Thomas with cadet tech support shows you how to install a double pole wall thermostat on a 240 volt electric baseboard heater.
Wall mounted thermostate connected to an electric baseboard heater.
The thermostat can be mounted directly on the heater itself or it can be mounted on the wall so that the circuit wiring passes through the thermostat first on the way to the baseboard heater.
A new line voltage thermostat will need to be connected as part of the installation of the new baseboard heater.
No we recommend using a thermostat to control your heater.
A line voltage thermostat is typically used with single room heaters such as electric wall heaters or electric baseboard heaters.
Make sure the airflow around the thermostat isn t blocked by shelves pictures or other wall décor.
Always mount a thermostat on an inside wall away from drafts direct sunlight or any appliances that could affect its temperature reading.
Careful attention to specific wiring connections will result in a successful.
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An existing wall mounted thermostat can be installed or wired to a baseboard heater for easier adjustment access.
Electric baseboard heaters are good for spot heating areas of your house that central hvac does not reach.