Bypass Switch Box Installation Instructions
The Bypass Switch Box for rain, wind or freeze
sensors is an easy way to give any automatic controller bypass capabilities for
its remote sensors. During system servicing or troubleshooting it is often
necessary to bypass any sensors, and for the
end user it provides an easy way to put their irrigation system in a manual
mode, independent of sensor control. |
 Mounting
The box may be mounted quickly and easily by using the adhesive tape on the
back. Simply peel the liner off and press the box to any smooth, clean and dry
surface. The side of the timer-controller box itself might be a suitable
location or just to the side of the controller so the switch box is visible.
If desired, the box can be screwed to a surface by using the two mounting
holes located at the top and bottom of the box.
Wiring
One wire of the Bypass Switch Box needs to be
connected along one leg of the sensor anywhere between the common terminal on
the controller and the sensor. The other wire of the Bypass Switch Box is
connected along the second leg of the sensor that leads to the solenoid valves
(Figure 1). If possible, make the wire connections using the "T-Tap"
connectors as shown (Figure 2). Simply lay the wire in the channel and close
down the top half with pliers. No wire stripping is required. Any wire size
between 20 and 14 AWG can be inserted in the T-Tap. The T-Tap can also be used
to make an extension if necessary.
Operation
Put the Bypass Switch in the
"Auto" position for normal sensor control of the system. Putting the
switch in "Bypass" position closes the circuit to the solenoid
valves independent of the rain sensor switching.
Specifications |
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Weight:
Wire:
Overall Switch Box Rating:
Component Switch Rating:
Electrical Life:
Mechanical Life:
Insulation Resistance: |
1.6 ounces
Two Ft. #18 AWG, included
UL Listed 24 Volt (with supplied wire)
4 amps @ 125 VAC, 2 amps @ 250 VAC
10,000 make-and-break cycles at full load
100,000 cycles min.
10 million ohms min. |
