Did you know that alCove cover heaters can alleviate the need to use a baseboard heater to heat your home? If you have baseboard heaters, then you know they take up valuable wall space and can present challenges when placing furniture in a room.
alCove heaters are mounted near the ceiling, eliminating furniture placement problems.
BEFORE YOU START
- Turn power off at the breaker.
- Determine that the baseboard heater was on a dedicated circuit. alCove cove heaters require a dedicated circuit.
Note: Compare the amperage of the baseboard heater with the amperage of the alCove cove heater(s). If the amperage of alCove cove heater(s) is greater than the baseboard, ensure the total load will not exceed breaker size.
REPLACING THE BASEBOARD HEATER
- Remove the baseboard heater from the wall.
- Remove the thermostat used with the baseboard heater.
- Install alCove Cover Heater
- Install the alCove thermostat and make electrical connections as per thermostat installation instructions.
The installation of this heating product shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 or the National Electrical Code (US) whichever is applicable. This equipment shall be installed only by qualified personnel who are familiar with the construction and operation of the apparatus and risks involved.