FAK-1: Split Bulkhead Entry Kit for Tubing Bundles

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FAK-1: Split Bulkhead Entry KitThe following installation procedures are suggested guidelines forthe installation of the FAK-1: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 propertype and quantity has been received.4. Store in dry location.Dimensions . . .7-1/2”1-3/4”3”FAK-1: Split Bulkhead Entry Kit . . .5-1/4”5-1/4”1256834If Electrically Heat Traced• To minimize the potential for arcing on electric heat tracing andfi re caused by product damage or improper installation useground-fault protection, the National Electrical Code (NEC) andCanadian Electrical Code (CEC) require ground-fault protection ofequipment for each branch circuit supplying electric heat tracing.• Installation must comply with Thermon requirements and beinstalled in accordance with applicable national and local codes.• Component approvals and performance ratings are based onthe use of Thermon specifi ed parts only. User supplied powerconnection fi ttings must be listed or certifi ed for intended use.• De-energize all power sources before opening enclosure.• Keep ends of bundles, heat tracing and kit components dry beforeand during installation.7FAK-1: Bulkhead Kit Contents . . .• Individuals installing these products are responsible forcomplying with all applicable safety and health guidelines.Proper personal protective equipment, or PPE, should beutilized during installation. Contact Thermon if you have anyadditional questions.Item Quantity Description1 1 Bulkhead Entry Cover (Top)2 1 Bulkhead Entry Cover (Bottom)3 4 Pan-Head S.S. Screws, #10-32 x .754 4 Kept S.S. Nuts, #10-325 1 Heat Refl ective Tape6 1 Glass Fiber Tape7 3 RTV Sealant Tube8 1 U-Bolt, Washers and NutsTools Required . . .HacksawScrewdriverPliers1
INSTALLATION PROCEDURESTubing BundleInsulationInsulationTubingHeat Trace(if Included)Cut as RequiredBussConnectionTubingHeat TracingSelf-Regulating Heat Tracing305mm -381mm(12” - 15”)TubingBus ConnectionIndentations(Zone Heater Only)Zone Type Heat Tracing305mm -381mm(12” - 15”)1. Strip back bundle insulation 38mm (1-1/2”) to76mm (3”) beyond bus connection heat tracing.If bus connection indentation is less than 305mm(12”)-381mm (15”) from end of the heat tracing,proceed stripping the bundle insulation to the nextindentation.2. Trim heat tracing to within 305mm - 381mm (12”- 15”) of the end of the insulation. If self regulatingheat trace proceed to step 3. For Zone-type heat tracecontinue with indentification of bus connection onstep 2a.2a. Strip back bundle insulation 38mm (1 1/2”) to76mm(3”) beyond bus connection heat tracing.If bus connection indentation is less than 305mm(12”)-381mm (15”) from end of the heat tracing,proceed stripping the bundle insulation to the nextindentation.FAK-1Top CoverRTVSealant10-32x .75 PanHead ScrewsFAK-1Bottom CoverFAK-1Top Cover10-32 KeptNutsFAK-1Bottom Cover3. Form a gasket by applying RTV sealant to bottomhalf of Bulkhead Entry cover and along radius ofupper half.4. Fit tubing bundle to bottom half of cover and installtop half. Screw down fi rmly.5. Inspect ends of tubing cover for snug fi t. Applyadditional RTV sealant where needed.Drilled holefor bundleentryDrilled holesfor U-Boltentry3/16” holes forsecuring FAK-1to bulkhead(Field Drilled)6. Drill hole matching bundle diameter into bulkhead.Mark location for U-Bolt entry and drill 1/4”(7mm) holes through bulkhead.7. Pre-drill FAK-1 with 3/16” (5mm) holes forsecuring FAK-1 to bulkhead.RTV Sealant8. Apply RTV bead to back of FAK-1 fl ange prior tosecuring to bulkhead.2
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