GE DCVH480EK Technical Service Manual page 37

Inlet High Limit Thermostat
The inlet high limit thermostat is attached to the top
of the heater assembly and located to the right of
the inlet thermostat, as viewed from the back of the
dryer. Two blue wires are connected to the inlet high
limit thermostat. The thermostat monitors incoming
air temperature.
If the thermostat reaches a temperature beyond its
maximum temperature rating, it will trip and disable
power to the motor.
The inlet high limit thermostat opens at 320°F
(160°C) and will automatically reset at 266°F (130°C).
The inlet high limit thermostat is not available
as a separate part. To replace the inlet high limit
thermostat, it is necessary to replace the heater
assembly. (See .)
Heater Assembly
Inlet Thermostat
The inlet thermostat is attached to the top of the
heater assembly and located to the left of the
inlet thermostat, as viewed from the back of the
dryer. Two gray wires are connected to the inlet
thermostat. The thermostat monitors incoming air
temperature.
If the thermostat reaches a temperature beyond its
maximum temperature rating, it will trip and disable
power to the heaters.
The inlet thermostat opens at 203°F (95°C) and will
automatically reset at 167°F (75°C).
The inlet thermostat is not available as a separate
part. To replace the inlet thermostat, it is necessary
to replace the heater assembly. (See
Heater
.)
Assembly
Inlet High Limit
Inlet Thermostat
Thermostat
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