Buying Guide

THIS CHART IS FOR ESTIMATE PURPOSES ONLY.
WATTAGE CHART
50
500
100
750
125
1000
150
1250
175
1600
200
250
2000
300
2500
350
400
450
500
4000
heater wattage
room sq. ft.
1500
3000
AREA WATTAGE
1.
2.
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Room width x length = Area ft
2
Match area to your space
Lots of windows?
Choose next highest wattage
Warmer climate? Newer home?
Choose next lowest wattage
Single Breaker
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Double Breaker
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240V
 Single room
 Dedicated circuit or
use an existing one
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Multiple rooms or
large remodel
 Dedicated circuit
Max 1000-1500 watts
Practical for small jobs
120V
Max 4000-5000 watts
Best for new installations
▼ Pick installation type
BUILT-IN
WALL
OR
 3° - 5° accuracy
 Easy to install
▼ Pick control type
 1° comfort and accuracy
 Better control
 Energy savings
ELECTRONIC (line voltage)
MECHANICAL (line voltage)
Tools required
Know your voltage
2
Find the right size
1
Choose a thermostat
3
Baseboard install tips
4
Electric baseboard heaters require a
thermostat for temperature control
 There’s no cord—electric
baseboard heaters are hard-
wired with no plug
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Installation is similar to putting
in a new light xture
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Call a pro if you’re not
comfortable running electrical
wire, or can’t identify your voltage
at connection
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT CADET BASEBOARD HEATER
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