Cadet #08122 White Double Pole Thermostat Review

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(More customer reviews)This product arrived in excellent condition and worked properly when installed. The ease of installation makes this product very nice to work with.

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White, Double Pole Wall Mount Thermostat, Off Setting, Controls 120/208/240 V Electric Heaters, Easy To Install For New Construction Or Replacement, Rated At 22A, Bimetal Sensor With Snap Action Switch, Temperature Range: 50 To 90 Degree, Fits Standard Outlet Box.

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HONEYWELL TL8230A1003 Thermostat Electric Heat Digital 7 day programmable Review

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(More customer reviews)I received my order of 5 Honeywell TL8230A1003 Electric Heat Thermostat Line Voltage Digital 7 day programmable thermostats one week after I placed the order. The units arrived well packaged, are solidly built and are much nicer and smaller than they appear onscreen. I had a licensed electrician install all 5 a week ago, replacing my 25-year-old units. The electrician had never seen this particular thermostat before, but because of the straightforward installation guide coupled with his experience, it only took about 20 minutes to install the first unit, and about 15 for each of the remaining 4. Within minutes I had them all programmed!
The Honeywell TL8230A1003 Electric Heat Thermostat Line Voltage Digital 7 day programmable thermostats are incredibly easy to program, and have icons that correspond to different functions (i.e., comfort mode, night mode, away/vacation, manual, etc.). I consider myself to be very "tech-savvy" and don't like to read manuals if I don't have to. With this product, I was able to figure out how to use every function, with minimal time, and without having to study the instructions (which, by the way, is just a front-to-back insert). Further, because they are connected to the heating unit power supply, there are no batteries to change. The only down side to this is that in the event of a power outage, I believe all the programming will need to re-done. Still, it's a minor inconvenience.
The most wonderful thing about these thermostats is the ability to program 4 different times for each day of the week. Though they come pre-programmed, re-programming is completely customizable. For example, for Monday and Tuesday, I can set the three downstairs units to come on at 5AM, go off just before I leave home, come on again an hour before I return and go off again an hour after I go to bed. I set the living room and dining room units to only come on in the evening. For Saturday, I program a totally different set of times, and on Sunday, yet another set of times. The thermostat also has an "On/Off" switch that allows me to turn them off if I don't want the timed setting(s) to come on, as well as a "manual" function that allows me to completely override the programmed setting and increase or decrease the desired temperature. The thermostat is also EXTREMELY QUIET when switching on and off in timed modes, and has a backlighting feature accessible by a long bar-type button on the face of the unit - perfect for checking temps in the dark. Each of the setting buttons is made of non-slip rubber so fingers won't accidentally slide off during programming. The buttons are small, though, and there is no backlighting for the buttons. The only caveat is to be careful not to press the "clear" button unless you actually WANT to clear a setting. This button is not in a separate area of the unit, and I inadvertently cleared one of the programmed times.
All in all, I am very satisfied with this product. What a great feeling to wake up in the morning or come home in the evening to a warm home! And the cost savings as a result of being able to use heat only when and where I need it are sure to be another benefit. I'm so pleased with these new thermostats that I've recommended them to two of my neighbors/friends, and I expect that they will purchase new sets within the next couple of weeks!
To summarize,
Pros:
Small and sleek
Easy and quick to install by licensed technician
Easy-to-understand icons
Nice "green-glow" backlight
Fully customizable programming - up to 4 time settings for each day of the week
Programming buttons have non-slip surfaces
On/Off switch
Extremely quiet
No batteries to replace - ever!
Cons:
No battery backup
Programming buttons are small and not backlit
"Clear" button is not in separate area of the unit


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The Honeywell TL8230A1003 LineVoltPRO digital programmable thermostat features precise comfort control, a sophisticated design and high-end programming features. It is a double pole unit designed for use with electric baseboards, convectors and fan forced heaters.
Pre-Set Program Schedule The Honeywell TL8230A1003 digital programmable thermostat allows you to change the schedule to conform to your lifestyle. It features a pre-set 7-day program that can result in up to 15% energy savings if maintained.
Peace of Mind The TL8230A1003 line voltage thermostat features an on/off switch so that the unit can be turned off at the end of the heating season.
Easy-to-Read Display Screen An on-demand backlight allows you to read the screen easily in various lighting conditions.
Comfort Just in Time The programmed temperature is reached by the programmed time with an early start feature.

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GE 59797 Wall Switch & Outlet Combo Single Pole, White Review

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(More customer reviews)Not much to say on this one - used it to replace an old broken light switch and now it works.

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GE 59797 Wall Switch & Outlet Single Pole White.

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Lux Products ELV4 Programmable Line Voltage Thermostat Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this thermostat (four of them actually) to replace four 28-year old analog thermostats controlling the baseboard heating in a condo I bought as a second home. These digital units immediately let me set temperatures without having to guess and constantly juggle to get a proper temperature as the old non-digital thermostats required. They hold temperatures within a nice narrow range (although they can be programmed via a dip switch to let temperatures fluctuate a bit more for possible energy savings) for each room. Installation was simple (note that you do want to cap off the second set of wires if you have a 120V system -- read the instructions and note how any existing thermostats are wired to make installation easy). The $2 faceplates which can be ordered separately seem to be necessary to get a finished look on the installation since the thermostats apparently do not mount flush to all boxes.
Each unit takes 2 batteries (AA) so get them before you install the unit. They recommend two major brands and no others -- probably a good idea to follow that suggestion. This is not a "rechargeable battery" setup.

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With its clean, attractive design and electronic accuracy, the Lux ELV4 5-2 Programmable Line-Voltage Heating Thermostat is a must-have for any energy-conscious home. This cost-effective, energy-saving programmable thermostat is designed for electric baseboard, cable, and ceiling heat. It features separate programs for weekdays and weekends and offers four settings per day, as well as an option for vacation.
Multiple Programming OptionsProperly using a programmable thermostat is one of the easiest ways you can save energy and money. And the ELV4 makes saving as simple as can be--it offers four preprogrammed settings to regulate your home's temperature in the winter, while you're at home, when you're asleep, and when you're away. You can also use the on/off switch to turn the heat off during the summer when it is not needed.
For added flexibility, the ELV4 offers the convenience of separate weekend and weekday settings, a vacation hold setting, and a temporary temperature override for manual adjustments. A patented Lux Speed Dial allows for fast programming, and an easy-to-read display shows the current time and temperature.
Save Money and the EnvironmentLike all programmable thermostats, the ELV4 helps reduce energy consumption, but this efficient device takes savings a step further. To maximize your home's energy efficiency, the ELV4 comes preprogrammed with a default heating schedule that's designed to save up to 33% on energy costs over a year, and it can also help cut down on your carbon footprint. Because the ELV4 is 100% mercury free, you can be sure it's a safe and environmentally conscious choice for your home.
Compatibility InformationThe ELV4 works with heating-only systems that are supplied by up to a 20 amp circuit breaker. It's universal design allows it to work with both single-pole (two-wire) and double-pole (four-wire)systems, 120/240-volt systems up to 16 amps (resistive: 1,900 watts at 120 VAC/3,800 watts at 240 VAC), and line voltage (120/240-volt) hot water systems with motors up to 1/4 horsepower. The ELV4 easily fits into a wall-mounted junction box.
Two 'AA' alkaline batteries are required for operation (batteries not included).
About Lux: Innovation, Quality, and ValueSince 1914, Lux Products Corporation has manufactured quality products for the home. It all began with turn-of-the-century timing devices, the forerunners of the now world-famous Lux 60-Minute Timers. Building on the success of these simple and utilitarian items, Lux grew into the multifaceted manufacturer and merchandiser it is today. The Lux name has always stood for innovation, quality, and value. The company's full line of electronic and mechanical thermostats offers models for nearly every heating and cooling application. See how you can save money and conserve energy with Lux.
What's in the BoxLux ELV4 5-2 Programmable Line-Voltage Heating Thermostat, wire nuts, installation hardware, installation guide, and instruction manual.

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Cadet #08732 120/240V White Thermostat Review

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(More customer reviews)I have Cadet wall heaters in my apartment that have thermostats that look like this one.
As far as I can tell, these thermostats are useless. When I turn the thermostat up from the bottom settting, they click on at a temperature that doesn't usually match very closely with the actual temperature of the room. Then when I turn the thermostat back down to turn it off, it clicks off at like 5-8 degrees below where it clicked on.
Also, if you turn up the thermostat and turn it down multiple times, the temperatures at which the heater turns on and off seem to vary quite a bit from one time to another.
So I really have a hard time believing these thermostats can control temperature worth a damn.
I have seen baseboard heaters elsewhere that seemed to have the same deficiency. They get the heater running till you're hotter than hell, then they finally turn off and then stay off until you virtually freeze to death.
I think it probably is that the technology itself sucks. I believe these are what they call the "bimetallic" thermostat. Whoever invented this thing deserves to be hung, although he or she probably died centuries ago.
Fortunately, I think the new digital thermostats actually work, unlike these old-style medieval contraptions.
Disclaimer: These are all impressions just based on my limited personal experience with these sorts of heaters and thermostats. I am, for example, assuming that this thermostat is the same ridiculous technology as the ones that go with my wall heaters.
I am going to look around for a portable heater that has a digital thermostat to use in place of the jive turkey wall units that are built into my apartment.I should emphasize- I have no reason to believe there is anything wrong with Cadet heaters or thermostats compared to other brands. As far as I can ascertain, the problem lies with the fundamental concept behind these thermostats, no matter who makes them. And I did notice that Cadet does sell digital thermostats that are supposed to have a 1 degree temperature control. That's the way a REAL thermostat ought to work.
I had a more primitive one that worked pretty well on my gas furnace in LA. I believe it used a mercury switch. Probably they don't allow those any more. Plus I would think that its mode of operation must be similar to these. However, the one on my gas heater worked pretty well. I think it was about 2-3 degrees F between where it turned on and off. That is reasonable.

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120/240V, White, Single Pole Built In Baseboard Thermostat.

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