TM 5-3810-300-24&P-3
5.2.1 THERMOSTAT
opening temperature is usually stamped on the
thermostat). The thermostat should be fully open at
approximately 185F.
Install Thermostat
1. Affix a new gasket to each side of the thermostat
housing.
2.
Install the deflector, if used, and a new gasket.
3. Set the thermostat in the housing and attach the
outlet elbow and the thermostat housing to the water
manifold.
NOTE:
The openings in the side of the
thermostat body (former service thermostat)
must be fully open before the thermostat is
installed. If the openings are partially closed
in handling, they can be opened by grasping
Fig. 3 - Method of Checking Thermostat Operation
the body flange and turning the body.
the water to maintain an even temperature throughout
4. Connect any other piping which may have been
the container. As the water is heated, the thermostat
disconnected.
should begin to open when the water temperature
reaches approximately 170F. (the
5.
Fill the cooling system and check for leaks.
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