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SECTION 5. Operation
Installation & Owner’s Guide 17
Operating the System
Operation of Radiant Heat for Floating Floors is the same as other heating systems. Just set the thermostat to the
desired temperature and the system warms your finished floors and the room.
Keep the following things in mind:
• Since each room has its own thermostat, you can individually tailor room temperatures based on activity or
occupancy. For instance, if a room is rarely used, you can set its thermostat lower to conserve electricity.
• Before you leave your home for an extended period of time, lower the temperature settings to reduce the power
consumption.
• Setting the thermostat to a very high temperature will not make a room warm up faster – it will merely result
in the occupants being too hot when the set temperature is ultimately reached.
• High airflow velocities (from open doors or windows or extreme drafts) may make occupants feel cold.
• Routinely test thermostats according to their manufacturer’s instructions.
Precautions
Although the Radiant Heat Film system requires no maintenance, there are some things that must be taken into
account to ensure that the systems are not damaged. Additional information for remodeling and repair techni-
cians is available by calling 1-888-WARM PAD.
Never pierce the floor
• Piercing the electrically conductive portions of a heating mat can result in a potentially
dangerous electric shock.
• Piercing the mats will damage them and may present fire hazard.
• If a portion of the floor surface must be replaced, inspect any exposed heating mats for damage that may have
occurred while moving the flooring. See “Step 1. Inspect and Test Mats” on page 8 for complete instructions
on inspecting the mats.
• Never cover any heated portion of a floor with walls or other permanent structures.
This may trap heat and create a potential for overheating.
• If new walls or partitions are added over heating portions of a new floor, the heating mats located under the
walls or partitions must be disconnected from power to avoid a potential for overheating.
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