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Inspection [10/2022 - ]: Procedure

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  1. INSPECT WATER INLET WITH THERMOSTAT SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    WARNING:
    • Do not put your hands into the water that has been heated for the inspection.
    • Touching the heated water could result in burns.
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    HINT: 

    The valve opening temperature is inscribed on the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

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    Pre-procedure1

    • Immerse the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly in water and then gradually heat the water.
      NOTE:

      Do not allow any water to come into contact with the connector of the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

    • Check that the valve of the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly opens at the specified temperature.

      Standard Valve Opening Temperature

      Specified Condition Result
      80 to 84 °C
      176 to 183 °F
      °C
      °F

      If the result is not as specified, replace the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

    • Check the valve lift.
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      *a Valve Lift

      Standard Valve Lift

      Condition Specified Condition Result
      95°C (203°F) 8 mm or higher
      0.315 in. or higher
      mm
      in.

      If the result is not as specified, replace the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

    • Check that the valve is fully closed when the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly is at low temperatures (below 72°C (162°F)).

      If it is not fully closed, replace the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

    Post-procedure1

    • None