Raychem RayClic-PC, RayClic-PS, RayClic-PT Installation Instructions Manual

RayClic

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with HWAT, IceStop,

and XL-Trace heating
cables.
CL I, Div. 2, Gr. A,B,C,D

Hazardous Locations
with GM-XT only.

WARNING:

Do not open while energized

Shock Hazard

718K Pipe Heating Cable
also Listed De-icing and

Snow Melting Equipment

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RayClic Connection System

RayClic-PCPowerConnectionandEndSealKit
RayClic-PSPoweredSpliceandEndSealKit
RayClic-PTPoweredTeeandEndSealKit

Installation Instructions

Description

These kits are for use with Raychem IceStop, XL-Trace and HWAT heating
cables. The connection is designed to be strapped to the pipe or mounted
on the wall at the start of the heating cable circuit. These installation
instructions should be used in conjunction with the IceStop, XL-Trace
and HWAT System Installation and Operation Manuals. For technical
support, contact your Tyco Thermal Controls representative or call Tyco
Thermal Controls [phone].

Tools Required

• Utility knife • Wire cutters

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• TORX

T20 screw driver • Wrenches (2)

Additional UL Listed or CSA Certified materials required:

• 1/2-inch conduit and fittings • Junction box

Optional Accessories (not included in this kit):

• RayClic-SB-02 Wall mounting bracket

Approvals

718K Pipe Heating Cable
877Z De-Icing and Snow Melting
Not UL Listed with XL-Trace
heating cable for buried piping.

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KitContents
RayClic-PCPowerConnectionKit

Item Qty Description Item Qty Description

A 1 Power connection D 1 Clip
B 1 Pipe mounting bracket E 1 End seal

C 2 Plastic cable ties F 4 Labels

Snow Melting, 2 Warning)

G 1 Cable lubricant

RayClic-PSPoweredSpliceKit

Item Qty Description Item Qty Description

A 1 Powered splice D 2 Clips
B 1 Pipe mounting bracket E 2 End seals

C 2 Plastic cable ties F 4 Labels

Snow Melting, 2 Warning)

G 1 Cable lubricant

RayClic-PTPoweredTeeKit

Item Qty Description Item Qty Description

A 1 Powered splice D 3 Clips
B 1 Pipe mounting bracket E 3 End seals

C 2 Plastic cable ties F 4 Labels

Snow Melting, 2 Warning)

G 1 Cable lubricant

This component is an electrical device that must be
installed correctly to ensure proper operation and to
prevent shock or fire. Read these important warnings
and carefully follow all the installation instructions.

• Tominimizethedangeroffirefromsustainedelectrical

arcing if the heating cable is damaged or improperly
installed, and to comply with the requirements of Tyco
Thermal Controls, agency certifications, and national

• Buswireswillshortiftheycontacteachother.Keep

• Keepcomponentsandheatingcableendsdrybefore

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(1 HWAT, 1 De-Icing &

A B C ED F

(1 HWAT, 1 De-Icing &

A B C ED F

(1 HWAT, 1 De-Icing &

A B C ED F

electrical codes, ground-fault equipment protection
must be used. Arcing may not be stopped by conven­tional circuit breakers.

bus wires separated.

and during installation.

For HWAT, IceStop, and XL-Trace only
Hazardous Locations: For IceStop (GM-XT) only
Class I, Div. 2, Groups A,B,C,D

• Theblackheatingcablecoreisconductiveandcan

short. It must be properly insulated and kept dry.

• Componentapprovalsandperformancearebasedon

the use of Tyco Thermal Controls-specified parts only.
Do not use substitute parts or vinyl electrical tape.

• Leavetheseinstructionswithenduserforreference

and future use.

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RayClic-PC, RayClic-PS, RayClic-PT Installation Instructions

If you experience difficulty during installation, refer to the “Troubleshooting Guide” on page 7.

Power Connection, Splice and Tee Installation

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• Using the plastic cable ties, attach* the bracket to the pipe.

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* For roof-mounted applications,

follow steps 3 through 9 (pages 2–4),

then turn to “Roof Installation” on page 5.

• For the RayClic-PS powered splice and the RayClic-PT powered

tee, fold up two center snaps, then position the connector over the
snaps and press down.

• For the RayClic-PC power connection, fold up the four outer snaps,

then position the connector over the snaps and press down.

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• Allow enough extra heating cable to make service loops as required.

• Make sure the end of the heating cable is cut clean.

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• Score around and down the outer jacket of the heating cable
3 1/8 inches from the end.

3 1/8 "

Do not cut through

metal braid or

inner jacket.

• Remove the outer jacket.

• Place the metal clip over the base of the exposed braid.

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RayClic-PC, RayClic-PS, RayClic-PT Installation Instructions

IceStop and XL-TraceHWAT

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1"

HWAT Only

• Using wire cutters, cut away 1-inch of the braid.

• Pull exposed braid back over metal clip.

• Using wire cutters, cut away aluminum wrap.

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• Apply a small amout of lubricant to the

jacket surface near the end of the cable.

IceStop and XL-Trace Only

• Pull exposed braid back over metal clip.

• Avoid using large amounts of lubricant
on the exposed end of the cable.

8

• Insert prepared heating cable
end into connector. Push until heating

cable is fully inserted and end is visible
through opening in connection cover plate.

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• For HWAT only:

Apply HWAT label on
insulated hot water tank.

Note: RayClic connection kits are designed to be installed only
once; the heating cable cannot be removed once installed.