King Electric KTW1215-HLS-RG-W KTW Horizontal Vertical Kick Space Heater Installation Guide
- October 30, 2023
- KING ELECTRIC
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King Electric KTW1215-HLS-RG-W KTW Horizontal Vertical Kick Space Heater
Installation Guide
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READ ALL WIRE SIZING, VOLTAGE REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY DATA TO AVOID PROPERTY DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY
WARNING
Read Carefully – These instructions are written in an effort to prevent
potential difficulties that might arise during installation. Studying the
instructions first may save you considerable time and money later. Observing
the following procedures will keep installation time to a minimum.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical heating appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
- Read all instructions before wiring or using this heater.
- WARNING: This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, boxes, etc., and curtains at least 3 ft (.9 m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear.
- CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
- Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at service panel and have heater inspected by qualified electrician for repair before reusing.
- Do not use outdoors.
- WARNING: To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF, and turn OFF power to heater circuit at main disconnect panel.
- WARNING: Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage to the heater.
Figure 2
8. To prevent a possible of fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any
manner.
9. A heater has hot and arching or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in
areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable vapors or liquids are used or
stored.
10. WARNING: Use this heater only as described in this manual.
Any other use is not recommended by the manufacturer and may cause fire,
electric shock, explosion or injury to people and or property.
11. This heater includes a over-temperature safety device that stops the
heater from operating. Immediately turn heater that may have blocked the
airflow or otherwise caused the high temperatures to have occurred
temperatures.
KTW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 3
Selecting A Location For Your Heater: KTW
This heater has been designed to allow it to be recessed at floor level in the toe space of cabinets or under counters or at the base of walls. When selecting the location, be sure the materials that will be located in the air heated by this heater (such as floor coverings) will not distort or discolor at temperatures above 1400F + (600C). DO NOT select a location directly beneath sinks or other work areas where people are likely to stand for extended periods of time. This heater must have an unrestricted airflow. DO NOT select a location where it is likely to be blocked by furniture, throw rugs, etc.
Be sure the location selected allows sufficient space for the heater as shown by Table 2. DO NOT locate this heater in an area where combustible vapors, gases liquids, or excessive lint, dust or moisture is present.
The wire and breaker sizing chart will give a general rule of installation
size.
Consult an electrician if you are not knowledgeable about wiring codes.
Wire and Breaker Sizing:
Table 2
WIRING: Branch Circuit Connection
- Connect heater only to the voltage, amperage and frequency specified on the nameplate.
- Wiring procedures and connections shall be in accordance with all National and local codes having jurisdiction.
- Remove the two screws holding the grille in place & set grille aside retaining the screws.
- Removing the two screws holding the cover in place on each side of the heater will allow you access to the wiring compartment.
- A knockout of 1/2 inch conduit size (7/8 inch / 2.2cm) is provided in the back and side of the heater for power to enter. Provide proper conduit connectors for your flexible connections.
- Attach ground to the green wire attached to wall case with a wire nut.
- Assemble all covers on electrical and apply power. Test unit by turning thermostat up past room temperature. You will see a puff of smoke as the elements are energized and the fan turns on. This is a normal burn off of manufacturing lubricants and will dissipate in 5 minutes.
- Heater will continue to run until the room temperature you set is reached and then turn itself off until the temperature drops again.
CAUTION – High temperature. Risk of fire, keep electrical cords, drapery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater as well as away from the side and rear.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the heater.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This heater is equipped with a patented thermal overload called Smart Limit Protection. It disconnects elements and motor in the event normal operating temperatures are PROTECTION exceeded. If the thermal overload trips due to abnormal operating temperatures, the thermal overload will remain open until manually reset by turning the heater OFF for fifteen minutes. Inspect for any objects on or adjacent to the heater that may cause high temperatures.
After inspecting the heater, keep the power to the heater off for 10 minutes to reset the SLP thermal protector. If the SLP thermal protector shuts the heater off again, immediately turn the heater OFF at the circuit breaker and inspect the heater for possible fan motor failure or dirt and lint on the heating element. Repeat the starting procedure.
General information and Guidelines:
This heater must be properly installed before it is used.
DO NOT tamper with or change the operating of this heater. All service should
be preformed by a authorized service representative.
Only replace components with King approved replacement parts.
Operation
- This heater must be properly installed in accordance with the National Electrical Codes (NEC) & local electrical codes before it is used.
- After the electric heater has been completely installed, all thermostats should be turned to LOW or NO HEAT. Turn ON breakers, wait 3 to 5 minutes and check to see that the heaters are not operating. If operating, disconnect power and check for improper wiring. If none are operating then turn thermostats to highest position and wait 3 to 5 minutes. Check to see that all heaters are operating. Should any not be operating, disconnect power and check wiring.
- Allow entire system to operate steadily for 1/2 hour. This should remove oily residue from manufacturing. (Some smoking may occur).
- Select the setting for comfort on all thermostats.
- A safety limit control is provided to turn off the heater automatically if it is blocked or otherwise overheats due to an abnormal condition. DO NOT bypass or remove this safety device from the electrical circuit-see Warning Figure 3 on page 2. During normal use, this safety control should not operate. If you find that this control is operating, make sure the heater is not being blocked. If it continues to cycle the heater off, disconnect power to heater and have it checked and repaired by a qualified electrician.
Maintenance & Cleaning
Basic maintenance is listed below. All other servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel. Your heater will give you years of service and comfort with only minimum care. To assure efficient operation clean the unit via the simple instructions below. Cleaning should be preformed annually.
DANGER: Turn the electrical power OFF at the electrical panel board (circuit breaker or fuse box) and lock or tag this panel board door to prevent someone from turning on power while you are working on this heater. Failure to do so could result in serious electrical shock, burns, or possible death.
- Before removing grill, turn the electrical power OFF and elements to cool. Circuit breakers are often not marked correctly am turning the wrong breaker off could mean electricity is flowing to the heater, even if the heater does not appear to be working. If you ae uncomfortable working with electrical appliances, unable to follow these guidelines, or do not have the necessary equipment, consult a qualified electrician. Once you verify the power is off completely and element is cool, proceed to the next step.
- Remove screws and take off grill. Wash grille with hot soapy water and dry immediately
- Using a hair dryer or vacuum on blow cycle, blow debris back through the element. Do not touch element. Vacuum or use a soft brush and remove lose debris without touching the elements. The fan motor does not require lubrication.
- Re-attach grill and secure with screws.
- Turn thermostat to desired setting.
- Turn power back ON at the electrical panel board.
WARNING: All other servicing should be performed by an authorized service personnel.
Remote Wall Thermostat
Connection Diagram for Wall Mounted Single Pole Thermostat
- Red thermostat wire to black power supply wire.
- Black thermostat wire to black heater wire.
- White power supply wire to white heater wire.
- Connect all bare ground wires together.
Connection Diagram for Wall Mounted Double Pole Thermostat
- Connect the two red thermostat wires to the black and white power supply wires.
- Connect the two black thermostat wires to the black and white heater wires. Connect all the bare ground wires together.
Warranty Information
King Electrical Manufacturing Company will repair or replace, without charge to the original owner, any KT Series Toe Space ‘Eater found to be defective or malfunctioning within I year of installation. If the product becomes defective, contact King at 206-762-0400 for instructions on how to replace heater. Do not return the heater to the store. All returned goods require a Returned Goods Authorization. This warranty requires the owner or his agent install the heater in accordance with these instruction, the National Electrical Code and any other applicable heating or electrical codes. It further requires that reasonable and necessary maintenance be performed on the unit. The company is not liable for abuse or misuse of product. King Electrical Manufacturing Company is not responsible for replacement of discolored flooring material due to hot air from this heater. Suitable installation and placement selection for this heater is the responsibility of the installer and the end user.
KING ELECTRIC MFG CO 9131 10TH AVENUE SOUTH SENILE, WA 98108 PI-1:206 762 0400 FAX: 206 763 7738 www.king-electric.com
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