Dimplex TBTK Built-In Baseboard Thermostat Owner’s Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Dimplex
Table of Contents
OWNER’S GUIDE
TBTK
BUILT-IN BASEBOARD THERMOSTAT
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical 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 installing or using this thermostat.
- Use this thermostat only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
- Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater or thermostat.
- To disconnect thermostat turn off power to heater circuit at main disconnect panel.
- Do not operate any thermostat after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at main disconnect panel and have thermostat inspected by a qualified electrician before reusing.
- A thermostat has arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are stored.
NOTE: If you are uncomfortable working with electricity, running
electrical supply wire or installing a circuit breaker, please consult a
licensed electrician.
Make sure power to the heater is turned off at the main disconnect panel
whenever doing any work on a heater. Serious injury or electrocution can
result from electric shock.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
KNOW YOUR VOLTAGE!
Unanswered questions? Call Dimplex technical support team at 888-DIMPLEX (888-346-7539).
TOOLS REQUIRED OR YOU MAY NEED
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Wiring procedures and connections should be in accordance with the National Electric Code (CEC & NEC) and local codes.
- Use copper conductors only.
- Use only on T series baseboard heaters.
- Turn off power to heater at main disconnect panel.
- Connect grounding lead to grounding screw provided on the heater.
- Use wire connectors (not included) for all connections.
- A double-pole thermostat has an OFF setting. A single-pole thermostat does not.
TIPS BEFORE YOU BEGIN
- Verify power has been turned off before starting any work!
- Follow the instructions in your Baseboard Owner’s Guide (included with your heater) until prompted to make thermostat connections.
- IMPORTANT: If wiring on the left side, cut ONLY ONE factory connection and ONLY on the side you will be wiring!
PARTS OF YOUR THERMOSTAT
SINGLE POLE (2-WIRE) TBTK-SP – 240/208 or 208 VOLT
A. Connect one supply wire to the red thermostat wire.
B. Connect the black thermostat wire to one of the heater wires.
C. Connect the remaining supply wire to the remaining heater wire.
Wrap supply (white) wire with black tape to identify it as hot!
Tuck all the wires back into the individual wiring compartments, and make sure
the connections are tight. Attach with small screw at bottom.
Proceed to OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
DOUBLE POLE (4-WIRE) TBTK-DP – 240/208 or 208 VOLT
A. Connect the two black thermostat wires to the two loose heater wires.
B. Connect the two hot supply wires to the two red thermostat wires.
Wrap supply (white) wire with black tape to identify it as hot!
Tuck all the wires back into the individual wiring compartments, and make sure
the connections are tight. Attach with small screw at bottom.
Proceed to OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
MULTIPLE BASEBOARDS WITH ONE THERMOSTAT
Multiple baseboards can be wired in parallel on the same circuit (check
national and local codes for safety requirements). Additional electrical
supply wire and cable clamp connectors are required. The heaters must be in
the same room.
The maximum amperage load you can put on one circuit breaker is limited to
either 80% of the circuit breaker capacity, or the maximum amperage rating of
the thermostat, whichever is lower.
Cut one factory connection on each baseboard on the side you will be wiring.
Two sets of electrical supply wire go through two cable clamp connectors of
aseboard #1. One set of wires goes to the power supply and the other set goes
to baseboard #2.
There are two supply ground wires. You’ll need another short piece of copper
wire to make the 3-wire connection with the ground screw in baseboard #1.
TBTK-SP
A. Connect one supply wire to the red thermostat wire.
B. Connect the black thermostat wire to one wire from each heater.
C. Connect the remaining wire from each heater to the remaining supply wire.
D. Make a 3-wire connection with the two supply ground wires and the ground screw in heater #1.
For 240 or 208 volt, both black and white supply wires are hot. Wrap supply
(white) wires with black tape to identify them as hot!
See Baseboard Owner’s Guide for baseboard #2 connections.
TBTK-DP
A. Connect each of the two supply wires coming directly from the power supply, to each of the red thermostat wires.
B. Connect one black thermostat wire to one wire from each heater.
C. Connect the remaining black thermostat wire to the remaining wire from each heater.
D. Make a 3-wire connection with the two supply ground wires and the ground screw in heater #1.
For 240 or 208 volt, both black and white supply wires are hot. Wrap supply
(white) wires with black tape to identify them as hot!
See Baseboard Owner’s Guide for baseboard #2 connections.
Tuck all the wires back into the individual wiring compartments, and make sure
the connections are tight. Attach with small screw at bottom.
Proceed to OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure all wires are properly connected and installation is complete before
you turn on the heater.
Turn power back on at the main disconnect panel.
- Turn the thermostat knob all the way to the right.
- When the room reaches your comfort level, turn the knob/shaft to the left, just until it clicks and the heater turns off. The heater will automatically keep the room temperature at this setting.
- To reduce the room temperature, turn the knob to the left. To increase the room temperature, turn the knob to the right.
WARRANTY
Dimplex North America warrants the TBTK Thermostat and components of the
enclosed product against any defect in material or workmanship for a period of
five years from the date of purchase. In full satisfaction of any claims under
this Warranty, Dimplex North America will repair or replace without charge, in
its factory or in the field as it alone may decide, any parts which in its
opinion are defective.
Dimplex North America shall not be responsible for any transportation or
shipping costs in relation to such repair or replacement except as
specifically assumed by it. Misuse of this product or repairs by persons other
than the Dimplex North America’s authorized personnel without the Dimplex
North America’s written approval, will void this Warranty.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties or conditions whether
expressed or implied including but not limited to those of merchantability or
fitness for purpose and shall constitute the sole remedy of the Purchaser and
the sole liability of Dimplex North America in respect of the sale of the
product, whether in the nature of breach or breach of fundamental term, or of
negligence or otherwise.
Dimplex North America shall not be liable for any special, indirect or
consequential damages or for any damages resulting from removal or replacement
of a TBTK Thermostat subject to warranty claim without the Dimplex North
America’s authorization.
This Warranty is transferable by the original consumer purchaser of the
product. Any claims under this Warranty must be submitted in writing to the
Service Manager, Dimplex North America Ltd., 1367 Industrial Rd., Cambridge,
Ontario N3H 4W3, Canada.
To register your product, visit www.dimplex.com
Reduce-Reuse-Recycle
This product is made primarily of recyclable materials. You can reduce your
carbon footprint by recycling this product at the end of its useful life.
Contact your local recycling support center for further recycling
instructions.
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