MATEC Electric Heating Systems - Installation Instruction
For Heating Mats: Single-side Power Supply MOJ / Two-side Power Supply MOD 150 W/m²
And Floor Heating Sets: Standard ZOD / Standard ZOJ Plus with Heating Mat 150 W/m²
Description
MATEC heating mats, available in single-side (MOJ 150W/m²) and two-side (MOD 150W/m²) power supply versions, are designed for heating floors constructed with thin concrete topping. They provide a "warm floor" effect and can serve as the primary heating system in well-insulated buildings. Mats are sold separately or in sets. Standard mat dimensions are 0.5 m width and up to 30 m length. Heating cables are affixed to a plastic mesh using adhesive tapes. Multiple mats can be installed in a room, connected in parallel.
Heating Mat Set Includes:
- Heating mat (MOJ / MOD 150W/m²)
- Protective corrugated pipe for power supply cable
- Electrical junction box
- Mounting instruction with Warranty Card
Standard ZOD Set Includes:
- Two-side powered heating mat (MOD 150W/m²)
- Temperature controller RTS-01A
- Protective corrugated pipe for temperature controller with a hole plug
- Protective corrugated pipe for power supply cable
- Electrical junction box
- Mounting instruction with Warranty Card
Standard Plus ZOJ Set Includes:
- Single-side powered heating mat (MOJ 150W/m²)
- Temperature controller RTP-01
- Protective corrugated pipe for temperature controller with a hole plug
- Protective corrugated pipe for power supply cable
- Electrical junction box
- Mounting instruction with Warranty Card
General Device Information: The device is designed for single-phase installation and must comply with local standards. Connection should follow this manual. Installation, connection, and control must be performed by qualified electricians. Tampering with the casing can lead to electric shock and void the warranty. Ensure cables are de-energized before installation. A 3.5 mm cruciform head screwdriver is recommended. Improper handling, storage, or use may cause malfunction. Do not install if parts are missing, damaged, or deformed. Contact the producer for malfunctions.
The symbol ♻️ indicates selective collection of electrical and electronic equipment. Used equipment should not be disposed of with general waste.
Temperature Controller Choice
The temperature controller is crucial for managing floor or air temperature and connecting the Heating Mat to the electrical installation. The choice depends on the application:
- For floor warming where floor temperature control is desired, use a controller with a floor sensor.
- For primary heating, use a controller with an air sensor and a floor sensor to prevent overheating.
Select a controller compatible with the total power of the connected mat(s). Controllers can maintain constant temperature or offer programmable schedules.
Cautions
- Follow the Heating Mat Installation Manual during installation.
- Follow the Thermoregulator Installation Manual for temperature controller installation.
- Do not drill holes in the subfloor or insert plugs/screws for fastening.
- The heating unit must not be mounted on a non-uniform base.
- Ensure the sub-floor is free of dust and sharp elements.
- Do not install the mat if the ambient temperature is below 5°C.
- Do not cut or shorten the heating cable or its power supply connection. The mesh can be cut. Only the power supply cable can be shortened.
- Protect the mat from excessive strain and sharp objects.
- Do not place mats on bases with fixed arrangements (e.g., under showers or baths).
- Keep the Heating Mat at least 50 cm away from other heat sources.
- Measure the mat's resistance twice: after laying on the sub-floor and after applying adhesive/concrete.
- Create a schema or take photos of the mat layout, power supply cable, and the connection point of the heating cable with the "cold joint". These are part of the as-built documentation.
- The heating unit must be supplied via a TN-S electric circuit with an RCD (residual-current device) rated below 30 mA. Surge protection is recommended.
Connection Schema
The diagram illustrates the connection of the Heating Mat to the electrical installation via a temperature controller. It shows the path of power from the mains through a Residual Current Device (RCD) to the heating mat. The connections involve Live (L, typically black/brown wire), Neutral (N, typically blue wire), and Protective Earth (PE, typically green-yellow wire). The schema also indicates the presence of a shield (Cu shield) for the heating cable, particularly relevant for two-side powered mats.
Single-side power supply connection:
The connection involves the RCD, L, N, and PE lines going to the heating mat's power supply conductor. The shield is connected to PE.
Two-side power supply connection:
The connection involves the RCD, L, N, and PE lines. The heating cable has conductors at both ends, with a shield connected to PE.
Connection of the Heating Mat with a temperature controller in a junction box should follow the specific instructions provided with the temperature controller.
Remarks:
- The heating cable is not detachable and cannot be exchanged. Damage to this conductor renders the equipment useless. The power supply conductor can be shortened as needed for controller mounting.
- This device is not intended for use by individuals (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or those lacking experience or knowledge, unless supervised by a responsible person or instructed according to the manual.
- Ensure children do not play with the device.
Technical Data
| MAT | MOJ 150 W/m² | MOD 150 W/m² |
|---|---|---|
| Rated voltage: | 230V~ / 50Hz | |
| Unit power: | 150 W/m² | |
| Operating temperature: | 80 °C | |
| Power supply: | single-side | two-side |
| Heating cable: | two-wire with a shield, heating cable ended with power supply conductor at one end | single wire with a shield, heating cable ended with power supply conductors at both ends |
Caution: Heating Mat resistance value may vary by -5% / +10% from the nominal resistance value.
Installation
- Measure the surface area to be heated before purchase.
- Select a mat appropriate for the surface area and intended application.
- Unpack all components and visually inspect them.
- Create a schema or take photos of the planned mat layout in the room. Mark the location for the junction box for the temperature controller, power supply, and floor sensor, including their cables within flexible protection conduits. (Refer to Fig. 1 for layout examples).
- Check the mat's resistance against the value indicated on the label.
- Mount the junction box according to the schema. The temperature controller will be installed there later.
- Run a three-wire power supply cable to the junction box.
- Prepare the junction box base to connect two protection corrugated pipes: one for the mat's supply cable and one for the floor temperature sensor. Create grooves in the wall and sub-floor for these pipes. Pipes should not be bent at a 90° angle. The minimum recommended bending radius is five times the outer diameter of the pipe (Refer to Fig. 2). The temperature controller's protection pipe should be positioned directly beneath the Heating Mat. The sensor, exiting the protection pipe, must be secured with a hole plug and placed in the center between two heating wire sections, at least 0.5 m from the heating zone edge (Refer to Fig. 3).
- Feed the temperature controller and its cable through the protection corrugated pipe and secure with a hole plug.
- Ensure the sub-floor is level and free of dust and sharp elements before placing the mat.
- Position the Heating Mat on the concrete sub-floor according to the prepared layout scheme. Place the mat under any "cold joints" or power supply cables that are thicker than the mat. Chisel the sub-floor if necessary to maintain a level surface. Route cables and power supply cables in protection conduits to the junction box. Use a cable puller (e.g., ".PILOT..") if needed. Avoid pulling or stretching wires to prevent damage to the "cold joint" connection. After laying the mat, measure the resistance of the heating and power supply cables and record it on the Warranty Card.
- Apply adhesive/concrete, tiles, or other floor covering. The heating cable, power supply cable, and protection corrugated pipes must be fully covered by at least 5 mm of adhesive/concrete.
- After the floor is laid and before connecting to the electrical installation, repeat the mat resistance measurement using the temperature controller. For two-side power supply mats, also check screen continuity. Record the results on the Warranty Card.
- Heating Mat connection to the electrical installation must be performed by a qualified electrician, strictly adhering to current IEE wiring regulations and installations.
Operation: The heating system operation involves switching on the temperature controller and adjusting the temperature.
Warranty
MATEC electric heating systems (heating mats, temperature controllers) manufactured and supplied by ZAMEL Sp. z o.o. comply with current standards and Polish regulations. The warranty covers all MATEC products provided they are stored, transported, installed, and operated according to regulations.
A 10-year warranty is provided for MATEC heating mats, and a 2-year warranty for temperature controllers. The warranty covers manufacturer defects.
General Warranty Conditions and Claim Consideration by ZAMEL Sp. z o.o.
- ZAMEL Sp. z o.o. guarantees MATEC products. Warranty periods are 10 years for Heating Mats and 2 years for temperature controllers, commencing from the product's sale date by ZAMEL Sp. z o.o. Proof of purchase (invoice) is required.
- ZAMEL Sp. z o.o. will process claims at its discretion.
- Claims must be submitted in writing to an Authorized Point or ZAMEL Sp. z o.o., accompanied by an invoice (or its details) and a properly completed Warranty Card. Claims will be considered within 14 working days of proper notification.
- The Warranty Card must include an installation schema or photo of the Heating Mat layout, detailing:
- Mat layout with distances from walls and permanent units.
- Position of the temperature controller and power supply cables (with distances).
- Claim consideration occurs after the product is completely installed. ZAMEL Sp. z o.o. may conduct inspections and measurements at the installation site. If ZAMEL Sp. z o.o. is not the manufacturer or if the claim is deemed invalid, the purchaser will bear all associated costs.
- Under warranty, damaged products will be repaired or replaced free of charge by ZAMEL Sp. z o.o.
- The manufacturer's warranty is void in the following cases:
- Unauthorized modifications by the purchaser or third parties.
- Mechanical damage to the device.
- Incorrect power supply.
- Electrical installation not compliant with current IEE wiring regulations.
- Damage caused by incorrect product mounting not following the MATEC Installation Manual.
- For claims by indirect purchasers, the purchaser must submit the claim to the supplier from whom the product was purchased.
CAUTION: The electrician is obligated to provide the user with as-built documents and a fully completed Warranty Card.
Warranty Card
Installation Place:
Post code, city/town: [ ]
Street, Home/Flat No: [ ]
Telephone: [ ]
Details of Installation (Filled by the Electrician):
Electrician Name/Surname: [ ]
Telephone: [ ]
No. of a Certified Electrician / Expire date of a Certified Electrician: [ ]
Installation date: [ ]
Resistance measurement results of the Heating Mat:
After the mat was laid (before floor covering) [Ω]: [ ]
Screen continuity (refers to MOD mats): [ ]
Before temperature controller installation (after floor covering) [Ω]: [ ]
Signature / stamp: [ ]
Place for the Heating Mat label
No. of a Certified Electrician
