Cadet COM-PAK MAX CM192 User manual

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VERSATILE, MULTI-WATT WARMTH
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all instructions before
installing or using this heater.
2. 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, etc. and curtains
at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from
the front of the heater and keep
them away from the sides.
3. Extreme caution is necessary
when any heater is used by or near
children or invalids and whenever
the heater is left operating and
unattended.
4. Do not operate any heater after
it malfunctions. Disconnect
power at service panel and have
heater inspected by a reputable
electrician before reusing.
5. Do not use outdoors.
6. To disconnect heater, turn
control(s) to o󰀨, and turn o󰀨
power to heater circuit at main
disconnect panel.
7. 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.
8. To prevent a possible fire, do not
block air intakes or exhaust in any
manner.
9. A heater has hot and arcing or
sparking parts inside. Do not use
it in areas where gasoline, paint,
or flammable vapors or liquids are
used or stored.
10. Use this heater only as
described in this manual. Any
other use not recommended by
the manufacturer may cause
fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
11. The heater must be installed in a
fixed, permanent location.
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:
KNOW YOUR VOLTAGE!
120 volt
single-pole breaker
240 volt
double-pole breaker
Com-Pak Max Models With Built-in Thermostat: Use only with Vertical Grill (sold
separately) and mount vertically or horizontally.
• Wall thermostat not required
Com-Pak Max Models Without Thermostat: Use with Horizontal or Vertical Grill
(sold separately) and mount horizontally or vertically.
• Required for use with horizontal grill
• Wall thermostat required
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 o󰀨 at the main disconnect panel whenever doing any work
on a heater. Serious injury or electrocution can result from electric shock.
• CHECK YOUR BREAKER! If you’re replacing an existing heater, check the labels
of the old heater and use the same voltage.
Unanswered questions? Call our technical support team in Vancouver, Washington
toll free at 855.223.3887 or from outside the US 360.693.2505.
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WARNING: Connecting a heater to a voltage higher than what’s listed on its rating
label will destroy the heater and could start a fire. A heater will not heat properly
when connected to a voltage lower than what’s listed on its rating label.

TOOLS REQUIRED
Tape Measure
Straight and Phillips
Screwdrivers1½" Wood ScrewsWire Strippers Wire Connectors
½" Cable Clamp
Connector
Volt Meter
Drill and Drill Bits
Stud Finder
A multi-purpose tool or something to cut your existing drywall or gypsum board.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. All electrical work and materials must
comply with the National Electric
Code (NEC), the Occupational
Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and
all state and local codes.
2. Use copper conductors only.
3. DO NOT install the heater directly
above bathtub or sink. DO NOT
install in shower stall area. Cadet
recommends installing your heater
at least 2 feet (61 cm) away to
prevent contact with water.
4. Heater must be installed in a wall
can:
Model CM - wall can model CC or
CCSM
5. DO NOT install the heater in a floor,
in the ceiling, below a towel bar,
behind a door, or anywhere the air
discharge may be blocked in any
manner.
6. To reduce the risk of fire, do not
store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vi-
cinity of the heater.
7. Connect grounding lead to
grounding screw provided. Keep all
foreign objects out of heater.
8. 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 and away from the side
and rear.
PARTS OF YOUR HEATER
built-in
thermostat
heater element
fan and
motor
3
Vertical Mount
With Thermostat Horizontal Mount No Thermostat
reset
button
reset button
fan and
motor

• Verify power has been turned o󰀨 before starting any work!
• The Com-Pak Max can only be mounted with the element up or to the left. It cannot be mounted in
the ceiling or in the floor. For multiple heater wiring, see page 6.
• For cleaner performance and longer heater life, install your heater 12 inches (30.5 cm) from the
floor.
• All models can be installed to be Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant. Check your state
and local requirements.
• The wall can label arrows show the correct mounting orientation (arrows must point up).
• A wall thermostat is required for ALL models without a built-in thermostat (CM152, CM158, CM192,
CM198) and horizontally mounted units must use a wall thermostat. A Cadet electronic thermostat
is recommended for ultimate control and comfort.
If you haven’t installed drywall yet, make sure the front of the wall can extends beyond the front edge of
the wall stud to match the drywall depth (See Figure 3).
If you already have drywall installed, place the can into the cutout so the front is flush with the drywall.
Fasten the wall can to the stud with two screws through holes provided in the wall can (See Figure 3).
As an option, the foam pad provided may be attached to the side of the wall can to square the wall can
to the stud.
STEP 3 Mount the wall can
STEP 1 Cut a hole in the wall next to a wall stud
attach foam pad here
STEP 2 Locate or route electrical supply wires
Route the electrical supply wire from the circuit breaker to the heater location.
Remove a knockout from the wall can (best location is closest to heater wires) and attach the supply
wire with a cable clamp connector (not included) leaving a minimum of 6 inches (15.2 cm) wire lead
(See Figure 3).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 3
View from top of wall can
If you haven’t installed drywall yet, skip this step.
TIPS BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Figure 2
front of wall can extends beyond front
edge of wall stud to match drywall depth
drywall
wall
stud
twist with screwdriver
to remove one of the
knockouts
attach supply wire
with a cable clamp
connector
fasten with 2
wood screws
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Figure 1
Vertical - Element at top Horizontal - Element at left

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSERT THE HEATER ASSEMBLY IN THE WALL CAN
Wire connections
STEP 4
1. Your heater has two connection wires on the bottom.
Your supply wire has two connection wires and a supply
ground wire.
A. Connect supply ground wire to grounding screw in
wall can (See Figure 6).
B. Connect one supply wire to one heater wire with a
wire connector (not included).
For 240 or 208 volts, it doesn’t matter which
heater wire. Both supply wires (black and white)
are hot. Wrap supply (white) wire with black tape
to identify it as hot (Figure 6).
C. Connect the remaining supply wire to the
remaining heater wire with a wire connector (not
included) (See Figure 6).
240 Volt Figure 6
wall can
5
A
B
C
HOW TO CHANGE WATTS (WIRE CONFIGURATIONS)
Multi-watt element wire connections
All models are factory set to maximum wattage (See Figures 4 and 5). If you don't need to lower the
wattage, proceed to Step 4. You can lower the wattage by changing the element wire connections on
the left side of the heater assembly (See below). When finished, proceed to Step 4.
Figure 4
No change
Disconnect and cut wire with Blue Connector at
Terminal B. Cap loose end with wire connector
or wrap with electrical tape. Move Yellow
Connector from Terminal Ato Terminal B.
Disconnect and cut wire with Blue Connector at
Terminal B. Cap loose end with wire connector
or wrap with electrical tape. Move Yellow
Connector from Terminal Cto Terminal B.
Cut jumper wire between terminals Aand C.
Cap loose ends with wire connector or wrap
with electrical tape. Remove connectors at
Terminals Band C. Move Yellow Connector
from Terminal Ato Terminal B.
Cut jumper wire between terminals Aand C.
Remove connectors at Terminals Band C.
Cap loose ends with wire connector or wrap
with electrical tape.
D
A
B
C
CM192/CM198
1900
1500
1100
700
400
WIRE CONFIGURATION
DESIRED WATTAGE
FACTORY SET
AT 1900 WATTS
NEVER DISCONNECT THE BLUE CONNECTOR FROM TERMINAL “D”
072512A
D
B
C
FACTORY SET
AT 1500 WATTS
NEVER DISCONNECT THE BLUE CONNECTOR FROM TERMINAL “D”
No change
Disconnect and cut wire with Blue
Connector at Terminal B. Cap loose
end with wire connector or wrap
with electrical tape.
Disconnect and cut wire with Blue
Connector at Terminal B. Cap loose
end with wire connector or wrap
with electrical tape. Move yellow
connector from Terminal Cto
Terminal B
CM152/CM158
1500
800
700
WIRE CONFIGURATION
DESIRED WATTAGE
072511A
For MODELS CM192 and CM198 1900 Watt Conguration Shown
For MODELS CM152 and CM158 1500 Watt Conguration Shown
Figure 5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 7
this set of
wires from
the circuit
breaker
additional
copper wire
added here
to grounding
screw
MULTIPLE HEATERS ON ONE CIRCUIT BREAKER (240 OR 208 VOLTS ONLY)
1. Route the electrical supply wire from the circuit breaker to heater #1. Remove two knockouts and
attach two sets of electrical supply wire with two cable clamp connectors (not included) leaving a
minimum of 6 inches wire lead—one set from the circuit breaker, the other set to heater #2 (See
Figure 7).
2. The two supply ground wires in the wall can of heater #1 need to make a 3-wire connection with the
grounding screw. Attach a short copper ground wire to the grounding screw in the wall can. Connect
this wire and the two supply ground wires with a wire connector (not included) (See Figure 7).
3. For heater #1, connect each heater wire with one of the supply wires going to the circuit breaker,
and one of the supply wires going to heater #2. Each of the wires from heater #1 must have a 3-wire
connection. For heater #2, make the connections in the wall can as shown below.
More than one heater can be wired in parallel on the same circuit breaker (be sure to 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.
Maximum amperage you can put on one circuit breaker is limited to 80% of the circuit breaker capacity.
this set of wires
from heater #1
heater #1
(back)
heater #2
(back)
this set of wires
to heater #2
After making all connections, go to STEP 4 Wire connections, number 2 above.
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Install grill
STEP 5
Attach grill with screws provided. Slide thermostat knob onto shaft if you have a model with a built-in
thermostat. Turn electrical power back on at the main disconnect panel.
Proceed to OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
More frequently asked questions on our website here: cadetheat.com/support/FAQ
For 240 or 208
volts pictured,
both supply
wires (black and
white) are hot.
Wrap supply
(white) wires
with black tape
to identify them
as hot.
2. Insert the bottom edge of the heater assembly into the D-shaped tabs at the bottom of the wall can.
For heaters mounted with the element at left, insert the right edge of the heater assembly into the half
round slots (D-shaped tabs) on the right side of the wall can
3. Push all wires back into the bottom (or right side) of the wall can. Make sure connections are tight
and none of the wires are caught between the motor and the wall can, or pinched between the side of
the heater and the wall can.
4. Attach the heater assembly at top (or left side) of the wall can with screw provided.
Wire connections
STEP 4

WARRANTY
For more e󰀨ective and safer operation and to prolong the
life of the heater, read the Owner’s Guide and follow the
instructions. Failure to properly maintain the heater will
void any warranty and may cause the heater to function
improperly.
LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY: Cadet will repair
or replace any Com-Pak Max (CM) heater found to be
defective within three years after the date of purchase.
These warranties do not apply:
1. Damage occurs to the product through improper
installation or incorrect supply voltage;
2. Damage occurs to the product through improper
maintenance, misuse, abuse, accident, or alteration;
3. The use of unauthorized accessories or unauthorized
components constitutes an alteration and voids all
warranties. Refer to Cadet website or call customer
service at 855.223.3887 or 360.693.2505 for list of
authorized accessories and components.
4. Cadet’s warranty is limited to repair or replacement.
5. In the event Cadet elects to replace any part of your
Cadet product, the replacement parts are subject to
the same warranties as the product. The installation
of replacement parts does not modify or extend the
underlying warranties. Replacement or repair of
any Cadet product or part does not create any new
warranties.
If you believe your Cadet product is defective, please
contact Cadet during the warranty period, for instructions
on how to have the repair or replacement processed.
Parts and Service
Visit cadetheat.com/parts-service for information on
where to obtain parts and service.
To register your product, visit cadetheat.com/product-registration
INTERNAL HEATER WIRING DIAGRAMS
1. Make sure all wires are properly
connected and installation is com-
plete before you turn on the heater.
2. Do not operate without grill.
3. Do not tamper with the high-
temperature safety shuto󰀨.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Complete installation
After installation, turn your thermostat to the highest setting and let the heater run for 30 minutes.
Some smoking may occur as the element initially burns o󰀨 residue from manufacturing.
If your heater shows signs of overheating, such as glowing red or repeatedly getting unusually hot and
shutting o󰀨, immediately turn o󰀨 the circuit breaker and review the “KNOW YOUR VOLTAGE” section
or call us.
If the high-temperature safety shuto󰀨 trips more than once a day, replace the heater.
WITH BUILT-IN THERMOSTAT WITHOUT THERMOSTAT
How to operate your heater
The room temperature is controlled by a thermostat located either on the wall, or on the heater. Once
installation is complete and power is on, follow the steps below for your thermostat.
If you have a wall or built-in thermostat with a knob:
1. Turn the thermostat knob all the way to the right.
2. When the room reaches your comfort level, turn the knob to the left, just until it clicks and the
heater turns o󰀨. The heater will automatically keep the room temperature around this setting.
3. To reduce the room temperature, turn the knob to the left. To increase the room temperature,
turn the knob to the right.
If you have an electronic wall thermostat, follow the instructions in the programming and operating
guide included with your thermostat.
TERMOSTATO OPCIONAL
DE UN SOLO POLO
INTERRUPTOR
LIMITE DE ALTA
TEMPERATURE
DE REGLAJE
MANUAL
RESET
HIGH TEMP
LIMIT
A
C
B
HEATING ELEMENT
MOTOR
L1 L2
OPTIONAL
SINGLE POLE
THERMOSTAT1
3
D
A
C
B
ELEMENTO CALENTADOR
MOTOR
L1 L2
1
3
D
MANUAL
RESET
HIGH TEMP
LIMIT
HEATING ELEMENT
MOTOR
L1 L2
FOR USE WITH
WALL MOUNTED
THERMOSTAT
C
B
D
TERMOSTATO OPCIONAL
DE UN SOLO POLO
INTERRUPTOR
LIMITE DE ALTA
TEMPERATURE
DE REGLAJE
MANUAL
RESET
HIGH TEMP
LIMIT
C
B
HEATING ELEMENT
MOTOR
L1 L2
OPTIONAL
SINGLE POLE
THERMOSTAT1
3
D
A
C
B
ELEMENTO CALENTADOR
MOTOR
L1 L2
1
3
D
MANUAL
RESET
HIGH TEMP
LIMIT
HEATING ELEMENT
MOTOR
L1 L2
FOR USE WITH
WALL MOUNTED
THERMOSTAT
A
C
B
D
Com-Pak Max Models
CM152T and CM158T
Com-Pak Max Models
CM152 and CM158
Com-Pak Max Models
CM192T and CM198T
Com-Pak Max Models
CM192 and CM198

MAINTAINING YOUR HEATER
Clean heater at least every 6 months or as required. Do not lubricate motor.
WARNING – Risk of electrical shock, turn o󰀨 power before removing grill.
1. Turn o󰀨 power at the main disconnect panel.
2. Wait for the heater to cool.
3. Remove knobs and grill.
4. Wash grill with hot soapy water and dry.
5. Blow air through the heating element with a
hair dryer or shop vacuum on blow cycle.
6. Clean the fan with a vacuum cleaner.
7. Replace grill and knobs.
8. Turn power back on at the main disconnect
panel.
Any service other than cleaning should be performed by an authorized service
representative.
High-temperature safety shuto󰀨
All Com-Pak Max heaters come with a built-in high-temperature safety shuto󰀨 that stops electricity
flowing to the heater if it gets too hot inside. See TROUBLESHOOTING below if you’re experiencing
problems with your heater.
Symptom Problem Solution
TROUBLESHOOTING
Heater smells
after installation
or not being
used.
1. Odor from element
manufacturing process.
2. Dust or lint inside the
heater.
3. Supply connections are
loose.
1. In a new installation, some smoking may occur as the element
initially burns o󰀨 residue from manufacturing. It typically goes
away within several hours.
2. Clean heater (see “MAINTAINING YOUR HEATER” above for
instructions).
3. Turn o󰀨 power at main disconnect panel. Inspect and/or
tighten all the wire connectors inside the heater and at any
connection points.
Heater doesn’t
work at all. 1. Thermostat is set too low.
2. Heater has tripped its
built-in high-temperature
safety shuto󰀨 and electric-
ity has stopped flowing to
the heater.
3. Grill pressed against
reset button, tripping
high temperature safety
shuto󰀨.
4. Circuit breaker is faulty.
5. Supply connections are
loose.
6. Defective thermostat.
1. Adjust thermostat to a higher temperature until heater
operates.
2. TO RESET: Turn power o󰀨 at main disconnect panel. Allow 10
minutes to cool. Make sure heater is not blocked and is clean.
Push reset button. Restore power. If the high-temperature
safety shuto󰀨 trips more than once a day, replace the heater.
3. Adjust grill so louvers do not press against reset button.
4. Call a licensed electrician.
5. Turn o󰀨 power at main disconnect panel. Inspect and/or
tighten all the wire connectors inside the heater and at any
connection points.
6. Replace the heater.
Breaker trips
immediately
after installing
heater.
1. A short circuit exists in the
electrical supply wires or
heater wiring.
2. Circuit is overloaded.
3. Circuit breaker is faulty.
1. An incorrect connection in the heater or electrical supply wires
may cause sparking or arcing. Inspect all heater and electrical
supply wiring insulation for damage or call an electrician.
2. Use a lower wattage heater, or reduce the number of heaters
on the circuit.
3. Call a licensed electrician.
Heater blows
cold air or
doesn’t get hot.
1. Element has failed.
2. Incorrect supply voltage. 1. Replace heater. 2. Double check the voltage of the heater to make sure it
matches the voltage of the circuit.
Heater doesn’t
turn o󰀨. 1. Incorrect heater wattage for room size.
2. Defective thermostat.
3. Thermostat wired
incorrectly to heater.
1. Install additional heaters if circuit allows.
2. Adjust thermostat to its lowest setting. If heater continues to
run (allow two minutes for the thermostat to respond), and
room temperature is greater than 50º F; replace the thermostat.
3. Refer to thermostat installation guide and correct wiring.
Built-in high-
temperature
safety shuto󰀨
keeps tripping.
1. Airflow is blocked.
2. Dust, lint or other matter
has accumulated inside
heater.
3. Fan or motor is jammed.
1. Remove obstruction(s). Maintain minimum distances (See
Page 2).
2. Clean heater (see “Maintenance” section for instructions).
3. Remove obstruction, and press heater manual reset button
(see “Operating” section for instructions).
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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.
Rev 12/19/19 #730082
If you are uncomfortable working with electricity, running electrical supply
wire or installing a circuit breaker, please consult a licensed electrician.
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