Torque Requirement for Type B Melting Alloy Style Overload Thermal Units used with Class 8536 Type SA_, SB_, SC_, SD starters

Issue:
What is the torque requirement for Type B thermal units used with Class 8536 Type SA_, SB_, SC_, and SD starters, or Class 9065 Size 1 and Size 2 separate-mount overload relays?

Product Line:
NEMA Contactors and Starters

Environment:
Class 8536 Type SA_, SB_, SC_, SD starters and Class 9065 overload relays

Resolution:
The recommended torque for installing Type B thermal units on Class 8536 Type SA_, SB_, SC_, and SD starters or Class 9065 Size 1 and Size 2 separate-mount overload relays is:

18 to 21 lb-in (inch-pounds).