storage heaters

[whatif]

Tested two of these, which were reported as not operating, across live and neutral = 6Kohms on one and around 60kohms on the other. Both ok to earth. I assume there is a thermostat, but if this was switched it would read Meg ohms I reckon. I would also think there may be a rheostat, but would not think that it would come into play unless they were warm. Turning the input and output dials made no difference to the readings. A healthy heater reads 33ohm across L+N, so I assume they are faulty. Does anyone have any experience with these? Does it sound as if they are definitely faulty? and can the be repaired cost effectively?
Thanks for any help

 

[whatif]

Anyone?

 

[Lectrician]

Most rads have a thermo cut out in the top behind the thermostat. Looks the size of a 1p, and has 2 cabes only. press it.

 

[crystal ball]

Some older rads have a fusible link which melts on over temp, take the cover off and you may see a blob of what looks like solder where the link used to be, also check continuity of individual elements. On some rads there is a second thermostat which "senses" room temp, usually mounted on the side. Make sure you have isolated the rad before removing any covers

 

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thanks guys