nVent RAYCHEM FTC-XC FTC Heat Shrinkable Connection Kit Instruction Manual
- June 10, 2024
- nVent RAYCHEM
Table of Contents
FTC-XC
Power Connection and End Seal Kit Installation Instructions
APPROVALS
| 718K Pipe Heating Cable, 9J8 6
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| Radiant Heating Cable
| Certified with RaySol heating cable
DESCRIPTION
The nVent RAYCHEM FTC-XC Power Connection and End Seal Kit is for use with
nVent RAYCHEM XL-Trace Edge -CR and -CT heating cables installed in conduit or
in direct buried pipe applications, and for nVent RAYCHEM RaySol floor warming
applications. Materials for one power connection and one end seal are included
in this kit. These installation instructions must be used in conjunction with
the XL-Trace Edge and RaySol System Installation and Operation Manuals.
For technical support contact your nVent representative or call nVent at
800-545-6258.
TOOLS REQUIRED
| • Utility knife | • Needle nose pliers |
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| • Diagonal cutters | • Heat gun or propane torch |
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS REQUIRED (not provided in this kit)
- Two UL Listed or CSA Certified junction boxes suitable for the location, with a clearance hole for 1⁄2 inch conduit or 1⁄2 inch NPT threaded hub. (For RaySol applications, the power connection end seal may be terminated in a single box, if desired.)
WARNING:
This component is an electrical device that must be installed correctly to ensure proper operation and to prevent shock or fire. Read these important warnings and carefully follow all the installation instructions.
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To minimize the danger of fire from sustained electrical arcing if the heating cable is damaged or improperly installed, and to comply with the requirements of nVent agency certifications, and national electrical codes, ground fault equipment protection must be used. Arcing may not be stopped by conventional circuit breakers.
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Bus wires will short if they contact each other.
Keep bus wires separated. -
Keep components and heating cable ends dry before and during installation.
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The black heating cable core is conductive and can short. It must be properly insulated and kept dry.
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Component approvals and performance are based on the use of nVent–specified parts only. Do not use substitute parts or vinyl electrical tape.
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Leave these instructions with end user for reference and future use.
CAUTION:
Health Hazard: Overheating heat-shrinkable tubes will produce fumes that may
cause irritation.
Use adequate ventilation and avoid charring or burning. Consult MSDS RAY3122
for further information.
CHEMTREC 24-hour emergency telephone:
800-424-9300
Non-emergency health and safety information:
800-545-6258.
Heating Cable Construction
Power Connection Installation for XL-Trace Edge -CR and -CT, and RaySol
Heating Cables
Typical XL-Trace Edge Direct Buried Pipe Application
Typical RaySol Floor Warming Application
North America
Tel +1.800.545.6258
Fax +1.800.527.5703
thermal.info@nVent.com| Europe, Middle
East, Africa
Tel +32.16.213.511
Fax +32.16.213.604
thermal.info@nVent.com
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Asia Pacific
Tel +86.21.2412.1688
Fax +86.21.5426.3167
cn.thermal.info@nVent.com| Latin
America
Tel +1.713.868.4800
Fax +1.713.868.2333
thermal.info@nVent.com
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respective owners.
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References
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