Matelec FPC-11010 User manual

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Low Level Pump Shut-Off Controller
Standard - FPC-11010
Introduction
MATelec Australia’s Low Level Pump Shut-Off Controller is designed to provided power supply to a pump, used to pump water from a
tank into a home or other application. Housed in a robust polycarbonate enclosure, the controller features status indicator lights, a
GPO for power supply to the pump and a 9006 Float Switch with quick plug connection.The controller shuts off power to the pump
when tank is empty, preventing the pump from running dry.
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Safety
This control panel has been designed and built for applications that are Commercial and/or Industrial in nature, operation,function
and location. If the control panel is to be used in Domestic/Residential applications, further consideration is required by the installer
to ensure its suitability. It is the responsibility of the installing electrician to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Prior to installation, ensure power supply is isolated.
• Electrical connection to the panel must be carried out in accordance with the following pages.
• Additions or modifications to the control panel are not permitted and will void warranty.
• The controller is not intended for use by children or infirm persons without supervision.
• Repairs to the controller must only be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician.
This operation manual makes use of the following symbols to indicate warnings that must be paid specific attention to:
Damage to equipment or personal harm may occur if this instruction is not followed
Electrical risk (electrocution hazard) may occur if this instruction is not followed
POWER
ON
TANK
EMPTY
Ball
Valve
Closed
Open
Low Level
Float Switch
Foot
Valve
Pump
240Vac
6Amp max
To House
Mains Water

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Warning: All electrical connections must be carried out by a suitably
qualified and registered electrician
Step 3 - Connections
Close and secure enclosure door, connect the power lead into RCD protected GPO and switch on mains power.The Low Level Pump
Shut-Off Controller is now set up and has begun operation.
Step 1 - Installation
• Use the supplied mounting brackets to install the control panel.
• Control panel enclosure must be mounted in a vertical position.
• Ensure mounting method does not compromise enclosure weatherproof rating.
• Ensure cables/conduits entering the panel have mechanical protection and that the penetrations are sealed and do not
compromise the weatherproof rating of the enclosure.
Front View Side View
Bottom
Mounting Frame/Wall
TopMounting Holes
Step 4 - Powerup
• Connect the float switch to the quick plug socket on the underside of the panel.
• Connect the pump (6 Amp max) to the GPO on the underside of the panel.
Step 2 - Float Switch Installation
• Install the float switch in the tank/pit using a suitable method.
• The included float switch is wired to close on rise, so power to the pump will be shut off when the
float switch opens. Ensure the float is at the correct height in the tank/pit.
• Adjust the switching differential, if required, by moving the cable weight position relative to the float
switch.