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How to install "HotLine"
“HOTLINE Heating Element
Installation Instructions For Water Lines
General
The HotLine heating element tube consists of a insulated modern alloy resistance wire encased in a copper or plastic tube for protection(for water and sewer line). The excellent heat conductivity of the tube delivers the most heat directly into the water or sewer line where it is needed.
The following instructions will enable you to select the length and install the HotLine heating element which will be dependable, trouble free, and while electrically energized, will give freeze protection for many years.
Installation Criteria
To install the HotLine heating element successfully in the incoming water or outgoing sewer line, these lines should be at least a 3/4 inch minimum diameter pipe with long sweeping bends. The water pipe must be clear and open from the water main, water meter or shut off valve box, into the warmth of the home. The HotLine heating element cannot be installed through valves or sharp bends. Minimum radius of any bends shall be 6” inches. “For iron pipe the HotLine heating element can only be used in cases of straight runs, as the HotLine heating element tube will not make the sharp bends of iron elbows”.
HotLine heating element” can not be retrofitted to fit into existing outside wall distribution piping, unless the original installation was designed to accept the HotLine heating element. Such as: adequate pipe size (3/4 inches), access to the end of the pipe, straight runs without elbow and shut off valves”.
Requirements to determine length of “HotLine” heating element
To measure for the required length of “HotLine “ heating element, it will be necessary that the proper tools be use to determined the clear inside length of the pipe to be protected. “HotLine“ heating elements are engineered for the specific length ordered and can not be modified or cut after manufacturing.
The most accurate way is to use an electrician’s fish tape, (this item can be purchased at a hardware store, or a home construction supply store). If Item # (C) and Item # (D) as noted below and on the enclosed drawing are not installed, they shall be installed by the owner/plumber to help determine the correct length required.
The electrician’s fish tape shall be inserted thru the fitting adapter and tee until it hits an obstruction. The electrician’s fish tape shall be marked at the face edge of the fitting adapter. The electrician’s fish tape should be removed and reinserted to verify that the first measurement was correct. The fish tape shall be measured with a continuos tape to determine the correct length required.
Tools required:
00’ - 0” (plus) electrician’s fish tape
00’ - 0” tape measure
Installation Items: (See enclosed drawing. Click image for larger view)
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Component Diagram
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(A) WATER SERVICE LINE FROM METER (existing)
(B) WATER SERVICE LINE TO HOUSE (existing)
(C) 3/4“ x 3/4“ x 3/4“ TEE (if not existing, one needs to be installed)
(D) FITTING ADAPTER (1/2 plug to be installed after measurements are taken). (Items A and B are assumed to be existing). (If Items C and D are not existing, these fittings shall be installed by the owner/plumber to facilitate access for measuring length required and insertion of “HotLine “ heating element)
The following items will be furnished with the “HotLine“ heating element;
(1) 1/2 Inside Dimension X 2” NIPPLE — MODIFIED
(2) CONE WASHER
(3) FAUCET WASHER — MODIFIED
(4) FLARED FITTING REDUCER — MODIFIED
(5) O– RING
(6) FLARED TUBE NUT
(7) GROUND WIRE CLAMP
(8) GROUND WIRE
(9) LB CONDUIT BODY BOX WITH STRAIN RELIEFS
(10) LOW VOLTAGE OUTPUT WIRE FROM POWER CENTER BOX
(11) POWER CENTER BOX
(12) ELECTRICAL WIRE TO RECEPTACLE
Installation:
When installing the HotLine heating element, verify that all the fittings and compression seals are all in place on the heating element tube in the order as shown on the enclosed isometric drawing. Shut off the water and remove the 1/2 plug from the fitting adapter. Then carefully unwind the coil from the tip end as you are putting the tip end of the heating element tube into the water pipe.
Do not pull the HotLine heating element tube off the side of the coil (unroll only), do not bend it sharply and do not kink or smash the heating element tube. By doing so will VOID any warranty.
By keeping the HotLine heating element tube as reasonably straight as it is being unwound, it will easily slip into place. Then install and secure in place Item (1) ½ Inside Dimension. X 2” NIPPLE — MODIFIED, into the fitting adapter using TEFLON tape or pipe joint compound and tighten.
Remove the LB conduit body box cover and gasket and set aside to be reinstalled after wires are connected.
The HotLine heating element tube should project approximately 2’ - 0 “ to 3’ - 0” out from face of the nipple for ease of connecting the wires within the LB conduit body box (Item #11 above). The HotLine heating element tube can be pushed through the strain reliefs for ease of connecting the wires together. The following connections shall be made and enclosed within the LB conduit body box (Item #11 above). The white wire of the low voltage output wire from the transformer shall be connected to the copper ground wire clamp of the “HotLine“ heating element. The black wire of the low voltage output wire from the transformer shall be connected to the center insulated modern alloy resistance wire of the “HotLine“ heating element. Use the nuts and bolts that are attached to the end of the “HotLine“ heating element.
After the low voltage output wires have been connected, this connection shall be pulled back within the LB conduit body box (Item #11 above). The LB conduit body box strain reliefs shall be tightened onto the “HotLine“ heating element and the low voltage output wire. Then install LB conduit body box cover and gasket.
With the electrical hook up complete, the “HotLine” heating element shall be pushed into the water service line and the fittings tightened in the following order:
1st. (1) 1/2 Inside Dimension. X 2” NIPPLE — MODIFIED
2nd (4) FLARED FITTING REDUCER — MODIFIED
3rd (6) FLARED TUBE NUT
This completes the plumbing installation, the “HotLine” heating element can be put into service
“WARNING” Do not connect the “HotLine” heating element directly to any 120 Volts outlet. The top of the power center box gets to 176 degrees F.
It must operate only from the supplied “HotLine” heating element Power Center box. The “HotLine” Power Center box contains a indicator light and a fuse protected step down transformer which operates on 120 Volts and provides a low voltage output to the ”HotLine” heating element. The fuse which protects the 120 Volt winding of the transformer may be changed without opening the Power Center box. There are no required hookup connections within the “HotLine” Power Center box.
The “HotLine” Power Center box should be located out of the weather, less than five feet from an electrical outlet and within two feet of the “HotLine“ heating element. The “HotLine” Power Center box shall be anchored to a secured element with screws through the flanges at the top of the Power Center box. Screws and proper anchors shall be furnished by others.
The last connection to be made is plugging the power cord into the nearby 120 Volt outlet.
All “HotLine” heating element equipment has been designed and fabricated for continuous operating service. The HotLine heating element can operate in a wet or dry atmosphere, (inside the water or sewer pipe) without reducing their life expectancy.
If your installation presents any special or unusual requirements please call on us for help.
The “HotLine“ heating element Power Center box is a great help to the installer - the UL Rated steel box contains a completely wired transformer with a power element indicator light and an externally accessible fuse holder. All the electrical components of the “HotLine“ heating element Power Center box are UL listed.
“HOTLINE Heating Element
Installation Instructions For Sanitary Sewer Lines
General
The "HotLine" heating element tube consists of a insulated modern alloy resistance wire encased in a plastic tube for protection in sewer line). The excellent heat conductivity of the tube delivers the most heat directly into the sanitary sewer line where it is needed.
The following instructions will enable you to select the length and install the "HotLine" heating element which will be dependable, trouble free, and while electrically energized, will give freeze protection for many years.
Installation Criteria:
To install the “HotLine” heating element successfully in the outgoing sanitary sewer line, these lines should be at least a 2 inch minimum diameter pipe with long sweeping bends. The sanitary sewer pipe must be clear and open (warmth of the residence) from the point of entry to the sanitary sewer main. The “HotLine” heating element cannot be installed through valves or sharp bends. Minimum radius of any bends shall be 6 inches.
The sanitary sewer line shall have the proper type of fittings for the installation of the “HotLine” heating element. This may require the cutting and replacement of existing sections of the sanitary sewer line. The enclosed drawing is to show how a typical installation may look. The type of material that is used for the existing sanitary sewer line and how it is installed may require different types of fittings and techniques. Tee’s, Y’s and saddles may need to be installed in the existing sanitary sewer pipe before the length of the “HotLine” can be determined.
Requirements to determine length of "Hotline" heating element:
To measure for the required length of “HotLine” heating element, it will be necessary that the proper tools be used to determine the clear inside length of the sanitary sewer pipe to be protected. “HotLine” heating elements are engineered for the specific length ordered and can not be modified or cut after manufacturing.
The most accurate way is to use an electrician’s fish tape, (this item can be purchased at a hardware store, or a home construction supply store). If Item #(C), #(D), and #(E) as noted below and on the enclosed drawing are not installed, they shall be installed by the owner/plumber to help determine the correct length required.
The electrician’s fish tape shall be inserted through the bushing #(D) and flush adapter fittings #(E) until it hits an obstruction. The electrician’s fish tape shall be marked at the face edge of the flush adapter fitting. The electrician’s fish tape should be removed and reinserted to verify that the first measurement was correct. The fish tape shall be measured with a continuous tape to determine the correct length required.
Tools required:
00’ - 0” (plus) electrician’s fish tape
00’ - 0” tape measure
Installation Items: (See enclosed drawing):
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(A) Sanitary Sewer Line From Residence to Main (existing)
(B) Sanitary Sewer Line From Residence (existing)
(C) 4 or 3 Sanitary Tee or Y, (if not existing, one needs to be installed)
(D) 4 or 3 x 2 or 1 ½ or 1 1/4 Bushing (FTG x P)
(E) 3 or 2 or 1 ½ or 1 1/4 x ½ Flush Adapter (FTG x F)
(F) ½ Threaded Plug, To Be Installed Temporarily After Measurements
Are Taken, To Seal The Sewer Pipe Until The “HotLine” Is Received
And Is Ready To Be Installed.
The following items will be furnished with or installed on the “HotLine heating element:
(1) Strain Relief (3 parts, male fitting, compression cone and hex compression nut)(will be installed on the “HotLine” heating element)
(2) Ground Wire Clamp
(3) Ground Wire
(4) LB Conduit Body Box With Strain Reliefs (one of the strain reliefs will be installed on the “HotLine” heating element), See Item #(1)
(5) Low Voltage Output Wire (Black [5.1] And White [5.2]) From Power Center Box (Transformer)
(6) Power Center Box
(7) Electrical Wire To Receptacle
Installation:
When installing the “HotLine” heating element, verify that the strain relief and fittings are all in place on the heating element tube in the order as shown on the enclosed isometric drawing. Then carefully unwind the coil from the tip end as you are putting the tip end of the heating element tube into the sanitary sewer pipe.
Do not pull the “HotLine” heating element tube off the side of the coil (unroll only), do not bend it sharply and do not kink or smash the heating element tub. “By doing so will VOID all warranties.”
By keeping the “HotLine” heating element tube reasonably straight as it is being unwound, it will easily slip into place.
Remove the LB conduit body box cover and gasket and set aside to be reinstalled after wires are connected.
The “HotLine” heating element tube should project approximately 2' - 0 to 3' - 0 out from face of the strain relief male fitting in the sanitary sewer pipe for ease of connecting the wires within the LB conduit body box (Item #4 above). The “HotLine” heating element tube can be pushed through the strain relief for ease of connecting the wires together. The following connections shall be made and enclosed within the LB conduit body box (Item #5 above). The white wire of the low voltage output wire from the transformer shall be connected to the copper ground wire clamp of the “HotLine” heating element. The black wire of the low voltage output wire from the transformer shall be connected to the center insulated modern alloy resistance wire of the “HotLine” heating element. Use the nuts and bolts that are attached to the end of the “HotLine” heating element.
After the low voltage output wires have been connected, this connection shall be pulled back within the LB conduit body box (Item #4 above). The strain relief on the “HotLine” heating element shall be installed and tightened in to the straight end of the LB box. The other strain relief in the LB conduit body box shall be tightened onto the low voltage output wire. Then install the LB conduit body box cover and gasket.
With the electrical hook up complete, the “HotLine” heating element shall be pushed into the plumbing sewer line and the strain relief fitting’s hex nut tightened.
The “HotLine” Power Center box should be located out of the weather, less than five feet from an electrical outlet and within two feet of the “HotLine” heating element. The “HotLine” Power Center box shall be anchored to a secured element with screws through the flanges at the top of the Power Center box. Screws and proper anchors shall be furnished by others.
This completes the “HotLine” Power Center box installation, the “HotLine” heating element can be put into service.
“WARNING” Do not connect the “HotLine” heating
element directly to any 120 Volts outlet. The top of the power center box gets to 176 degrees F.
It must operate only from the supplied “HotLine” heating element Power Center box. The “HotLine” Power Center box contains an indicator light and a fuse protected step down transformer, which operates on 120 Volts and provides a low voltage output to the “HotLine” heating element. The fuse which protects the 120 Volt winding of the transformer may be changed without opening the Power Center box. There are no required hookup connections within the “HotLine” Power Center box.
The last connection to be made is plugging the power cord into the nearby 120 Volt outlet.
All “HotLine” heating element equipment has been designed and fabricated for continuous operating service. The “HotLine” heating element can operate in a wet or dry atmosphere, (inside the sanitary sewer pipe) without reducing their life expectancy.
The “HotLine” heating element Power Center box is a great help to the installer - the UL Rated steel box contains a completely wired transformer with a power element indicator light and an externally accessible fuse holder. All the electrical components of the “HotLine” heating element Power Center box are UL listed.
If your installation presents any special or unusual requirements please call on us for help.
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