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Connecting the WaterSwitch to the Pump Using the Union Kit
(Where Supplied)
2. Connect one end of the nipple into the pump discharge, threading it until it is
watertight. (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN)
3. Connect the 1” Female end of the complete barrel union onto the protruding end of
the 1” Nipple until it is watertight (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN)
4. Wrap a reasonable amount of threadseal tape around the 1” end of the union
nipple. Thread it into the base of the WaterSwitch until watertight (DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN). If you are unable to screw the WaterSwitch on top due to space
limitations, unscrew the barren union nut releasing the nipple from the union, then
thread the nipple into the WaterSwitch (Make sure the Union nut remains on the
nipple). Rejoin the union to complete the connection.
Mains Inlet Connection
WaterSwitch has a 1” BSP Female fi tting to connect the incoming mains supply water.
This end is marked with an arrow pointing into the unit (showing water fl ow direction).
Brace this fitting to prevent movement while connecting to the mains supply. Any
movement of this fitting may disturb internal seals and cause leakage.
Water Outlet Connection
WaterSwitch has a 1” BSP Female fitting to connect to household plumbing for uses
such as filling toilet cisterns, the washing machine, and garden taps. This end is
marked with an arrow pointing out of the unit (showing water flow direction). Brace
this fitting to prevent movement while connecting to the mains supply. Any movement
of this fitting may disturb internal seals and cause leakage.
Pipe Marking
In accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1:2003, pipes and outlets connected to WaterSwitch
must be marked as follows:
Outlets that are connected to your WaterSwitch must be marked with the wording
“RAINWATER”. The piping system connected to WaterSwitch must be clearly marked
at 1m spacings with the wording “RAINWATER”
Installation
1. Wrap a sufficient amount of thread seal tape around both ends of the 1” Nipple.
