Klima 0.5x2m Electric Underfloor Heating Mat Instruction Manual

Klima 0.5x2m Electric Underfloor Heating Mat

Product Information

The KLIMA Mat is a floor heating system that provides warmth to the room. It is available in different wattage sizes ranging from 150 W to 1500 W.
The mat is 3 to 4 mm thick and has a connecting cable of 3.5 meters in length (Twin Conductor). It comes with a 10-year 4mm warranty and has a REG.-Nr. 40042694.

Technical Details

Points of Attention

• The resistance reading should be taken and noted down on page 6 of the instruction manual and also on the control check card that was supplied within the mat before installing the mat. The mat is tested at 4000V.
• A distance from the wall of 5 to 10 cm should generally be adhered to. The KLIMA Mat may never be installed under fixed objects like wall units, kitchen units, baths, or showers and must be able to give off its warmth unimpeded. The KLIMA Mat may only be incorporated into the free floor areas.
• All installations must be wired through a suitably rated MCB or RCCD when applicable. All installations in wet areas must be wired through a dedicated RCCD in line with the thermostat. All connections must be made by an approved electrician in accordance with current local regulations.
• The sensor cable can be extended or shortened. The sensor must be installed in the middle of a cable loop for optimal temperature registration. Ensure that the sensor is installed well clear (min. 50 cm) of (hidden) radiator and water pipes, drains and electrical wiring. The sensor must always remain IN the sensor tube. Fit cap to end of the sensor tube.
• The KLIMA Mat is primarily designed for installation on concrete floors. If laying on a wooden floor, all floors must be sheeted with a cement faced board which is compatible with heated floor systems. Or sheet the floor with 15 mm WBP or Marine plywood, fix with screws at 200mm centres and then skim with 2-3 mm of flexible tile adhesive and allow to dry, then proceed as installation for concrete base.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Check the technical details of the KLIMA Mat to ensure it meets your requirements.
2. Before installing the mat, take the resistance reading and note it down on page 6 of the instruction manual and also on the control check card that was supplied within the mat.
3. Ensure that the KLIMA Mat is installed in a free floor area that is not obstructed by fixed objects like wall units, kitchen units, baths, or showers. Keep a distance of 5 to 10 cm from the wall.
4. All installations must be done by an approved electrician in accordance with current local regulations. The mat must be wired through a suitably rated MCB or RCCD when applicable. All installations in wet areas must be wired through a dedicated RCCD in line with the thermostat.
5. The sensor cable can be extended or shortened. Install the sensor in the middle of a cable loop for optimal temperature registration. Ensure that the sensor is installed well clear (min. 50 cm) of (hidden) radiator and water pipes, drains and electrical wiring. The sensor must always remain IN the sensor tube. Fit cap to end of the sensor tube.
6. If laying on a wooden floor, all floors must be sheeted with a cement faced board which is compatible with heated floor systems. Or sheet the floor with 15 mm WBP or Marine plywood, fix with screws at 200mm centres and then skim with 2-3 mm of flexible tile adhesive and allow to dry, then proceed as installation for concrete base.
7. Do not break or shorten the end seal (loop) at the end of the mat. The connector cable can be shortened, there must always be at least 0.5 meter of connecting wire left.
8. Never connect the power supply during installation.
9. Contact your local supplier for information about use as main heating.
10. Refer to page 10 for compatible floor coverings.

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of this KLIMA product. The KLIMA Mat is manufactured from high quality, durable materials. To guarantee that your product functions optimally there are a few points of attention which are described in the Installation Instructions. We can only offer you the full guarantee if the KLIMA Mat is correctly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions. Carefully read the instructions prior to installation, do not forget the red centre page when doing so, and ensure that you have the correct tools and materials. The control check card that is supplied within the sealed packaging of the Klima Underfloor Heating Mat must be fully filled out at the time of installation and kept in a safe place in conjunction with your proof of purchase to validate any warranty claims. This control check card contains the unique individual serial number of the Mat. The electrical installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with IEE Regulations.
If you have any questions or require more information then you can contact the Support Line Monday to Friday from 0830hrs to 1630hrs: 01887 822 020
or visit our website for more information and other products at: www.klima.co.uk
© Klima Underfloor Heating
Karelia House, Keltneyburn, By Aberfeldy, PH15 2LS

Check

A complete set consists of:

• Heating mat with adhesive backing
• Control check card (must be filled out and retained)
• Flexible sensor pipe
• Installation Manual

Order as a separate item:

• Digital or Manual thermostat including floor sensor
• Thermal Insulation Boards (recommended)

Technical details

Points of attention

• The KLIMA Mat electrical floor heater consists of a heating cable that is equally distributed and connected to a glass fibre net with an inter-loop distance of approximately 7cm. The KLIMA Mat is fully earthed. Check before hand if the heating mat is the right size for the floor area to be heated and that there is sufficient electrical capacity (Amps.) available. The mat may not be positioned over expansion joints. Each mat is tested at the factory and has it’s own unique serial number which is printed on the control check card. The control check card should be filled out and signed by the installer. Every mat is tested at 4000V

• Before installing the mat, the resistance reading should be taken and noted down on page 6 of this instruction manual and also on the control check card that was supplied within the mat – (See point 7).

• The connector cable can be extended or shortened, there must always be at least 0.5 meter of connecting wire left. The heating cable, attached to the Red glass fibre net, cannot be cut. The mats cannot be laid over each other and the heating cables may never cross each other! The cable SPLICE is the transition of the resistance cable (heating section of the mat) to the power cable (cold connection) is just within the heating mat and is marked by cable ties. This must be encapsulated in the floor adhesive or levelling compound.

• A distance from the wall of 5 to 10 cm should generally be adhered to. The KLIMA Mat may never be installed under fixed objects like wall units, kitchen units, baths, or showers and must be able to give off its warmth unimpeded. The KLIMA Mat may only be incorporated into the free floor areas. As bathrooms consist mostly of a small free floor area the mat can only be installed as supplementary heating. Please contact your local supplier for information about use as main heating.

• All installations must be wired through
  a suitably rated MCB or RCCD when applicable. All installations in wet areas must be wired through a dedicated

• RCCD in line with the thermostat. All connections must be made by an approved electrician in accordance with current local regulations.

• The KLIMA Mat is 3 to 4 mm thick and must be incorporated in a flexible adhesive or casting mortar suitable for floor heating. Check the manufacturers data.

• The KLIMA Mat has 1 connecting cable 3.5 meters in length (Twin Conductor) and has an end seal (loop) at the end of the mat. The end seal CANNOT be broken or shortened. The connector cable can be shortened, there must always be at least 0.5 meter of connecting wire left. The power supply must never be connected during installation.

• If multiple mats are installed in a space, they must be wired in parallel and a suitably rated junction box may be incorporated

• so that only one power cable runs to the thermostat. Maximum capacity of the thermostat is 16 Amperes. If combined area exceeds 23m², a Contactor will have to be fitted. The thermostat may only be installed by a qualified electrician. We recommend if

• wiring 3 or more mats in parallel via a contactor that at least 1 of the mats is wired directly into the thermostat.

• The sensor cable can be extended or shortened. The sensor must be installed in the middle of a cable loop for optimal temperature registration. Ensure that the sensor is installed well clear (min. 50 cm) of (hidden) radiator and water pipes, drains and electrical wiring. The sensor must always remain IN the sensor tube. Fit cap to end of the sensor tube. If the sensor ever needs to be replaced it can then easily be removed.

• The KLIMA Mat is primarily designed for installation on concrete floors. If laying
  on a wooden floor, all floors must be sheeted with a cement faced board which is compatible with heated floor systems. Or sheet the floor with 15 mm WBP or Marine plywood, fix with screws at 200mm centres and then skim with 2-3 mm of flexible tile adhesive and allow to dry, then proceed as installation for concrete base. Please see page 10 for compatible floor coverings

Guarantee

• The electro technical part of the floor heating is guaranteed for 10 years. The thermostat is guaranteed for 2 years.
• This does not apply to damage caused  by external factors and/or incorrect installation.

Necessary materials

• A KLIMA Mat System and Thermostat with Floor Sensor
• Flexible tile adhesive or Self levelling compound and flexible grout suitable for floor heating.
• Flexible cement and cement gun for expansion joints along the walls.
• 2m flexible electrical conduit (16mm).
• Plastic adhesive comb with 6mm teeth.
• Electrical back box (min. 35mm deep, preferably 50mm).
• Earthed power connection.
• A multimeter to test the mat after each installation activity.

Preparations

Determine where the thermostat must be placed, place a standard electrical back box with a minimum depth of 48mm, preferably at a height of 1.40 m for ease of operation. Grind/cut the necessary grooves and mount the junction box and electrical conduit.
2 conduits have to be installed; One for the sensor and the other for the power cable from mat. Do not run the power cable and sensor cable through the same conduit. Cut a groove in the floor for the floor sensor pipe (2 cm deep).
TAKE CARE: Never place the sensor in the vicinity of a (hidden) radiator pipe! Never install it passing under a heating cable!
Ensure that the surface where the mat is worked on is flat, clean, and free of dust and grease. In larger spaces, expansion joints along the wall may have to be used.

Resistance readings

Before installing the KLIMA Mat, the resistance reading should be taken and noted down on page 6 in the centre of this manual and also on the control check card provided with the mat. The reading should be taken during the installation and on final completion. These readings should be as per the technical information (Point 2). Take measurements both between the resistance wires and between the resistance wire and the earth cladding.
Keep this inspection card in the meter cupboard in a visible place! This forms part of your guarantee.

Installation Instructions

• For Self levelling compound: (Point 10): Unroll the KLIMA Mat with the heating cable facing upwards using double sided adhesive tape. Determine how the matting must be laid. The glass fibre netting can be cut between the cable loops and folded over. Avoid damaging the cable!
• When installing in tile cement: (Point 11) Unroll the KLIMA Mat with the heating cable down so that only the glass fibre netting is visible.
• There are many possible variations when installing.

$Measuring out the mat

• Allow for a distance from the wall of 5 to 10 cm when rolling out the matting in larger areas. This does not apply to glazed walls where extra heating is required.
• If the KLIMA Mat is to long, the mat can be cut into a long length and laid round the periphery of the mat. The loose cables must be looped at least 5 cm from each other. They may not touch or cross each other. Retest the mat when it has been laid

ATTENTION!

• A 230-VOLT HEATING IS SYSTEM INSTALLED UNDERNEATH THE FLOORING! NEVER DRILL OR SCREW INTO THE FLOOR! SEE LAYOUT DIAGRAM ON NEXT PAGE FOR THE POSITION OF THE UNDERFLOOR HEATING SYSTEM
• Floor Heating mat installed in: ………………………………………………………………….

Resistance readings:

• A : Between center core wires (within 10% margin!)
• B: Between center core wire #1 and the earth (This should read “indefinite/overload”) C: Between centre core wire #2 and the earth (This should read “indefinite/overload”)

Initial Reading:

• A: ………………….Ohm
• B :………………….Ohm
• C :………………….Ohm

Mat/Cable Laid:

• A :………………….Ohm
• B :………………….Ohm
• C:………………….Ohm

After completion:

• A :………………….Ohm
• B :………………….Ohm
• C :………………….Ohm
• Installer ……………………………………..
• Date ………./………./20………
• Signature ………………………………………
• KEEP THIS COMPLETED MANUAL AND YOUR COMPLETED CONTROL CHECK IN THE METER CUPBOARD AS WE WILL NEED THESE FOR ANY WARRANTY CLAIMS

Self-Levelling method

• Psition the mat as described in Point 9.
• Attach the mat to the floor with adhesive or double sided adhesive tape.
• Test the KLIMA Mat again with amultimeter and write down the readings on the inspection card. Take measurements both between the resistance wires and between the resistance wire and the earth cladding.
• First read the instructions of the selflevelling mortar, check that the product is suitable for floor heating and follow the instructions of the manufacturer to the letter.
• The self-levelling effect must usually be assisted somewhat using a squeegee. Observe the drying time before applying the floor covering.
• Take the resistance readings of the mat again.
• Then apply a solid layer of flexible tile adhesive taking care to avoid air bubbles and use a plastic tile cement comb to avoid damaging the KLIMA Mat. (DO NOT SPOT TILE!). Press down the tile with a light sliding motion.
• TAKE CARE: Do not apply more than 1 self levelling layer. Please follow manufacturers instructions.

Tile cement method

• Pull the end of the connecting cable through the electrical piping to the thermostat.
• Apply a first layer of Flexible tile adhesive 0,4 cm to 0,6 cm thick and approx. 55 cm wide.
• Roll the mat out over the tile cement with the cable facing downwards.
• Softly push the mat down with a wooden spatula or gloves and spread the tile cement that oozes through the mat.
• Smooth it over and allow it to dry.
• Take the resistance readings of the mat again.
• Then apply a second solid layer of flexible tile adhesive taking care to avoid air bubbles and use a plastic tile cement comb to avoid damaging the mat. (DO NOT SPOT TILE!).
• Press down tile with a light sliding motion.

Using a Vinyl type of floor covering

• If using a Vinyl type of floor covering over the top please check the compatibility with the flooring manufacturer and follow their guidelines for installation. We would recommend a minimum of a 10mm self levelling covering over the heating cables and limiting the temperature to 27 degrees.

Connecting the thermostat:

• During installation/de-installation of the thermostat, the electricity should always be turned off at the mains. Installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the IEE Regulations. Carefully read the manual and keep it with your other guarantees. For installation, wiring, and programming the thermostat, please refer to the instructions included with the thermostat.

Using the system for the first time

• Depending on the drying time specified for the Flexible adhesive or self-levelling compound, however we do not recommend any earlier than 21 days after installation due to the natural expulsion of moisture from the floor. Turning on the system sooner can damage the floor.

POINTS TO NOTE

• NEVER CUT OR SHORTEN THE HEATING CABLE
• ALWAYS USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH A THERMOSTAT CONTROLLED BY A FLOOR SENSOR
• ALWAYS ENSURE THAT YOUR SUBFLOOR IS INSULATED TO MINIMISE HEAT LOSS AND IMPROVE EFFICIENCY
• THE HEATING CABLE MUST ALWAYS BE ENCAPSULATED IN A TILE ADHESIVE OR SELF-LEVELLING COMPOUND INCLUDING THE SPLICES. THE SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE TURNED ON UNLESS THE HEATING CABLES ARE COMPLETLY ENCAPSULATED AND YOU HAVE ALLOWED A MINIMUM OF 14 DAYS DRYING OUT PERIOD. PLEASE INCREASE THE TEMPERATURE GRADUALLY WHEN SWITCHING ON FOR THE FIRST TIME.
• THIS SYSTEM IS PRIMARILY DESIGNED FOR TILES, STONE, CERAMIC, OR SIMILAR FLOOR FINISHES, ALWAYS CHECK WITH THE FLOORING MANUFACTURER ABOUT THE COMPATABILITY OF THEIR PRODUCTS WITH OUR SYSTEMS – PLEASE FOLLOW THEIR RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES. THIS SYSTEM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR UNDER A CARPET OR WOODEN FLOOR FINISH.
• IF LAYING THE MAT WITH A VINYL-TYPE FLOOR COVERING THEN PLEASE CONTACT THE VINYL MANUFACTURER TO CHECK COMPATIBILITY AND FOLLOW THEIR RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION GUIDELINES WHEN INSTALLING WITH ELECTRIC UNDERFLOOR HEATING.
• DO NOT INSTALL THE HEATING MAT UNDER ANY FIXED FURNITURE OR APPLIANCES
• WE RECOMMEND THE SYSTEM IS CONNECTED AND SIGNED OFF BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
• KEEP A COPY OF THIS COMPLETED MANUAL AND YOUR COMPLETED CONTROL CHECK CARD THAT W HAS SUPPLIED WITH THE HEATING MAT AS THIS FORMS PART OF YOUR WARRANTY

Klima Underfloor Heating

• Karelia House, Keltneyburn
• By Aberfeldy, PH15 2LS
• T 01887 822020
• E[email protected]
• www.klima.co.uk

EU Manufacturer

• MAGNUM Heating Group
• Stevinweg 8
• 4691 SM Tholen
• THE NETHERLANDS

UK Importer

• MAGNUM Heating Ltd.
• Karelia House – Comrie Bridge
• Keltneyburn – By Aberfeldy
• PH15 2LS

UNITED KINGDOM

• VAT / EORI Number: GB693986263

References

• Klima

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