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TC / TCM Thermal Storage
Cable and Mats Systems
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King’s Thermal Storage Heating systems are designed to warm the concrete slab of a building, creating a heated thermal mass below the floor
surface that radiates heat into the building throughout the day. Perfect for a both commercial and residential heating applications, heating
floors in an efficient manner. King’s system runs during off peak hours, heating the floor to a comfortable and consistent temperature, and then
shuts off during peak hours using the stored heat to keep costs down.
TCM Series Mats offers the easiest solution to in-concrete thermal storage, providing pre-fabricated mats at 12W/SqFt (6” spacing) that can
be rolled out prior to the concrete slab being poured.
TC Series Cable offers a custom layout solution to in-concrete thermal storage, that can be installed to fit any individual application. Cable can
be spaced to allow between 12W/SqFt – 17W/SqFt (4”, 5” or 6” spacing) depending on the application.
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performed by qualified personnel, in accordance with local codes and standards.
Read these important warnings and all installation instructions prior to installation. Failure to do so can result in fire, electrical shock, property
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It is important to read these instructions carefully before installing the TC Thermal Storage System. Installation must be
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TC / TCM is a heating system usually intended to be the sole source of heat in the building.
King strongly recommends consulting with a building engineer, architect or qualified professional to ensure that the TC thermal storage system selected will be suitable for your intended application.
The installation shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and national and local electrical codes. The installation shall be in accordance with Part 426, American National Standard Institute / National Fire Protection Association (ANSI/
NFPA70), National Electrical Code (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part 1. You must use a ground fault protection
device (GFCI) or a Residual Current Device (RCD).
All local codes concerning buildings, electrical installations etc. must be adhered to regardless of instructions provided in this
manual. If these regulations are in direct conflict with instructions stated herein, please contact the manufacturer.
It is important that this equipment is only installed by qualified electricians who are familiar with the proper sizing, installation,
construction and operation of electric heating cable systems and the hazards involved. The TC system is only designed for
installation in concrete or sand applications.
Metal structures or materials used for the support of or on which the Jiahong TC is installed must be grounded in accordancewith CSA Standard C22.1, Section 10 and the NEC.
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It is recommended to install the TC heating cables/mat with a controller that contains an integrated temperature limiter.
Remember to check that the supply voltage matches the voltage required for your particular TC product.
Extreme care must be used to ensure the TC cables are not damaged when using sharp tools, wheelbarrows, heavy machinery, shovels, rakes,
or other implements. Avoid walking on the cables or mats during installation.
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Never cut the heating cable.
Do not install the TC cables in such a manner that two heating cables touch, cross or overlap.
Measure, verify and record the actual resistance throughout the installation process:
1. Out of the box
2. During installation
3. After laying the sand bed (for sand bed installation)
4. After the concrete slab is poured (but not set)
5. After connecting thermostat and/or contactors
Record these values in the
The TC thermal storage heating system is most effective in single story buildings, with tiled or stone or concrete floors. If carpet, wood or other
flooring materials are to be used, please consult with King.
The TC mat or TC cable must be embedded in mortar or mortar mixture, concrete, sand or similar material. Ensure no air pockets exist in the
concrete or sand. This can damage to the cable.
The perimeter of the heated area should be insulated to 4 feet below grade with a minimum of 2 inches of rigid, closed cell foam insulation
(styrofoam) or equivalent suitable for in-ground installation. Foamed urethane or polystyrene are not acceptable moisture reduced its insulation
properties.
Ensure that all sharp stones and debris are removed from the area where the heating cables are going to be installed.
Make sure the cable is not subjected to excessive tension or strain, especially at the heating cable to power lead slice. It should not cross an
expansion joint when installed in concrete. For two or more slabs, use separate cables in each slab.
At low temperatures, the heating cable stiffens and may be difficult to work with. To overcome this, connect the cable to the mains for a brief
period of time. Ensure the cable is fully rolled out when this is done.
A minimum of 12 inches (30 cm) should exist between the cables and the perimeter of the foundation, and obstructions such as drains,
conduits, and structural members.
There should be a minimum of 2 inches (5 cm) of concrete or sand above and below the heating cables.
Allow the concrete to set for at least 30 days before the heating cables are turned on.
There should be no moving groundwater in the building area. Natural moisture in the soil is acceptable. If in doubt, contact King.
Please consult the King for any other questions, concerns or advice.
TC Cable / TCM Mat Testing Log. Failure to do so will void the warranty.
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Measure The Resistance
Use a digital multi-meter to measure the resistance between the conductors of the mat power leads. Record these resistances on the
Cable/Mat Testing Log under section “Test Record # 1 Prior to Installation”. The resistance between the white and black lead wires
should be within the resistance range on the nameplate label. If it is a little low, it may be due to low air temperatures or meter calibration. Consult the factory if you are in doubt.
The resistance between the white and black leads and ground lead should be “open”, usually indicated by an “OL” or whatever your meter
shows when the test leads and ground lead should be “open”, usually indicated by a reading. Record this information and contact the factory before installing. This could indicate damage, test lead problems, or a number of other issues. Try “pinning” the test leads to the cable/
mat lead wires against a hard non-metal surface if your readings fluctuate.
Your electrician should perform an insulation resistance test on the mat. A mega ohm meter adjusted to a minimum 1000 VDC should give a
measured value at least 20 mega ohm (MΩ).
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Mega Ohm meters apply high voltage and could shock or cause serious injury if improperly used. Follow mega ohm meter
instructions for safe and proper use.
IMPORTANT! Use King’s Cable Alarm Monitor during installation.
It is recommended to use the King’s Cable Alarm Monitor (Model # FCS11) during installation. When connected,
the device will constantly monitor the heating wire during the entire installation process. If the wire is cut or
damaged during installation, this device sounds an alarm. The FCS11 will prevent burying a damaged wire below hardened concrete.
Installing The Heating Cable
The TC cable must be laid out with even spacing over the entire area to be heated. To ensure an accurate and easy method of installing it is
recommended to attach to rebar or wire mesh. The heating cable can be attached directly to the rebar or wire mesh using tie wraps. Secure the
heating cable at the correct center-to-center distance. Do not secure the cable too tightly as this may damage the cable.
5.3 Center-to-center (C-C) Distance
To determine the approximate c-c distance of the TC cables, the following formula below can be used, or consult with the engineer responsible
for the building construction. To determine the
Since the length will not exactly match a standard TC cable length, select an appropriate combination of cables. Then, proceed to calculate the c
-c distance:
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Planning
Prior to installation, It is recommended to sketch a plan of the layout of the heating system. Cable/Mat locations, sensor placement, junction
boxes, conduits and the location of drains and other obstructions should be noted.
Installing the Cable / Mat
Begin by fastening the heating cable or mat to the mesh reinforcement or rebar using tie-wraps. Do not fix the heating cable of the mat in such
a way that it is compressed or strained - it must be able to move. Unroll the mat up to the point at which it is to be flipped and turned. Use the
figure above for suggestions on how to alter the mat.
Cut the tape using scissors and rotate the mat so that it can be unrolled to cover the area next to the already unrolled mat.
Do not cut the cable! The cable can be carefully detached from the tape and then placed as free cable. This feature can be very useful for
curves and around drains or other obstructions.
Mat Alterations
The TC heating mats can be altered to accommodate drains, obstructions or bends in the layout. By carefully cutting the mat, many patterns and
designs can be created. The figure below illustrates this.
WARNING: DO NOT CUT THE HEATING CABLE.
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