Test Thermostat Opening Temperature

1. Remove thermostats.

2. Visually inspect thermostats for corrosion or damage. Replace thermostats as a matched set as necessary.

causym CAUTION: DO NOT allow thermostat or thermometer to rest against the side or bottom of container when heating water. Either may rupture if overheated.

3. Suspend thermostats and thermometer in a container of water.

4. Stir the water as it heats. Observe opening action of thermostat and compare temperatures with specification given in chart below.

NOTE: Due to varying tolerances of different suppliers, initial opening and full open temperatures may vary slightly from specified temperatures.

THERMOSTAT TEST SPECIFICATION
Rating Initial Opening (Range) Full Open (Nominal)
82°C (180°F) 80-84°C (175-182°F) 94°C (202°F)

 

5. Remove thermostat from container and observe closing action as thermostat cools. Thermostat should close completely in ambient air. Closing action should be smooth and slow.

6. Replace both thermostats if any one thermostat is defective.

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RX8000,THERMO -19-12DEC96-1/1