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    ptnoble Posts: 42, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 30, 2007, 06:59 PM
    Double pole or single pole thermostat for baseboard heater
    A more specific question here:

    My 240v baseboard heater says it can be wired with a single or double pole thermostat. Since 240v is already "dual pole" with two hots, do I want to stick with a double pole thermostat? Are there advantages/disadvantages to each?

    Thanks.
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    Jul 30, 2007, 07:12 PM
    With 2 pole, it disconnects BOTH Hots. Personally, I feel it is safer, more correct.
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    Jul 30, 2007, 08:45 PM
    I have to agree. A single pole thermostat on at 230 circuit isn't the best place to save a nickel.
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