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RFSN-9 Piggyback Remote Float Switch for 1/2 HP Manual Pumps

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  • Ideal for converting any 1/2 HP manual pump to an automatic pump
  • Noncorrosive PVC plastic construction ensures long-term use
  • Mounting strap and 2 mounting clamps allow for easy installation
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This Remote Float Switch, (aka Wide Angle)is a direct-acting, in-line control system for automatically controlling wastewater, effluent, and sewage pumps. Float switch consists of one float, a cord with piggyback plug, one large mounting strap and two small adjustable mounting clamps. Convert any manual pump to an automatic pump, up through 1/2 HP.
  • 115VAC, 60Hz, single phase
  • Maximum HP: 1, maximum run Amps: 13, maximum starting Amps: 85, maximum temperature: 140°F
  • CSA listed, UL listed
  • Comes with a 120V piggyback plug; ratings for 208V and 230V apply if plug is removed
  • Other horsepower and voltage available to special order at your local The Home Depot ProDesk with Special Order SKU 218061
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  • California residents

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Questions & Answers

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Q:can this be used for potable water?
by|Apr 8, 2019
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A:  No, this can't be used for potable water.

by|Apr 16, 2019
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    Q:Is this 120 or 240 volt? I need 240
    by|Dec 27, 2016
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    A:  This confuses a lot of people understandably. So let me try to add some clarity. This float switch will handle 115 or 230 volts up to a max of 13 amps. However it comes with a 120 volt only "piggy back end" so in a 120 volt application you would plug the float switch into the outlet and then plug the pump in to that. So when the float switch rises it will allow current to go to the pump. Meaning the end of the float is Male by Female. If this float is going to be used in a 230 Volt application you would cut the male by female end off. As there is no such thing as a 230 volt piggy back plug. At that voltage everything would be hard wired. And typically there would be a panel controlling the pumps. When I have laid out these systems in 230 Volt I have done it as follows. The panel receives a 230 v feed and a separate 120 v feed. The 230 supplies the pumps and the 120 supplies the panel. By having two power supplies the panel, alarm still run when the pump burns out. In duel pump systems it is also a best practice to give each pump its own power supply. That way the other pump will still work when one burns out.

    by|May 4, 2023
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      Q:How long is the cord?
      by|Dec 17, 2015
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      A:  The cord is 15' long

      by|Nov 9, 2018
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        Q:is there a delay from time turned on to off position? switch i have turns on for 5 seconds and shuts off only a 1/2 inch gets pumped out
        by|Oct 18, 2014
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        A:  Increasing the the distance from the switch to the clamp increases the depth when it switches on and off It will run a little longer but wont run as often (cycle)

        by|Nov 24, 2019
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        Aug 7, 2018
        Using as kill switch for koi pond pump. If...
        Using as kill switch for koi pond pump. If water level drops too low due to failure of waterfall tubing connections, pump will turn off before pond runs dry, thus protecting the fish. Tested switch and preliminary indications show “should” function as planned.
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        Oct 25, 2016
        The HD listing says the switch is rated for 1/2 - 1 HP. The UL cord tag says 1/2 HP max. . I retu...
        The HD listing says the switch is rated for 1/2 - 1 HP. The UL cord tag says 1/2 HP max. . I returned it to nearest store. I needed it for a 3/4 HP sump pump. Might have worked, might have burned up!!
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        Response from chrisOct 26, 2016
        You are correct. I am sorry for the inconvenience and I will correct the listing. Just to offer an explanation as to why this occurred, I checked the Little Giant specification sheet. It does indicate that this float switch will work on pumps from a 1/2" HP -1 HP, but if you look at the specifics you see that it depends on the voltage. The unit is rated to 1/2 HP at 120 Volts and is rated up to 1 HP at 240 Volts. This explains the error but in my opinion does not pass the logic test as you would never run 240 Volts through that style of plug. So I am left thinking, although I may be proven wrong that there is a flaw in there publication. I have a call into them to point this out. We appreciate your feed back because it helps us improve the experience for others going forward. Again I am sorry for the inconvenience.
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