for your new
Before you begin – Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT – OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions with your Owner's Manual for future reference.
TOOLS NEEDED
• Wire cutter
• Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION:
Disconnect the electrical power
supply before wiring connections.
FOR 230/208 VOLT DIRECT CONNECT
APPLICATIONS ONLY
IMPORTANT: Some local electrical codes and customer
requirements require PTAC/PTHP units to be direct
connected to building wiring.
These models must be installed using the appropriate
GE power supply kit for the branch circuit amperage
and the electrical resistance heater wattage desired.
See the POWER CONNECTION CHART to confirm the
appropriate kit.
POWER CONNECTION CHART
GE
230/280 Volt
Power
Supply
Kit
Circuit Protective Device
RAK4157
15-Amp Time-Delay Fuse or Breaker 2.55 KW/2.09 KW
RAK4207
20-Amp Time-Delay Fuse or Breaker 3.45 KW/2.82 KW
RAK4307
30-Amp Time-Delay Fuse or Breaker 5.00 KW/4.10 KW
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the
connection of components is done in accordance with
electrical codes.
Direct connection to branch circuit wiring inside the
provided junction box must be made by connecting
as follows.
• Adjustable wrench
Heater
Wattage
@ 230/208 Volts
RAK4157, RAK4207,
RAK4307
Power Supply Kit for
Direct Connection
IMPORTANT NOTES
• This kit is for use with 230/208 Volt GE Zoneline
units only.
• This unit must be properly grounded.
• The electrical rating marked on the installed Zoneline
and power supply kit must be the same as the supply
branch circuit.
• Aluminum building wiring may present special
problems—consult a qualified electrician.
• All wiring, including installation of the receptacle,
must be in accordance with the NEC and local codes,
ordinances and regulations.
• This power supply kit provides for connection of
1/2" trade size electrical conduit and provision for
connection to a wiring system in accordance with the
National Electrical Code. ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1996 or
latest edition.
• Use ONLY the wiring size recommended for single
outlet branch circuit.
• Proper current protection is the responsibility of
the owner.
Recommended branch circuit wire sizes*
Nameplate
maximum circuit
breaker size
15A
20A
30A
AWG—American Wire Gauge
* Single circuit breaker from main box
** Based on copper wire, single-insulated conductor at 60°C
NOTE: Use copper conductors only.
AWG wire
size**
14
12
10
Pub No. 31-61403
11-06 JR
Printed in the United States