This hi-limit thermostat is used as a safety control in commercial cooking equipment to help prevent overheating during operation. It works by shutting off power when internal temperatures exceed the fixed 365°F limit, helping protect equipment from excessive heat buildup. The manual reset design requires the unit to cool down before operation can resume, supporting controlled restart after an over-temperature condition. A 48-inch capillary tube and 2-3/4" bulb assembly help provide accurate temperature sensing within the cooking chamber. Commonly used in commercial combi ovens and high-temperature cooking systems, this thermostat supports reliable thermal protection in equipment that operates under demanding cooking conditions. When the original hi-limit becomes weak, unstable, or begins tripping at incorrect temperatures, replacing it helps restore proper safety control and normal heating operation.
Equipment Compatibility:
Key applications for the Henny Penny Hi-Limit include high-temperature safety control systems used in commercial cooking equipment such as combi ovens, self-cooking centers, steam cooking units, oven systems, and thermal processing equipment.
This Hi-Limit 40.01.482 is compatible with commercial kitchen equipment from leading brands such as Henny Penny, Rational Cooking Systems, and more, where over-temperature protection and manual reset safety control are required for reliable operation.
Brand Compatibility:
This hi-limit thermostat replaces multiple part numbers used in compatible commercial cooking equipment. Complete cross-reference details are provided separately for identification and ordering purposes.
Product Specifications:
Product Type: Hi-Limit Thermostat
Manufacturer: Henny Penny
Part Name: 40.01.482 Hi-Limit
SKU: 40.01.482
Temperature Rating: 365°F
Reset Type: Manual Reset
Capillary Length: 48"
Bulb Size: 2-3/4" x 3/16"
Application: Commercial Combi Ovens and Cooking Systems
Key Features:
- 365°F cutoff helps protect cooking equipment from excessive heat buildup during operation
- Manual reset design supports controlled restart after system cooldown
- 48-inch capillary tube allows flexible installation in compatible oven configurations
- Bulb sensor helps provide accurate temperature detection inside cooking chambers
- Helps restore proper safety control when the original hi-limit becomes faulty or unstable
- Designed for commercial ovens and high-temperature cooking systems requiring thermal protection
Operational Feedback:
"After replacement, the unit stops random shutdowns and maintains normal heating operation during cooking cycles.”
