by ETI Staff | Aug 6, 2020 | Controller, Frequently Asked Questions, Sensors, Snow & Ice Sensors FAQs, snow melting management, Snow Switch, Troubleshooting, Weather
Snow & Ice Systems – APS-3C QUESTION – Can I simulate a sensor call for heat to test the system? ANSWER – Yes, by putting a jumper between pins 1 and 2 of the class two...
by ETI Staff | Jul 17, 2020 | News, Snow & Ice Sensors FAQs, snow melting management, Snow Switch
Winter is right around the corner and now is the time to inspect your snow and ice melt system and preform any necessary maintenance. Routine inspection and basic maintenance will keep your snow and ice melt system functioning efficiently for years to come. We have...
by ETI Staff | Jul 26, 2017 | APS-C Series FAQs, Snow & Ice Sensors FAQs
There can be several reasons for this. First, start by checking the snow sensor supply voltage between pins 2 and 3 of the class two terminal blocks. It should be close to 24 VDC (the label on some unit incorrectly say 24VAC). If there is no voltage then check the...
by ETI Staff | Jul 26, 2017 | Snow & Ice Sensors FAQs
The CIT-1, GIT-1 & SIT-6E sensors are used with the newer APS-C series controllers, EUR-5A controller and the upcoming PRO series controllers. These controllers supply the sensor 24VDC on the sensors red and black wires (black is ground). They also work on the...
by ETI Staff | Jul 26, 2017 | Snow & Ice Sensors FAQs
Yes! The sensor wire can be extended up to 500 feet with #18 awg wire and 2000 feet with #12 awg wire. Be sure to follow NEC and local code for all electrical connections. Be sure to follow NEC and local code for all electrical connections. A three-conductor...
