265 Volt Electrical Supply
WARNING
Connection of this 265V product to a branch circuit MUST be done by direct connection to be in compliance with the National Electric Code. Plugging of this unit directly 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. See page 14. One of the following installation methods must be used:
Steps for preparing cordset for direct connection:
1Remove the junction box cover by taking out the front four screws.
2Remove the junction box by taking out the top rear screw. Note how the slot at the lower right corner of the junction box serves to hold the corner in place. This will help when the box is being reinstalled.
Tab on chassis
Junction | Chassis |
connector | |
box cover |
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AElectrical subbase kits are available to provide a flexible enclosure for direct connection.
Junction box
Slot in junction box
Branch Circuit |
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and Chassis | Proper GE | Power |
Amperage Rating | Subbase Kit | Supply Kit |
15 | RAK204E15 | RAK5152 |
15 | RAK204E15 | RAK5172 |
20 | RAK204E20 | RAK5202 |
30 | RAK204E30 | RAK5302 |
3Remove the cordset from the power supply kit. Measure 4″ down the cord from where it emerges from the back of the nylon plastic connector and cut the cord through at this point.
4Carefully remove 3″ of the cordset insulation so as to expose the three insulated wires.
The instructions provided with the selected subbase kit must be carefully followed. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that connection of components is done in accordance with these instructions and all electrical codes.
Connector
3/4″
BFor direct connection to branch circuit wiring inside the provided junction box without using a subbase kit, the cord is to be cut and the wire ends stripped and connected as follows.
3″
4″
5Strip 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 chassis mating connector. Be sure the locking tabs at the sides are engaged.
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