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My old instructor always said "read the instructions" But; really, most thermostats tell you the correct wiring on the back mounting plate, with thermostats getting so complicated I read the instructions, and I even keep a binder of instructions for different brands. Make sure to mount the thermostat on a centralized inside wall where it wont get bumped, or be influenced by false temperature variations, avoid outside walls and place it about 3 1/2 to 4 feet high.
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What is the difference between a single pole breaker and a double pole breaker?
Courtesy of Ace Hardware - I found it on their site · What is the difference between a double pole and a single pole thermostat?Single pole thermostats breaks only one side of the power line to your heater and cannot be turned off. Therefore, power is continuous to the heater even if it is not running. The control knob will have a low temperature setting without an off position. Single pole Thermostats uses only two wires. This means that even if the temperature dial is turned all the way down, voltage is still going into the heater through one line. This may pose a hazard to anyone who might perform electrical work on the heater without realizing that the circuit was still on. You will need to turn off the power at the circuit breaker before electrical repairs can be made safely.Double pole thermostats breaks both sides of the power line; therefore all power to the heater is interrupted. This acts as a safeguard for people performing electrical work on the heater. However, to be on the safe side, you should always turn off the power at the circuit breaker, not at the thermostat, before making any electrical repairs. A double pole will uses four wires and has a off position on the thermostat.Since they are inherently safer, you should always try to use double-pole thermostats, if possible. Another advantage of a double-pole thermostat is that you can turn it completely off and the heat will not come on no matter how cold your room gets. But with a single-pole unit, the thermostat will turn the heat on even if set on the lowest setting.CHECK YOUR LOCAL CODES FOR BUILDING REQUIREMENTS IN DETERMINING IF YOU NEED A SINGLE OR DOUBLE POLE THERMOSTAT BEFORE PURCHASING OR INSTALLING. How can I determine if I have a single or double pole thermostat?Usually, you can tell the difference between a single pole and double-pole thermostat by looking at the dial. A double-pole normally has an "Off" position on the dial whereas a single-pole thermostat does not. The only sure way to tell which kind you have is to remove it from the wall and count the wires connected to it. A double-pole thermostat will have four wires that switches both hot wires whereas a single-pole thermostat will have two wires that only switches one of the hot wires. Can I use a single or double pole thermostat with a 120, 208, or 240 volt heater?Yes. Can I use 1 thermostat to control more than 1 baseboard heater?Built-in thermostats (mounted directly on baseboard) are designed for single heater use. However, it is possible to control more than 1 heater on a wall thermostat if the thermostat rating is not exceeded. Can I mount the thermostat on one side and wire the baseboard heater on the opposite side?No, the thermostat requires power from the supply wires and must be wired in conjunction with the baseboard heater. Is a built-in or a wall mount thermostat better?A built-in control is convenient when the walls are already finished. The built-in thermostat is also convenient to install. However, the wall thermostat is a more accurate way to control the room temperature, is more convenient to use, and has a broader selection of models. The use of electronic thermostats provides more accuracy and saves you money on your electric bill. Can all of the heaters in my house be controlled by one thermostat?There are many benefits to zonal heating. Zonal systems save energy by not heating unoccupied rooms and provide the ultimate in comfort by allowing occupied zones to be heated specifically to individual needs. The purpose of each zone's (room) heater is to heat that specific zone per the set point of the individual thermostat. What is the difference between a low voltage and a line voltage thermostat?Low voltage thermostats should be used when the heater load is greater than 3,800 watts such as commercial heater or central forced air systems.Line voltage thermostats should be used for zonal heat systems such as electric fan heaters, baseboard heaters and radiant heaters. What should I do if my wall thermostat feels hot to the touch?Cadet recommends you replace the thermostat. A hot thermostat indicates that it is not working efficiently; decreasing its accuracy. NOTE: A normal operating thermostat will be slightly warmer than the room temperature by 3 to 5 degrees. Can I use a wall mount thermostat to control my heater if it has an in-built thermostat?Yes, to bypass the in-built thermostat, turn the thermostat on the heater to the highest setting, then use the wall thermostat to regulate the room temperature.
Are you allowed to install wall thermostat in bathrooms?
it is not recomended, because of the ever changing temp in a bathroom.
How do I install an ecobee thermostat?
To install an ecobee thermostat, first turn off the power to your HVAC system. Remove your old thermostat and label the wires. Connect the wires to the corresponding terminals on the ecobee thermostat. Attach the thermostat to the wall plate and restore power. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup on the thermostat.
How can I replace a wall thermostat in my home?
To replace a wall thermostat in your home, first turn off the power to the thermostat at the circuit breaker. Remove the cover of the old thermostat and unscrew it from the wall. Take note of the wire connections and label them if needed. Install the new thermostat by connecting the wires according to the manufacturer's instructions. Secure the new thermostat to the wall and replace the cover. Finally, turn the power back on at the circuit breaker and program the new thermostat as desired.
How can I install a y wire thermostat in my home?
To install a Y wire thermostat in your home, first turn off the power to your heating and cooling system. Remove the old thermostat and label the wires. Connect the Y wire to the Y terminal on the new thermostat. Install the new thermostat onto the wall and turn the power back on. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for programming and setting up the thermostat.
How do you wire a double pole thermostat to two baseboard heaters?
This is wiring 2 baseboard heaters with a double pole wall thermostat you run the power wire to the thermostat on the wall then you run a wire to the 1st heater and then you run another wire from the 1st heater to the 2nd heater and hook red on red and black on black with wiring mariette's in the heaters junction box on left or right side which ever is more suitable for you and then you go to the wall thermostat and hook red on red and black on black with the wiring mariette's and then you hook your power wire to the power supply which is 100 or 200 amp service and on a double 20 breaker and the wire has to be no smaller than 12/2 wire. also do not forget to hook the ground wire (bare copper) on the green screw on your heater and in the thermostat box and then on the power supply box..... now you can turn up your thermostat and enjoy the heat ...........LEE48
How do I install a digital thermostat?
To install a digital thermostat, first turn off the power to your heating and cooling system. Remove the old thermostat and label the wires. Connect the wires to the corresponding terminals on the new thermostat. Attach the new thermostat to the wall and restore power to the system. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for programming and setting up the thermostat.
How to install a thermostat in a home heating system?
To install a thermostat in a home heating system, first turn off the power to the heating system. Remove the old thermostat and disconnect the wires. Install the new thermostat according to the manufacturer's instructions, making sure to connect the wires correctly. Secure the thermostat to the wall and turn the power back on. Follow the setup instructions to program the thermostat for your desired temperature settings.
How can I replace a furnace thermostat?
To replace a furnace thermostat, first turn off the power to the furnace. Remove the old thermostat by unscrewing it from the wall and disconnecting the wires. Install the new thermostat by connecting the wires according to the manufacturer's instructions and screwing it onto the wall. Turn the power back on and program the new thermostat as needed.
How can I install an ecobee thermostat in my home?
To install an ecobee thermostat in your home, follow these steps: Turn off power to your HVAC system. Remove your old thermostat and label the wires. Connect the wires to the corresponding terminals on the ecobee thermostat. Attach the ecobee thermostat to the wall. Turn the power back on and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
How does someone install a Honeywell thermostat?
Disconnect all power sources to your existing thermostat. Remove the cover. Locate wire connecting thermostat and heater. Not the terminal designations. Disconnect wiring to heater. Remove old thermostat from wall. Drill holes for mounting new thermostat. Connect wires. Attach subbase of new thermostat to wall. Connect wires, matching labels. Attach thermostat to subbase.
Can a martin industries wall heater model w430a be repaired?
This is a 240 volt, two chimney heater (1500 watts per chimney) with a double pole thermostat. If the heater is not heating at all, indicates thermostat or electric source issue, if one element is heating and second is not, indicates one of the elements is burned out.
