Thermogroup BS48MB Matte Black 6 Bar Straight Square Heated Ladder Towel Rail

• Dry electric element: Heats with a dry electric element rather than a water connection, so the rail is a self-contained unit that draws only 104 watts.
• Six-bar ladder layout: Six horizontal bars spaced 144mm apart give room to hang two towels flat and spread out so they warm and dry evenly.
• Straight square profile: Square-section bars with a straight ladder shape create a sharp, modern look that suits contemporary and minimalist bathrooms.
• Matte Black finish: A hard wearing, easy to maintain black finish that coordinates with black tapware, fittings and accessories.
• Multiflex wiring: The power connection can be made at any of the four mounting positions, so the rail can be mounted with the lead at the bottom or flipped so the connection sits at the top.
• Hardwired or plug-in: Supplied with the parts for both concealed (hardwired) and exposed (plug-in) wiring, so the installation method can be decided on the day.
• 1.8m lead on the rail: A 1.8m connection lead supplied with the rail gives flexibility when positioning the rail relative to the power supply.
• IP55 rated: Rated IP55 and described by Thermogroup as safe for use in bathrooms, provided it is installed in line with local wiring rules and the zones for the room.
• Quick, gentle heat: Warmth is felt within 5 to 10 minutes, the rail runs at around 35 degrees Celsius with no towel and reaches 50 to 55 degrees beneath a towel, drying a towel in approximately 3 to 4 hours depending on room conditions.
• Simple control: Can be operated from a standard switch or a Thermorail timer so towels are warm when you need them, and several rails can share one timer within its load rating.
• Seven year warranty: Covered by a seven year replacement warranty for coloured Thermorail heated towel rails.

• Brand: Thermogroup
• Range: Thermorail
• Model: BS48MB
• Product Type: Electric heated ladder towel rail
• Heating Element: Dry electric element
• Profile: Straight square
• Number of Bars: 6
• Finish: Matte Black
• Construction Material: Stainless steel
• Output: 104W
• Supply Voltage: 240V, 50Hz
• IP Rating: IP55
• Lead Length: 1.8m
• Wiring Type: Multiflex, concealed (hardwired) or exposed (plug-in)
• Wiring Position: Any of the four mounting positions (left or right, top or bottom)
• Mounting Type: Wall mounted
• Mounting Point Spacing (Top to Bottom): 600mm
• Mounting Point Spacing (Left to Right): 570mm
• Warm-Up: Warmth felt within 5 to 10 minutes; optimum operating temperature in approximately 30 minutes
• Running Temperature: Approximately 35°C without a towel; 50 to 55°C beneath a towel
• Warranty: 7 year replacement warranty

• Installation Type: Wall mounted. Fix the rail to a flat, uniform wall, screwing into studs where possible or using suitable anchors for hollow walls.
• Qualified Installer: Installation and testing should be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with current local regulations. Hardwired connections must be made by a qualified electrician.
• Electrical Supply: 240V, 50Hz. Hardwired installations connect to the mains supply with a means of disconnection incorporated in the fixed wiring, in accordance with the wiring rules. Plug-in installations require 240V at the power point (GPO) the rail is plugged into.
• Circuit Protection: Protect the rail with a suitably rated RCD circuit, and install any timer or switch in the correct zone for its IP rating.
• Wiring Options: Multiflex wiring allows concealed (hardwired) or exposed (plug-in) wiring at any of the four mounting points, left or right and top or bottom.
• Mounting Height: Install the rail so the lowest heated bar is at least 600mm above the floor.
• Clearance: Allow 300mm clearance from permanent fixtures.
• Mounting Points: Allow 600mm vertically and 570mm horizontally between mounting points. Three wall brackets are fixed in place, and the fourth position takes either the concealed wiring leg or the exposed wiring mounting bracket.
• Concealed Wiring: Drill a 12mm hole at the wired mounting position for the electrical cable, and drill 6mm pilot holes for the wall plugs.
• Installation Steps: Collect the parts for your chosen wiring method, fix the legs to the rail, plan and measure the four mounting positions, install the wall brackets, connect the power lead to the rail, connect to the mains supply or power point, then fit the rail to the wall brackets and tighten the grub screws with the Allen key.
• Tools Needed: Cross head screwdriver, pencil, spirit level, tape measure, 6mm and 12mm drill bits, cordless drill and an electrical supply.
• Before Drilling: Thermogroup recommends having the rail on site before any holes are drilled so that the mounting positions can be checked against the product.

Warranty Coverage

Thermogroup is an Australian company offering a comprehensive range of heated towel rails, underfloor heating, space heating, mirrors and bathroom furniture under the Thermorail, Thermomat, Thermofan and Ablaze brands. Its products are backed by manufacturer's warranties against defects in materials and workmanship.

For a manufacturing fault identified within the first 12 months of purchase that requires replacement by a licensed electrician, Thermogroup will arrange troubleshooting and replacement at no cost. After the first 12 months, Thermogroup will supply replacement parts for the remainder of the applicable warranty period but will not cover removal or installation costs.

Thermomat — Underfloor Heating

• Underfloor heating cable and mat: Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects, subject to registration within 60 days of installation.
• Thermotouch thermostat: Three-year replacement warranty.

Thermorail — Heated Towel Rails

• Polished stainless steel rails, including Thermorad: 10-year replacement warranty.
• Brushed, black, white and other coloured or plated rails: Seven-year replacement warranty.
• Custom-plated rails: Five-year replacement warranty.
• 12V transformer: One-year replacement warranty.
• TRTS, TRTSL and TRTSB timers: Two-year replacement warranty.
• EB11 timer: Three-year replacement warranty.
• ET12C, ET12CB and 5289 timers: One-year replacement warranty.

Thermofan — Space Heating

• Thermofan fan heaters: Two-year replacement warranty.
• Outdoor heaters: Two-year replacement warranty.

Ablaze Mirrors

• Standard Thermomirror demister pads: 10-year replacement warranty.
• 5312 and 5312P Thermomirror 12V demister pads: Five-year replacement warranty. The mirror and transformer carry a separate one-year warranty.
• Premium back-lit mirrors: Three years on the mirror and electrical components.
• Framed and frameless mirrors and mirror cabinets: Two-year replacement warranty.
• Magnifying mirrors: One year on the mirror and electrical components.

Solid-Surface Bathroom Furniture

• Bath caddies and shower stools: Five-year replacement warranty.

Proof of purchase is required for every warranty claim. Lifetime coverage on Thermomat underfloor heating requires product registration within 60 days of installation.

What's Covered

• Manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
• Repair or replacement of faulty products within the applicable warranty period.
• Troubleshooting and replacement, including an electrician where required, for eligible manufacturing faults identified within the first 12 months of purchase.

What's Not Covered

• Incorrect installation or failure to follow the manufacturer's installation instructions.
• Misuse, carelessness or accidental damage.
• Damage caused by floods, fires, lightning or other events beyond Thermogroup's control.
• Use of incompatible components or accessories not supplied by Thermogroup.
• Normal maintenance and care procedures.
• Failure to power up due to an inadequate or interrupted electrical supply.
• Changes in appearance that do not affect product performance.
• Products installed outside Australia.

Conditions

• The product must be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules and applicable local regulations.
• The product must be installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's installation guide.
• Thermomat underfloor heating must be registered within 60 days of installation to qualify for the lifetime warranty.
• Proof of purchase must be provided with every claim.
• Lifting, replacing or repairing floor coverings over the underfloor heating will void the lifetime warranty.

Making a Claim

Contact Thermogroup on 1300 368 631 or email sales@thermogroup.com.au. For technical enquiries or underfloor heating issues, contact the Technical Helpline on 1300 989 464. Claims may also be submitted through the Thermogroup warranty page. Have your proof of purchase and relevant installation or registration details available when submitting a claim.

Australian Consumer Law

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

The BS48MB belongs to Thermogroup's Thermorail range of electric heated towel rails, and its multiflex wiring is what sets it apart on installation day. Because the connection point can sit on the left or right and at the top or the bottom, the rail can be flipped so the lead emerges exactly where the power supply is. The decision between concealed hardwiring and exposed plug-in wiring is made at installation, using the leg kit, brackets and screws supplied for both methods.

Day to day, the rail is simple to run. Thermogroup notes that Thermorails are safe to leave running continuously, although many households prefer to connect the rail to a standard switch or a Thermorail timer so it warms only when needed. A timer can control more than one rail, provided the combined load stays within the timer rating, and every rail on that timer will switch on and off together. Thermogroup suggests that an electric rail of this type can cost as little as a dollar a week to run.

Choosing a black rail is as much about coordination as warmth. Thermogroup's Thermomatch colour tool lists the Matte Black Thermorail finish as an excellent match with Meir, Nero and Faucet Strommen black tapware, which makes it easier to bring the rail, tapware and accessories together in one consistent scheme.

• Included Product: 1 × Thermogroup BS48MB Thermorail Matte Black straight square ladder heated towel rail with 1.8m connection lead.
• Leg Kit: 2 × non-wired legs, 1 × exposed wired leg, 2 × concealed wired legs and 1 × white concealed wiring sleeve.
• Mounting Hardware: 3 × mounting brackets, 1 × exposed wiring mounting bracket and screw, 4 × wall plugs, 4 × countersunk screws, 2 × machine screws, 4 × small machine screws and 4 × grub screws.
• Tool: 1 × Allen key.
• Documentation: Installation guide with complete concealed and exposed wiring instructions.

• BS48MB SPECIFICATION SHEET (PDF)
• BS48MB INSTALLATION GUIDE (PDF)
• THERMOGROUP WARRANTY INFORMATION (PDF)