Marley Engineered Products C2500, C1800, 1800, 2500 User Manual

Electric Baseboard Heaters

1800, 2500, C1800 & C2500 Series

WARNING

Installation & Maintenance Instructions

Dear Owner,
Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing this new heater manufactured by a division of Marley

Engineered Products. You have made a wise investment selecting the highest quality product in the heat­ing industry. Please carefully read the installation and maintenance instructions shown in this manual.
You should enjoy years of efficient heating comfort with this product from Marley Engineered Products...
the industry’s leader in design, manufacturing, quality and service.

... The Employees of
Marley Engineered Products

Read Carefully - This Instruction Sheet contains vital

information for the proper installation, use, and efficient
operation of the heater. Carefully read the manual before
installation, operation, or cleaning of the heater. Failure to
adhere to the instructions could result in fire, electric
shock, death, serious personal injury, or property damage.
Save these instructions and review frequently for continu­ing safe operation and instructing future users.

1. Keep all electrical cords, foam filled articles, drapes, bed­ding, and other household furnishings away from contact with
heater. It is recommended all items be kept a minimum of
six (6") inches (152mm) from heater.

2. Do not install baseboard heater below electrical convenience
receptacles (outlets).

3. Do not install baseboard heater against vinyl wallpaper,
paperboard or low density fiberboard surface. Do not install
vinyl drapes or vinyl blinds above heater.

4. Do not recess heater in wall.

5. The installation must comply with applicable Local and National
Electrical Codes and utility requirements.

6. Do not remove or by-pass thermal cutout.

7. To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the
heater.

8. Personal injury or death could result from electric shock.
Disconnect all power to heater at main panel before attempting
to install or service this heater.

9. Supply voltage must be the same as heater voltage. Check
heater nameplate and supply voltage before energizing.

10. When using RSA Transformer Relay Accessory, supply
wiring must be suitable for 90°C.

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File #E37116

This Heater is designed to provide years of efficient, trouble free
operation as a primary or supplementary heat source for residen­tial and commercial applications. Baseboard heaters must be
thermostatically controlled for efficient, safe operation. A thermo­stat is not provided with this heater. However, a single or double

pole thermostat accessory is available for installation into this
heater at your place of purchase, or the heater may be connect­ed to any suitable wall mounted thermostat that will meet the elec­trical load requirements. Installation or use of this product in any
manner not described herein will void the warranty and could
result in injury, damage to property, or permanent damage to
heater.

UNPACKING HEATER

Check heater to make sure it has not been damaged in shipping.
Do not install or attempt to operate the heater if damaged. Return
to place of purchase or file claim with freight carrier.

NOTICE T O OWNERS

Certain fabrics discolor in time from indirect sunlight and normal
room temperature - mostly organic and synthetic material. They
will discolor more rapidly when exposed to direct sunlight and
warm currents. Hang drapes to provide minimum of 2 in.(51mm)
air space between heater front and nearest drape fold as shown
in Example 1 Figure 1, or 6 in.(153mm) airspace between top of
heater and bottom of drapes as shown in Example 2, Figure 1.
Allow minimum clearance of 1 in. (26mm) from drapes to ceiling
and to top of floor covering to permit air circulation as shown in
Example 1, Figure 1.

INSTALLATION

FLOORS & CARPETING:
Heaters may be mounted directly on any floor surface, including
carpeting. Where wall-to-wall carpets are installed after the base­board installation, the carpeting can be run up to the front and
around the heater body, providing it does not obstruct air flow.
(Maximum 3/4” (19mm) thick).

1. Remove wiring compartment cover at end of heater where
power supply cable is to enter. Determine desired mounting
location (Figure 2), position heater to wall as intended and mark
wall (or floor) at location where power supply is to enter heater.

Heater Ampere Rating.

Total Amps

Minimum

AWG. Wire Size

(Copper)

Circuit Breaker

or Fuse Size

0 thru 12

12.1 thru 16

16.1 thru 24

#14
#12
#10

15 amp
20 amp
30 amp

NET VOLUMES OF WIRING COMPARTMENT

DESCRIPTION

CUBIC

INCHES

CUBIC

CENTIMETERS
Heater Only (Each Wiring Compartment)
Heater W/SP Thermostat
Heater W/DP Thermostat
Heater W/Heat-Cool Switch Receptacle
Heater W/Duplex Receptacle
Heater W/DP Disconnect Switch
Heater W/Power Relay
Heater W/Transformer Relay

14.96

11.18

11.18

9.51

11.18

11.18

10.76

2.93

241
180
180
153
180
180
174

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Figure. 1 Position Drapery near Heater

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Figure. 2

Residential

Model No.

2512 *

25126 *

2513 *
2514 *
2515 *
2516 *

2502 *

25026 *

2503 *
2504 *
2505 *
2506 *
2507 *
2508 *

25008 *

2542 *

25426 *

2543 *
2544 *
2545 *
2546 *
2547 *
2548 *

25408 *

2572 *

25726 *

2573 *
2574 *
2575 *
2576 *
2577 *
2578 *

25708 *
25326 *

2533 *
2534 *
2535 *
2536 *
2537 *
2538 *

25308 *

2530 *
2564 *

2565 *
2566 *
2567 *
2568 *

25608 *

2560 *

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C2513 *
C2514 *
C2515 *
C2516 *

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C2503 *
C2504 *
C2505 *
C2506 *
C2507 *
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C25008 *

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C25426 *

C2543 *
C2544 *
C2545 *
C2546 *
C2547 *
C2548 *

C25408 *

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C25726 *

C2573 *
C2574 *
C2575 *
C2576 *
C2577 *
C2578 *

C25708 *
C25326 *

C2533 *
C2534 *
C2535 *
C2536 *
C2537 *
C2538 *

C25308 *

C2530 *
C2564 *

C2565 *
C2566 *
C2567 *
C2568 *

C25608 *

C2560 *

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Model No.

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277 Volt

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* Followed by WC or NWC suffix

2. Drill hole in wall (or floor) at desired location for power supply
entry. Install power supply wiring to heater and thermostat
location as determined by thermostat option selected. Allow
approximately 10 to 12in(254mm to 305mm) of wire at heater
for connections.

3. If any other Marley accessories are to be used with this
heater, refer to installation instructions provided with the
accessory for proper installation and wiring.

4. Wireway Cover - Commercial Baseboard Only
a. The wireway cover is a factory installed feature of Marley

commercial baseboard heaters. Two cables or four indi­vidual conductors plus two ground wires may be routed
through the wireway. Refer to page 2 for maximum cur­rent loads.

b. To gain access to wireway, lay heater face down and

remove two screws as shown in Figure 4. Remove the
knockouts in the channel areas of both terminal boxes.

c. Insert the plastic bushings from the parts kit (in wiring

compartment) in the knockout holes.

d. Wire heater according to Figure 5. Reattach the wireway

cover using the two screws.

5. Loosen screw in built-in cable clamp or remove
desired knockout from heater wiring compartment (Figures
3 and 4). Install power cable into wiring compartment allow­ing at least 6in(153mm) of cable for connection to heater.
To install two power cables using the built-in cable clamp,
bend tab covering second hole up and back to rear wall of
wiring compartment. If built-in cable clamp is not used,
install approved cable connector (not included ) in desired
knockout.

6. Position heater to wall (use cross stamped perforations as
a guide, see Figure 4) and secure through the top row of
predrilled mounting holes using at least two fasteners, one at
each end of the heater. If the unit is mounted above the floor
to allow carpet installation under the heater, two additional
mounting holes are supplied at each end below the element.
This will allow you to screw into the sill plate if the unit does
not span across two wall studs.

To prevent a possible fire, make sure all wire connections are
tight.

WARNING

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CAUTION

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Figure 4.

Figure 5.

Figure 6. Typical Thermostats

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NOTE: Make sure the caution label with the word “TOP” is at the
top of the heater. For most efficient operation locate heaters
along outside wall under windows. Position heater so it can be
secured to wall stud. Power cable must enter heater through one
of the knockouts provided in wiring compartment. See Figure 3.

NOTE: When accessories are installed, use wiring diagram sup­plied with the accessory.

9. If front cover was removed, reinstall by hooking the top edge
on the support bracket(s). Then push down to latch onto the
support bracket(s).

10. Replace wiring compartment cover.

11. Follow instructions accompanying thermostat for installa­tion and wiring thermostat. See Figure 6 for typical ther­mostat wiring diagrams.

7. Connect the supply cable grounding wire to the bare copper
pigtail in wiring compartment.

8. After making sure the electrical power coming to the heater
is turned off at main switch panel follow the desired wiring
diagram, as shown in Figure 5, to connect the power supply
to the heater using approved wire nuts.

BOTTOM

MOUNTING HOLES

When using bottom mounting holes, (to prevent a possible
shock or fire hazard,) make sure you do not drive the screws
through or damage the power supply wire.

TOP

MOUNTING

PERFORATIONS

Figure. 3 Wiring Compartment Dimensions

6.75

(153,2)

(1

Double Line Break

Thermostat

Power
supply

L2 L1

Breaks in

“OFF”

position

To heater

Double line break thermostats have
an “OFF” switch that is open only
when the thermostat is put in the
“OFF” position

Breaks on temp.

rise and in

“OFF” position

Single Line Break

Thermostat

Power
supply

Single line break thermostats DO NOT
have an “OFF” position and will operate
at a temperature below its minimum set point

L1

L2

(HOT)

To heater

Breaks on
temp. rise

OPERATION

1. After the baseboard system has been completely installed, all
thermostats should be turned to LOW or NO HEAT. Then
turn on breakers. Wait 3 to 5 minutes and check to see that
none of the heaters are operating. If operating, disconnect
power and check wiring. If none are operating then turn ther­mostats to highest position and wait 3 to 5 minutes. Check
to see that all heater(s) are operating. Should any not be
operating, disconnect power and check wiring.

2. Allow entire system to operate steadily for 1/2 hour. This
should remove oily residue from manufacturing. (Some
smoking may occur).

3. Select the setting for comfort on all thermostats.

CLEANING

Because of the convection heating principle which depends on air
circulation through the finned element, dust will collect between
the fins. The heater should be cleaned regularly for maximum
efficiency. Before cleaning be sure the heater is off and the ele­ment is cool. A vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment may be
used for cleaning. The finish of the heater may be cleaned with a
slightly damp rag if desired.

PAINTING

Painting of this baseboard is not necessary unless to match room
decor. To paint, first rough up the exterior with steel wool. Paint
only the exterior of the cabinet. Do not allow paint on the element
and high limit capillary tube. Use a high quality enamel paint.

LIMITED W ARRANTY

All products manufactured by Marley Engineered Products are warrant­ed against defects in workmanship and materials for one year from date
of installation, except heating elements which are warranted against
defects in workmanship and materials for ten years from date of instal­lation. This warranty does not apply to damage from accident, misuse,
or alteration; nor where the connected voltage is more than 5% above
the nameplate voltage; nor to equipment improperly installed or wired or
maintained in violation of the product’s installation instructions. All
claims for warranty work must be accompanied by proof of the date of
installation.

The customer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in the removal
or reinstallation of products, including labor costs, and shipping costs
incurred to return products to Marley Engineered Products Service
Center. Within the limitations of this warranty, inoperative units should
be returned to the nearest Marley authorized service center or the
Marley Engineered Products Service Center, and we will repair or
replace, at our option, at no charge to you with return freight paid by
Marley. It is agreed that such repair or replacement is the exclusive rem­edy available from Marley Engineered Products.

THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR­RANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ALL IMPLIED WAR­RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICU­LAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE AFORESAID EXPRESSED
WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED FROM
THIS AGREEMENT. MARLEY ENGINEERED PRODUCTS SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING WITH
RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, WHETHER BASED UPON NEGLI­GENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR CONTRACT.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con­sequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

For the address of your nearest authorized service center, contact
Marley Engineered Products in Bennettsville, SC, at 1-800-642-4328.
Merchandise returned to the factory must be accompanied by a return
authorization and service identification tag, both available from Marley
Engineered Products. When requesting return authorization, include all
catalog numbers shown on the products.

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

In order to obtain any needed repair or replacement
parts, warranty service or technical information, please
contact Marley Engineered Products Service Center toll­free by calling 1-800-642-HEAT.

When ordering repair parts, always give the informa­tion listed as follows:

1. The Part Number

2. The Model Number

3. The Part Description

4. Date of Manufacture

Part No. 5200-2194-007 3-02

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MODEL NO.

C2570WC

DATE CODE

1294

VOLTS AC 60HZ WATTS AMPS

277/240/208 2500/1900/1450

9.1/8.0/7.0

54E1 LISTED

BASEBOARD HEATER

PATENT PENDING

4104-2109-265

MARLEY ENGINEERED PRODUCTS
BENNETTSVILLE, SC 29512

NAMEPLATE

ECR

35194

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470 Beauty Spot Rd. East
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