{"product_id":"st1201-generic-hot-water-thermostat-50-70c-surface-mount-with-reset","title":"ST1201 Generic Hot Water Thermostat 50-70C Surface Mount with Manual Reset Cut-Out Universal Electric Hot Water System Part","description":"\u003cp\u003eST1201 is a generic surface mount thermostat for electric hot water systems. It adjusts between 50 and 70C and has a built-in over-temperature cut-out with a manual reset. As a compatible aftermarket part, it's made to suit most modern single element electric storage heaters, and it can also be used on dual element systems. It follows the Robertshaw style, so check your old unit looks the same before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNo hot water? How the thermostat could be the cause\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thermostat clamps against the tank and switches the element on and off to hold the water at the temperature you set. Its second job is safety. If the water gets too hot, the over-temperature cut-out trips and cuts power to the element until someone resets it. A faulty thermostat can leave you with no hot water at all, water that's only lukewarm, or water far hotter than the setting. A cut-out that keeps tripping is another warning sign. An electrician will usually test the element as well, since a failed element gives the same no hot water symptom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePart details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number ST1201, generic aftermarket thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable from 50 to 70C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface mount, sits against the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in over-temperature cut-out with manual reset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits most single element systems and can be used on dual element systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrey housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"part-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 to 70C, adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMounting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSafety cut-out\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver-temperature, manual reset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting a hot water thermostat safely\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is hard-wired work, so it must be done by a licensed electrician. Isolate the hot water circuit at the switchboard and prove it dead before the cover comes off. Photograph the wiring, move the connections across one at a time, and make sure the thermostat sits flat against the tank. Set the temperature and reset the cut-out before power goes back on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat temperature should it be set to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt adjusts between 50 and 70C. Australian rules require stored hot water to be kept at 60C or higher to control bacteria, so your electrician will normally set it at 60C or above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this on a dual element tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It suits single element systems and can also be used on dual element systems, with one thermostat for each element. Match the style and mounting of your old units before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Universal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44547069116494,"sku":"ST1201_G","price":49.94,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/3489\/7998\/files\/st1201-generic-hot-water-thermostat-50-70c-surface-mount-with-reset.jpg?v=1792025784","url":"https:\/\/partsshop.com.au\/products\/st1201-generic-hot-water-thermostat-50-70c-surface-mount-with-reset","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}