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How to test a Thermostat
« on: 10 March 2012, 14:04 »
Hi just a quick Q regarding testing the Thermostat, myn is fubar'd wont get anywhere near 90 so my new on turned up today and i want to test it before i fit it, do i just stick it in a cup and boiling water, if it opens it works ?

Thanks in advance
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Re: How to test a Thermostat
« Reply #1 on: 10 March 2012, 14:26 »
Pretty much :)

Get a thermometer, place the thermostat in a kettle, boil it and see when it opens!
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Re: How to test a Thermostat
« Reply #2 on: 10 March 2012, 15:30 »
Quote from: AlexMozza on 10 March 2012, 14:26
Pretty much :)

Get a thermometer, place the thermostat in a kettle, boil it and see when it opens!

Thanks matei  :cool:
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Re: How to test a Thermostat
« Reply #3 on: 10 March 2012, 16:01 »
glad i tested it, it FAILED lol return time

I am full of fail today.


Works :rolleyes:
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