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

APPROVED

(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.

2A

* 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.

32B

• 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.

6A

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

IceStop and XL-TraceHWAT

6B

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.

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• 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.

Moisture

seal

Moisture
seal

Moisture
seal

Moisture
seal

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

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Tighten the screws
until the metal top
surface is at the
same height as the
inner clear plastic
module.

• Securely tighten the two connection screws, alternating as they are

being tightened.

• For Powered Splice and Tee kits, repeat steps 3 through 8 for all

remaining heating cable entries.

WARNING: Firehazard.Loosescrewscancauseexcessive
heating.Besurescrewsarefullytightened.

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• Close the lid and snap the lever shut. Do not force lid closed; if lid does

not close, check the connection to ensure all screws are fully tightened.

• Tighten the nuts on the heating cable entries until grommets are com­pressed.

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Power Connection

• To prevent damage to heat­ing cables, protect from
sharp cladding edges.

• To prevent water ingress, seal

the heating cable where it
penetrates the insulation.

• Using glass cloth tape,

• Using two wrenches, attach user-supplied 1/2-inch conduit.
To avoid breaking housing, do not exceed 15 ft-lbs of torque.
Broken connectors must be replaced.

13B 13C

• Using glass cloth tape,
attach heating cable to pipe.

• Apply insulation, cladding and warning labels.

• Terminate power wiring in user-supplied junction box.

Powered Splice

• To prevent damage to heating cables,

protect from sharp cladding edges.

• To prevent water ingress, seal the heating

cable where it penetrates the insulation.

• Apply insulation, cladding and warning labels.

• Terminate power wiring in user-supplied junction box.

• Using glass cloth tape,

• Apply insulation, cladding and warning labels.

• Terminate power wiring in user-supplied junction box.

attach heating cable to pipe.

Powered Tee

• To prevent damage to heating cables,

protect from sharp cladding edges.

• To prevent water ingress, seal the heating

cable where it penetrates the insulation.

attach heating cable to pipe.

RayClic-SB-02

Drip
loop

Roof Installation

1 2

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

• Mount flat (wall mounting) bracket under eaves by installing screws

through the center holes.

Do not mount in gutter or where it may be immersed in water.

3 4

• Connect heating cable as
detailed in steps 3 through
9 (pages 2–4).

RayClic-PC

• Position attachment clips on mounting bracket based on the type of

the connector being installed.

• Attach the connector to the mounting bracket

by pressing until it snaps in place.

• Complete heating cable installation and install

a drip loop as shown.

• Protect heating cable from sharp edges.

RayClic-PS

and RayClic-PT

5

• Connect user-supplied 1/2-inch conduit
by following step 11 on page 4.

• Apply Electric De-Icing and Snow

Melting label on or near junction box.

Power Connection

1"

1"

IceStop and XL-Trace

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

End Seal Installation

1

• Score around and down the outer
jacket 1-inch from the end.

• Remove the outer jacket.

• Do not cut or damage the inner jacket.

2

• Remove exposed braid.

HWAT

2A

• Using wire cutters, cut away aluminum wrap

close to braid and outer jacket.

IceStop and XL-Trace

3

• Push end seal completely onto heating cable.

Note: The end seal is designed to be
installed only once; it cannot be removed from the

heating cable once installed. Do not use until ready

for final installation.

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

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Solution

Braidclipsaremissing. The braid clips are attached to the cardboard packing insert under the lid. The braid clips must be used to

ensure a ground connection. If clips are missing or lost, call Tyco Thermal Controls at [phone].

Mounting bracket is missing. A pipe mounting bracket is supplied with the Power Connection, Powered Splice and Powered Tee kits. A

wall mounting bracket or additional pipe mounting bracked may be ordered using one of the catalog num­bers listed under “Optional Accessories” on the front page of these instructions when you place your order.

Connector does not snap onto bracket. The bracket has two sets of attachment clips. Fold up the four outer clips for the Power Connection

kit. Fold up only the center clips for the Powered Splice and Powered Tee kits.

Heating cable type not mentioned. RayClic connection kits are approved for use only with Raychem HWAT, XL-Trace, and IceStop heat-

ing cables. Do not use with other heating cables.

Braidclipdoesnotfit. Be sure the clip is installed on the metal braid, not on the outer jacket.

Heating cable does not have Only HWAT heating cables have the aluminum wrap under the braid. Skip the aluminum wrap
aluminum wrap. removal step for XL-Trace and IceStop heating cables.

Heating cable cannot be Check for the following:
inserted into connector. • Apply cable lubricant to the heating cable primary (white) jacket.

• Outer jacket strip length is 3 1/8-inches.

• Braid clip is installed on top of the metal braid, not on the outer jacket.

• Braid is pulled back over braid clip.

• For HWAT, 1-inch of braid is removed.

• Sealing nut is loose (but not removed).

• Connection screws are loose.

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Lid does not close. Be sure all screws are fully tightened before closing the lid.

Heating cable cannot be The outer jacket must be removed from the heating cable before the end seal is installed (see the
inserted into end seal. “End Seal Installation” instructions on page 6). Make sure 1-inch of the outer jacket, braid, and alumi-

num wrap (HWAT only) are removed.

Heating cable cannot be removed. The power connection and end seal are designed to be installed only once; the heating cable cannot be

removed once installed. Additional RayClic -E end seals can be ordered from Tyco Thermal Controls.

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

Heating Cable Circuit Testing

The RayClic Power Connection Kits (RayClic-PC, RayClic-PS and RayClic-PT) now include test ports in the blank module. Voltage can measured at

these points to confirm continuity or power to the installed heating cable circuit. For detail heating cable operation refer to the appropriate installation
and operating manual.

Instructions:

1. Open the RayClic Cover.

2. Set multimeter to AC voltage function.

3. Insert multimeter test probes into the two test ports.

WARNING: To avoid shock do not cross the test

probes or touch them to the metal pressure plate when
measuring voltage.

Test
ports

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Canada
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Canada K8V 5S2
Tel: [phone]

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Tyco, HWAT, IceStop, RayClic, and XL-Trace are registered and/or unregistered trademarks

of Tyco Thermal Controls LLC or its affiliates.

TORX is a registered trademark of Textron., Inc.

Important: All information, including illustrations, is believed to be reliable. Users, however,

should independently evaluate the suitability of each product for their particular application.
Tyco Thermal Controls makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the
information, and disclaims any liability regarding its use. Tyco Thermal Controls’ only obli­gations are those in the Tyco Thermal Controls Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale for
this product, and in no case will Tyco Thermal Controls or its distributors be liable for any

incidental, indirect, or consequential damages arising from the sale, resale, use, or misuse

of the product. Specifications are subject to change without notice. In addition, Tyco Thermal

Controls reserves the right to make changes—without notification to Buyer—to processing

or materials that do not affect compliance with any applicable specification.

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