Installation Guide
Double Throw
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Black is common Red is Normally Open (Pump Down) White is Normally Closed (Pump Up) |
Double Throw (SPDT) Hook Up
Typical Normally Open Application
(PUMP DOWN)
- Attach cord, using a cable tie, to any convenient rigid surface as illustrated. This is known as the tether point. Do not tighten until both turn-on and turn-off levels are established.
(See Fig. 1) - To adjust greater distance between turn-on and turn-off, increase cord length between tether point and float. For less distance between turn-on and turn-off decrease cord
(See Charts; Fig. 3 & 4) - Make sure the float is at least 2 inches above pump base, in the turn-off position, before tightening cable tie at the tether point.
- Plug piggy-back switch cord (Currant Tap) into grounded outlet, then plug into piggy-back switch cord, and check for proper operation.

Fig. 1
Typical Normally Closed Application
(PUMP UP)
- Attach cord, using a cable tie, to any convenient rigid surface as illustrated. this is known as the tether point. Do not tighten until both turn-on and turn-off levels are established.
(See Fig. 2) - To adjust for greater distance between turn-on and turn-off; Increase cord length between tether point and float. For less distance between turn-on and turn-off, decrease cord length.
(See Charts; Fig. 3 & 4) - Make sure levels are correct, and that the float moves freely with no obstructions, then tighten cable ties.

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 4
PVC Jacketed Cord is subject to changes due to temperature. This chart is based on 68 F. when using PVC jacketed wire, established pumping range at room temperature.

12-2 | 7 1/2" |
14-3 | 5" |
14-2 | 4" |
16-3 | 4" |
18-2, 18-3, 16-2 | 3 1/2" |
Wire Gauge | Minimum Length |
Based on SJOW cord @ 65 Deg. F. Flexibility of wire varies Test in actual application to verify |