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DFT Installation Instructions
11� When installing cable in floors that are routinely expected to be wet, such as tile showers, a
waterproofing membrane must be installed ABOVE the cables to keep them dry�
12� It is required that the circuit supplying the heating cable have ground fault protection; this is
mandatory by electrical code for some applications in many regions� In cases where the floor is
routinely expected to be wet, such as tiled showers, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI), or
equivalent, must be installed� Additionally, per US National Electrical Code, installation in some
rooms, such as bathrooms and kitchens, may require that this product be installed on a circuit
protected by a separate Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)� Consult your local electrical
and/or building authorities to determine the specific ground fault requirements for your
application prior to installation� If you are unsure that your circuit has ground fault protection,
consult an electrician�
13� If the system is connected to a ground fault protection circuit that trips during normal operation,
and cannot be reset, there is likely a fault in the heating cable� No attempt should be made to
re-energize the system� Under no circumstances should the ground fault protection be bypassed –
contact EasyHeat for advice�
14� Heating cable has a minimum bending radius of 3/4" (19mm)- sharp bends could cause damage to
the electrical insulation�
15� Do not use staples to ax cold lead, heating cables, strapping or thermostat sensor wire, as this
could puncture the heating cable resulting in short circuit or exposed live electrical parts� Use only
the cable strapping provided with the system�
16� Do not place more than six consecutive/adjacent runs of heating cable at 2" (50mm) spacing;
doing so will cause the floor area to overheat�
17� Only connect cables to the rated voltage – do not use higher voltages as the increased current will
cause cable to overheat�
18� Ensure that all electrical control devices, such as thermostats, are properly rated for the heating
cable load� Do not overload these devices as they will overheat or otherwise fail�
19� When stripping the Cold Lead do not cut the ground braid� Ensure that copper grounding braid
material is directly connected to electrical ground� If the ground braid is not connected to ground,
the heating cable will not be grounded and may not provide the required protection against short
circuits or electrical shocks�
20� These instructions have been prepared for use with standard North American building
construction practices� If your building construction diers, consult an appropriate
electrical professional�
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