Installation Instructions
265 VOLT ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
WARNING:
Connection of this 265 V AC product to a branch circuit MUST be done by direct connection in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Plugging this unit into a building mounted exposed receptacle is not permitted by code.
These models must be installed using the appropriate GE power supply kit for the branch circuit amperage and the electrical resistance heater wattage desired.
Use the POWER CONNECTION CHART on page 17 to determine the correct kit required. One of the following installation methods (A or B) must be used.
HOW TO CONNECT
1Remove the room cabinet.
2Connect to electrical power.
3See the special instructions below for applicable supply voltages.
4Reinstall the room cabinet.
A.FOR SUBBASE INSTALLATION
Electrical subbase kits are available to provide a flexible enclosure for direct connection.
Branch Circuit and | Proper GE | Power |
Unit Amperage Rating | Subbase Kit | Supply Kit |
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15 | RAK204E15 | RAK5172 |
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20 | RAK204E20 | RAK5202 |
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30 | RAK204E30 | RAK5302 |
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The instructions provided with the selected subbase kit must be carefully followed. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the connection of components is done in accordance with these instructions and all electrical codes.
1REMOVE JUNCTION BOX
1Remove the junction box cover by removing the front two screws.
2Remove the junction box by removing the top and bottom rear screws. Note how the tabs on the lower left side of the junction box serve to hold the side in place. This will help when the box is being reinstalled.
Unit connector
Junction | Junction | |
box | ||
box cover | ||
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2CUT AND STRIP THE CORDSET
1Remove the cordset from the power supply kit. Measure 6″ down the cord from where it emerges from the back of the nylon plastic connector and cut the cord through at this point.
2Carefully remove 3″ of the cordset insulation so as to expose the three insulated wires.
3Strip 3/4″ of the insulation away at the end of each of the three wires (L1, Neutral and Ground). Plug the connector fully into place in the unit mating connector. Be sure the locking tabs at the sides are engaged.
Connector3/4″
3″
6″
B. FOR DIRECT CONNECT
INSTALLATION
If an electrical subbase is not used, direct connection to branch circuit wiring inside the provided junction box must be done in accordance with the following steps.
NOTE: Order Kit RAK4002CW to enable a quick disconnect inside the junction box.
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