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Wide Angle Float Switch - Very Reliable! - pump DOWN type
Wide angle float switch shown above.
Float is 2 1/2" x 3 3/8"
Pump-Down Style Float Switch
This float switch is a direct-acting, in-line control system for automatically controlling small pumps in water and sewage systems. The switch consists of one float, a cord with a piggyback plug, and one large mounting strap. This is a pump down style switch - this means the switch will turn on the electricity when the float is in the up position. With its 120V (1/2 h.p. max) piggyback plug, the switch can also be used for other items; a light, a bell, etc. These do not contain mercury. Note: Do not use this float switch in gasoline, volatile substances, or any other combustible liquids.
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Float Switch Adjustment Information
(in inches) |
Differential
Tether Length
Tether Location*
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7.5
3
4
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11.5
6
6
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15.5
9
8
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19.5
12
10
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23.5
15
12
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27.5
18
14
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32
21
16
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36
24
18
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40
27
20
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44
30
22
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48
33
24
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52
36
26
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* Tether location is approx. and may need to be varied to achieve appropriate turn-on/off positions. |
10' Float Switch Pump Down with Piggy Back Plug = $41.95
20' Float Switch Pump Down with Piggy Back Plug = $46.93
Prevent flooding from power loss by ordering a failed circuit alarm.
| INSTALLATION: | - Using the above table, determine the differential (distance between
the On and Off positions), the tether length required to achieve the differential, and the location of the tether point.
- Using the tie wrap provided, secure the cord to a rigid surface (i.e. the discharge pipe) at the appropriate tether location. Ensure that
the float switch swings freely from the tether location and the float switch will not be obstructed during operation.
- Insert the piggyback plug into a grounded receptacle equipped with
a ground fault interrupter device, then insert the plug from the pump into the piggyback plug. Apply power to the equipment.
| | VERIFY OPERATION: |
- Fill the liquid level container with water until the pump turns on.
- Ensure that the pump removes the water and turns off before the
pump runs out of water. Note: Ensure that the switch turns off at least two inches above the bottom of the pump intake.
- Ensure that there are no obstructions in the upward and downward movement of the float switch.
- If the on and off points are incorrect, disconnect power from the equipment. For a larger differential, increase the cord tether length.
If the differential is correct, but the level is incorrect, the tether
point may need to be changed. Apply power to the equipment, and repeat steps 1 through 4.
- After all adjustments have been completed, tighten the tie wrap to ensure the cord is held securely.
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Caution: some suppliers sell lower priced mercury switches.
Float balls can leak eventually and mercury is toxic,
therefore, we don't want to sell mercury floats.
Wide Angle Float Switch - pump UP type
Float is 2 1/2" x 3 3/8"
Looks identical to "down" style but operates opposite.
Pump-Up Style Float Switch
This float switch is a direct-acting, in-line switch for automatically filling holding tanks or similar applications. The switch consists of one float, a cord with a piggyback plug, and one large mounting strap.
This is a pump up style switch - this means the switch will turn on the electricity when the float is in the down position.
With its 120V (1/2 h.p. max) piggyback plug, the switch can also be used for other items; a light, a bell, etc. These do not contain mercury. Note: Do not use this float switch in gasoline, volatile substances, or any other combustible liquids.
10' Float Switch Pump Up with Piggyback Plug = $41.92
20' Float Switch Pump Up with Piggyback Plug = $46.92
Prevent flooding from power loss by ordering a failed circuit alarm.
Customer Testimonial regarding the float switch:
"I received my float switch today. I have already installed it and it works great.
Thank you for the quick and efficient service. You have a happy new customer."
- Ken Hall, Lakewood, California 90712-1339
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