EasyHeat EasyHeat FC-130 Remote Bulb Thermostat, Thermal Storage Controls, 11001-101 Instruction Sheet

FC-130

Product Information

Installation Instructions

ApplicAtion

Model FC-130 preset remote bulb thermostat is
designed for use primarily for electric resistance
he atin g. The swit ch con tact s ope n whe n the
temperature surrounding the bulb rises above 130
F (54o C) to turn off the heat. When the temperature
drops, the contacts close to turn on the heat.

The FC-130 thermostat is designed for use only as
an operating or regulating control. Where failure of
the FC-130 could result in personal injury and/or
loss of property, an approved backup temperature
limit control should be connected in series or a
supervisory alarm system should be used to warn
of control failures.

Description

This un it has been te s te d by Underwr i t e r s
Laboratories Inc. (UL), and meets the requirements
fo r NEMA 4X equip ment, and is sui table for
use under the National Electr ical code (NEC)
Article 547-4, when used with appropriate watertight
connectors (not included).

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specificAtions

Switch Action Open on rise, snap action.
Contact Structure Single pole.
Differential 5
Operating Set-point 130
Electrical rating 25 Amperes (non-inductive) 120-240 V.

22 Amperes (non-inductive) 277 V.

Capillary length 10 feet (3.05m).
Maximum bulb withstand temperature 165
Maximum housing withstand temperature 140

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F (-15

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F (54

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C) approx.

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C) fixed.

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F (74

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F (60

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C).

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C).

sAfety informAtion

1. Be certain that the electrical load to be controlled
does not exceed the thermostat rating.

2. Disconnect all power before installing or
servicing.

3. Installation must be made by a trained, qualified
service person.

4. Use copper wire only. Insulate or wire-nut all unused
leads.

5. This thermostat is NOT to be used in potentially
flammable or explosive atmospheres.

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instAllAtion

1. The sensing bulb should be located in an area
of highest expected temperature of the medium
being controlled.

2. Care should be taken not to damage the capillary
tube. Do not kink the capillary.

3. Do not dent or bend the sensing bulb as this will
change the control calibration.

4. The switch may be mounted in any convenient
location provided that the ambient temperature
sur r o un d in g t h e s w i tc h d o es n o t e x ce e d
140o F (60o C).

5. Determine the desired thermostat mounting
orientation and which knockouts will be used for
wiring connection.

6. Remove the desired knockout(s) by impacting near
the inside edge of the knockout to be removed.
Wear safety goggles. Using a hammer to hit the
end of a punch, rod or screw-driver held against
the knockout will facilitate removal. CAUTION:
When removing the end knockout, do not support
the thermostat on the sensor-support on the long
mounting legs.

10. Complete the wiring by connecting the lead wires
in the wiring box, as shown in the wiring diagram
using wire nuts (not provided). A green lead wire
is provided for connection to the line and equipment
ground wire. After connection, all wiring should be
pushed back into the wiring compartment.

11. Install the wiring compartment cover and fasten
using all four screws provided; do not substitute
other screws. The cover is provided with a resilient
gasket. The cover screws must be tightened securely
to compress the gasket and provide a watertight
seal. Do not over tighten. After tightening screws,
a gap of approximately 1/32" to 1/16" (.79mm to

1.59mm) will exist between the rim of the removable
cover and the thermostat body.

7. Four slotted mounting feet are provided - on a
rough, uneven or curved mounting surface only
two mounting screws need be used. Do not over
tighten mounting screws.

8. The thermostat may be installed using conduit,
suitable flexible cable, or other code approved
wiring method. All fittings and materials used for
the installation should be approved and suitable
for the application and installed in accordance with
their instructions.

cAUtion Except where application, applicable codes
or ordinances do not require water tightness, the
conduit hub should be UL listed and be marked 4X.
The conduit hub is to be tightened onto the conduit
before installing in the enclosure.

9. A drip loop should be provided to prevent water
or other liquids from entering the thermostat
housing. The cable or conduit connections to the
enclosure must be water and dust tight. Even
though the FC-130 is sealed, water or dust could
enter through improperly sealed wiring.

CAUTION: Insulate the end of unused lead wires. Green
ground lead wire must be connected to wiring system
ground as required by applicable codes. Failure to do this
could result in the hazard of electrical shock.

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