manufacturer’s product, allowing you to select the appropriate product and finish ...

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    26 notes.

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