Thank you for purchasing this Whale® product. For over 60 years Whale® has led the way in the design and
manufacture of freshwater and waste systems including - plumbing, faucets, showers and pumps for low voltage
applications. The company and its products have built a reputation for quality, reliability and innovation backed up by
excellent customer service.
1. SPECIFICATION
4. TO THE USER
7. INSTALLATION
10. PATENTS AND TRADEMARKS
2. LIST OF CONTENTS
5. APPLICATION
8. MAINTENANCE
11. WARRANTY
3. TO THE FITTER
6. WARNINGS
9. SERVICE SUPPORT 12. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Check that the product is suitable for the intended application, follow installation instructions and ensure all relevant
personnel read the points listed below. Also ensure these instructions are passed on to the end user.
Read the following instructions carefully.
WARNING
: Please note that incorrect installation may invalidate the warranty.
This Whale® Electric Field Sensor senses water level and automatically controls a 12 or 24 volt bilge pump. The switch
turns on when it senses 51mm (2") water level and turns off when water is below 13mm (1/2"). This product is designed for
use in pleasure boat applications, and is not intended to be used in commercial boating applications or for any other use.
With all applications, it is important that a system of safe working practice is applied to installation, use and
maintenance. Ensure the electric supply is turned off and waste water system is drained before installation
1.
Not suitable for use with flammable liquids, diesel, chemicals etc.
2.
Suitable for only freshwater or bilge water. If it is intended for any other purpose or with any other liquid,
it is the users responsibility to ensure that the switch is suitable for the intended use and, in particular,
that the materials are fully compatible with the liquids to be used.
3.
Failure to fuse and connect wires according to these instructions will void product warranty and may cause damage
or serious injury.
4.
Connect in-line fuse (Note: Fit the appropriate amperage specified for your pump model).
5.
Correct voltage range is 10.5 V d.c. to 28.8 V d.c.
DO NOT
use with other voltage, or with A.C., or A.C.to D.C.
converted power sources.
6.
The Electric Field Sensor may draw up to a maximum of 20 amps.
7.
NOTE
- Maximum operating temperature ~ 60°. Maximum flash temperature ~ 90°.
7.1 Location
1.
Mount the switch vertically as shown in fig. 1 (wires located uppermost). Locate the switch as close to the pump
as possible to ensure the same water level.
2.
Prepare a mounting block.
Do not
fasten switch directly to the hull. Mounting block should be minimum 10mm
(3/8") thick marine plywood epoxied to the hull.
3.
Switch base may be located up to 6mm (1/4") higher, but
NEVER
located lower than base of the pump.
7.2 Mounting
1.
Use switch base (Fig. 1) or mounting ears (Fig. 2) as a
template to mark pilot holes in mounting block.
2.
Set drill depth gauge to avoid drilling through hull. Drill
two 3mm (1/8") diameter pilot holes.
3.
Fasten switch onto mounting block with #8 x 1/2"
(3.5mm diameter x 13mm) stainless steel screws (not
supplied).
1. SPECIFICATION
Model Number
BE9003(B)
BE9006(B) (with 30 second time delay)
Voltage
12 V d.c. or 24 V d.c.
Current
Suitable for up to 20 Amps
Residual Current
0.008 Amp
Recommended Circuit Breaker
Maximum - 20 Amps (Exact circuit breaker rating should be rated in line with the
installed pump - see pump installation manual)
3. TO THE FITTER
4. TO THE USER
5. APPLICATION
6. WARNINGS
2. LIST OF CONTENTS
7. INSTALLATION
Fig 1 Using Switch Base
Fig 2 Using Mounting Ears
INSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
