Re: Thermostat

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>
>	Just as an aside, I think the direction of the thermostat only
>matters for optimum flow.  Also the temp actuator is on the water
>pump side so that it can open when the water is hot, not
>the conducted temp.  This is the biggest reason for direction on
>a stat.
>
>
It would be my guess that water pressure helps open the thermostat, 
rather than pushing against it thereby holding it shut. 
John

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