FAK-2 and FAK-2L Elbow Splice Kit
Tubing Bundles
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
FAK-2 and FAK-2L Elbow Splice INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
The FAK 2 and FAK-2L Elbow Splice Kits are designed to make a
waterproof seal over the end of TubeTrace or ThermoTube where
a 90° elbow is required. Review instructions prior to installation.
Kit will make one splice connection. See separate instructions for
details on splicing heating cables.
Receiving, Storing and Handling . . .
1. Inspect materials for damage incurred during shipping.
2. Report damages to the carrier for settlement.
3. Identify parts against the packing list to ensure the proper
type and quantity has been received.
4. Store in a dry location.
FAK 2 and FAK-2L Elbow Splice Kit . . .
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Kit Content . . .
Item Quantity Description
1 1 90° Elbow Splice Cover (Top)
2 1 90° Elbow Splice Cover (Bottom)
3 9/11 PanHead S.S. Screws, #10-32 x 3/4” (FAK-2/FAK-2L)
4 9/11 KEPT S.S. Nuts, #10-32 (FAK-2/FAK-2L)
5 1 Heat Refl ective Tape
6 1 Glass Fiber Tape
7 2 RTV Sealant Tube
Dimensions . . .
A
B
C
A
inch (mm)
FAK-2 8-3/4” (222 mm) 8-3/4” (222 mm) 3-5/8” (92 mm)
FAK-2L 9-5/8” (245 mm) 9-5/8” (245 mm) 3-3/4” (95 mm)
Installation Precautions . . .
• To minimize the potential for arcing and ground-fault protection.
The National Electrical Code (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code
(CEC) require ground-fault protection of equipment for each
branch circuit supplying electric heat tracing.
• Installation must comply with Thermon requirements and be installed in accordance with the NEC, CEC, or any other applicable
national and local codes.
• Component approvals and performance ratings are based on
the use of Thermon specifi ed parts only. User supplied power
connection fi ttings must be listed or certifi ed for intended use.
• De-energize all power sources before opening enclosure.
• Keep ends of heating cable and kit components dry before and
during installation.
• Individuals installing these products are responsible for
complying with all applicable safety and health guidelines.
Proper personal protective equipment, or PPE, should be
utilized during installation. Contact Thermon if you have any
additional questions.
Tools Required . . .
Hacksaw
B
inch (mm)
C
inch (mm)
Screwdriver
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FAK-2 and FAK-2L Elbow Splice INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
Tubing Bundle
Heat Trace
127mm
(5”)
1. Remove approximately 127mm (5”) of outer
jacket and insulation from tubing bundle.
Do not cut or damage the heat trace.
CAUTION
(Found on TubeTrace SE/ME bundles)
CAUTION Do Not
Cut or Damage
Heat Trace.
Cut Tubing
2. Cut tubing being careful not to damage or
cut the heating cable. For splicing two tube
bundles, heater cable must be spliced. Order the
appropriate Heat Trace Splice Kit separately.
Heat Trace
90° Elbow
Tube Fitting
Tubing
3. Cut 1/2” (13mm) off ends of tubing and make
90° elbow tube fi tting connections, provided by
others.
FAK Top
Tubing Bundle
Cut and Remove
Ends to Fit
4.
Wrap tube and heat trace with 1 pass of refl ective
tape (25% overlap).
Splice Cover Top
Splice Cover
Bottom
RTV
Sealant
7. Form a gasket by applying RTV sealant to bottom
half of splice cover and along radius of upper half.
5. Wrap with 3 passes of glass fi ber tape (50%
overlap), or until fi ber tape is equal to original
bundle insulation thickness. Complete with an
additional pass of heat refl ective tape.
Splice Cover
To p
Splice Cover
Bottom
8. Fit tubing bundle to bottom half of cover and
install top half. Screw down firmly. Inspect
ends of tubing splice cover for snug fi t. Apply
additional RTV sealant where needed.
FAK Base
6. Cut top and bottom splice cover ends to match
outside diameter of tubing bundle.
9. Completed FAK-2 kit.
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THERMON . . . The Heat Tracing Specialists
®
100 Thermon Dr. • PO Box 609 • San Marcos, TX 78667-0609
Phone: 512-396-5801 • Facsimile: 512-396-3627
1-800-820-HEAT • In Canada call 1-800-563-8461
Specifi cations and information are subject to change without notice. Form PN50049-0612
For the Thermon offi ce nearest you
visit us at . . .
www.thermon.com
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