Danfoss KP 61 Temperature Switches Thermostat Installation Guide
Installation guide
Thermostat
Types KP 61 - KP 81
KP 61, KP 62, KP 63, KP 68, KP 69 vapor charge
KP 71, KP 73, KP 75, KP 77, KP 79, KP 81 adsorption charge (cross ambient)
Types
Bulb types
Auto reset
Manual reset
(w/o hand knob)
Auto reset
w/ hand switch
Varpor charge
Adsorption charge
Mounting requirement
Max. bulb temperature
Ambient temperatures
KP 61, KP 62, KP 63 Max.
KP 68, KP 69 : 120 °C (250 °F)
Varpor charge
min. -40 °C (-40 ° F)
max. 65 °C (150 °F)
KP 71, KP 73: 80 ° C (175 °F)
KP 75
KP 77
KP 79
KP 81
:
:
:
:
110 °C (230 °F)
t2
t1
130 °C (265 °F)
150 °C (300 °F)
200 °C (390 °F)
t2 ≥ t1 + 2 °C (3.5 °F)
Varpor charge
Adsorption charge
Enclosure
max. 1/8 in.
(3 mm)
CAUTION: The mounting panel must be
Drip proof IP30
(EN 60529)
10 – 32 UNC
plane to avoid damage of control.
Cable entry
Required cap. tube length on evaporator
Cable entry
1/2 in. int.
thread accepts
1/2 in. NPT or NPS
80 in. cap. tube: min. 16 in.
196 in. cap. tube: min. 22 in.
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| General | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Danfoss KP 61 Temperature Switches Thermostat Installation Guide |
| Make | Danfoss |
| Language | English |
| Filetype | PDF (Download) |
| File size | 0.74 MB |

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Danfoss KP 61 Switches Manual: Questions and Answers
How do I adjust the range spindle on Danfoss KP 61 Switches?
Turn the adjustment knob clockwise to increase temperature, counterclockwise to decrease it.
- Remove the lockplate before adjusting.
- Locate the range spindle on top of the control.
- Turn clockwise for warmer settings or counterclockwise for cooler settings.
- Replace the lockplate after adjustment if desired. Installation Guide, p. 3
What is the maximum bulb temperature for Danfoss KP 61 Switches?
120 °C (250 °F) for KP 61, KP 62, and KP 63 models.
How do I wire the thermostat to my heating system?
Disconnect power before making wiring connections. Choose Load Option A for cut-out on temperature drop or Load Option B for cut-out on temperature rise, then connect to the appropriate terminals.
- Turn off the power supply.
- Select Load Option A (terminals 1-4) for temperature drop cut-out or Load Option B (terminals 1-2) for temperature rise cut-out.
- Connect your load wires to the selected terminals using copper wire only.
- Use the furnished terminal screws with 20 lb. in. (2.3 Nm) tightening torque. Installation Guide, p. 2
What does each terminal on Danfoss KP do?
| Terminal | Function |
|---|---|
| 1-4 (Load Option A) | Close on temperature rise, open on temperature drop |
| 1-2 (Load Option B) | Close on temperature drop, open on temperature rise |
Where is the adjustment knob on Danfoss KP thermostats?
The range and differential adjustment spindles are located on top of the control. Installation Guide, p. 3
Can I use Danfoss KP 61 Switches at ambient temperatures below freezing?
Yes, the vapor charge models support minimum ambient temperatures of -40 °C (-40 °F). Installation Guide, p. 1
















