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Silicone Rubber - SRT
Insulated Fiberglass - FGS, FGH, FWH, and DHT
Insulated Samox - SST, STH, and SWH
M-4407/0511
PN: 10960 Rev C
Heating Cords - HTC
FGS, FGH, FWH, DHT, HTC, SST, STH, SWH, and SRT Series
OMEGALUX™ Flexible Heating Tapes
and Cords
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTACTING OMEGA
Introduction...................................................................
Safety Alert Symbol.......................................................
Important Safety Instructions……………......................
Specifi cations................................................................
Installation.................................…………......................
Troubleshooting Guide……………………………..........
Contacting OMEGA......................................................
Warranty........................................................................
Return Requests / Inquires...........................................
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INTRODUCTION
OMEGALUX™ Flexible Heating Tapes and Cords are constructed of high
quality resistance wire and braided insulation and are designed to provide the
user with long life and high performance. Heating tapes and cords are no
different than any other piece of electrical or laboratory equipment; they are
subject to damage as a result of abuse or misuse. By observing the following
operational guidelines, your OMEGALUX™ Heating Tapes and Cords will provide
years of trouble free operation.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe
personal injury or death
The symbol above is used to call your attention
to instructions concerning your personal safety.
It points out important safety precautions. It
means “ATTENTION! Become Alert! Your
Personal Safety is involved!” Read the
message that follows and be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death
Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury or property damage.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Please read this guide prior to contacting OMEGA. This guide is designed to
answer the most commonly asked questions. If you are unable to identify the
problem or need additional assistance, please contact us at 1-800-USA-HEAT.
PROBLEM SOLUTION(S)
Does not heat Verify heater is connected to proper voltage.
Check to see if there is a resistance reading (not an
open circuit) in heater using an ohm meter.
Circuit breaker is tripping Validate that the circuit breaker is capable of handling
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the amp requirement of heater. The identifi cation
label located on the power cord displays the heater’s
amperage requirement.
Examine heater and cord for any damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A person who has not read
and understood all operating
instructions is not qualifi ed to
operate this product.
Do not immerse heater in liquid.
Keep volatile or combustible
material away from heater when
in use.
Do not use heater in hazardous
locations
Keep sharp metal objects away
from heater.
Failure to observe these warnings
may result in electric shock, risk of
fi re, and personal injury.
End User Must Comply to
the Following:
Only qualifi ed personnel are
allowed to connect the electrical
wiring.
All electrical wiring must follow
local electrical codes and highly
recommend following NEC
Article 427.
Final installation / wiring is to be
inspected by the authority who
has jurisdiction in the area that
the heating blanket is installed.
The end-user is responsible
for providing a suitable
disconnecting device.
The end-user is responsible
for providing suitable electrical
protection device. It is highly
recommended that a ground
fault circuit breaker be used.
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Never handle the heater while it
is in operation; always disconnect
the heater from the power source
and allow to cool prior to handling.
Inspect heater before use.
Do not operate heater without a
temperature control device.
Never connect heating tape to a
controller’s output without
assembling the two separable
plug halves (if applicable).
Never use FGS or SST series
tape on a conductive surface. A
SRT, FGH, FWH, STH, or SWH
series tape should be used only.
Do not use heater with torn or
worn surfaces.
If spillage of foreign matter onto
heater occurs, disconnect from
power source and clean after
heater is allowed to cool.
Never operate a heater without an
appropriate heat sink (device
being heated is considered a heat
sink)
Do not operate heater at
temperatures above rated
temperature value
Fasten heater to device using
approved methods only
Do not repair damaged or faulty
heaters.
Do not crush or apply severe
physical stress on heater or cord
assembly.
Do not place plug close to heating
surface.
Unplug heater when not in use.
Failure to observe these warnings may
result in personal injury or damage to
the heater.
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Type of Flexible
Heating Tape
FGH Series: Heavy
Insulated Heating Tape
FGS Series: Standard
Insulated Heating Tape
FWH Series: Wide
Heavy Insulated
Heating Tape
HTC Series: Heating
Cords
SRT Series: Silicone
Rubber Heating Tape
SST Series: High
Temperature Standard
Insulated Heating Tape
STH Series: High
Temperature Heavy
Insulated Heating Tape
SWH Series: Wide
High Temperature
Heavy Insulated
Heating Tape
DHT Series: Dual
Element Heavy
Insulated Heating Tape
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum
Exposure
Temperature
900°F (482°C) 8.6 (0.013) Fiberglass Yes No
900°F (482°C) 8.6 (0.013) Fiberglass No No
900°F (482°C) 5.1 (0.008) Fiberglass Yes No
900°F (482°C) 1.8 (0.003) Fiberglass Yes No
450°F (232°C) 4.3 (0.007)
1400°F (760°C) 13.1 (0.020) SAMOX
1400°F (760°C) 13.1 (0.020) SAMOX
1400°F (760°C) 7.7 (0.012) SAMOX
1400°F (760°C) 13.1 (0.020) Fiberglass Yes Y es
Nominal Watts
per Square
Inch (mm)
Outer
Sheath
Material
Silicone
Rubber
Suitable for
Conductive
Surfaces
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Dual
Element
Yes No
No NO
Yes No
Yes No
INSTALLATION
Ensure the heating tape is not kinked, twisted, or any portion of the tape hanging
free from the surface (B). Do not overlap heating tape on itself (C).
Attach the heating tape to the surface by using aluminum tape, fi berglass tape, or
a mechanical clamping devices which will not cause damage to the heating tape.
B.) Incorrect Installation:
Heating tape hanging free from the surface
C.) Incorrect Installation:
Heating tape overlapped on itself
STEP 3
Connecting your heating tape to a power supply:
1. Your heating tape must be connected to an external control device. The heater
must not be operated without some form of temperature control.
Your heater is designed to operate at a specifi c voltage. Refer to the label on the
heater for proper operating voltage and wattage information. Failure to operate the
heater at the specifi ed rating could result in overheating of the heating tape, the
surface being heated or personal injury. Also note that too low of a supply of
voltage will result in under heating.
All electrical connections must be made by qualifi ed personnel and in accordance
with all applicable codes and regulations.
2. Ensure the heater is protected by a properly sized circuit breaker or fuse.
Read and understand this entire manual before operating this electric heater.
STEP 1
Remove heater from box. Make visual inspection of heater. Do not use if torn or
damaged.
STEP 2
Installing your heating tape: The fl exible heating tape can be installed on both
a fl at and / or curved surface. For a fl at surface, lay the heating tape onto the
surface to be heated. For a curved surface, wrap the heating tape onto the
surface to be heated (A). The length of one entire side of the heating tape must
be in full contact with the surface.
A.) Proper Installation
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3. Use of a ground fault circuit interrupter is highly recommended and maybe
required.
4.(A) If heating tape came with a plug:
Plug power cord into appropriate controller.
4.(B) If heating tape did not come with a plug:
Two wires (same color) should be connected to the power source (or
temperature control device) directly, through a junction box, or to a connector that
is mated to a receptacle connected to the power source. Heating Tapes are
non-polarized, allowing either wire to be connected to the neutral or hot.
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