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Mini Power Post™ - USER GUIDE

Introduction

Use the Mini Power Post™ to make a professional and safe connection for power and float switch wiring connections to your 

on-site septic system. The Mini Power Post™ eliminates a 4" x 4" wood post and the exposed wires for a safe, clean, and quick 

installation. The Mini Power Post™ serves as a junction box which is connected to a remote alarm panel. This system can be 

used for a wide variety of applications, including but not limited to: septic tanks, holding tanks, pump chambers, and water tanks. 

Visit our website alderonind.com to view the different options and accessories. In addition, there are a variety of float switches 

that can be used with the Mini Power Post™.

Safety Guidelines

Before proceeding with the installation or operation of this product, read all instructions thoroughly, as well as complying with 

all federal, state and local codes, regulations, and practices. This product must be installed by qualified personnel familiar with 

all applicable local electrical and mechanical codes. Refer to the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Failure to properly install 

and test this product can result in personal injury or equipment malfunction.

WARNING

1.  DISCONNECT POWER when installing or servicing the product. Failure to disconnect all power sources could result in 

 

serious injury or death.

2.  NEVER enter a flooded space without proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Always wear dielectric rubber boots 

 

and other applicable protective equipment when water is on the floor and you must service an energized pump, alarm 

 

system, or product.

3.  DO NOT enter the water if the water level is higher than that of the protection your PPE offers or if your PPE is not 

 watertight.

4.  DO NOT use this product with or near flammable liquids.

5.  DO NOT install this product in locations classified as hazardous or in explosive atmospheres as defined by any applicable 

 

electrical safety code.

Summary of Contents for Mini Power Post PRPT-00003

Page 1: ...USER GUIDE MODEL NUMBER PRPT 00003 Mini Power Post Pump Connection Center...

Page 2: ...Post 4 Features 5 Installation 6 Installing Post 6 7 Wiring 7 8 General Operation 9 Septic Tank Monitoring 9 Alarm Auxiliary with Auto Dialer 10 Troubleshooting 11 Specifications 12 Warranty Informat...

Page 3: ...s complying with all federal state and local codes regulations and practices This product must be installed by qualified personnel familiar with all applicable local electrical and mechanical codes Re...

Page 4: ...vel monitoring 6 Pump Float Switch The pump float switch is used to control the pump directly When actuated the pump float switch will pass power to the pump 6 5 4 1 Mini Power Post The Mini Power Pos...

Page 5: ...on 3 Cable grips Pre installed making it easy to run wire in and out of the enclosure 4 Partition Separates high voltage from low voltage 3 1 6 2 3 4 5 Pump Power Receptacle not shown A female 15A pum...

Page 6: ...adapter into access hole On the inside of the post use the lock nut 1 to secure the terminal adapter in place use PVC cement to ensure proper bonding between the terminal adapter and post per local co...

Page 7: ...agram 5 Connect wires coming in Cable Grip A to wires coming in Cable Grip B as shown in the diagram Note NEVER leave ground wire exposed use provided Wago connectors for wire termination Installing P...

Page 8: ...e take the dirt soil removed and backfill the area you dug for the post and riser Backfill Area Backfill Area STEP 3 INSTALL BOTTOM COVER Place the bottom of enclosure back on lining up with the groov...

Page 9: ...he pump float switch deactivates the pump should turn off STEP 2 ALARM FLOAT SWITCH Activate the alarm float switch the alarm indicator of the indoor alarm should illuminate and the buzzer should annu...

Page 10: ...ch The Mini Power Post is installed into the ground and attached to the septic tank riser The pump float switch is only wired to the pump power line When the pump float switch is actuated the pump wil...

Page 11: ...ed the Versa larm alarm indicator will illuminate the buzzer will annunciate and the auxiliary contacts close activating the input of the auto dialer sending a message to programmed number s The alarm...

Page 12: ...ne Indoor Alarm 20 Alarm Float and 20 Filter Switch 4 Pump Switch Options piggyback plug models X No Pump Switch Option 1C 13 Amp 15 Medium Angle Pump Switch 2C 13 Amp 15 Wide Angle Pump Switch 4C 13...

Page 13: ...art Please contact the sales representative in your area to determine the designated Alderon location for return and to obtain the return goods authorization If you do not have a sales representative...

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Page 16: ...awley MN 56549 Main Office Phone 218 483 3034 Website alderonind com General Inquiry Email info alderonind com Submit New Orders orders alderonind com UG00009_Rev06_PRPT 00003_Mini Power Post May 27 2...

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