a standard clip on aquastat would be a better choice. http://www.supplyhouse.com/Grundfos-595443-1-2-Clip-On-Aquastat-Kit-for-UP-Series-Circulators-5-8-OD-Piping-85F-105F
The best way I've found is to use a continuity tester (electrical) or a digital multimeter with continuity check. These tests are done with the power off!! Expose the 2 wire leads that come from the t-stat control. Above temperature there should be no continuity between the wires (switch is open). Below temperature there should be continuity between the wires (switch is closed). Remove the t-stat control from the pipe and allow it to cool - check for continuity, there should be if the device is working correctly. Warm the device with a heat gun or hair dryer. At some point, the device should "open up" (lose continuity) if the device is working correctly. Sounds like your device is no longer "opening up". Hope this helps. Good luck.
The switch turns the circulator off as soon as water temperatures reach 115°F. It does not turn the circulator back on until they fall to 105°F.
This unit is rated at 105°F - 115°F.
The pump switches on at 85+6 degrees F and will switch off at 105+5 degrees F.
Yes, it is part 595657 ( http://www.pexsupply.com/Grundfos-595657-3-4-Clip-On-Thermostatic-Control-for-Grundfos-UP-Series-Circulators ).