Effluent Pump Float switch 230v help?
#1
11-26-19, 08:03 AM
Effluent Pump Float switch 230v help?
I am replacing my Goulds (WE0312M) 230v Effluent pump that currently is hardwired/heatshrunk to a float switch. When I ordered the replacement pump and a new float switch the shop told me I can not hardwire and a relay or control box must be used. I understand 2 wires are coming hot to the pump, would those be spliced together to one side of the float switch? and then the other side would go to the pumps 2 hot wires?
#2
11-26-19, 11:37 AM
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Did you get a relay or control box ?
The majority of floats..... and ALL the ones I've used..... have a mercury capsule in them for switching. That mercury switch is rated for VERY low current and should never run a pump directly.
The majority of floats..... and ALL the ones I've used..... have a mercury capsule in them for switching. That mercury switch is rated for VERY low current and should never run a pump directly.
