Cadet 8F2500-8, 5F1250-8, 3F750, 8F2000, 6F1500-8 User Manual
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The Cadet
Electric Baseboard
OWNER’S GUIDE
Features & Benefits
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Oversized high temperature limit switch with full
length sensor for added safety
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Durable steel sheathed element with a limited
lifetime warranty
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Easy installation with pre-punched case at 1” intervals
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Rugged steel construction
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Thermostat not included
240/208 VOLT MODELS
2F350 6F1500
2F500 8F2000
3F750 8F2500
4F1000 8F2025
5F1250 10F2500
208 VOLT MODELS
2F500-8 3F750-8 4F1000-8
5F1250-8 6F1500-8 8F2000-8
8F2500-8
120 VOLT MODELS
2F500-1 3F750-1 4F1000-1
6F1500-1
TOOLS REQUIRED
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#2 Phillips
Screwdriver
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Straight
Screwdriver
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Wire Strippers
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Drill or Hammer
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Drill Bits
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(4) Wood Screws
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Wire Connectors
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(1) Strain Relief
Connector
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Turn the electrical power off at the electrical
panel board (circuit breaker or fuse box) and
lock or tag the panel board door to prevent
someone from turning on power while you are
working on the heater. Failure to do so could
result in serious electrical shock, burns, or
possible death.
1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. Read all information labels. Verify that the electrical supply
wires are the same voltage as the heater.
3. All electrical work and materials must comply with the
National Electric Code (NEC), the Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA), and all state and local codes.
4. The heater must be grounded to the grounding pigtail (copper
wire) provided.
5. If you need to install a new circuit or need additional wiring
information, consult a qualified electrician.
6. Protect electrical supply from kinks, sharp objects, oil, grease,
hot surfaces or chemicals.
7. Do not place heater against paperboard or low-density
cellulose fiberboard surfaces.
8. Do notplace heater below an electrical convenience receptacle.
9. WARNING
Overheating or fire may occur.Do not installthe heater behind doors.
10. WARNING
Fire or explosion may occur. Heater has hot and arcing or sparking
parts inside. Do not install heater in any area where combustible
vapors, gases, liquids, or excessive lint or dust are present.
11. WARNING
Burn Hazard. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do
not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Use extreme caution when
any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever
the heater is left operating unattended.
12. WARNING
Risk of electrical shock. Keep all foreign objects out of heater.
Do not operate after heater malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner.
13. WARNING
Risk of Fire. Do not block heater. Heater must be kept clear of
all obstructions: minimum of 12 inches in front and above,
6 inches on both sides. Heaters must be kept clean of excessive
lint, dirt and debris. (See Maintenance Instructions)
14.Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical
shock, or injury to persons.
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Installation Instructions
ABOUT THE CADET ELECTRIC BASEBOARD: The Cadet Electric Baseboard is designed to provide zonal heat to a room by using convection to
aturally circulate warm air. Safety is Cadet’s first priority. All F-Series electric baseboards feature an oversized high temperature limit switch
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with a full length capillary sensor tube that temporarily shuts the heater off when excessive operating temperatures are detected. For effective
and safe operation, and to prolong the life of the heater, read all instructions and safety information, and follow the maintenance instructions
in this Owner’s Guide.
BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, YOU MUST
CONSIDER SEVERAL FACTORS THAT ARE CRITICAL TO INSTALLATION
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THERMOSTAT
A thermostat is required. A Cadet wall thermostat is recommended
for optimum performance, or you may prefer the convenience of a
built-in thermostat kit. For instructions on wiring a thermostat, see
the instructions that were included with your thermostat. If you
are installing a wall thermostat, refer to the section later in this
guide titled “Baseboard Wiring With a Wall Thermostat” prior
to installing the baseboard.
PLACEMENT
For best results, install the baseboard heater under a window, along
an outside wall, or as close as possible to an outside door. Follow
these instructions for selecting an ideal area of installation:
The seam at the junction of the wall and floor behind the heater may
need to be caulked to prevent dust from being drawn into the room.
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Heater should be set flush against surface of the wall.
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Remove any obstructions between the back of the unit and the
surface of the wall.
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Baseboard heater may sit directly on any floor surface, including
carpet.
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Do not allow carpet to block lower air intake located 1 inch from
the bottom of the heater.
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Maintain at least 12 inches minimum clearance from objects
hanging above (i.e. drapes).
DO NOT INSTALL ANY BASEBOARD
BELOW AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET
WIRING
Wire connection is possible from either right or left side of the
baseboard heater. Determine which side of the baseboard you are
making wire connections by locating the supply wires. You must
locate the supply wires before mounting the heater. See section
titled “Baseboard Wiring With a Wall Thermostat” prior to wiring
the baseboard if you are installing a wall thermostat.
VOLTAGE (ALL MODELS)
It is extremely important that you verify the electrical supply wires
are the same voltage as the heater (i.e. 120 volt heater to 120 volt
power supply and 240 volt heater to 240 volt power supply). If
replacing an existing heater check the labels of the old heater and
replace using same voltage. Hooking a 240 volt heater to a 120 volt
power supply will drastically reduce the heater’s output. Hooking
a 120 volt heater to a 240 volt power supply will destroy the heater.
WATTAGE (FOR MODEL 8F2025)
Model 8F2025 is a multi-watt unit configured for either 2500 or 2000
watts. The heater is factory set for 2500 watts, but the instructions
vary depending on your desired wattage and which side you are
DO NOT INSTALL ANY BASEBOARD VERTICALLY.
MOUNT THE BASEBOARD HORIZONTALLY ONLY
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wiring. Make sure you follow the directions in the Owner’s Guide
for your specific application. It is best to decide on your desired
wattage prior to installing the baseboard.
Installation Instructions
B
A
GROUND
DO NOT DISCONNECT
B
A
GROUND
DO NOT DISCONNECT
STEP 1: Mount Heater to Wall
1. Locate wall studs closest to supply wires and position heater
See Figure 1). NOTE: Wire connection is possible from either right
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or left side of the baseboard heater.
Figure 1
UPPLY
FINISHED
ALL
W
STUDS
LOOR
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2. Remove the wiring compartment cover by removing the screw
(See Figure 2). The wiring compartment is an approved junction
box for the baseboard only. No additional junction box is required.
3. Remove the slotted knockout closest to the supply wires and install
a strain relief connector (See Figure 3).
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Figure 2
IRING
W
COMPARTMENT
COVER
Figure 3
5. Mount the heater securely to the wall with nails or screws going
nto at least two wall studs (See Figure 5). The back of the heater
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has “star punch” dimples that allow nails or screws to easily pierce
the sheet metal.
Figure 5
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WIRING
OMPARTMENT COVER
C
MOUNT
SECURELY
TO WALL
TUDS
NOTE: You do not need to disassemble any additional parts to mount
the heater.
STEP 2: Baseboard Wiring
1. Verify the electrical supply wires are the same voltage as the
heater. Check heater specifications to ensure correct wiring.
Failure to do so may destroy the heater and void your warranty.
Both 120 volt and 240 volt baseboard wiring utilize 3 supply wires.
120 volt baseboard wiring: 1 hot, 1 neutral and 1 ground
240 volt baseboard wiring: 2 hot and 1 ground. No neutral needed.
For all baseboard wiring applications, both supply wires must be
connected to at least one (1) heater wire.
2. Connect the grounding lead to the grounding pigtail (copper wire)
with a connector (See Figure 4). It may be necessary to move ground
lead to the side you are wiring.
3. Disconnect one factory connector (See Figure 6. Model 8F2025 see
Figure 7). If wiring on the left side, disconnect factory connector
A. If wiring on the right side, disconnect factory connector B.
NOTE: There are no loose wires provided with the baseboard.
This is due to the ability to wire the baseboard on either the right
or left side of the heater.
4. Pull supply wires through the connector and secure leaving 6 inch
wire leads for later use (See Figure 4).
JUNCTION BOX
SUPPLY
WIRES
GROUNDING PIGTAIL
WIRE CONNECTOR
GROUND
WIRE
Figure 6
Figure 4
Figure 7
Model
8F2025
Only
4. Proceed to the next step.
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Installation Instructions
STEP 2: Baseboard Wiring (continued)
Refer to the wiring diagram below that corresponds to your heater application.
For single wattage baseboards, refer to “Standard Baseboards.”
For model 8F2025, refer to “Multi-Watt Baseboards.”
STANDARD BASEBOARD WIRING ON RIGHT SIDE
120V OR 240V SUPPLY (See Figure 8)
1. Connect one supply wire to one heater wire.
. Connect remaining supply wire to remaining heater wire.
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3. Replace wiring compartment cover and secure with screw
previously removed.
4. Turn power back on at the electrical panel board.
STANDARD BASEBOARD WIRING ON LEFT SIDE
120V OR 240V SUPPLY (See Figure 9)
1. Connect one supply wire to one heater wire.
2. Connect remaining supply wire to remaining heater wire.
3. Replace wiring compartment cover and secure with screw
previously removed.
4. Turn power back on at the electrical panel board.
MULTI-WATT BASEBOARDS: WIRING ON RIGHT SIDE
MODEL 8F2025 (See Figure 10)
1. Connect one supply wire to one heater wire.
2. Connect remaining supply wire to remaining heater wire.
3. Replace wiring compartment cover and secure with screw
previously removed.
4. Selecting desired wattage
a. For 2500 watt applications: No action is required.
Heater is factory set for 2500 watts.
b. For 2000 watt applications: Remove left wiring compartment
cover. Cut red wire and cap both loose ends with
approved wire connectors, or wrap both loose ends with
electrical tape. Replace wiring compartment cover and
secure with screw previously removed.
5. Turn power back on at the electrical panel board.
B
aseboard Heater
Supply Wires
Side ‘A’ Shown
Ground
Baseboard Heater
Red Wire
Red
Wire
2000 Watt Configuration
Left Side of Baseboard Shown
T
T
o Supply
o Supply
Side ‘B’ Shown
B
aseboard Heater
To Supply
Wiring Shown
Supply Wires
G
round
Wiring Shown
Wiring Shown
Supply Wires
Side ‘B’ Shown
Ground
Figure 8
Right Side
Figure 9
Left Side
Figure 10
Right Side
MULTI-WATT BASEBOARDS: WIRING ON LEFT SIDE
MODEL 8F2025 (See Figure 11)
1. Connect one supply wire to one heater wire.
2. Connect remaining supply wire to remaining heater wire.
3. Selecting desired wattage
a. For 2500 watt applications: No action is required.
Heater is factory set for 2500 watts.
b. For 2000 watt applications: Cut red wire and cap both loose
ends with approved wire connectors, or wrap both loose
ends with electrical tape.
4. Replace wiring compartment cover and secure with screw
previously removed.
5. Turn power back on at the electrical panel board.
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Supply Wires
Side ‘A’ Shown
Ground
To Supply
Model 8F2025 Factory set for
2500 watts
Baseboard Heater
Red Wire
Figure 11
Left Side
Wiring Shown
Red
Wire
Red
Wire
2000 Watt Configuration
Left Side of Baseboard Shown
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