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Checking 212°F Temperature Switch

Connect test light to temperature switch and 12 volt power source. At a coolant temperature above 212°F, test light should be lit.

Fig 1: TWO-WAY VALVE RELAY (450 MODELS)
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Fig 2: TWO-WAY VALVE & RELAYS (EXC. 450 MODELS)
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