AXEON Alderon Big Switch-Series - Manual

Alarm Systems Control Panels Float Switches Leak Detection Systems
Note: Check to make sure the right float switch is being used for the right application.
Normally Open - float switches are open while hanging “down” and will close on a rising
liquid level. Typically used for “empty tank” applications.
Normally Closed - float switches are closed while hanging “down” and will open on a
rising liquid level. Typically used for “filling tank” applications.
1. Determine desired cord tether length . See Figure 2.
2. Attach the Pipe Clamp at the desired location. See Figure 1. Adjust the tether length to achieve the desired
pumping range. Use Figure 2 as a guide and test system by filling tank and cycling the system to achieve actual
desired pumping range.
3. Tighten the clamp as tight as possible.
4. Electrical outlet must not be located in pump chamber. Electrical outlet voltage, piggyback plug voltage, and
pump voltage must match. Insert switch’s piggyback plug into outlet. Plug pump into piggyback plug and check
the system by allowing the system to cycle to insure proper operation.
Warning: Turn off all power when installing or adjusting unit.
Failure to turn off all power could result in serious injury or death!
Warning: End user to provide overcurrent protection rated at 240VAC
minimum, 15 Amps maximum.
Read instructions thoroughly. Check local codes and install to meet requirements.
Caution! Use Only
As A Guide,Actual
Testing Must Be
Performed To Obtain
Actual Pumping Range.
Caution! Minimum
Tether Length is 4”
Typical application shown
is for a pumping system
UL Listed. Suitable for
Water and Sewage.
Figure 1
Mounting Level
Electrical: 15 amp @ 120 VAC/240 VAC
Cord: SJOW-A flexible 14 gauge, 2 conductor Neoprene
Float Housing: High Impact PVC, 3.25” diameter x 4.55” length
Max Temperature: 140 degrees F.
Switch Configuration: Single Pole, Single Throw
4” 8”
5’ 9”
6” 10”
7” 11”
8” 12”
9” 13”
10” 14”
11” 15”
12” 16”
13” 17”
14” 18”
15” 19”
16” 20”
17” 21”
18” 22”
Figure 2
Tether
Length
Pumping
Range
Big
Swi
tch
Pump
Flo at
Specifications
Alderon Industries, LLC
P.O. Box 827
Hawley, MN 56549
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P/N 10384 Rev A
2/3/03
Phone: 218.483.3034
Fax: 218.483.3036
Big Switch
Pump Control
Operation, Maintenance
and Installation Manual
TM
PO Box 827 Hawley, MN 56549 (218) 483-3034 Fax (218) 483-3036 www.alderonind.com