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bumzy
May 22, 2008, 04:52 PM
Which dimplex thermostat should I use on my 500 w Dimplex baseboard

The single pole dtk-sp or the double pole dtk-dp

The baseboard is in a bathroom

Thank

bumzy

KISS
May 23, 2008, 12:07 AM
Single pole is used for 120 V heaters. Double Pole for 240 Volt heaters.

Your not supposed to switch a neutral wire, but using only one pole of the double pole switch is OK for 120 V heaters.

For 120, the black wire is switched. For 240, both wires are switced.