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Thermostat: Testing and Inspection

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Check that valve closes tightly at room temperature. 

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Check for defects or damage. 

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Check for rust or encrustation on valve. Remove if any. 

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Immerse thermostat in container of water. Stir to raise water temperature and check that thermostat valve opening temperature and the temperature
with valve fully open, valve lift over 8 mm (0.31 in.), is at the standard value.
Standard value:

Valve opening temperature: 82° C (180° F)
Full opening temperature: 95° C (203° F) 

NOTE:  Measure valve height when fully closed. Calculate lift by measuring the height when fully open.

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