What kind of electric wire to use for this heater? I know i's gauge #8. Is it NM-B 8-2 or 8-3? Thank!
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According to the manual it is 8X2. http://www.stiebel-eltron-usa.com/pdf/install_tempra_tempraplus.pdf
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Chris is right, I spoke with the elect who checked mine when I hooked it up. He said, not only will that not work right with the way the wire hookups are in the heater, it's against most elect codes. I would put in new breakers and wire just to make sure everything is good. You wouldn't want to fry something that's so expensive. Mine has been going for 4years now..... Still going strong.Hope this helps.
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To figure out the amp. draw of any appliance you divide the wattage by the voltage. In this case 2000/240 is 8.3. The breaker size needs to be at least 20% larger. FOr this heater--you would need a double pole 15 amp breaker. This is for a single heater if you're going to run multiple heaters off the same thermostat/circuit, you will need to figure them in as well and size the breaker and wiring accordingly.
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It said it should be either 120 or 240 volts depending on the hookup kit you use. It might work on 208, just wouldn't get as much heat as with 240. I can't personally vouch on this.
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Yes, it has an owners manual and it says 10 gauge minimum for the wire and the proper size fuse/breaker. This heater can be set to run at different btu's and the wire/breaker depends upon what you want to run it at. I found some guidance via google that with the 7500 watt setting the code says 8 gauge wire and 40 amp breaker (double for 240v), that is what I used and it works fine. No plug, this is intended as a direct wire installation. Disclaimer - I am not an electrician and with voltages like this it is usually a good idea to consult one if you don't know the answers to these questions. Yes, it has an owners manual and it says 10 gauge minimum for the wire and the proper size fuse/breaker. This heater can be set to run at different btu's and the wire/breaker depends upon what you want to run it at. I found some guidance via google that with the 7500 watt setting the code says 8 gauge wire and 40 amp breaker (double for 240v), that is what I used and it works fine. No plug, this is intended as a direct wire installation. Disclaimer - I am not an electrician and with voltages like this it is usually a good idea to consult one if you don't know the answers to these questions.
608361
It's been a while since I plugged this guy in but it's only able to be used in a 220 volt line. Which means that one prong is horizontal I just can't remember which one. Sorry it's stored away at the moment! But it's a solid heater!
1010443
This heater was installed by an electrician as part of a remodel job so I'm sure what 'insulators' and 'wire' you are referencing. I am not aware of any problems ... it seems to work fine.
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this heater uses 110 volt outlet. It's no different then plugging in any other appliance. So I wouldn't think you would have to have an electrician look at it unless you have old wiring or something that you're worried about. For peace of mind I was just plug it into a breaker bar just to be safe.
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Why would you need two, unless they each run separate 220v units? Did you compare the wattage demand of your heaters with the capacity of the thermostat? I matched mine to the amperage rating of my baseboard heaters, and it has been working just fine for almost two years now. You are using this 220v device with a 220v application, right? Most fans are 110v. It's possible to pull that out of a 220v circuit depending on what wire service exists (black, red, white and ground wires of adequate gauge are needed), but these things need to be wired correctly and carefully. Otherwise, it may do more than melt. Why would you need two, unless they each run separate 220v units? Did you compare the wattage demand of your heaters with the capacity of the thermostat? I matched mine to the amperage rating of my baseboard heaters, and it has been working just fine for almost two years now. You are using this 220v device with a 220v application, right? Most fans are 110v. It's possible to pull that out of a 220v circuit depending on what wire service exists (black, red, white and ground wires of adequate gauge are needed), but these things need to be wired correctly and carefully. Otherwise, it may do... » Read More Why would you need two, unless they each run separate 220v units? Did you compare the wattage demand of your heaters with the capacity of the thermostat? I matched mine to the amperage rating of my baseboard heaters, and it has been working just fine for almost two years now. You are using this 220v device with a 220v application, right? Most fans are 110v. It's possible to pull that out of a 220v circuit depending on what wire service exists (black, red, white and ground wires of adequate gauge are needed), but these things need to be wired correctly and carefully. Otherwise, it may do more than melt. « Show Less
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I'm sorry, I can't help you with that one........I love my heater it works great. I would, call the company that offered the item, and ask them.............sorry!!
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Hea, Thats a good question, I have no idea. I used mine in a milivolt heater in my shop. Works great, after I proved it worked I threw out the directions. You might want to contact Honeywell ( call a heating supplier) Sorry I cant help, just know, its a great stat.
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I would recommend Hoptkins #46105, I tend to soldier and use marine grade heat shrink as well, but I tend to over think things. Plently of vids to help with whats what, when wiring.
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Hello Steve. I am not an electrician but can tell you this unit will not operate on 110V. You will need a 220V service of about 60 Amps to run this heater. This is a very high amperage for home usage and more than a tank type heater would use. I strongly suggest you have a licensed electrician look at the heater requirements and give you a bid. This heater will not perform properly without the right electrical supply.
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You can't use 10/3 wire with a 40 amp breaker. You can only use it with a 30 amp breaker. You would need to use 8/3 wire with a 40 amp breaker. (You can use bigger wire with a smaller breaker, but not a smaller breaker with bigger wire.)
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1650 watts/120 volts= 13.75 amps. You need a 14 gauge or larger (12 gauge) wire and a 15 amp breaker for the heater.
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Hi, We used 16 gauge wire. It works fine for us. Not sure that's the proper gauge but that's what we've used on all our fence chargers.
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Mine did too but it wasn't the heaters fault. In one case the plug i used for my heater was too small. Another time the wire to the heater was too small. These electrical components should be rated for 60 to 80 amps, wire size 8 or so. these wires are the size of a pencil and carry a lot of current. Usually the power componants to the heater are at fault. The breaker should be at least 60 amps or more. Note use your own units directions as each one is different. Hope this opinion helps.