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Cadet The Hot One Heater — 5,000 Watts, 240 Volts, Model# RCP502S

Item# 32439
Cadet The Hot One Heater — 5,000 Watts, 240 Volts, Model# RCP502S

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Cadet The Hot One Heater — 5,000 Watts, 240 Volts, Model# RCP502S

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  • Built-in double pole thermostat with 40°F to 85°F temperature range
  • Fan-only control for air circulation
  • Wall-mount or floor stand
  • Red

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Product Summary

This Cadet The Hot One® Heater features commercial-grade durability to provide warmth for large, hard-to-heat areas like garages and workshops.

What's Included

  • (1) Heater

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Features + Benefits

  • Built-in double pole thermostat with 40°F to 85°F temperature range
  • Fan-only control for air circulation
  • Wall-mount or floor stand
  • Red

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

32439

Brand

Cadet

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

30.0 LB

Heat Type

Forced Air

Volts

240
AttributeSpecification

Watts

5,000

Amps

30

Remote Included

No

Heat Settings

2

Blower Included

Yes

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  1. Dryer tap off

    Can i tap off my dryer 30 amp breaker. using one at a time. Need too run 70 feet of uf wire to my shed. 10 or 8 gauge wire for that run. thanks

    1. You would need to use a dedicated breaker to comply with NEC codes and for the best performance of the heater.

      It would be recommended to contact an electrician to determine the proper gauge wire for the length you would need.

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    2. Thank you for your question,

      We recommend using a dedicated breaker to comply with NEC code and ensure best performance of the heater.

      Also, due to the length of the run, we recommend consulting an electrician to determine correct gauge wire.

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  2. What are the dimensions of the heater?

    1. This heater measures 15 3/4" wide x 17 1/2" high x 8 1/4" deep.

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    2. Thank you for you question.

      The Hot One RCP502S Heater is 15 3/4" wide x 17 1/2" high x 8 1/4" deep.

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  3. Is it ok to extend the reach of the cord by plugging it into my own 10 gauge extension cord?

    1. Thank you for your question.

      This heater needs to be plugged directly into a 30 amp outlet.

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    2. This unit must be plugged directly into a properly grounded outlet only with no extension cords or power strips.

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  4. Will this run on 208V?

    1. The Cadet The Hot One Heater can only operate on 240 volt.

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    2. Hello and thank you for your question.

      No, do not run this heater on 208 volts. This heater should only be run on 240 volts.

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  5. Can this unit be ceiling mounted?

    1. Not recommended by the manufacturer - maybe due to too much heat build-up at the ceiling?

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    2. This heater can only be wall mounted or placed on the floor.

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  6. What is the sound level, how noisy?

    1. The RCP502S Hot One heater does not have a measured decibel rating currently at this time.

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    2. The Hot One heater does not have a decibel rating. You would want to use it in a commercial setting. It is not recommended in a residential setting.

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  7. what size AWG is the electric cord that feeds the heater? Do you have a Cadet model that is bigger (more BTUs) than this one?

    1. 10 gauge

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    2. This heater is UL approved with a 10 gauge cord. This is the largest model Cadet manufactured.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty