Warning – Sterlco 2016C (Former Compact Series) User Manual
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2016-C Series Hot Oil Portable Temperature Control Units
The controller automatically regulates cooling by opening and 
closing the cooling solenoid. This allows the proper amount of 
cooling water to pass through the tubes of the heat exchanger and 
out the drain. A water supply of 75 psi (517.1 kPa/5.2 bars) 
maximum is required for connection to the heat exchanger. 
Connection Lines
Connections for
TO PROCESS
and
FROM PROCESS
lines are
½” NPT (12.5 mm). Water connections for
COOLING WATER
SUPPLY
and
COOLING WATER DRAIN
are ½” NPT (12.5 mm).
(see Section 3.) The customer is responsible for conversions to 
metric standards. 
STERLING stocks many lengths of flexible metal hose; the part 
number is 572-16969. State the length of hose you want when 
ordering. 
!
WARNING
Component failure may result in high-temperature 
oil spray, causing serious injury or death. 
Make sure hoses, valves, and other components 
installed in your process can withstand maximum 
temperature and pressure of the 2016-C unit; check 
unit nameplate for specific capacities. 
All components must be carefully inspected for 
condition before installing. Make sure you have 
factory components if you have any doubt. 
 
 
Electrical System Controls
The electrical controls of your
2016-C
unit are specially
engineered for reliability, safety and simplicity of operation. The 
switches are clearly labeled as to their function. Your 
2016-C
unit
has a system status board so you can evaluate the status and 
performance of the unit at a glance. Pilot lights are provided to 
indicate key unit functions. 
An audible alarm is standard with your unit. The alarm will sound 
in the event of the following conditions: 
motor overload
safety thermostat trip (over temperature)
