Towel Rail Hardwire Kit Installation Guide
Safety and Preparation
Important Safety Information
- Warning: Turn off power at the circuit breaker before starting any electrical work.
- Caution: Always wear protective gloves and eyewear when cutting or drilling to avoid injury.
- Note: Electrical installation must comply with local regulations. If you are not qualified, consult a licensed electrician.
Step 1: Prepare the Hardwire Kit Location
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Plan the Mounting Position
- Measure and mark the wall where you will install the 2-gang faceplate.
- Follow local regulations regarding minimum heights from the floor, especially in bathrooms or wet areas (commonly 300 mm from the floor).
- Assemble the faceplate: place the switch in one opening and the gland in the adjacent opening.
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Cut the Opening in the Wall
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Use a saw or appropriate cutting tool to create an opening that fits the wall bracket of the hardwire kit.
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Caution: Wear protective gloves and eyewear while cutting to prevent injury.
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Feed Wires Through the Gland
- Locate the incoming electrical supply wire within the wall.
- Feed the towel rail wire through the gland so that all connections can be made either in the switch terminals or behind the faceplate.
Step 2: Towel Rail Wiring
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Strip the Wires
- Use a wire stripping tool to carefully remove the insulation from the brown and blue wires on the towel rail cable.
- Tip: Avoid nicking or damaging the copper conductors.
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- Brown (Active)
- Blue (Neutral)
- Black (Thermostat wire—Not used): Must be terminated in an isolated connector. Do not earth this wire.
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Connect the Hardwire Kit to the Supply and Towel Rail
- Isolate the Black Wire: Cap or tape the black wire to prevent electrical contact.
- Connect the Active (Supply) to the Switch Common: The red supply wire goes to the switch common terminal.
- Connect the Towel Rail Active (Brown) to the Switched #1 Terminal.
- Connect Neutral Wires (Blue from Towel Rail and Black from Supply) Together: Join them in a looping terminal or a separate connector.
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Step 3: Bracket and Mount the Hardwire Kit
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Secure the Faceplate
- With all wiring connections made, mount the faceplate to the wall.
- Tighten the gland screws to set an appropriate cord length for the towel rail.
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Step 4: Final Check
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Inspect Wiring
- Ensure all connections are tight and the wires are properly seated in their terminals.
- Confirm that the black (thermostat) wire is isolated.
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Mounting Security
- Verify the faceplate is securely attached to the wall with no gaps or loose screws.
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Clean Up
- Remove any debris or dust created during installation.
- Tip: Use a soft brush or cloth to avoid scratching finished surfaces.
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Restore Power
- Turn power back on at the circuit breaker.
- Switch the towel rail on and check for proper operation.