Chromalox Chroma-FP2 Installation & Operation Manual - Page 4
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Introduction
The Chroma-FP Series power boxes offer smart
and easy control for HEAT TRACING SYSTEMS.
It can operate one heating zones.
Typical applications include pipes,
valves and gutters.
The backlit LCD screen provides full interface
and information to the system status.
Chroma-FP General system layout
Operating panel
Aquastat sensor (option)
ON
Chroma-FP
The Chroma-FP offers various operating and
programming options such as:
• Switchable temperature scales (°F or °C)
• Adjustable Lower ambient temperature limit to stop
• Both Automatic and Manual modes heater (lockout)
• Energy saving temperature limit
• Commissioning/Test environment
• Adjustable heater hold on off delay
Temperature sensor
Zone 1
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Chroma-FP Series Installation
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY WARNINGS CAREFULLY BEFORE
INSTALLING AND USING THE CONTROLLER AND SAVE IT FOR FUTURE USE.
Installation Notes
1. Familiarize yourself with the markings,
warnings, components and terminology.
2. The Chroma-FP power boxes and its
accessories must be installed by a qualified
electrician in accordance with local
regulations and the requirements of the NEC
(NFPA 72 ) and the CEC part 1.
Ensure the power is disconnect from all
circuits before mounting the power box
and making any connections. Contact with
components carrying hazardous voltage
can cause electric shock and may result
in severe personal injury or death.
3. Installer must ensure the installation of
approved disconnect means, for all power
supply circuits feeding this unit.
4. The power boxes are suitable for indoor wall
mount installation only.
5. Ensure wiring according to the provided
schematics using copper conductors only.
Pipe
Sensor
6. Make sure the wire gauge (AWG) is suitable
for the circuit amperage draw, as specified
Heater
in the NEC/CEC table 1.
7. Ensure that the main breakers (fuses)
are suitable for the heating systems rating
(80% load).
8. Grounding means must comply with local
regulations and CEC/NEC.
9. Ensure that the heating system/de-icing
system connected to this unit complies with
the UL 499 or UL 515 & CSA 22.2 # 130.3
standard and is certified / listed by an NRTL.
10. Ensure that all wiring is rated for the
application at 60°C (140°F as per UL 515
CSA 22.2 #130 clause 12 table 12.1.)
11. Beware that any holes punched for conduit
are to compromise the integrity of the
enclosure ratings.
Ground Fault Equipment Protector (GFEP)
1. The ground fault interrupter/residual
current detector installed in this system
is a Non class A GFCI, intended for
equipment protection.
2. Familiar yourself with its operation and
required setting.
3. The GFEP should be tested monthly.
Please refer to the GFEP testing instructions.
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