Thermon FAK-9 - Manual (Page 2)

FAK-9: Bulkhead Entry Heat Shrink for Tubing Bun dles
The FAK-9: Bulkhead Entry Heat Shrink is designed to make
one bulkhead entry into an enclosure or shelter. See separate
instructions for details on terminating heat tracing.
Installation Precautions . . .
• Keep ends of tube bundles, heat tracing and kit components dry
before and during installation.
• For SE/ME electrically heated tubing de-energize all power
sources before addressing circuit termination and power
connection.
• Component approvals and performance ratings are based on
the use of Thermon specifi ed parts only. User supplied power
connection fi ttings must be listed or certifi ed for intended use.
• To minimize any risk of arcing in TubeTrace SE/ME bundles, The
National Electrical Code (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code
(CEC) require ground-fault protection of equipment for each
branch circuit supplying electric heat tracing.
• Installation must comply with Thermon requirements and be
installed in accordance with all applicable national and local codes.
• Individuals installing these products are responsible for complying
with all applicable safety and health guidelines. Proper Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) should be utilized during installation.
For additional information, contact Thermon.
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Tools Required . . .
Heat Gun
The following installation procedures are guidelines for the
installation of FAK-9, FAK-9S, FAK-9L, and FAK-9XL Bulkhead Entry
Heat Shrink kits. See Sizing Chart below.
Receiving, Storing and Handling . . .
1. Upon receiving, check to make sure the proper type has been
received.
2. Inspect for any damage incurred during shipping.
3. Report all damages to the carrier for settlement.
4. Identify parts against the packing list to ensure the proper
type and quantity has been received.
5. Store in a dry location.
FAK-9: Bulkhead Entry Heat Shrink . . .
Item Quantity Description
1 1 FAK-9 Bulkhead Entry Heat Shrink Flange Assembly
2 1 FAK-9 Bulkhead Entry Heat Shrink Flange Nut
3 1 FAK-9 Bulkhead Entry Heat Shrink Flange Nut O-Ring
2 1 3
FAK-9: Bulkhead Entry Heat Shrink Contents. . .
Catalog
No.
“A”
Overall
Nom. Length
in. (mm)
“B”
TubeTrace
Max. O.D.
in. (mm)
“C”
I.D. After
Shrinkage
in. (mm)
“D”
Hole
Size
in. (mm)
FAK-9S 4.00 (101.6) 1.60 (40.6) 0.75 (19.0) 2 (51.0)
FAK-9 4.75 (120.7) 2.10 (53.3) 0.75 (19.0) 2.5 (64.0)
FAK-9L 7.00 (177.8) 2.90 (73.4) 1.43 (36.3) 3.5 (89.0)
FAK-9LX 11.50 (292.1) 3.75 (95.0) 1.50 (38.1) 4.5 (115.0)
FAK-9: Sizing and Selection Chart. . .