1. Put the starter for 24 hours into the freezer (see picture 1).

2. After 24 hours check visually if the bimetal strip is still fused to the other contact or if the bimetal strip opened and is functional again. (If the "quick and dirty way" was taken simply put the starter back to use).

3. If the bimetal strip opened again the starter can now be put back into its housing and is ready for use.