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Old 01-28-2006, 10:01 PM
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what is the temp i should set on my adj. thermostat at? it is running around 120-130 now, was wondering if i should move it up some. thanks john1614.
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Default RE: proper operating temp?
Anything between 185°F and 200°F should be "normal"...130° is way too low. IMHO.
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