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PALADIN
PALADIN
®
by Heat-Line
®

Pre Assembled, Ground Fault Protected,
Heating Cable Sets Approved for Roof and
Gutter Applications
PALADIN
General Information
PALADIN pre-assembled self-regulating heating cables are designed for
residential and commercial roof & gutter de-icing applications. PALADIN
heating cables are available in 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, and 100
foot lengths, and each comes assembled with a 30-inch power cord and
plug and includes a built in ground-fault protection device (GFPD) or a 6
foot cold lead for use with a field installed GFCI.
1. PALADIN cable is suitable for use on metal, asphalt, and composite
roof substrates (for slate roofs see Edge Cutter).
2. If the PALADIN cable must be taken off and re-installed carefully follow
all installation instructions.
3. Leave these instructions with the user for future reference.
4. These systems can be used with thermostats or roof de-icing switches
where applicable to improve energy efficiency.
PALADIN is a technically advanced product. Handle it with proper care
and be sure not to damage the outer sheaths or jackets of the cable.
Read the Safety Instructions and Installation Instructions completely
before installing this product.
Approvals


LR85446 2E, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D
WARNING:
Fire and shock hazard. This component is an electrical
device which must be installed properly. Follow these
important warnings to ensure proper operation and to
prevent electrical or fire hazard.
1. To minimize the danger of fire if the heating cable is
damaged or improperly installed, PALADIN employs
a ground fault protection device. Arcing may not be
stopped by conventional circuit protection.
2. As with any other electrical product, exposure of the
PALADIN cable or enc cordset components to water or
other electrolytes if the cable is damaged creates a risk
of electrical shock or fire.
3. Connect only to outlets which have been installed in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and which
are protected from rain and other water (dry location).
4. The cable jacket
must not be cut, nicked, or worn down,
therefore:
Never cut the cables outer jacket.
Do not install the cable where objects might hit it
or cut it or where it might be damaged by rubbing
against rough or sharp surfaces.
Before installation, file and remove any sharp edges
which might damage the cable. Make sure the
cables cross only smooth, non-abrasive surfaces.
Protect the complete system with a metal sheath
where it might be damaged by animals or impact.
If you discover a nick or worn spot on your cable,
immediately disconnect the system and replace the
cable. Inspect the cable periodically for damage. And
remember to replace any damaged insulation after
each inspection of the cable.
5. Never attempt to splice or repair a damaged cable.
Replace it with a new unit. The system is not designed
to be repaired and to do so may create a danger of fire
or shock.
6. Do not install the cable close to flammable materials,
liquids, or fumes. If the cable is cut while the system is
energized and if there is moisture present, there is a risk
of fire and flammable objects or fumes near the cable
might be ignited.
Installation Instructions
PALADIN Kit Contents
PALADIN heating cable with GFPD*
Cable ties
Cable protectors
Installation Instructions
Options

Thermostats:
HLJ-STAT for 120 volt applications

HTLN-EC-TS-25 for 240 volt applications
Downspout hangers PCN-RDK-1
Roof clips
PLD-RC
Edge Cutter
PLD-ECF (flat aluminum channel flashing)

PLD-EC (angled channel flashing)
NEMA-3R enclosure GF120HLC (for 120 Vac applications)

GF240HLC (for 240 Vac applications)
* Also available with 6 foot cold lead only for use with field installed GFCI. PALADIN for Roof Applications Installation Instructions

Table . Cable Required for Standard Roof







Feet of PALADIN per foot of
Overhang (in)
Tracing width (in)
Tracing heights (in)
roof edge not including gutter
None*
2
18
2
12
2
18
2
24
2
30
3
36
2
42
4
Table 3. Cable Required for Standing Seam Metal Roof**

Standing seam
Tracing
Feet of PALADIN per
Overhang (in)
spacing (in)
heights (in)
foot of roof edge
None*
18
18
2.5
12
18
24
2.8
24
18
36
3.6
36
18
48
4.3
None*
24
18
2.0
12
24
24
2.4
24
24
36
2.9
36
24
48
3.6
Table 4. Cable Required for Edge Cutter System
Feet of PALADIN per foot of roof edge
2
*
Gutter required ** No additional heating cable is required for gutters when tracing standing seam metal roofs
Standard Roof
Standing Seam
Metal Roof
General Requirements For Roof and Gutter
De-icing
PALADIN is designed to remove melt water,
not accumulated snow.
PALADIN heating cable will not keep snow
or ice from falling off the roof. Snow fences
or snow guards should be used to eliminate
snow movement. For the names of manu-
facturers of snow guards or snow fences,
contact Heat-Line at (800) 584-4994.
PALADIN heating cables may be used on:
Roofs made from all types of standard
roofing materials, including shake, shingle,
rubber, tar, wood, metal, and plastic.
Gutters made from standard materials,
including metal and plastic.
Downspouts made from standard materi-
als, including metal and plastic.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not install the heating cable underneath
any roof covering for roof and gutter deicing.
Install only in accessible locations; do not
install behind walls or where the cable would
be hidden.
Do not run the heating cable through walls,
ceilings, or floors.
Connect only to ground-fault protected out-
lets that have been installed in accordance
with all prevailing national and local codes
and standards and are protected from rain
and other water.
Electrical Codes
Part 1, Section 62 of the Canadian Electrical
Code (CEC), govern the installation of
PALADIN heating cables for roof and gutter
de-icing and must be followed.
Important: For the Heat-Line warranty to be
valid, you must comply with all the require-
ments outlined in these guidelines.
All thermal and design information provided
here is based upon a standard installation
with heating cable fastened to an insulated pipe.
For any other application or method of installa-
tion, consult Heat-Line at (800) 584-4994.
Calculate the heating cable length required.
Total heating cable length:
Roof edge length (ft) × feet of heating cable
per foot of roof edge
+ Total gutter length (ft)
+ Total downspout length (ft) (+ 1 ft)
= Total heating cable length (ft)
Example:
(standard roof)
Roof edge:
15 ft
Roof overhang:
1 ft
Roof gutter:
15 ft
Downspout:
15 ft
(at end of circuit)
PALADIN heating cable required:
Roof edge:
15 ft × 2 (from Table 3)
Roof gutter:
15 ft
Downspout:
15 ft + 1 ft


61 ft
PALADIN required: 70 ft
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION
For standard roofs, add 1 foot of heating
cable for each foot of gutter.
Add 1 foot of heating cable per foot of down-
spout. If downspout is in the middle of the
run, loop the PALADIN down and back up.
Double the length of the downspout for deter-
mining the length of PALADIN to install.
For valleys, run the heating cable two thirds
of the way up and down the valley.
Table 1. Typical Spacing and Layout Measurements

Length of cable per foot of roof edge (feet)


Standing seam metal roof:
Eave overhang (in)
Standard roof
18" seam
4" seam
None*
2
2.5
2
12
2
2.8
2.4
24
3
3.6
2.9
36
4
4.3
3.6
* Gutter required
Edge Cutter System PALADIN for Roof Applications Installation Instructions
3
PALADIN
heating cable
PALADIN
heating cable
Note:
OVERVIEW
Route and secure the
heating cable to avoid
possible mechanical
damage, such as from
ladders, etc.
1
Prepare for installation
Store the heating cable in a clean, dry place.
Use only the following HeatLine accessories
to satisfy code and agency requirements:
- Hanger Bracket
- Roof Clips
Make certain gutters and downspouts are
free of leaves and other debris.
Carefully plan the routing of the heating
cable for roof and gutter de-icing.
INSTALLATION INSTRuCTIONS for PALADIN Roofing Systems

Position and attach heating cable on roof
Loop the heating cable on the overhang
area of the roof. This is the part that
extends past the building wall. Extend the
bottom of each heating cable loop over
the roof edge and, using a UV-resistant
cable tie, connect the bottom of each
loop to the cable running in the gutter to
ensure a drainage channel off the roof
and into the gutter and downspout. The
cable running in the gutter should remain
against the bottom of the gutter. See
Figures A and B.
Figure A. Standard roof
UV-resistant
cable tie
UV-resistant
cable tie
Figure B. Seam roof
Trace two-thirds of t