Inspection [01/2019 - ]: Procedure
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- 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.
- Immerse the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly in water and then gradually heat the water.
- Check that the valve of the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly opens at the specified temperature.
Standard Valve Opening Temperature
80 to 84°C (176 to 183°F)
If the result is not as specified, replace the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.
- Check the valve lift.
*A Compression Spring Shape: Tapered *B Compression Spring Shape: Straight *a Valve Lift *b Compression Spring Standard Valve Lift
Compression Spring Shape Condition Specified Condition Tapered 95°C (203°F) 10 to 14 mm (0.394 to 0.551 in.) Straight 8 mm (0.315 in.) or more 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 77°C (171°F)).
If it is not fully closed, replace the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.