The STRIX U44 control fitted to a compatible heater is an integrated system for electric heated moka coffee makers. The heater (stainless steel plate or aluminium die-cast) forms the base of the appliance pressure vessel. The U44 control provides all electrical connections, control features, and element mounting features in an easy to install unit.

• Optimised / consistent coffee brewing cycle
• Automatic / non-self resetting switch off after brew
• Integral Trip Lever (down for ON)
• Connections for Power-On neon light
• Integral Lift-Off-Switch-Off (LOSO) mechanism
• 360º Cordless system using STRIX P72
• 304 Stainless steel or aluminium die-cast heating surface
• Power rating and heat distribution optimised for moka performance
• Heaters covering all voltage ranges from 100V (Japan) to 240V (Europe)
• Single Screw fixing installation
• 2 levels of safety protection: Element dry boil and secondary thermal fuse protection
• First level of DSO protection is non-cycling and operates the trip lever
• Visual indication of completion of brew cycle
• Allows appliance to be left unattended
• Allows minimum cost appliance construction
• Neon light (if fitted) goes out when brewing is complete
• Use on stainless steel or aluminium die-cast appliances

The control is designed for incorporation within the base of a moka coffee appliance. The system incorporates automatic brew cycle switch off, 2 level secondary protection against dry switch on, and the STRIX P72 360º Cordless system.

When switched to the on position the appliance will heat the water and the neon (if fitted) will illuminate. As air pressure increases in the lower vessel, the water is forced up through the coffee and into the top vessel. When the lower vessel is empty, the control will automatically switch off and the neon light will go out. The trip lever will move to the Off position and the control will not reset automatically.

• Fit an actuator to the U44 trip lever
• Fit the neon harness to the control / actuator or to bottom cover.
• Clip the back of the control onto the special U44 mounting bracket on the element.
• Using a single screw and washer, secure the control to the heater
• Attach a bottom cover / skirt moulding.
• Install the STRIX P72 contact housing into the cordless base.

VOLTAGE: Control: 100V to 240V Heater: 365W at 100V, 120V or 230V

The U44 is designed to satisfy the criteria of EN60335-2-15 and relevant clauses of EN60730-2-9 for the European variants; and the criteria of UL 1082 and the relevant clauses of UL 873 for the variants for use in the USA. For Canada the requirements of CAN/CSA E730-2-9 apply. The U44 is intended for Class 1 appliances only. The use of an earth is mandatory.

The U44 main body and trip lever mouldings are flame retardant glass reinforced nylon compound. The control leaf springs are manufactured in a copper alloy. The control tabs are brass. The heater plates are either 304 stainless steel or die-cast grade aluminium.

The U44 provides automatic switch off when the water is displaced from the element. The control also provides non-self resetting thermal cut-out protection in the event of dry switch on or boil dry. In the unlikely event of a failure of the thermal cut-out, a single operation thermal fuse has been built into the control. The control trip lever acts as a user operated on/off mechanism, and incorporates a Lift-Off-Switch-Off mechanism.

Certification to the relevant standards is through BEAB and UL. As with all component certification, approvals bodies reserve the right to carry out such tests as they consider necessary to prove the suitability of the component in the end-use application. In general, component certification reduces the amount of such testing considered to be necessary.

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As the World's leading manufacturer of thermostatic controls for jugs and kettles, STRIX has unrivalled experience in the design, manufacture and tuning of appliances for optimum performance in partnership with the appliance manufacturer. STRIX engineers are always delighted to work with your design teams at the earliest stages on issues including the following:

• Moka coffee appliance design for optimum temperature and taste.
• Cosmetic designs for the appliance.
• Element rating and options.
• The siting and operation of neon lenses.