7 Electrical Information

A. Recommendation for Wire

See Figure 7.1 for recommended maximum lead length (two wire) when using wall thermostat/switch.

NOTE: This appliance must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C221.1.

•A 110-120 VAC circuit for this product must be protected with ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection, in compliance with the applicable electrical codes, when it is installed in locations such as in bathrooms or near sinks.

Do not connect this appliance to a thermostat serving any other appliance.

Bedroom installation in Canada requires this appliance to be connected to a thermostat.

WARNING

Shock hazard.

•This appliance is equipped with a three pronged (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the ground- ing prong from this plug.

B. Connecting to the Appliance

1.This appliance may be used with a wall switch, wall mounted thermostat and / or a remote control

2.If using thermostat, use one compatible with a millivolt gas valve system.

3.Follow parameters for locating thermostat (see individ- ual thermostat instructions) to ensure proper operation of appliance.

4.Use low resistance thermostat wire for wiring from ignition system to the wall switch and thermostat.

5.Use the following chart for wire sizing.

Wire Size

Max. Length

16 gauge

65 feet

18 gauge

40 feet

20 gauge

25 feet

22 gauge

18 feet

Figure 7.1

6.Keep wire lengths as short as possible by removing any excess wire length.

7.Low voltage and 110 VAC voltage cannot be shared within the same wall box.

8.Ensure the thermostat is mounted level for accurate readings.

9.The thermostat should be mounted on an inside wall and not in direct line with the appliance convection air.

10.If the thermostat is located too close to the appli- ance, you may need to set the temperature setting slightly higher to maintain the desired temperature in your home.

C. Standing Pilot Ignition System Wiring

This appliance DOES NOT require 110 VAC supply for operation. A wiring diagram is shown in Figure 7.2 on the next page.

This appliance is equipped with a millivolt control valve.

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COLBAY-INS specifications

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