I use a Superior 91250 pump to empty water out of 55 gallon drums. Will this switch work in that set up. Currently I have to unplug it to stop pump
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It works well providing you set it up right. To trigger the switch it needs to go past 90 degrees either way. Its heavy duty and has been reliable for me. I use mine to maintain my pool. I would say yes its a good choice.
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I think it would. It works for my pump which is in a simple 5-gallon bucket
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It should work as long as switch is not being kept from moving to off set point
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Easiest way would be to use a garden hose to fill the pit with water to the level that would normally trigger the pump to activate. This way you are checking both switch and motor.
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It may not be the switch. You may have a leak somewhere or the bladder in your tank may be damaged. If you don't have a tank that the pump pumps into, I would get one, that should solve your inconsistent pressure problem. Also, if it is an older well, the point on the bottom of the pipe in the well, where it enters the aqua-fore may be clogged with minerals (if so, you will need a new well dug). The switch is a very economical place to start though. Good Luck!
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Hi, The way have this switch wired up, it breaks the contact when it is no longer upright. I have it connected to a pump which is pumping from a pool, and it floats under the water. When the water level drops low enough, it turns sideways or upside down, current no longer flows to the pump, and the pumping stops. When the pool fills up again, the pump turns on again. So, it is really intended for pumping out a sump, not filling a tank. I looked at the manual on line, at http://s3.pexsupply.com/product_files/RFSN-6,RFSN-9,RFSN-10-User.pdf. I did not see any indication that it can be rewired to work the other way. I hope this helps. Hi, The way have this switch wired up, it breaks the contact when it is no longer upright. I have it connected to a pump which is pumping from a pool, and it floats under the water. When the water level drops low enough, it turns sideways or upside down, current no longer flows to the pump, and the pumping stops. When the pool fills up again, the pump turns on again. So, it is really intended for pumping out a sump, not filling a tank. I looked at the manual on line, at http://s3.pexsupply.com/product_files/RFSN-6,RFSN-9,RFSN-10-User.pdf. I did not see any indication that it can be... » Read More Hi, The way have this switch wired up, it breaks the contact when it is no longer upright. I have it connected to a pump which is pumping from a pool, and it floats under the water. When the water level drops low enough, it turns sideways or upside down, current no longer flows to the pump, and the pumping stops. When the pool fills up again, the pump turns on again. So, it is really intended for pumping out a sump, not filling a tank. I looked at the manual on line, at http://s3.pexsupply.com/product_files/RFSN-6,RFSN-9,RFSN-10-User.pdf. I did not see any indication that it can be rewired to work the other way. I hope this helps. « Show Less
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That's what you actually hook up, single phase 220. Each side of the switch is one leg with a center neutral. Do you can run your well pump off of a combined left and right side breaker.This is one of the best residential transfer switches for the money!If you are not confident in wiring it up, better get an electrician...
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I'm not sure I understand what you are trying to do. This float switch is designed to start the pump when water level gets too high and shuts off the pump when the level gets below the bottom float when installed in the upright position. I don't know the size or location of your pond but if outside and wind is a factor, you may have to install the float switch in a stilling well.
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I am not using the safety switch and did not do anything to the level switch wires. If the pump fails for any reason the unit will overflow but this was not a issue for me.
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No. This pump must be operated by a manual switch unless a separate float switch is placed in the electrical circuit.
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It should work. Plug it into a grounded GFCI outlet and you can't let it run dry or it can overheat so an off/on switch would be good. . I also have a similar submersible pump which says the max water depth is 20 feet so submersing in a water barrel should be no problem.
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It depends on the type of switch the drum machine has. It would have to be a 1/4" with latching type switch. you would have to check with the manufacturer of the drum machine or the manual
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I would not know, but an automatic pump is just not to use a switch. I suggest you use a hand pump with a normal switch.Luis
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I have this switch installed in two of my boats. I am not sure exactly how much water it takes to turn off and on. But I do know that the water level to turn it on is higher than the water level to turn it off. Every time I check my bilge's they are very dry. The pump and swithc must be mounted on the lowest part of the bilge as close to the stern as possible. And if you are not happy with it you can always return it to Amazon, their return process is the best.
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Other responders mentioned wire size and short length. That's not the main issue; know the length to power source and pump. If you a little more money to spend, I would buy another switch. I wrote a review, you might check it. I am installing a DC branch panel with good On-Off-On switches and good breakers to replace the temporary Shoreline switches.
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Do you want the automatic pump to run when the battery power is turned off? If so any single pole switch will work because your power to the float is wired direct to the battery. While the other power wire runs to the switch from battery controlling the manual operation. Did this help?
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I don't think that will work. The pump is activated manually by push button. I don't believe it can be automated. You'll need to be careful not to run it dry too.
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This float switch is supposed to turn the sum pump on when the water reaches a certain level. The sum pump is to empty the container full of water. But for some reason if there is a lot of water, the float kind of reset it self and then starts again. I think you are looking for another kind of float switch, you know like the one used in toilet tank. ask for a water tank float switch. This float is not for you.
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Yes. It will work in a 55gal drum. Just don't to drop the unit as it will become loud like a jackhammer.