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Know what to check, how to prepare safely, and what your technician should verify for this temperature probe. Machine layouts and wiring vary by model.

Shaker Type K Thermocouple — 3.5m Long Probe
Match before replacing:
Type K • probe fit • cable length • polarity
Temperature readings are erratic, implausible or do not respond normally. Stop heating until the fault is diagnosed.
Safety first — before access or repair
Follow the machine’s shutdown procedure. Isolate all power sources and prevent restart using the approved lockout procedure. Control stored energy and let heaters cool fully. An authorized person must verify isolation before work starts. The power button or emergency stop alone does not isolate electrical energy.
Electrical work, heaters and safety controls require a qualified technician. Never work inside a live cabinet, bypass guards or safety devices, or reach into moving rollers or fans. Follow the machine manual and powder/ink safety data sheet for required protective equipment.
Stop & isolate
Shut down, isolate supplies, prevent restart, control stored energy and verify the machine is safe to access.
Inspect & match
Let the dryer cool fully. Check the probe mounting and cable for visible damage with power isolated. A bad connection or wrong sensor type can cause incorrect readings.
Replace correctly
A qualified technician must match the controller input and thermocouple type, preserve the original probe position, and connect polarity using the machine diagram. Route the cable away from moving parts and direct heater contact.
Verify operation
The technician must validate the reading and temperature control before a heated production run. Stop if temperature runs away or the reading is inconsistent.
Stop and get help if…
You find burned wiring, repeated breaker trips, damaged safety controls, uncontrolled heating, ink on electronics, a mismatch in ratings, or a diagram that does not match the machine. Keep the machine out of service until a qualified technician resolves the fault.
What to send for model-specific help
Send the machine model and serial label, a clear photo of the original component and its markings, your symptom, and the relevant service-manual page. Take internal photos only after safe isolation by an authorized person. Do not unplug or move wires just to photograph them.
Need the procedure for your machine?
Send your model and original part photos so we can help confirm compatibility and the correct service reference.
Get part-specific help →This is a service planning overview. Use the exact machine and component manuals for removal, wiring, torque settings, calibration and commissioning. It is not a model-specific wiring diagram.
