Thorne & Derrick Self-regulating heater cable Installation & Maintenance
Below you will find brief information for Self-regulating heater cable. This document covers the installation and maintenance of this type of cable, which is used to heat pipes and vessels, providing freeze protection and maintaining a consistent temperature. The document details steps for pre-installation checks, handling cables, attaching cables to pipes, and installing thermal insulation. It also includes information on electrical requirements, testing, and troubleshooting.
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Tel: +44 (0)191 490 1547 Fax: +44 (0)191 477 5371 Email: [email protected] Website: www.heattracing.co.uk www.thorneanderrick.co.uk Installation & Maintenance SELF-REGULATING HEATER CABLE CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION..................................................................................................... 4 How Heating Systems Work ...............................................................................................................4 PRODUCT SELECTION ......................................................................................................... 4 RECEIPT & STORAGE........................................................................................................... 4 Receipt ................................................................................................................................................4 Storage................................................................................................................................................4 Withdrawal from Storage.....................................................................................................................4 INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................... 5 Scheduling...........................................................................................................................................5 Pre-Installation Check .........................................................................................................................5 Heater Handling ..................................................................................................................................5 Heater Cable Location ........................................................................................................................5 Straight Tracing ...................................................................................................................................6 Spiraling ..............................................................................................................................................6 Attachment ..........................................................................................................................................7 Cutting the Heater Cable.....................................................................................................................7 Installation Details ...............................................................................................................................7 SYSTEM COMPONENTS..................................................................................................... 10 THERMAL INSULATION ...................................................................................................... 10 Pre-Installation Checks .....................................................................................................................10 Installation .........................................................................................................................................10 Marking..............................................................................................................................................11 THERMOSTATS & SENSORS ............................................................................................. 11 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................... 11 Voltage Rating...................................................................................................................................11 Electrical Loading..............................................................................................................................12 Ground Fault Protection ....................................................................................................................12 Waterproofing....................................................................................................................................12 TESTING .............................................................................................................................. 12 Recommendations ............................................................................................................................12 Procedure..........................................................................................................................................12 START-UP ............................................................................................................................ 15 Heat-up Time.....................................................................................................................................15 Diversity Factor .................................................................................................................................15 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................... 15 System Design, Installation & Documentation ................................................................................. 15 Preventive Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 15 Visual Inspections............................................................................................................................. 15 Frequency......................................................................................................................................... 15 Personnel Training ........................................................................................................................... 15 Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 16 Piping Repairs .................................................................................................................................. 16 DAMAGED PRODUCTS....................................................................................................... 16 TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................... 17 Insulation Heater Cable Pipe Figure 1 PRODUCT SELECTION Check and verify that the proper heater cables are being installed on each pipe and vessel. If no design/installation documents exist, check Nelson Heat Tracing Systems Design & Selection Guides to determine the proper equipment for the application. RECEIPT & STORAGE Receipt • Compare the materials against the shipping bill to verify receipt of proper materials. • Inspect heating cable and components for transit damage. Insulation resistance tests on each spool of cable are recommended. • If design documents (line lists or per circuit bills of material) exists, check the received materials against the lists to verify of all needed materials. If no design documents exists, keep a receipt log of all materials received. Storage Cables and system components should be stored in a clean, dry area. The equipment should be protected from mechanical damage during storage. The storage temperature range is (-40°F to 140°F) -40°C to 60°C. Withdrawal from Storage It is recommended that a check out record be kept (in conjunction with the receipt records) on equipment as it is removed from storage. This will serve to identify developing material shortages before they happen - since project additions often cause the use of material for other than designated piping. INSTALLATION ! WARNINGS: While there are many acceptable ways of installing nelson heat tracing systems’ electric heating equipment, certain actions can be dangerous to personnel and your installations. Please take care to avoid the following problems: • Do not twist the bus wires together at either end of the heater cable. Each of these wires has a voltage or neutral applied to it; twisting them together will cause a short circuit. • Insulate black polymer surrounding bus wires. The black compound extruded around the bus wires is electrically conductive and should be treated as a conductor. • All electrical connections in the system should be sealed against moisture. To prevent electrical arcing and fire hazard, all cable connections and electrical wiring connections should be sealed against moisture. This includes the use of proper cable sealing kits and the moisture proofing of all wire connections. • Do not expose heater cables to temperatures above their maximum ratings. Higher temperatures can greatly shorten the life of a heater cable. • Immediately replace any damaged heater cable or components. Failure to replace any damaged components (heater cable, components, or thermal insulation) will result in system failure. • Classified areas (explosive dust or gases) require the use of special electrical components. Any area having explosive gases (such as chemical / petrochemical installations) or explosive dusts (such as coal handling or graineries) require special cable, connection components and control components that are approved for use in these areas. Installation of non-approved products can result in fires or explosions. • Installation on plastic pipe requires special considerations in selections & installation. See the nelson heat tracing systems design guide for details in design and selection. Scheduling The installation of the electric heat tracing needs to be coordinated with the piping, insulation, electrical and instrument groups. It should begin only after the majority of mechanical construction is complete. Pressure testing of the pipe and installation of the instruments should be complete prior to the start of the heater cable installation. Pre-Installation Check Walk the piping system and plan the routing of the heater cable. Use this check to verify completion of instrumentation and mechanical work. All coatings (paint, etc.) must be dry before attempting the heater cable installation. Heater Handling • Use a reel holder to roll out the heater cable. • Keep the cable strung loosely, but close to the pipe being traced. This will avoid interference with supports and other equipment. • Leave an extra 305-457mm (12-18”) of heater cable at all power connections, tee splices and end seal connections to facilitate easy working of the connections. • ADDITIONAL HEATER CABLE IS REQUIRED ON VALVES, PIPE SUPPORTS AND OTHER EQUIMENT. See the installation detail section for exact lengths and method of installation. • When handling the heater cable, avoid pulling it over or installing against sharp edges. • Do not kink or crush the cable, including walking on it or driving over it with equipment. Heater Cable Location The heater cable may be installed in either straight runs or spiraled around the pipe. Spiraling is generally used when a limited number of cable types are available. Straight Tracing When straight tracing is used, install the heater cable on the lower quadrant of the pipe. This helps prevent physical damage to the heater cable from falling objects and being walked on. Alternate Locations 120° Install heater cable at the 4 or 8 o'clock positions Figure 2 Spiraling Spiraling increases the length of heater cable installed per foot of pipe. Installed cable length = Pipe Length X Spiral Factor. The following example and table will allow you to determine the correct pitch for each pipe size and spiral factor: PITCH (P) in inches Example: When using .43m (1.4ft) of heater cable on102mm (4”) IPS pipe, the Pitch (P) would be 356mm (14”) Figure 3 Table I Spiral Pitch Table (Inches) SPIRAL FACTOR Pipe Size (feet of heater cable per foot of pipe) (IPS) 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.0 NR NR NR NR NR 1.5 NR NR NR NR NR 2.0 17 NR NR NR NR 2.5 20 14 NR NR NR 3.0 24 17 13 NR NR 3.5 28 19 15 13 NR 4.0 31 21 17 14 NR 4.5 35 24 19 16 14 5.0 39 26 21 18 15 6.0 46 31 25 21 18 8.0 59 41 33 28 24 1 inch = 25mm Attachment For regular installations, the heater cable may be attached with fiberglass tape. Plastic wire ties may also be used, provided the plastic has a maximum temperature rating equal to or better than the system requirements. The cable should fit snugly against the pipe and be secured at one 305mm (12”) intervals, as shown in Figure 4. Fiberglass Tape Aluminum Foil Tape (AT-50) 305mm (12") Figure 4 Figure 5 Notes: 1) To prevent possible damage to the heater cable, do not fasten with metal straps, wire, vinyl electrical tape or duct tape. 2) Aluminum foil tape should only be used if specified by design. The foil is most often used on plastic pipe to offset the insulate effect of the plastic. See the Nelson Heat Tracing Systems’ Design Guide for details. See Figure 5 above. Cutting the Heater Cable Do not cut the cable until it is attached to the pipe. Confirm the allowances for terminations, connections and heat sinks (valves, support, etc.) before cutting the cable. Heater cable power is not affected by cutting to length. Protect all heater cable ends from moisture or mechanical damage if exposed for long periods of time. Installation Details Heater cables should be applied in a manner to facilitate the easy removal of valves and small in-line devices without the removal of excessive thermal insulation or having to cut the heater cable. The best way to accomplish this is to loop the cable. The amount of heater cable installed on each valve, hanger, etc. varies with the pipe size and type of device. Table II gives the correct additional cable to be installed on each device. Pipe Fitting Type Pipe Size Flange Pair Vent & Drain Pipe Support Globe, Ball & Butterfly Valves Gate Valve .50 .30 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 .75 .30 1.0 1.5 1.0 1.5 1.00 .30 1.0 1.5 1.0 2.0 1.50 .30 1.0 2.0 1.5 2.5 2.00 .30 1.0 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.00 .30 1.0 2.0 2.5 3.0 4.00 .50 1.0 2.5 3.0 4.0 6.00 .80 1.0 2.5 3.5 5.0 8.00 .80 1.0 2.5 4.0 7.0 10.00 .80 1.0 3.0 4.5 8.0 12.00 .80 1.0 3.0 5.0 9.0 14.00 1.0 1.0 3.0 5.5 10.0 16.00 1.0 1.0 3.5 6.0 11.0 18.00 1.0 1.0 3.5 7.0 12.0 20.00 1.0 1.0 3.5 7.5 13.0 24.00 1.0 1.0 4.0 8.0 15.0 Notes: 1) Nominal pipe length in feet. Adders are for various in-line pipe fittings to compensate for greater areas of heat loss. 2) Values above are based on area average of various fittings available, with the assumption that fitting insulation will be equivalent to pipe insulation. The nominal length of tracer to be applied to a particular fitting would be the value shown in this chart plus the flange-to-flange length of the fitting. 3) For a Flanged Valve Adder choose Valve Type then add one Flange Pair for total adder length. The following figures show installation details for various typical situations: Valve Typical installation method (may vary for different valve shapes) Fiberglass Tape Heater Cable Figure 6 Elbow Fiberglass Tape Heater cable should be positioned on the outside radius of all elbows on 51mm (2") diameter pipes & larger. Flange Heater Cable Fiberglass Tape Heater Cable Figure 7 Figure 8 Shoe Support Hanger Support Side View Bar Hanger Heater Cable Bar Hanger Fiberglass Tape Heater Cable Fiberglass Tape Pipe Shoe Support Heater Cable Bottom View Heater Cable Fiberglass Tape Pipe Shoe Support Do not clamp heater cable under hanger bracket Figure 9 Figure 10 ! WARNING: Connecting bus wires together will create an electrical short. End Seal - LT-ME, LT-SE or LT-E In-line splice under insulation (shown) LT-SS or LT-HSS. Above insulation PLT-BS or LT-BS. Heater cable loop Power Connection Kit - PLT-BC or LT-BC use with cable power seal kit - LT-MP, LT-SP or LT-HSP. Heater Cable Fiberglass Tape Pipe Clamps Insulation Tee splice under insulation (shown) - LT-ST or LT-HST Above insulation - PLT-BY or LT-BY. Note: Heater cable power connections and end seals are required for each heater cable. Heater cable splices, tees, and thermostats are used as needed. Figure 11 THERMAL INSULATION Pre-Installation Checks Inspect the heater cable and components for correct installation and possible damage. In particular, verify that: • The proper extra amount of heater cable has been installed at each valve, flange, pipe support, etc. and that it is free from physical nicks, tears or gouging. Additional cable beyond the specified amount at a heat sink is not a problem due to the self-regulation effect of the heater cable. • Connections, splices and end seals are correctly installed, including cable seals at power connection enclosures. Installation Check the thermal insulation type and thickness against the design criteria. Changes in insulation type or thickness may require a different wattage heater cable. Verify that all pipe work, including wall penetrations, fittings, etc. has been completely insulated. Check the system to verify that: • Insulation is not wet from rainfall prior to the application of waterproofing. • Lap joints on vertical piping are properly overlapped - higher piece lapped over the top of lower piece. • Band seals are used at lap joints to prevent the ingress of water. • All penetrations of lagging (valve stems, hanger rods, etc.) are properly water proofed. • Irregular shaped items (i.e. pumps, etc.) are properly waterproofed. To minimize potential damage to the heater cable, install the insulation as soon as possible. It is recommended that another insulation resistance (megger) test be done after the insulation has been installed to verify that the heater cable was not damaged during the insulation installation. Marking Install “Electric Trace” signs on alternate sides of the piping at regular intervals, as a warning to maintenance personnel. Permanently mark the outside of the insulation lagging with the location of heater cable components. This will facilitate maintenance in the event of a problem. THERMOSTATS & SENSORS Temperature sensitive applications will require the use of a thermostatic control. Selection of the proper thermostat must consider voltage and amperage ratings of the device as well as the suitability of housing for the environment (explosion proof, rain tight, corrosion resistance, etc.). Thermostat housing should be mounted as close as possible to the power connection kit. It may be attached to the power connection kit provided code requirements are met with regard to conduit connections seals, etc. To sense the coolest air temperature, ambient (air sensing) thermostats should be mounted in the shade when possible. When using pipe-sensing thermostats, the bulb (sensor) should be mounted on the opposite side of the pipe from the heater, or as far away as is practical. This will allow the thermostat to sense the actual pipe temperature and not be influenced by the heater temperature. Mount the bulb at least three (3) feet from the closest heat sink if possible. Moisture inside the enclosure will cause both corrosion and electrical shorting problems. The potential for this type of problem, can be greatly reduced by: • Proper sealing of all enclosures openings. • Keeping enclosure cover closed and secured as mush as possible during installation sequence. • Proper closing and sealing of the cover to prevent leaking into the housing. • Use of a moisture proofing/electrical spray (aerosol) sealant on thermostat and electrical connections (including all metal parts) at completion of installation. • Connection and use of space heater if thermostat is so equipped. Do not de-energize space heater during summer months. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Voltage Rating Verify that the heater cable voltage rating is suitable for the service being used. 240 volt rated cables may be used from 208 to 277 volts, with an accompanying change in power output. See Nelson Heat Tracing Systems Design Guide for power correction factor. Voltage and wattage ratings are printed on the heater cable. Electrical Loading Size over-current protective devices according to Nelson Heat Tracing Systems Literature/Design Guide. If devices are other than standard thermal magnetic circuit breakers, consult factory. Ground Fault Protection Ground fault circuit breakers are required on all heater constructions per the 1996 National Electric Code. Typically, 30ma trip devices are required due to the capacitive leakage of the heater cable construction. Waterproofing Moisture penetration of the electrical system is the single largest source of problems in a heater cable system installation. Therefore, particular care must be given to the proper sealing of all electrical connections and splices. Heater cable sealing kits will provide a proper seal for the heater cable itself, when used per kit instructions. All other electrical connections (heater to power wiring, thermostat connections, panel and breaker connections, etc.) should be sealed or moisture proofed in some fashion. Either mastic shrink tube or an aerosol electrical insulative sealant should be used on all connections to reduce any moisture penetration. The sealant will also reduce the potential for corrosion on exposed metal parts. TESTING Recommendations Electrical tests are recommended at specific points in the receipt and installation of the heater cable. This periodical testing is designed to prevent the expenditure of wasted labor in the even of damage to the product. Installation costs of the cable and thermal insulation are much greater that the heater cable. Quick identification of any heater cable damage is the most economic approach to an installation. An insulation resistance test is recommended at the following point of the installation process: • UPON RECEIPT of the heater cable • BEFORE thermal INSULATION installation • IMMEDIATELY AFTER thermal insulation installation • As part of a PERIODIC MAINTENANCE program Procedure The insulation resistance test is used to check for damage to extruded jackets. Connections for the megger are made as shown in Figures 12 & 13. FOR HEATER CABLES WITH BRAID Test from heating cable bus to braid 500 VDC MEGGER Figure 12 Note: Test should use at least a 500 VDC megger. Do not use a megger with an excess of 2500 VDC. Minimum acceptable readings should be 20 megohms per circuit, regardless of length. FOR HEATER CABLES WITH BRAID AND OUTER JACKET Test A - (solid lines) from heater cable bus wires to braid. Test B - (dotted lines) from braid to metal pipe. 500 VDC MEGGER Figure 13 A record should be kept of the readings taken from the time the cable is first installed on the pipe. A history of the insulation resistance reading can be helpful in spotting moisture ingress into the electrical system (by seeing a gradual decline in the insulation resistance or physical damage to the heater cable (sharp decline in the insulation resistance). A sample record for this is shown in Figure 14. Circuit Number Heater Type Circuit Length Periodic Inspection Record Freeze Protection Circuits Perform these checks as season requiring use approaches. Temperature Maintenance Circuits Perform these checks at least twice per year. Maintenance Checks for _______________________ Month __________________ Year_____________ Visual inspection inside connection box corrosion, moisture, etc. Damage or cracks (leaks) in insulation seals at valves, hangers, pumps, etc. Heater cable properly connected and grounded. Heater cable and connections insulated from connection box. Thermostat checked for moisture, corrosion, set point, switch operation, and capillary damage Initial Date Initial Date Initial Date Set Point Initial Date Reading Initial Date Reading Reading Reading Initial Date Initial Date Initial Date Remarks & Comments Periodic Inspection Record Form Megger tests performed at power connection with both bus wires disconnected from power wiring. Circuit voltage at power connection. Circuit amperage after 5 minutes Pipe temperature at time amps were measured. Watts/Ft. Volts x Amps = w/ft. feet All connections, boxes, and thermostats have been resealed. End seals, covered splices and tees marked On insulation cladding. Figure 14 Periodic Inspection Record Form The Periodic Inspection record Form may be used in one of two ways: 1) One sheet per circuit. - The results of periodic tests of a single circuit are posted in vertical columns, beginning on the left and working toward the right. This allows easy comparison of test values for up to seven test sequences on an individual circuit. 2) One circuit per column. - Test data for a single test sequence on as many as seven circuits can be recorded on a single sheet. START-UP Heat-up Time Heat-up capacity (the ability to heat the pipe and it’s contents rapidly) is not normally designed into the system. Cold start-ups should allow adequate time for the pipe to come up to temperature. Diversity Factor If the electrical supply capability is limited, then a diversity factor may be used in a cold start situation (trying to start the entire system up in very cold weather). This is accomplished by staggering the initial turn on of the heater cable circuits to allow the inrush currents to occur in a sequential fashion rather than all at once. OPERATION & MAINTENANCE System Design, Installation & Documentation The heater cable system must be properly designed, installed and documented. This documentation should at least included line lists and location identification documentation. As built installation drawings provided the optimum maintenance tool. Test records should also be considered as part of the system documentation requirements. See Figure 15. Preventive Maintenance A preventive maintenance program is needed which will encompass both visual and electrical checks of the system. These should be done not only before initial operation of the system, but also on a scheduled basis. The checks should also be done after any maintenance has been performed. Visual Inspections • Thermal insulation - check weatherproofing for damage, missing seals, cracks or gaps in caulking and mastic coatings, damaged or missing lagging. When damage does exist, the insulation will need to be repaired or replaced, and then resealed. WET INSULATION HAS POOR INSULATING PROPERTIES, THEREFORE THE INSULATION MUST BE KEPT DRY. If insulation has been damaged, check the heater cable for damage - replace the damaged section. • Inspect junction boxes, connection boxes and thermostats for corrosion, moisture or foreign matter. • Tightness of electrical connections, proper electrical insulation of heater cable wires, adequacy of moisture seal on electrical connections and that a minimum of one (1) inch of electrically insulated heater extends above the grounding connection. No strands of the ground braid should extend above this connection. • Check all thermostats or sensor capillary leads to verify they are tied back and shielded from physical damage. • Verify all enclosure, connection box, etc. covers are properly closed and that the thermostat is switching off and on by measuring current flow in the circuit when the unit switches on. Reset the knob to the proper temperature after completion of the test. Frequency Inspections should be made prior to the start of the freeze season on freeze protection systems. Process maintenance systems should be checked on a frequent base, at least twice a year. Personnel Training Qualified maintenance personnel must be used to maintain the system. It is recommended that periodic training programs be utilized to assist in keeping maintenance personnel up to date on equipment and procedures. SYMPTOMS A. B. Circuit Breaker Trips (Standard) Circuit Breaker Trips (Ground Leakage Type) PROBABLE CAUSE 1. CORRECTION 2. Circuit breaker undersized Circuit oversized 1, 2, 3. Re-establish what the current loads are going to be and resize the breakers.* 3. Start-up at too low temp. 4. Defective circuit breaker 4. 5. Connection and/or splices may be shorting out. 5, 6. 6. Physical damage to the heater cable may be causing a short. 7. Wires connected at end seal. 7. Disconnect wires and perform a current check for possible other damage. 1. All of section A. 1. All of section A. 2. Excessive moisture in connection boxes or splices. 2. Dry out and re-seal connections and splices. Megger per Installation Instructions (20 megohms min.) Work on connections outside the thermal insulation first, going to the below insulation connections and seals after the others have been eliminated. 3. Nick or cut in heater or power feed wire with moisture present. 3. Locate and repair or replace damaged heater cable or power wire.** Replace circuit breaker. Locate and repair incorrect connections, splices, or damaged sections of heater cable.** Megger per installation instructions. *Check to see if existing power wire sizing is compatible with larger sized breakers. **To locate shorting problems, follow these steps: 1) Visually inspect the power connections and splices that are outside of the thermal insulation for proper installation. 2) Check around the valves, pumps, and any area where there may have been maintenance work done, for visual indications of damage. 3) Look for crushed or damaged insulation lagging along the pipe. 4) Inspect heater cable splices under the thermal insulation. 5) If you have not located the problem by now, you will have to isolate one section of the heater cable at a time until you determine the general area of damage. First, isolate by disconnecting any tees or splices then remove insulation from that area until the specific damage is found. For long runs of cable, it may be necessary to cut the cable in half to isolate the shorted section. SYMPTOMS C. Power output is zero or lower than rated.*** PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Low or no input voltage. 1. Repair electrical supply lines and equipment. 2. Circuit is shorter than design shows. 2. Check routing and length of heater cable (use “as-builts”), and recalculate power requirements. a. Connect and recheck the power. a. b. D. Power output appears correct but pipe temperatures are below design value. CORRECTION Splices or tees may not have been connected. Heater cable may have been severed. b. Locate and repair the damaged heater cable. Recheck the power. 3. Improper crimping causing a high resistance connection. 3. Re-crimp using correct procedure. 4. Control thermostat is wired in the opened position. 4. Rewire in the normally closed position. 5. Pipe is at an elevated temperature. 5. Check pipe temperature and recalculate the output.*** 6. Heater cable has been exposed to excessive moisture. 7. Heater cable has been exposed to excessive temperatures. 1. Insulation is wet. 1. Remove and replace with dry insulation and insure proper weatherproofing. 2. Insufficient heater cable was used on valves, supports, and other heat sinks. 2. Splice in additional heater cable but do not go over maximum circuit length. 3. Thermostat was set incorrectly 3. Reset the thermostat. 4. There are thermal design inconsistencies. 4. Check with the local or factory representatives for design conditions. Modify as recommended. 6, 7. Replace the heater cable. *** The power output on lower resistance heater cables is temperature sensitive and requires a special procedure to determine it’s value. 1) Check the pipe temperature under the thermal insulation. 2) Allow heater cable to stabilize for 10 minutes and then measure the current. 3) Calculate the power (watts / ft.) of the heater cable by multiplying the current by the input voltage and dividing by the actual circuit length, I x V / Ft. = Watts / Ft. 4) Compare this measured value to the power output curves for the heater cable at the measured pipe temperature. If the heater cable’s actual output is substantially below the theoretical output, the bus wire interface with the core has been damaged by the fault current and the cable must be replaced. This is not a highly accurate method of analysis, so use discretion in comparing theoretical and actual values. HEAT TRACE INSTALLATION RECORD 1. Circuit No. _______________________________ 2. Receiving Documentation Item 3. 4. 5. DESIGN ACTUAL A. Cable Type _______________________ _______________________ B. Cable Length _______________________ _______________________ Receiving Testing Date _____________________________________________ A. Check for physical damage O.K. ___________________ Damage_________________ B. Continuity Check Check for continuity between power leads. O.K. ___________________ Open ___________________ C. 500VDC min., 2500VDC recommended, megger check between leads and sheath, 20 megohms min. Megohms _________________________________________ D. Lot No. No. ______________________________________________ Post Installation Testing Date _____________________________________________ A. Continuity Check Check for continuity between cold leads. O.K. ___________________ B. 500VDC min., 2500VDC recommended, megger check between leads and sheath, 20 megohms min. Megohms _________________________________________ C. Visually Check Cable Installation Prior to Release for Thermal Insulation. Visual Check O.K. __________________________________ Final Testing and Commissioning Date _____________________________________________ A. Circuit approved for testing by client. Approved _________________________________________ B. 500VDC min., 2500 VDC recommended, megger check between leads and sheath, 20 megohms min. Megohms _________________________________________ C. Energized Testing (all test data to be within 10% of design data) 6. Date _____________________________________________ Open ___________________ DESIGN ACTUAL 1. Circuit Voltage _______________________ _______________________ 2. Initial Current _______________________ _______________________ 3. Current after 15 minutes of operation _______________________ _______________________ 4. Current after 30 minutes of operation _______________________ _______________________ 5. Pipe temperature _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ Circuit Acceptance This circuit has been tested and documented in accordance with the above itemized data. This circuit by: Contractor _____________________________________ Date _________________________________________ Client _________________________________________ Date _________________________________________ The Heat Trace Installation Record can be used to monitor the initial installation and check out process. This form can be used in conjunction with the Periodic Inspection Record for shown in Figure 14. Figure 15 Tel: +44 (0)191 490 1547 Fax: +44 (0)191 477 5371 Email: [email protected] Website: www.heattracing.co.uk www.thorneanderrick.co.uk ">

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- Self-regulating
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- Electrical requirements
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Self-regulating heater cable is used to heat pipes and vessels to prevent freezing and maintain a consistent temperature. It automatically adjusts its output based on the surrounding temperature, ensuring efficient energy use.
The document provides step-by-step instructions for installing self-regulating heater cable. The process includes pre-installation checks, handling cables, attaching cables to pipes, and installing thermal insulation. It also covers the electrical requirements for the system.
The document includes a troubleshooting guide to help you identify common issues with self-regulating heater cable systems. It covers symptoms such as circuit breaker trips, low power output, and incorrect pipe temperatures, along with possible causes and solutions.