Zoo Med RHC-150 User Manual

PROFESSIONAL SERIES

ITEM# RHC-150

INSTRUCTIONS

Congratulations on your purchase of Zoo Med’s
REPTI HEAT CABLE. The following instructions will
assist you with the proper use of this item. Please
read the following instructions carefully. If you
have any questions regarding these instructions
or the proper use of this item, please contact our
customer service department at zoomed@zoomed.
com or by calling [phone] (US and Canada
only). Customers in other countries, please call
[phone].

FEATURES:

• Our longest cable! Designed for use with
reptile “breeding racks” and multiple tank
applications.

• Optimum heat source for creating a
temperature gradient in reptile habitats.

• Easy to install, water resistant. NOTE: Can
be used in high-humidity applications. DO
NOT submerge in water! See complete safety
instructions below.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

IMPORTANT: In order to reduce the
risk of fi res, electric shock, or per­sonal injury, read and save these
instructions prior to operation.

• DO NOT cut or alter the Repti Heat Cable in
any way.

• DO NOT expose the plug to water. DO NOT
submerge the cable in water. Not for use with
aquariums or aquatic habitats.

• DO NOT allow cable to cross over other
strands of cable. DO NOT allow cable runs to
be closer together than 1 ¼” (3cm).

• DO NOT plug this product in with the cables
coiled together as extreme overheating and
possible fi re can occur.

• DO NOT operate the unit with a damaged
cord, plug, or other component. If the cable
shows any signs of damage, discontinue use
immediately.

• DO NOT alter or modify this product. Contact
an electrician if you are unsure about the
electrical connection.

• DO NOT encapsulate the cable or bury in
terrarium substrate.

• Only for use with glass terrariums and reptile
breeding racks according to the manufactur­er’s instructions. Do not use with terrariums
made of plastic, wood, or other material.

• For indoor use only.

• Keep out of reach of children.

POLARIZED: The product has a POLARIZED plug
(one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fi t in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fi t
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fi t, contact a qualifi ed electrician. Do not modify the
plug in any way.

REPTI HEAT CABLE
INSTRUCTIONS:
(all applications)

• Remove the Repti Heat Cable from package
and inspect for any damage to the cable or
plug. If any damage is noticed, return the
product to place of purchase.

• NOTE: The fi rst 2’ (0.6m) of cable from the
plug end is not heated to allow only the
heated portion to be used to heat the habitat.

DO NOT allow the cable to cross itself as
overheating could occur. Always maintain
the minimum safe distance of 1 ¼” (3cm)
between loops or runs of cable to ovoid
overheating and possible fi re!

• Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature
inside the terrarium. Be sure that the tem­perature is within the appropriate range for
your species. Zoo Med’s ReptiTemp
Infrared Thermometer (Item RT-1) is a good
tool for measuring temperatures in different
locations throughout the terrarium.

• If ambient temperatures outside the terrarium
reach 80° F (26 C) or higher, then the heat
cable should be used with an appropriate
thermostat (like Zoo Med’s Hygrotherm™
(Item HT-10) or ReptiTemp
(Item RT-500R).

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RACK SYSTEM
INSTRUCTIONS:

• IMPORTANT: For all rack system installations,
be sure to check with the manufacturer
for specifi c instructions regarding the use
of Zoo Med’s Repti Heat Cable with their
reptile breeding racks. DO NOT allow the

cable to cross itself as overheating could
occur. Always maintain the minimum safe
distance of 1 ¼” (3cm) between loops or
runs of cable to ovoid overheating and
possible fi re!

• The fi rst 2’ (0.6m) of Repti Heat Cable is un­heated. The electrical connection must always
be outside the terrarium. Plug the cable into an
electrical receptacle.

• Carefully monitor the temperatures in your
habitats to be sure that they are safe and
appropriate for the species you are keeping.

OUTSIDE THE TERRARIUM
INSTRUCTIONS:

• This extra-long Repti Heat Cable is great for
use underneath multiple glass terrariums, or
on the outside back wall of glass terrariums.

• Attach the Repti Heat Cable to the terrarium
using small pieces of electrical tape as shown,
taking care to maintain a minimum safe

distance of 1 ¼” between runs of heat
cable. NOTE: If the cable strands are closer

than 1 ¼” (3cm), overheating can occur (see
complete safety instructions)! Avoid sharp
bends of less than ½” (1.3cm) radius.

• The fi rst 2’ (0.6m) of Repti Heat Cable is un­heated. The electrical connection must always
be outside the terrarium. Plug the cable into an
electrical receptacle.

• Check the electrical tape regularly to confi rm
that the cable is still securely taped to the
glass of the terrarium. Check at each cleaning,
or at least monthly and apply new tape as
needed.

• DO NOT allow the edge of the terrarium to
“sit” or rest on the Repti Heat Cable! Always
elevate the terrarium using adhesive feet
(eg. “bump-on” feet) available at hardware
stores. This allows excess heat to escape and
prevents damage to the heat cable, terrarium,
animals, household furniture, etc.

WARRANTY:

Zoo Med Laboratories, Inc. (Zoo Med) warrants
this product to be free of defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for 12
months from the date of purchase. The obligation
under this warranty is limited to the repair or
replacement, at Zoo Med’s discretion, of the product
or any part thereof, when the product is returned
to Zoo Med, freight prepaid. No claim shall be
allowed under this warranty if, in the opinion of Zoo
Med, this product has been subject to accident or
improper usage, including but not limited to: water
damage, improper storage, accidental dropping, etc.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties and
representations express or implied. Please include
your receipt, full name, address, phone number, and
email address along with a note explaining failure
when sending any product back to Zoo Med. Please
allow 4 to 6 weeks for repair or replacement.

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