If so, do you know where I could find instructions on how to install it to code?
2007-11-17 10:18:33 · 3 answers · asked by dat 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It's electric and I'm tired of constantly having to adjust the dial and thus the thermostat
2007-11-17 10:44:18 · update #1
get a thermostat that uses line voltage and just wire it into the main hot wire going in. Yes it is safe and legal. The wiring may need to meet local codes and they vary. Call your local building dept.
2007-11-17 11:10:45 · answer #1 · answered by ronnny 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think a little more information would be needed to answer your question. Is it forced hot water from a boiler? Is it electric? Why do you need a thermostat if there's already a control on the baseboard? Do you mean to install a temperature gauge to tell how hot the water is in the pipe?
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The only way I can think to do it is with a line voltage thermostat. Either you can run a cable from the heater itself or from the basement (if on the first floor) or attic (if on the top floor) to put a thermostat, in series, where you want it. This can be rather involved if it necessitates snaking a cable through a wall, but if its run on the surface (such as in wire mold or a baseboard cover) it could be fairly straightforward I'm not sure on internet sources, but I would go directly to the electrical code or an electrical handbook to find out the code requirements in your area (most likely NEC).
That being said, you should probably higher an electrician if you have any doubts.
2007-11-17 18:37:13 · answer #2 · answered by Vegan Death Squad 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah you can do that. I am not sure myself how to do it but the person who answered above me seems to know what he is talking about. I have seen it in several houses.
2007-11-17 19:36:34 · answer #3 · answered by onemocc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋