Modern differs in a simple design, various forms, power and the sizes. At the same time, it is interesting with the possibility of self-connection. What is the difference between connecting electric models of heated towel rails?
Advantages of electric towel warmers
Models of electric heated towel rails have a number of advantages:
- Easy installation. No complicated installation work is required if the socket is nearby. It is enough to read the manufacturer's instructions, install the wall mounts and plug the device into the mains.
- Thermostat control. You can adjust the temperature down. This allows you to keep the heating level at a minimum level if the bathroom is not needed at a particular time.If it is necessary to heat the room or dry towels, the thermostat is turned on to a higher value.
- Installation anywhere in the room. There is no connection to the hot water or heating system. In addition to the bathroom, there is the possibility of installing equipment in the hallway or in the kitchen.
In this case, you should not install a heated towel rail in the immediate vicinity of a water source. Otherwise, damage may occur. In addition, the cost of electricity is higher than the use of water as a heating medium.
Features of connecting an electric heated towel rail
Typically, the connection is made using a socket and plug. To do this, first choose the height of the equipment. A mount is fixed to the wall, on which a heated towel rail is then installed. Next, plug the plug into an electrical outlet. After that, direct operation of the plumbing device is possible.
More complex installation becomes hidden installation, which requires the help of experienced installers. First, they assemble the heated towel rail and try it on the wall to accurately select the installation location. The exit location of the wiring is determined, which is usually located in the lower right.
Note! Even with a hidden installation, it is important to adhere to the rule of locating the entrance to the electrical network at least 60 cm from water sources.
It is possible to remove the socket by strobe in an adjacent room or directly in the bathroom. A hole is drilled in the marked place, after which the wall is shredded for laying wires and mounting the junction box. Then decorative finishing is carried out for visually concealed installation.
At the final stage, the wire from the junction box is passed to the heated towel rail, after which it is connected to a closed terminal block. The latter is provided in the design of most modern models of heated towel rails.
Thus, an electric type towel warmer can be connected in an open or hidden way. The complexity and time of installation depends on the option chosen. The equipment is characterized by simple operation, the ability to adjust the temperature level.
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