WarmlyYours TempZone Floor Heating Cable (Twin) - Manual (Page 24)

Operating Tips SECTION 7
7.1 Operating Tips
7.1.1 When first energized, the TempZone™ Floor Heating Cables may take approximately 1 to 3 hours or more to fully warm
your floor. Heating results will vary depending on climate and building materials.
7.1.2 Energy consumption will vary depending on user preferences. To reduce energy consumption, set the thermostat to a
lower temperature setting or operate for a shorter duration.
7.1.3 Energy consumption can be minimized by turning the system off when floor heat is not required. However, additional time
will be needed for the floor to warm up when the system is turned on again.
7.1.4 WarmlyYours recommends and offers thermostats with a setback option. This option reduces warm-up time by setting the
system to operate at a lower floor temperature, instead of completely turning it off, during the setback period(s).
7.1.5 Avoid placing thick mats, rugs, mattresses, and broad-based or box-bottomed furniture on the heated floor, especially
where the floor temperature sensor is located. These objects restrict the transfer of heat away from the cables and trap heat.
This causes the floor beneath the object to become warmer than other areas in the room. Trapped heat may also cause
discoloration or damage to some floor covering materials.
7.1.6 Avoid using mats with rubber or vinyl backing, as the heat may cause them to decompose and stain the floor covering.
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