SJE Rhombus VERTICALMASTER User manual

Installation and Operating Instructions
SJE VERTICALMASTER® PUMP SWITCH U.S. Patent No. 5,155,311 & Canadian Patent Pending.
SJE VERTICALMASTER®II PUMP SWITCH U.S. Patent No. 6,140,925 & Foreign Patents Pending.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: The consumer shall assume all
responsibility and expense for removal, reinstallation, and freight. Any
item to be repaired or replaced under this warranty must be returned
to SJE-RHOMBUS®, or such place as designated by SJE-RHOMBUS®.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS ARE
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. SJE-
RHOMBUS®SHALL NOT, IN ANY MANNER, BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AS A RESULT OF A
BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
SJE-RHOMBUS®THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
SJE-Rhombus®pump switches provide automatic control of pumps in
sump, effluent, and non-potable water applications.
SPECIFICATIONS
CABLE: Flexible 16 gauge, 2 conductor (UL, CSA) SJOW,
water-resistant (CPE)
MOUNTING BRACKET & HOSE CLAMP: Stainless steel
LIFT ROD: Acetal
LIFT ROD STOP PIN: Nylon
FLOAT STOP GROMMET: Neoprene
SWITCH AND FLOAT HOUSING: high impact, corrosion resistant, PVC
Switch and Float Overall: 30.5 cm high x 12.7 cm x 7.6 cm wide
Switch Housing: 5 cm high x 7.1 cm wide, has IPX7 protection
Float Housing: 6.4 cm high x 6.9 cm wide
ELECTRICAL:
120 VAC Rated Voltage:
Maximum Pump Running Current: 13 amps
Maximum Pump Starting Current: 60 amps
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
230 VAC Rated Voltage:
Maximum Pump Running Current: 13 amps
Maximum Pump Starting Current: 60 amps
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Switch must be used with pumps that provide integral thermal
overload protection. Switch is not recommended for controlling
electric loads less than 2A, 12 VAC or non-arcing electric loads.
This equipment is suitable for Category II installations, rated to 52ºC, and protected by double insulation.
Approved for use in non-potable water.
CABLE:
Flexible 18 gauge, 2 conductor (UL, CSA) SJOW, water-resistant
(CPE)
MOUNTING BRACKET & HOSE CLAMP: Stainless steel
LIFT ROD: Acetal
LIFT ROD STOP PIN: Nylon
FLOAT STOP GROMMET: Neoprene
SWITCH AND FLOAT HOUSING: high impact, corrosion resistant, PVC
Switch and Float Overall: 30.5 cm high x 12.7 cm x 7.6 cm wide
Switch Housing: 5 cm high x 7.1 cm wide, has IPX7 protection
Float Housing: 6.4 cm high x 6.9 cm wide
ELECTRICAL:
125 VAC Rated Voltage:
Maximum Pump Running Current: 10 amps
Maximum Pump Starting Current: 60 amps
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
250 VAC Rated Voltage:
Maximum Pump Running Current: 10 amps
Maximum Pump Starting Current: 60 amps
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Switch must be used with pumps that provide integral thermal
overload protection. Switch is not recommended for controlling
electric loads less than 100 miliamps, 12 VAC or non-arcing
electric loads.
SJE VERTICALMASTER® PUMP SWITCH SJE VERTICALMASTER®II PUMP SWITCH
SJE-RHOMBUS®warrants to the original consumer that this product
shall be free of manufacturing defects for three years after the date of
consumer purchase. During that time period and subject to the
conditions set forth below, SJE-RHOMBUS®will repair or replace, for
the original consumer, any component which proves to be defective
due to defective materials or workmanship of SJE-RHOMBUS®.
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO THE MOTOR
START KIT COMPONENT. SJE-RHOMBUS® MAKES NO WARRANTIES
OF ANY TYPE WITH RESPECT TO THE MOTOR START KIT.
ELECTRICAL WIRING AND SERVICING OF THIS PRODUCT MUST
BE PERFORMED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY: (A) to damage due to lightning or
conditions beyond the control of SJE-RHOMBUS®; (B) to defects or
malfunctions resulting from failure to properly install, operate or maintain
the unit in accordance with printed instructions provided; (C) to failures
resulting from abuse, misuse, accident, or negligence; (D) to units
which are not installed in accordance with applicable local codes,
ordinances, or accepted trade practices, and (E) to units repaired and/
or modified without prior authorization from SJE-RHOMBUS®.

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Figure A
INSTALLING THE SWITCH
Warning: Do not install switch in direct line of incoming liquid.
1. Determine desired activation level and pumping range as shown
in Figure A. Pumping range can be adjusted by moving the float
stop up or down the rod.
2. Insert hose clamp through slots in mounting bracket as shown in
Figure B.
3. Position hose clamp around discharge pipe with bracket gripping
tabs against pipe. Cable should remain outside of hose clamp.
4. Tighten the hose clamp securely.
5. Secure pump cable and switch cable to discharge pipe as shown
in Figure A with wire ties (not supplied).
6. Wire switch as shown in Figure D.
7. Check the installation. Verify that the float is free to move and
activate the switch. Allow system to cycle to ensure proper
operation.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
•Periodically inspect the product. Check that the cable has not become worn or that the housing has not been damaged so as to impair the protection of the
product. Replace the product immediately if any damage is found or suspected.
•Periodically check to see that the float and rod are free to move and operate the switch.
•Use only SJE-Rhombus®replacement parts.
For detailed specifications on this product, or for the complete line of SJE-Rhombus®
panel, alarm, and switch products, visit our web site at www.sjerhombus.com.
ELECTRICALSHOCKHAZARD
Disconnect power before installing or servicing this
product. A qualified service person must install and
service this product according to applicable electrical
and plumbing codes.
EXPLOSIONOR FIRE HAZARD
Do not use this product with flammable liquids.
Do not install in hazardous locations as defined by
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Failure to follow these precautions could result in serious injury or death. Replace product immediately if switch cable becomes damaged
or severed. Keep these instructions with warranty after installation. This product must be installed in accordance with National Electric Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 so as to prevent moisture from entering or accumulating within boxes, conduit bodies, fittings, float housing, or cable.
Instl. Instr. PN 1012083C
©SJE-Rhombus 04/08
Figure C
Figure B
125/250 VAC
Normally Open/Pump Down
In 230 VAC installations with line to ground voltage of 115 VAC, one
line of the circuit will always be HOT at the load. This condition exists if the
switch is on or off. Install double pole disconnects on these circuits.
Figure D