Cadet The Perfectoe UC102, The Perfectoe UC101 Owner's Manual

8¼”

21cm

The Perfectoe

Front

18”

45.7cm

14½”

36.8cm

Top

The Perfectoe

OWNER’S GUIDE

Features & Benefits

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Thermal Safeguard

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High temperature manual reset:
turns off heater if normal operating
temperatures are exceeded

3½”

8.9cm

¼”

.6cm

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Rugged steel-finned element

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Ideal for bathrooms and kitchens

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Low profile for rooms with limited space

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Two-year extended warranty

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Single pole or double pole field mount
thermostat kit available

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Black or white powder coat paint for
a durable finish

MODELS
The Perfectoe

UC072
UC102
UC101

Side

TOOLS REQUIRED:

Phillips Screwdriver
Straight Screwdriver
Wire Strippers

Utility Knife

1

/2” Wood Screws

(2) 1
(3) Insulated Wire Connectors
(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. Connect the grounding pigtail (copper wire) provided in the
wall can to the supply ground wire.

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. WARNING
Overheating or fire may occur. DO NOT install the heater in
a floor, behind doors, or outdoors.

* For installations above 7000 feet, highest

wattage recommended is 750 watts.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. WARNING
Risk of Fire. Do not block heater. Heater must be kept clear
of all obstructions: a minimum of 3 feet in front, 6 inches on
both sides. Heaters must be kept clean of excessive lint, dirt
and debris. (See Maintenance Instructions).

12. 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

Part One

PLACEMENT: Read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS for important safety requirements. For best results,

install heater beneath a cabinet in the toe kick area. Install the Perfectoe (Model UC) horizontally. Do not
install the UC heater in the floor. Headers and bracing are not necessary. Heater must be installed per the
directions indicated on the lid. See clearance requirements for additional placement instructions. Install
at least 6” from the inside corner and/or vertical adjacent surfaces.

CONTROLS: A thermostat is required. A Cadet electronic thermostat is recommended for ultimate control
and comfort. Optional single or double pole field mount thermostat kits are also available.

IMPORTANT!

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 the

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.

Connecting your

heater to an

incompatible power

supply will void the

warranty.

STEP 1 Turn the Electrical Power OFF

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.

STEP 2 Determine Area of Installation

The UC Series heater REQUIRES A MINIMUM
distance of 6 inches from adjacent surfaces
(See Figure 1). However, Cadet RECOMMENDS
12 inches from all adjacent surfaces for longer
and cleaner performance. Heaters must be
spaced at least 3 feet apart.

For installation in an existing wall/cabinet, cut
a rough opening 14½ inches wide by 3½ inches
high. Opening must be 8½ inches deep and
6 inches from adjacent wall.

Figure 1

WARNING! Vinyl floor manufacturers warn

that some vinyl may discolor from temperatures
in excess of 110° F. See your vinyl floor
manufacturer for temperature specifications
for your vinyl floor covering.

STEP 3 Route Supply Wires

For wall thermostat applications, route supply wire
from circuit breaker to thermostat to rough
opening. For models with an optional field mount
thermostat kit, route supply wire from circuit
breaker to rough opening. Allow enough wire to
extend 12 inches beyond the opening. Place heater
lid aside. Remove the knockout and attach the
supply wire with a strain relief connector, leaving
6 inches wire lead for later use (See Figure 2).

STEP 4 Connect Supply Wires

Connect the supply ground wire to the green
grounding pigtail provided (See Figure 2). Connect
each supply wire to one heater wire with wire
connectors. Note: All wire connections must be
made inside the heater.

Figure 2

STEP 5 Mount the Heater

Reinstall heater lid and attach using four screws
provided. Slide heater into opening. Fasten heater
to cabinet with screws (not provided) going
through the lower holes located on the flanges.
Fasten grill to heater with screws provided going
through the upper holes located on the flanges.

STEP 6 Turn the Electrical Power ON

Turn the electrical power back on at the electrical
panel board (circuit breaker or fuse box).

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Operation and Maintenance

Part Two

How to operate your heater

1. Once installation in complete and power has
been restored turn the thermostat knob fully
clockwise.

2. When the room reaches your comfort level, turn

the thermostat knob counterclockwise until the
heater turns off. The heater will automatically
cycle around this preset temperature.

3. To reduce the room temperature, turn the

knob counterclockwise. To increase the room
temperature, turn the knob clockwise.

Maintenance

As needed, or every six months minimum.

1. WARNING! Before removing grill, turn the

electrical power off at the electrical panel
board (circuit breaker or fuse box). Lock or tag
the panel board door to prevent someone from
accidentally turning the power on while you
are working on the heater. Failure to do so
could result in serious electrical shock, burns,
or possible death.

2. It is important that you verify power has been

turned off and no power is going to the heater
before proceeding. Circuit breakers are often
not marked correctly and turning the wrong
breaker off could mean electricity is flowing to
the heater, even if the heater does not appear
to be working. If you are uncomfortable working
with electrical appliances, unable to follow
these guidelines, or do not have the necessary
equipment, consult a qualified electrician.

3. Once you verify the power has been turned

off correctly, proceed to the next step.

4. Remove thermostat knob, if equipped.

Remove the screws and take off grill.

5. Wash grill with hot, soapy water and dry

immediately.

6. If present, remove the screws securing the

heater assembly to the opening, then pull
heater out of opening.

7. Remove the four screws securing the lid to the

top of the heater assembly, remove lid.

8. Thoroughly vacuum accumulated dust, lint

or other debris from blower wheel and heater
outlet. Important: Be careful not to damage
the blower wheel, and do not allow the blower
wheel to spin freely when vacuuming.

9. Install lid and slide heater assembly back into

opening. Secure heater assembly to opening,
then install grill and thermostat knob (if equipped).

10. Restore power to heater at circuit breaker

panel or fuse box, then test heater operation
by turning thermostat on and/or adjusting
to a higher temperature.

About the Manual Reset Temperature Limit Control

The heater is protected by a temperature-limit
control. The manual reset temperature limit control
is designed to open the heater circuit when
excessive operating temperatures are detected.
The problem must be assessed and the limit must
be reset to resume operation.

Resetting the Manual Reset Temperature
Limit Control

If the manual reset limit control has opened
the heater circuit due to excessive operating
temperatures, the heater will not work until
the manual reset limit button is pressed. After
allowing the unit to cool for at least 15 minutes
and resolving the problem causing the limit to trip
(typically heater is blocked or needs cleaning),
use a narrow object such as a ball-point pen
to access the manual reset button through the
heater grill. Press FIRMLY, and be sure to listen
and feel for a click, indicating it has been reset.

Wiring Diagram

UC

With inbuilt single pole thermostat

WARNING
Risk of Electrical
Shock. Connect
grounding lead to
grounding wire
provided. Keep all
foreign objects out
of heater.

WARNING
Risk of Fire.
Heater must be
kept clear of all
obstructions: a
minimum of 3 feet
in front; 6 inches
on both sides.
Heaters must be
kept clean of lint,
dirt and debris.

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.

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