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Power Connection Kit
INSTALLATION PROCEDURESTHERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit

For Power Connection, In-Line Splice Connection, T-Splice Connection or End Termination Applications

Terminator™ ZP-XP

The following installation procedures are suggested guidelines for the installation of the Terminator ZP-XP Kit. For translations other than English and local language translation provided here, please contact Thermon. The English language installation procedure shall govern.

Kit Contents

THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - Kit Contents

Item Quantity Description
1 1 Expediter Assembly
Support Cap with 0-Ring
Threaded Grommet Compressor Grommet
Support Base with 0-Ring
2 1 Junction Box Lid
3 1 Junction Box Base with 0-Ring and M25 Dust Cap
4 1 Nut
5 1 Banding
6 1 Banding Guide
7 1 Terminal Blocks with DIN Rail
(Refer to terminal specifications for maximum allowable wire size)
8 1 Junction Box Cord
9 1 Blind Plug

Order Separately

PETK Power and End Termination Kits (per cable)

PETK-1 for RSX, VSX-HT, BSX
PETK-2 for KSX, HTSX, USX
PETK-3 for HPT, FP

Specific Conditions of Use
Avoid electrostatic charge. Clean only with damp cloth.

Dimensions

THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - Dimensions

Warnings

  • Due to the risk of electrical shock, arcing and fire caused by product damage or improper usage, installation or maintenance, a ground-fault protection device is required.
  • Installation must comply with Thermon requirements (including form PN 50207U for Ex systems) and be installed in accordance with the regulations as per the norm EN IEC 60079-14 for hazardous areas (where applicable), or any other applicable national and local codes.
  • Component approvals and performance ratings are based on the use of Thermon specified parts only.
  • De-energize all power sources before opening enclosure.
  • Avoid electrostatic charge. Clean only with a damp cloth.
  • Keep ends of heating cable and kit components dry before and during installation.
  • Minimum bending radius of heating cable is 32 mm (except HPT is 57 mm and FP is 19 mm).
  • 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. Contact Thermon if you have any additional questions.

Tools Required

THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - Tools Required

Certifications/Approvals
IP66 -60°C ≤ Ta ≤ +55°C
Ordinary & Hazardous Locations
THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - symbol 1 MG 10.0022X Ex eb IIC T6…T4 Gb
Ex tb IIIC T85°C…T135°C Db
THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - symbol 2 II 2 GD Ex eb IIC T6…T4 Gb, Ex tb IIIC T85°C…T135°C Db
FM 10ATEX0058X

Thermon has additional hazardous area approvals including:

  •  GGTN
  • Kazakhstan

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

  1. Locate bus connection (HPT and FP only) and cable as shown. Cut end of cable at angle to aid in piercing grommet. Leave additional cable for expansion loop. See page 5 for multiple cable installation tips.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 1
  2. For HPT and FP cable, exchange grommet in Terminator with GRW-G provided in PETK-3.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 2
  3. Insert cable into expediter. If mounted on bottom or side of pipe, punch out weep hole.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 3
  4. Slide expediter toward pipe and route cable through support base entry.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 4
  5. Insert banding guide into expediter and snap into place.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 5
  6. Mount expediter to pipe using pipe band. Do not band over cable.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 6
  7. Cut off end of cable.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 7
  8. Terminate cable with appropriate PETK termination kit. Refer to PETK installation instructions.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 8
  9. Push excess cable back through expediter. Tighten cap securely. Tape cable expansion loop to pipe.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 9
  10. Mount junction box base on expediter. Make sure to align slots to properly orient junction box base. Tighten nut with Terminator-LN-Tool. If mounting horizontally, threaded gland holes must face downward.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 10
  11. Remove M25 dust cap. Install M25 power gland (order separately) and M25 blind plug. For in-line splice, T-splice, or end termination, install additional M25 blind  lug (order M25-B-EXE separately) instead of M25 power gland.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 11
  12. Install power cable (if necessary).THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 12
  13. Install terminal block and complete system wiring. Terminal set screws shall be tightened to a torque value of 1.4 Nm (12.4 lb-in). See below for wiring details.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 13
  14. Install junction box lid and twist hand tight. Insert screwdriver into ratchet slots located on side of junction box base.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 14
  15. Use screwdriver to ratchet on junction box lid. Lid will rotate 30 degrees.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 15
  16. Lid latch mechanism fully engaged. To remove lid, repeat steps 14 and 15 but in the opposite direction.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 16

Two Cable Layout Tips

Locate bus connection (HPT and FP only) and cable as shown. Cut end of cable at angle to aid in piercing grommet. Leave additional cable for expansion loop THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 17Insert two cables into expediter. Note: For HPT and FP cable, exchange grommet in Terminator with GRW-G provided in PETK-3.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 18For HPT and FP cable, exchange grommet in Terminator with GRW-G provided in PETK-3.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 19Three Cable Layout Tips

Locate bus connection (HPT and FP only) and cable as shown. Cut end of cable at angle to aid in piercing grommet. Leave additional cable for expansion loop.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 20Insert three cables into expediter. Note: For HPT and FP cable, exchange grommet in Terminator with GRW-G provided in PETK-3.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 21Mount expediter with three cables. Do not band over cable.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 22Wiring Details

Power Connection (1 to 3 Heating Cables)THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 23In-Line Splice and T-SpliceTHERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 24End Termination (1 to 2 Heating Cables) Remove jumpers for 2 cable terminations.THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit - PROCEDURES 25Form PN50845U-1221
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Documents / Resources

THERMON Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit [pdf] Installation Guide
Terminator ZP-XP Power Connection Kit, Terminator ZP-XP, Power Connection Kit, Connection Kit

References

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