Ofelia Kieck: This is somewhat of a trick question.... According to 2005 NEC 210.12(B) "All 120 volt, single phase, 15- and 20- amp branch circuits supplying outlets in dwelling unit bedrooms shall be protected by a listed arc-fault circuit interrupter, combination type installed to provide protection of the branch circuit." Now if this baseboard heater is going to to be a plug-in style then it would have to be on an AFCI but most baseboard heaters will have a dedicated circuit and will also be 240 volts.... which would exclude them from this requirement. As the previous answerer stated, it would be a good idea.... but I have not run across a double pole 30 or higher amp AFCI. You may check with your local supply house to see if these monsters exist ... but the probability of finding one is slim. Good luck and hope this answers your question....Show more
Hye Caulley: Although not required it wouldn't hurt. The problem would be finding the proper size breaker.The ! 1999 edition of the National Electrical Code, the model code for electrical wiring adopted by many local jurisdictions, requires AFCIs for receptacle outlets in bedrooms, effective January 1, 2002. Although the requirement is limited to only certain circuits in new residential construction, AFCIs should be considered for added protection in other circuits and for existing homes as well. Older homes with aging and deteriorating wiring systems can especially benefit from the added protection of AFCIs. AFCIs should also be considered whenever adding or upgrading a panel box while using existing branch circuit conductors....Show more
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