Ouellet OWS - Manual (Page 9)

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Construction planning
Installation of the OWS-T heating cable system for snow melting is only one step in the construction of a surface
to be heated. It is therefore important that all trade professionals involved in the various construction steps
be informed of the heating cable system installation instructions and made aware of precautions to be taken
throughout the entire project.
The quality of the coating material and granular base must be compliant with construction standards. All work
must be done according to good engineering practices so as to ensure the long-term structural stability of the
surface to be heated. Settling, cracking or crumbling of the coating could damage the cable.
Improper installation that could result in a breakage or malfunctioning of the cable will not be covered by the
warranty (see Section 7 for warranty conditions).
Work stages should be planned so the cable does not remain uncovered between the installation and the coating
stages. If the project encounters any delay between these stages, special precautions should be taken to mechani-
cally protect the cable against any breakage.
Installation photographs should be taken before embedding the heating cable. They will serve as a reminder for
the installation of any future elements and the detection of any breakage.
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Damaged cables may cause an electrical arc or fire.
Do not energize a damaged cable.
CAUTION!
Do not roll over uncovered cables with any equipment.
Special precautions should be taken while walking over the cable
and while handling sharp tools during the installation process.
CAUTION!
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