Overview
The Henny Penny 16738 is a genuine OEM high-limit thermostat with a 450°F part designation for specified non-CE fryer configurations. It provides overtemperature protection separately from normal cooking-temperature control.
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Description: High-Limit Thermostat
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Appliance / Application: Commercial fryer overtemperature protection.
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Fits Brand: Henny Penny
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Manufacturer: Henny Penny
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Manufacturer Part Number: 16738
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OEM Status: Genuine OEM Part
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Product Type: High-Limit Thermostat
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Function & Location: Opens the safety circuit when the high-limit control trips.
Product Specifications
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Temperature Designation: 450°F
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Reset Type: Manual reset
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Compatible Equipment: Henny Penny Model 690 non-CE configurations using high-limit part 16738 in the manufacturer’s burner-tube parts listing.
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Parts Diagram Reference: Model 690 Parts Information: Figure 3-10 Burner Tubes item 4, printed page 3-20.
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Related OEM Parts: 54480 sensing-bulb bracket, 17216 high-limit bracket assembly and 16268 pot fitting are separately listed components.
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Installation Notes: Use qualified fryer service personnel. Isolate gas and electrical power and allow the fryer and oil to cool before service. Route the capillary away from electrical terminals and place the sensing bulb in its specified supports. Investigate the cause of a high-limit trip before resetting or returning the fryer to service.