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1.INSPECT WATER INLET WITH THERMOSTAT SUB-ASSEMBLY
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.
80 to 84°C (176 to 183°F)
If the result is not as specified, replace the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.
| *A | Compression Spring Shape: Tapered |
| *B | Compression Spring Shape: Straight |
| *a | Valve Lift |
| *b | Compression Spring |
Check the 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.