Alderon Industries 2000275 User manual

USER GUIDE
PART NUMBER:
2000275
Plastic Cable Weight
Control and Pump Switches

Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Safety Guidelines ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Product Included .................................................................................................................................................... 4
Features ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Installation .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Installing Float Switch Cable .............................................................................................................................. 6, 7
Tightening Cable Clip............................................................................................................................................. 7
Installing Float Switch Cable in Application Area ................................................................................................... 8
Testin g .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
General Operation...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Narrow Angle Control Switch Information .............................................................................................................. 9
Medium Angle Control Switch Information............................................................................................................. 9
Wide Angle Control or Pump Switch Information................................................................................................. 10
Multiple Float Application Example ...................................................................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Specications ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Warranty Information ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Company Information ............................................................................................................................................... 16
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Introduction
The plastic cable weight is used as a pivot point for the activation of a control or pump oat switch. Typically used in a tank where
the oat switch cable is suspended from a mounted oat bracket or per local codes. This product can be used with different types
of oat switches for a variety of applications, including but not limited to: lift stations, septic tanks, holding tanks, pump chambers,
and water tanks for liquids up to 200° F. Made with both polypropylene and acetal plastics, the material is rust free and corrosive
resistant to the harsh chemicals which exist in certain applications.
Safety Guidelines
Before proceeding with the installation or operation of this product, read all instructions thoroughly, as well as complying with
all federal, state and local codes, regulations, and practices. This product must be installed by qualied personnel familiar with
all applicable local electrical and mechanical codes. Refer to the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Failure to properly install
and test this product can result in personal injury or equipment malfunction.
WARNING
1. DISCONNECT POWER when installing or servicing the product. Failure to disconnect all power sources could result in
serious injury or death.
2. NEVER enter a ooded space without proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Always wear dielectric rubber boots
and other applicable protective equipment when water is on the oor and you must service an energized pump, alarm
system, or product.
3. DO NOT enter the water if the water level is higher than that of the protection your PPE offers or if your PPE is not
watertight.
4. DO NOT use this product with or near ammable liquids.
5. DO NOT install this product in locations classied as hazardous or in explosive atmospheres as dened by any applicable
electrical safety code.

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Product Included
(1) Plastic Cable Weight
The plastic cable weight is used as a pivot point for the desired
activation level of the oat switch.
(2) Plastic Cable Clip
The plastic cable clip secures the oat switch cable in place.
The standard product will include: (1) Plastic Cable Weight and (1) Plastic Cable Clip.
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Features
Refer to the illustration below to reference the feature descriptions provided.
(1) Enclosure - Rust free polypropylene enclosure which is
corrosive resistant, can be used in both water and sewage
applications.
(2) Cable Slot - The slot is sized for 18 AWG to 14 AWG
type oat switch cables and acts as a pivot point for the
control or pump oat switch.
(3) Cable Clip - Gripper teeth on clip secures oat switch
cable in place at the desired tether length for activation or
pumping ranges. Easy installation and adjustments, no
tools required.
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Installation
DISCONNECT ALL POWER SOURCES WHEN INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO
TURN OFF ALL POWER SOURCES COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Installing Float Switch Cable
STEP 1: REMOVE CABLE CLIP
Remove cable clip from the cable weight by lifting tab upward until it releases from the notch (1A; do not exceed more than a
20 degree angle) and pull directly away (1B).
1A
(lift)
1B (slide)
STEP 2: TETHER LENGTH
Determine the desired activation level, place oat switch cable in slot of the cable weight with cable clip removed, and tether
oat switch to the appropriate length. Refer to the instructions that came with the oat switch for recommended tether length
guides to determine activation or pumping range.
Control Switches (Narrow Angle)
Minimum recommended tether length is 3.5 inches
Pump Switches (Wide Angle)
Minimum recommended tether length is 3.5 inches
Tether
Length

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Installing Float Switch Cable (continued)
STEP 3: SECURE FLOAT SWITCH CABLE
To secure oat switch cable to the cable weight, press the cable clip into slot until it clicks and stops snug against the cable.
Perform a pull test, if the oat switch cable slips, press cable clip into the next notch. See Tightening Cable Clip step 1 for further
instructions on proper installation of cable clip.
Tightening Cable Clip
STEP 1: PROPER INSTALLATION OF CABLE CLIP
Press cable clip into slot until it clicks and stops in notch which makes the most snug t against oat switch cable without
pinching. Make sure the oat switch cable is securely fastened to prevent slipping of the cable, this will maintain an accurate
activation level (control switches) or pumping range (pump switches).
1st Notch = 14 AWG
2nd Notch = 16 AWG
3rd Notch = 18 AWG
Tabs on cable clip
clicks into notch
(14 AWG example)

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Installing Float Switch Cable in Application Area
STEP 1: INSTALL AT DETERMINED ACTIVATION LEVEL
Suspend the oat switch with cable weight at the determined activation level using a mounted oat bracket or per local codes.
STEP 2: WIRING
Wire the oat switch per manufacturer’s instructions.
Testing
STEP 1: TESTING THE ACTIVATION LEVEL
Check the installation of the oat switch by cycling the oat on and off to ensure proper system operation.
Activation Level
Activation Range
Deactivation Level
(narrow angle control switch, normally open example)
MOUNTED FLOAT BRACKET
Activation Level
(narrow angle control switch, normally open example)

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General Operation
The plastic cable weight is used as a pivot point for the activation of a control or pump oat switch. Typically used in a tank
where the oat switch cable is suspended from a mounted oat bracket to monitor liquid levels. The examples shown in this
section indicate the total operating angles for Alderon™ oat switches.
Note: Other brands of oat switches may have different total operating angles or activation/deactivation levels above/below
horizontal. Refer to the instructions that came with the oat switch for complete operation information.
▪ 20° total operating angle
Normally Open:
▪ Activates 15° above horizontal
▪ Deactivates 5° below horizontal
Normally Closed:
▪ Activates 5° below horizontal
▪ Deactivates 15° above horizontal
Normally Open - High Level Alarms or Pump Down (empty) applications
Normally Closed - Low Level Alarms or Pump Up (ll) applications
Narrow Angle Control Switch Information
(normally open example)
▪ 60° total operating angle
Normally Open:
▪ Activates 15° above horizontal
▪ Deactivates 45° below horizontal
Normally Closed:
▪ Activates 45° below horizontal
▪ Deactivates 15° above horizontal
Normally Open - High Level Alarms or Pump Down (empty) applications
Normally Closed - Low Level Alarms or Pump Up (ll) applications
Medium Angle Control Switch Information
(normally open example)

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Multiple float switches with cable weights are typically used for
control applications to empty or fill a tank.
Normally Open (empty):
Top Float = High Alarm
Middle Float = Start Pump
Bottom Float = Stop Pump
Normally Closed (ll):
Top Float = Stop Pump
Middle Float = Start Pump
Bottom Float = Low Alarm
▪ 90° total operating angle
Normally Open:
▪ Activates 45° above horizontal
▪ Deactivates 45° below horizontal
Normally Closed:
▪ Activates 45° below horizontal
▪ Deactivates 45° above horizontal
Wide Angle Control or Pump Switch Information
Multiple Float Application Example
Normally Open - High Level Alarms or Pump Down (empty) applications
Normally Closed - Low Level Alarms or Pump Up (ll) applications
Control Switch
“High Alarm”
Control Switch
“Start”
Control Switch
“Stop”
(normally open example)
EMPTY TANK
(normally open example)