Chromalox®
Installation Instructions
SERVICE REFERENCE
DIVISION 4 |
| SECTION GS, GT | |
SALES | (Supersedes |
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REFERENCE |
161-562650-001
DATE DECEMBER, 2004
Chromalox Type GS and GT Series
GSL3 or GTL3
GS or GT
GENERAL
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD: This heater is not intended for use in hazardous atmospheres where flammable vapors, gases, liquids, or other com- bustible atmospheres are present as defined in the National Electrical Code. Failure to comply can result in explosion or fire.
Chromalox type GS and GT
Sheath corrosion can result in a ground fault which, depending upon the solution being heated, can cause an explosion or fire
IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the pur- chaser of the heater to make the ultimate choice of sheath material based upon his knowledge of
the chemical composition of the corrosive solu- tion, character of the materials entering the solu- tion, and controls which he maintains on the process. Chromalox cannot warrant any electric immersion heater against failure by sheath corrosion if such failure is the result of operating conditions beyond our control.
1.Heater Construction Characteristics
A.High quality resistance wire held in place by ceramic core and magnesium oxide in various sheath materials.
B.Medium and low watt densities.
C.Epoxy filled cavity to prevent entry of contaminants.
D.
E.Flexible conduit 3’ long with 6” leadwire extension.
The system designer is responsible for the safety of this equipment and should install adequate
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