hsr-benelli S-series Service Manual page 83

Check whether the thermostat pad is cracked.
Pass a cord through the flange as indicated in the figure.
Check the above-mentioned conditions by immerging the
thermostat (1) in a container with water, maintaining it in
suspension.
Slowly heat the water and check the temperature with a
thermometer (2).
When a temperature of 75°C is reached, the thermostat valve
begins to open and arrives at a temperature of 90°C.
The thermostat valve reaches an opening of at least 7 mm.
Change thermostat if necessary.
Check that the thermostat cover and the tubes connected to it are not broken, otherwise
change the damaged element.
Mounting the Thermostat
WARNING:
The thermostat must be mounted with the by-pass
hole (2) turned upwards, as shown on the figure.
Position thermostat (1) as indicated on the figure.
Position the thermostat cover and tighten with the two
mounting screws with specified torque:
10 N·m 1 Kg-m
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