Could the float switch cable be extended? The cover of the liquid side of my septic tank is about 20' from the house.
744786
I don't see why not, the float switch attaches to screw terminals on the alarm unit. You would just need an extra length of wire and a good splice (especially if it's outside). I'm not sure how hard it would be to replace the entire wire so there would be no splice since I've never had the float end apart.
744787
yes you could. The floater wire has to be connected to the terminals on the alarm, therefore they are already stripped. I do not see any reason why you could not extend those wires. It is not like you would have to cut into anything.
744788
As shipped the cable would not meet your needs. However, if you are knowledgeable about electrical work I see no reason you could not splice the necessary length of cord into the current cord. Unfortunately you void out all warranties by do this. I'd suggest you see a certified electrician about doing the splicing for you. Good luck.
744789
It should work fine by extending it. I did the same with mine. I used low voltage direct bury cable you would use for low voltage lighting. All the tank float is doing is closing the circuit which in turn will set off the alarm.
2181499
It's a premade harness that plugs into the box, but I would think if you used the same guage wire you could probably lengthen it.
669751
it looks like about 5 feet, you could probably extend it with another coax cable though\
1051227
Check cable length; I used mine for a homebrew underwater robot and ended up doing an "extension".
1200302
You need one full inch (I just measured) from the side of each prong to the very edge of the side. Also this has a sticker on it reading "Not For Use With Aquariums And All Other Water Related Products!" I would suggest you might swap out your old outlet for a 12amp GFI Outlet. They are only about $12.00 and they're very easy to install. It is "Code" to have a GFI anywhere near a sink or tub anyways. Good Luck!
342243
I had the same problem and attached it to the end of a 10-foot sewer hose that was in turn attached to the tank drain port. It worked very well and gave me the extra distance I needed to reach my disposal point. I did have one of the adapters that are clear and have hose port for flushing attached directly to the tank drain. This way I could check when the black tank was running with clear liquid and also when I was finished, I could connect a hose to flush out the whole system. It really worked great and is saving me from having to drive 15 miles to empty my tanks after a trip.
1342166
Not very long. Its probably somewhere in the 2 and a half foot area. But if you fully extend it you can cut off the water supply..
2283429
No, I don't think so. The float switch needs a lot of upward travel to close the circuit. If you have a basement application but don't have a big enough hole for the entire pump, there are very small float switch circuit interrupters that you could use. A small hole in the ground would be required. Good luck.
1681326
This is Steve at Aqua Products... the unit may not work well under the cover as the floating cable may not function properly if it is in contact with the cover.
1437692
I guess that depends on a lot of variables, but I would recommend removing the pump to replace the switch as the cover must be removed in order to gain access the switch, also the bottom loop on the float will need to be disconnected.
1886229
I extended it 80 ft, but your going to need cable connectors tools and knowledge of soldering to extend the or receiver wire
662810
Irrigation wiring and submersible wire ties would be advisable. Not sure how the additional wire length would affect the current or if the affect would be enough to notice.
193525
No. Not enough water to support the range of motion required to operate this particular switch.
876061
The float valve for the 12v pump is about 13" from the bottom of the pump. The pump's themselves aren't that deep but if you want the 12v to start before there is water across the floor you'll need a bit deeper.. You really want that switch below the bottom of the drain inlets if you can get it.. For me I had to dig down about 22" and make the sump deeper..
1504134
The shelf above toilet water tank has a backing, not very thick so you could possibly cut to fit outlet.
2111201
This cable is about 6 ft. Letting the switch to be 6 ft. away from the plug.
256003
You can install the float switch independent of the pump, meaning it doesn't have to go on the pvc discharge tube. You can mount it at the lowest point you want by attaching it to a post etc. Remember, the pump will run for an additional 10 seconds after the switch trips to the off position, to clear the remaining water in your sump well.