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Installation and Operating Manual<br />

<strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong><br />

<strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Series<br />

B, C, D, F,<br />

O, Q, S, U, W,<br />

and X<br />

with<br />

Aluminum,<br />

Carbon Steel,<br />

or<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Housings


Read this Manual Before Installing<br />

This manual provides information on <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong><br />

<strong>Mechanisms</strong>. It is important that all instructions are read<br />

carefully and followed in sequence. Detailed instructions<br />

are included in the Installation section of this manual.<br />

Conventions Used in this Manual<br />

Certain conventions are used in this manual to convey<br />

specific types of information. General technical material,<br />

support data, and safety information are presented in<br />

narrative form. The following styles are used for notes,<br />

cautions, and warnings.<br />

NOTES<br />

Notes contain information that augments or clarifies<br />

an operating step. Notes do not normally contain<br />

actions. They follow the procedural steps to which<br />

they refer.<br />

Cautions<br />

Cautions alert the technician to special conditions that<br />

could injure personnel, damage equipment, or reduce<br />

a component’s mechanical integrity. Cautions are also<br />

used to alert the technician to unsafe practices or the<br />

need for special protective equipment or specific<br />

materials. In this manual, a caution indicates a<br />

potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,<br />

may result in minor or moderate injury.<br />

WARNINGS<br />

Warnings identify potentially dangerous situations or<br />

serious hazards. In this manual, a warning indicates an<br />

imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,<br />

could result in serious injury or death.<br />

WARNING! Explosion hazard. Do not connect or<br />

disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off<br />

or the area is known to be non-hazardous.<br />

Low Voltage Directive<br />

For use in Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2. If<br />

equipment is used in a manner not specified by manufacturer,<br />

protection provided by equipment may be<br />

impaired.<br />

Notice of Copyright and Limitations<br />

<strong>Magnetrol</strong> & <strong>Magnetrol</strong> logotype are registered trademarks<br />

of <strong>Magnetrol</strong> <strong>International</strong>. Copyright © 2012<br />

<strong>Magnetrol</strong> <strong>International</strong>. All rights reserved.<br />

Performance specifications are effective with date of issue<br />

and are subject to change without notice.<br />

<strong>Magnetrol</strong> reserves the right to make changes to the<br />

products described in this manual at any time without<br />

notice. <strong>Magnetrol</strong> makes no warranty with respect to the<br />

accuracy of the information in this manual.<br />

Warranty<br />

All <strong>Magnetrol</strong> mechanical level and flow controls are warranted<br />

free of defects in materials or workmanship for five<br />

full years from the date of original factory shipment.<br />

If returned within the warranty period; and, upon factory<br />

inspection of the control, the cause of the claim is<br />

determined to be covered under the warranty; then,<br />

<strong>Magnetrol</strong> will repair or replace the control at no cost to<br />

the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation.<br />

<strong>Magnetrol</strong> shall not be liable for misapplication, labor<br />

claims, direct or consequential damage or expense arising<br />

from the installation or use of equipment. There are no<br />

other warranties expressed or implied, except special<br />

written warranties covering some <strong>Magnetrol</strong> products.<br />

Quality Assurance<br />

The quality assurance system in place at <strong>Magnetrol</strong><br />

guarantees the highest level of quality throughout the<br />

company. <strong>Magnetrol</strong> is committed to providing full<br />

customer satisfaction both in quality products and<br />

quality service.<br />

The <strong>Magnetrol</strong> quality assurance<br />

system is registered to ISO 9001<br />

affirming its commitment to known<br />

international quality standards<br />

providing the strongest assurance of<br />

product/service quality available.


Table of Contents<br />

<strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

1.0 Reference Information.....................................................4<br />

1.1 Principle of Operation ..............................................4<br />

1.2 Operating Cycle........................................................4<br />

1.3 Description ...............................................................5<br />

1.3.1 Dry contact switches B, C, D, O, Q, S and U ...5<br />

1.3.2 Hermetically sealed switches F, W and X........5<br />

2.0 Installation.......................................................................6<br />

2.1 Replacing <strong>Switch</strong> Mechanism....................................6<br />

2.2 Replacing Dry Contact <strong>Switch</strong>es...............................7<br />

2.2.1 Series B, C, D, F, O, Q, S, U, W and X.........7<br />

2.3 Vibration Service Adjustment ...................................8<br />

3.0 Wiring .............................................................................9<br />

3.1 SPDT Terminal Connections....................................9<br />

3.1.1 Single float with one switch or<br />

single stage displacer.......................................9<br />

3.1.2 Single float with two switches or<br />

dual stage displacer.........................................9<br />

3.1.3 Single float with three switches or<br />

three stage displacer......................................10<br />

3.2 DPDT Terminal Connections.................................11<br />

3.2.1 Single float with one switch or<br />

single stage displacer.....................................11<br />

3.2.2 Single float with two switches or<br />

dual stage displacer.......................................11<br />

3.2.3 Three stage displacer ....................................12<br />

4.0 Preventative Maintenance..............................................13<br />

4.1 Inspect <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>.....................................13<br />

5.0 <strong>Switch</strong> Specifications .....................................................14<br />

6.0 Replacement <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>.................................15<br />

6.0.1 Magnet strength ...........................................15<br />

6.1 Yellow Dot Magnet Replacement <strong>Mechanisms</strong>........15<br />

6.1.1 Series B, C, D, F, O, Q, S, U, W and X.......15<br />

6.2 Red Dot Magnet Replacement <strong>Mechanisms</strong>............16<br />

6.2.1 Series B, C, F, U, W and X ..........................16<br />

7.0 <strong>Switch</strong> Housing Replacement Assemblies .....................17<br />

7.0.1 Aluminum housings .....................................17<br />

7.0.2 Cast iron housings........................................18<br />

7.0.3 Carbon steel housings...................................18<br />

7.1 Replacement Housing Kits......................................19<br />

7.1.1 Referred by eighth, ninth and tenth digit.....19<br />

7.1.2 Referred by description ................................19<br />

7.1.3 ATEX...........................................................19<br />

7.2 Replacement Gaskets and Hardware .......................20<br />

8.0 Manual Reset Option....................................................20<br />

8.1 Parts Breakdown and Identification.........................20<br />

8.2 Field Installation Instructions..................................21<br />

9.0 <strong>Switch</strong> and Housing Model Codes................................22<br />

9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes .....22<br />

9.2 ATEX Enclosure Codes...........................................31


5<br />

Process<br />

Liquid<br />

4<br />

Rising Level<br />

Figure 1<br />

Rising Level<br />

1<br />

3<br />

2<br />

Pivot<br />

Return<br />

Spring<br />

Process<br />

Liquid<br />

Falling Level<br />

Figure 2<br />

Falling Level<br />

1.0 Reference Information<br />

1.1 Principle of Operation<br />

Figures 1 & 2 illustrate the simple, reliable operating principle<br />

of a float level switch. <strong>Switch</strong>ing action is obtained<br />

through the use of a magnetic sleeve (4) and a float (3),<br />

displacer or flow sensing element and a switching mechanism<br />

(2). These two basic component assemblies are separated<br />

by a non-magnetic, pressure tight enclosing tube (5).<br />

The switch (2) and magnet (1) are assembled to a mechanism<br />

with a swinging arm which operates on precision<br />

stainless steel pivots.<br />

1.2 Operating Cycle<br />

As level of a liquid in a vessel rises (Figure 1), the float<br />

rides on the liquid surface moving the magnetic sleeve<br />

upward in the enclosing tube and into the field of the<br />

switch mechanism magnet. As a result, the magnet is<br />

drawn in tightly to the enclosing tube moving the switch<br />

adjusting screw and allowing the activating arm of the<br />

snap switch to move, making or breaking the electrical<br />

circuit. As the liquid level recedes (Figure 2), the float and<br />

magnetic sleeve moves downward until the switch magnet<br />

releases and is drawn outward, away from the enclosing<br />

tube by a tension spring. This in turn allows the activating<br />

arm of the snap switch to move, thus reversing<br />

switch action.<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> mechanisms may include a single switch or multiple<br />

switches, depending on operational requirements and<br />

switching action desired.<br />

4 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


Figure 3<br />

Series B, C, D, O and Q Dry<br />

Contact <strong>Switch</strong>es<br />

Figure 4<br />

Series S<br />

Snap <strong>Switch</strong><br />

Figure 5<br />

Series F<br />

Hermetically Sealed <strong>Switch</strong><br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

1.3 Description<br />

<strong>Magnetrol</strong> level controls are available with a range of different<br />

switch mechanisms—each designed for specific service<br />

conditions. A brief description of the individual switch<br />

mechanisms and their applications are given below.<br />

1.3.1 Dry Contact <strong>Switch</strong>es B, C, D, O, Q, S and U<br />

• Series B switches are general purpose with a maximum<br />

liquid temperature rating of +250° F (+121° C), see<br />

Figure 3.<br />

• Series C switches are general purpose with a maximum<br />

liquid temperature rating of +450° F (+232° C), see<br />

Figure 3.<br />

• Series D switches are designed for DC current applications<br />

with a maximum liquid temperature rating of<br />

+250° F (+121° C), see Figure 3.<br />

• Series O switches are general purpose with a maximum<br />

liquid temperature rating of +300° F (+149° C), used only<br />

in model C10 and C15 units, see Figure 3.<br />

• Series Q switches are general purpose with a maximum<br />

liquid temperature rating of +250° F (+121° C), used only<br />

in model C10 and C15 units, see Figure 3.<br />

• Series S switches are general purpose with a maximum liquid<br />

temperature rating of +550° F (+288° C), or designed<br />

for DC current applications with a maximum liquid temperature<br />

of +250° F (+121° C), used only in model B40<br />

units, see Figure 4.<br />

• Series U switches have gold alloy contacts and are suitable<br />

for applications with a maximum liquid temperature of<br />

+250° F (+121° C).<br />

1.3.2 Hermetically Sealed <strong>Switch</strong>es F, W and X<br />

Hermetically sealed switches are for use in special applications<br />

where hermetically sealed contacts are required.<br />

• Series F switches are well suited for use in process temperatures<br />

up to +750° F (+399° C), see Figure 5.<br />

• Series W switches are suitable for applications with a<br />

maximum liquid temperature of +450° F (+232° C).<br />

• Series X switches have gold-plated contacts and are suitable<br />

for applications with a maximum liquid temperature of<br />

+450° F (+232° C).<br />

NOTE: See bulletin 42-694 for series HS & H1 hermetically<br />

sealed switches.<br />

5


Figure 6<br />

Mounting Screw<br />

Figure 7<br />

Baffle Plate Screw<br />

Baffle Plate Screw<br />

2.0 Installation<br />

2.1 Replacing <strong>Switch</strong> Mechanism<br />

Caution: Before attempting to remove a switch mechanism, be certain<br />

to pull disconnect switch or otherwise assure that<br />

electrical circuit through control is de-energized.<br />

1. Disconnect wiring from supply side of terminal block<br />

on switch mechanism. Note and record lead wire<br />

terminal locations.<br />

2. Loosen screw in split mounting clamp until mechanism<br />

slides freely on enclosing tube, refer to Figure 6.<br />

3. Remove small round head screw securing lower switch<br />

mechanism to baffle plate, refer to Figure 7.<br />

4. Slide switch mechanism off of enclosing tube. If mechanism<br />

is to be reused, ensure that it is placed on a clean surface,<br />

free of metallic particles that may be attracted to the<br />

switch magnet.<br />

5. Loosen mounting screw so that switch frame will fit over<br />

e-tube. Install switch mechanism by sliding it over the<br />

enclosing tube. Slide mechanism down until the bottom of<br />

the frame and terminal block are resting on the baffle<br />

plate. The baffle plate should be resting on the hub of the<br />

housing base.<br />

6. Install and tighten baffle plate screw so that the switch<br />

mechanism may not be separated from the baffle plate.<br />

Tighten the mechanism mounting screw so that the mechanism<br />

is firmly clamped to the enclosing tube.<br />

7. Swing magnet assembly in and out by hand, checking<br />

carefully for any signs of binding.<br />

8. Reattached supply-side wiring to the terminal block and<br />

check switch function by varying liquid level in the vessel.<br />

6 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


Figure 8<br />

Dry Contact <strong>Switch</strong> Mechanism<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Adjusting<br />

Screw<br />

Mounting<br />

Screws<br />

2.2 Replacing Dry Contact <strong>Switch</strong>es<br />

2.2.1 Series B, C, D, F, O, Q, S, U, W and X<br />

1. Disconnect control from power supply.<br />

2. Disconnect switch leads from terminal block. Note and<br />

record terminal connections of switch to be replaced.<br />

3. Remove two mounting screws holding existing switch,<br />

refer to Figure 8.<br />

4. Remove existing switch and install replacement switch in<br />

the same position, tightening mounting screws securely.<br />

NOTE: For proper operation of the replacement switch, it must actuate<br />

in the middle portion of the pivoted magnet’s swing.<br />

5. Check switch action and adjust as follows:<br />

a. Slowly rotate the pivoted magnet by hand, back and<br />

forth through its angle of swing, listening closely for the<br />

actuating click of the switch in each direction.<br />

b. Check to see if there is equal overtravel of magnet in its<br />

swing after the switch click in either direction.<br />

c. If switch actuation is not correct, change adjustment of<br />

actuating screw using a 1 ⁄16" hexagon key wrench, refer to<br />

Figure 8.<br />

NOTE: If a single switch is being replaced on a DPDT mechanism,<br />

lever of second switch must be depressed and held to allow<br />

for the audible adjustment of new switch, as described above.<br />

d. With new switch in adjustment, release lever of second<br />

switch and perform fine-tuning of both switches to<br />

provide simultaneous actuation (clicks).<br />

6. Reconnect power supply and test switch action by varying<br />

liquid level in the vessel or by “gently blowing down”<br />

float chamber.<br />

7


Vessel<br />

Baffle plate<br />

Direction of<br />

vibration<br />

Baffle plate<br />

Direction of vibration<br />

Incorrect<br />

Correct<br />

Swing of magnet<br />

Figure 9<br />

Rotation of <strong>Switch</strong><br />

Mechanism in Vibration<br />

Frame mounting screw<br />

2.3 Vibration Service Adjustment<br />

Level controls are frequently used in applications where<br />

vibration is encountered, such as on scrubbers or compressors.<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> mechanisms may require repositioning to<br />

prevent unwanted magnet movement. This position is<br />

usually best at right angles to the direction of vibration.<br />

The direction of vibration may be determined by the<br />

arrangement of connections to the vessel or the vessels<br />

mounting method. Accordingly, the vibration will tend to<br />

be in one direction only.<br />

Upon determining the vibration direction, switch mechanism(s)<br />

may be rotated from an incorrect position (as<br />

shown in Figure 9, illustration is shown as looking at a<br />

control from above), to a correct position as follows:<br />

Caution: Before attempting to remove a switch mechanism, be certain<br />

to pull disconnect switch or otherwise assure that<br />

electrical circuit through control is de-energized.<br />

1. Disconnect control from power supply.<br />

2. Loosen screw in split mounting clamp until mechanism<br />

turns freely on enclosing tube, refer to Figure 6 on page 6.<br />

3. Rotate entire mechanism and bottom baffle plate together<br />

to the correct position.<br />

Caution: Be certain power supply wires retain some slack at new<br />

position. Do not pull wires taut.<br />

NOTE: Amount of rotation required will vary with each installation and<br />

may not be as much as shown in illustration.<br />

4. Check action of switch magnet at new position. When<br />

magnet vibrates from side to side, instead of front to back,<br />

correct position has been attained.<br />

5. Tighten clamp screw on switch mechanism.<br />

6. Reconnect power supply, and test switch action under<br />

operating conditions.<br />

8 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


Load<br />

Close on Low Level (NC)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on High Level (NO)<br />

Load<br />

Figure 10<br />

Single Float with One <strong>Switch</strong><br />

or Single Stage Displacer<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

Internal<br />

Circuit<br />

3.0 Wiring<br />

Circuits shown are for direct-acting level switches and are<br />

reversed in side mounting float-in-tank models, which<br />

utilize a reversing float pivot.<br />

NOTE: See bulletin 42-694 for wiring diagrams for “HS” Series<br />

hermetically sealed switches.<br />

3.1 SPDT Terminal Connections<br />

3.1.1 Single float with one switch or single stage displacer<br />

1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6, see Figure 10.<br />

2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5.<br />

3. Wiring Diagram is reversed (high level actuation becomes<br />

low level actuation, etc.) when this switch mechanism is<br />

used on side mounted float switches employing a reversing<br />

pivot (Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.).<br />

3.1.2 Single float with two switches or dual stage displacer<br />

1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure 11.<br />

2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2.<br />

3. Wiring diagram is reversed (high level actuation becomes<br />

low level actuation, etc.) when this switch mechanism is<br />

used on side mounted float switches employing a reversing<br />

pivot (Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.).<br />

4. On units with tandem floats, the top float operates the<br />

bottom mechanism while the bottom float actuates the<br />

top mechanism.<br />

Upper stage operates<br />

upper switch mechanism<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Close on Low Level (NC)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on High Level (NO)<br />

Lower stage operates<br />

lower switch mechanism<br />

Load<br />

Close on Low Level (NC)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on High Level (NO)<br />

Load<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

Assem.<br />

A<br />

Assem.<br />

B<br />

Figure 11<br />

Single Float with Two <strong>Switch</strong>es<br />

or Dual Stage Displacer<br />

Internal<br />

Circuit<br />

Internal<br />

Circuit<br />

9


3.1.3 Single float with three switches or<br />

three stage displacer:<br />

1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure 12.<br />

2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2.<br />

3. Unit is shipped with switches positioned for proper<br />

function. Do not change switch spacing.<br />

Upper stage operates<br />

upper switch mechanism<br />

Load<br />

Close on Low Level (NC)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on High Level (NO)<br />

Load<br />

Middle stage operates<br />

middle switch mechanism<br />

Load<br />

Close on Low Level (NC)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on High Level (NO)<br />

Load<br />

Lower stage operates<br />

lower switch mechanism<br />

Load<br />

Close on Low Level (NC)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on High Level (NO)<br />

Load<br />

10 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

Assem.<br />

B<br />

Assem.<br />

A<br />

Assem.<br />

B<br />

Figure 12<br />

Single Float with Three <strong>Switch</strong>es<br />

or Three Stage Displacer<br />

Internal<br />

Circuit<br />

Internal<br />

Circuit<br />

Internal<br />

Circuit


Load<br />

Load<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Left <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

Figure 13<br />

Single Float with One <strong>Switch</strong><br />

or Single Stage Displacer<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Right <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

3.2 DPDT Terminal Connections<br />

3.2.1 Single float with one switch or single stage displacer<br />

1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure13.<br />

2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2.<br />

3. Double pole action is obtained by simultaneous operation<br />

of the right and left side single pole double throw switches.<br />

4. Wiring diagram is reversed (close on high becomes close<br />

on low, etc.) when this switch mechanism is used on side<br />

mounted float switches employing a reversing pivot.<br />

(Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.)<br />

3.2.2 Single float with two switches or dual stage displacer<br />

1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure 14.<br />

2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2.<br />

3. Double pole action is obtained by simultaneous operation<br />

of the right and left side single pole switches.<br />

4. Wiring diagram is reversed (close on high becomes close<br />

on low, etc.) when this switch mechanism is used on side<br />

mounted float switches employing a reversing pivot.<br />

(Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.)<br />

5. On units with tandem floats, the top float operates the<br />

bottom mechanism while the bottom float actuates the<br />

top mechanism.<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Lower stage operates lower switch mechanism<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Left <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Upper stage operates upper switch mechanism<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Left <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Right <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Right <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Figure 14<br />

Single Float with Two <strong>Switch</strong>es or Dual Stage Displacer<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

11


3.2.3 Three Stage Displacer<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure 15.<br />

2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2.<br />

3. Double pole action is obtained by simultaneous operation<br />

of the right and left side single pole switches.<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Upper stage operates<br />

upper switch mechanism<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Left <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Middle stage operates<br />

middle switch mechanism<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Left <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Lower stage operates<br />

lower switch mechanism<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Left <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Right <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

12 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

4<br />

5<br />

6<br />

Figure 15<br />

Three Stage Displacer<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Right <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Internal Circuit<br />

(Right <strong>Switch</strong>)<br />

Close on high level (NO)<br />

Common (C)<br />

Close on low level (NC)<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load<br />

Load


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4.0 Preventative Maintenance<br />

Inspect switch mechanisms, terminals and connections<br />

regularly. Proof test interval to be determined by application<br />

requirements (required reliablity, operating conditions,<br />

site requirements, etc.).<br />

4.1 Inspect <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>, Terminals<br />

and Connections<br />

1. Dry contact switches should be inspected for excessive<br />

wear on actuating lever or misalignment of adjustment<br />

screw at point of contact between screw and lever. Such<br />

wear can cause false switch actuating levels.<br />

2. DO NOT operate your control with defective or maladjusted<br />

switch mechanisms.<br />

3. Level controls may sometimes be exposed to excessive<br />

heat or moisture. Under such conditions, insulation on<br />

electrical wiring may become brittle, eventually breaking<br />

or peeling away. The resulting “bare” wires can cause<br />

short circuits.<br />

NOTE: Check wiring carefully and replace at the first sign of brittle<br />

insulation.<br />

4. Vibration may sometimes cause terminal screws to loosen.<br />

Check all terminal connections to be certain that screws<br />

are tight.<br />

NOTE: Spare switches should be kept on hand at all times.<br />

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5.0 <strong>Switch</strong> Specifications<br />

RATING<br />

SWITCH SWITCH PROCESS<br />

SERIES TYPE TEMP. RANGE➀ LOAD Volts AC Volts DC<br />

° F (° C) 120 240 480 24 120 240<br />

-40 to +250 Non-Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 6.00 0.50 0.25<br />

B Snap (-40 to +121) Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 5.00 0.05 0.03<br />

1 1 Horsepower<br />

⁄8 ⁄4 — — — —<br />

-40 to +450<br />

Non-Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 10.00 1.00 0.50<br />

C Snap<br />

(-40 to +232)<br />

Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 5.00 0.50 —<br />

1 1 Horsepower<br />

⁄10 ⁄6 — — — —<br />

D Snap<br />

F<br />

(followed Hermetic<br />

by letter)<br />

F<br />

(followed Hermetic<br />

by number)<br />

Non-Inductive Amp 10.00 — — 10.00 10.00 1.50 min.<br />

3.00 max.<br />

Inductive Amp 3.80 — — — 2.20 —<br />

Horsepower 1<br />

⁄8 — — — 1<br />

⁄8 —<br />

Resistive Amp 2.50 — — 4.00 ➁ 0.30 —<br />

Inductive Amp 2.50 — — 2.00 ➁ 0.10 —<br />

Resistive Amp 1.00 — — 15.00 ➁ — —<br />

Inductive Amp 1.00 — — 10.00 ➁ — —<br />

-40 to +450 Non-Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 — 1.00 0.50<br />

O Snap (-40 to +232) Inductive Amp<br />

Horsepower<br />

15.00<br />

1<br />

⁄10<br />

15.00<br />

1<br />

⁄6<br />

15.00<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

-40 to +250 Non-Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 6.00 0.50 0.25<br />

Q Snap (-40 to +121) Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 5.00 0.05 0.30<br />

1 1 Horsepower<br />

⁄8 ⁄4 — — — —<br />

SA<br />

SD<br />

SK<br />

SN<br />

-40 to +250<br />

(-40 to +121)<br />

-50 to +750<br />

(-46 to +399)<br />

-50 to +250<br />

(-46 to +121)<br />

-40 to +550 Non-Inductive Amp 15.00 15.00 15.00 — 1.00 0.50<br />

Snap (-40 to +288) Inductive Amp<br />

Horsepower<br />

15.00<br />

1<br />

⁄10<br />

15.00<br />

1<br />

⁄6<br />

15.00<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

0.50<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

SB<br />

SE<br />

SL Snap<br />

-40 to +250<br />

(-40 to +121)<br />

Non-Inductive Amp<br />

Inductive Amp<br />

10.00<br />

3.80<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

10.00<br />

—<br />

10.00<br />

2.20<br />

1.50 min.<br />

3.00 max.<br />

—<br />

SO Horsepower 1<br />

⁄8 — — — 1<br />

⁄8 —<br />

(X) B<br />

(x=gold<br />

contacts)<br />

(X) F<br />

(x=gold<br />

contacts)<br />

(X) HS<br />

(x=gold<br />

contacts)<br />

U<br />

W<br />

X<br />

Snap<br />

Gold<br />

Contacts<br />

Hermetic<br />

Snap Gold<br />

Contacts<br />

Hermetic<br />

Snap Gold<br />

Contacts<br />

Snap Gold<br />

Contacts<br />

Hermetic<br />

Snap<br />

Hermetic<br />

Snap Gold<br />

Contacts<br />

-40 to +250<br />

(-40 to +121)<br />

-50 to +750<br />

(-46 to +399)<br />

-50 to +550<br />

(-46 to +288) ➂<br />

-40 to +250<br />

(-40 to +121)<br />

-50 to +450<br />

(-46 to +232)<br />

-50 to +450<br />

(-46 to +232)<br />

Non-inductive<br />

Inductive<br />

Non-inductive<br />

Inductive<br />

Non-inductive<br />

Inductive<br />

Non-inductive Amp<br />

Inductive Amp<br />

Horsepower<br />

Non-inductive Amp<br />

Inductive Amp<br />

Horsepower<br />

Non-inductive Amp<br />

Inductive Amp<br />

Horsepower<br />

➀ Process temperatures based on +100° F (+38° C) ambient temperature.<br />

➁ 28 VDC<br />

➂ On steam applications, temperature down-rated to +400° F (+204° C) at +100° F (+38° C) ambient.<br />

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1.00<br />

1.00<br />

—<br />

—<br />

1.00<br />

—<br />

1.00<br />

—<br />

—<br />

1.00<br />

—<br />

—<br />

0.50<br />

0.15<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

1.00<br />

0.80<br />

—<br />

0.50<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

1.00<br />

0.25<br />

2.00<br />

1.00<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3.00 ➁<br />

—<br />

—<br />

0.50<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

1.00<br />

1.00<br />

—<br />

0.50<br />

—<br />

—<br />

0.50<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

0.50<br />

—<br />


6.1 Yellow Dot Magnet Replacement <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

6.1.1 Series B, C, D, F, O, Q, S, U, W & X – Yellow<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

8th & 9th<br />

10th Digit<br />

E, F, Y, M, W, Q, B, S, K<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Series Contacts Quantity<br />

Digit Bottom Mech Middle Mech Top Mech Only<br />

B<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

BA, BK<br />

BB, BL<br />

BC, BM<br />

089-7401-104<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-103<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-104 089-7101-020<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

BD, BN<br />

BE, BO<br />

089-7401-122 N/A<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-122<br />

C<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

CA, CK<br />

CB, CL<br />

CC, CM<br />

089-7401-110<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-109<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-110 089-7101-022<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

CD, CN<br />

CE, CO<br />

089-7401-125 N/A<br />

089-7401-125<br />

D<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

DA, DK<br />

DB, DL<br />

DC, DM<br />

089-7401-106<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-105<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-106 089-7101-024<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

DD, DN<br />

DE, DO<br />

089-7401-123 N/A<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-123<br />

F<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

1<br />

2<br />

FA, FK<br />

FB, FL<br />

FD, FN<br />

FE, FO<br />

089-7401-095<br />

089-7401-098<br />

N/A<br />

N/A<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-096<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-098<br />

089-7101-041<br />

O<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

3<br />

3<br />

OC, OM<br />

OE, OK<br />

089-7401-110<br />

089-7401-125<br />

089-7401-109<br />

089-7401-125<br />

089-7401-110<br />

089-7401-125<br />

089-7101-022<br />

Q<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

3<br />

3<br />

QC, QM<br />

QE, QK<br />

089-7401-104<br />

089-7401-122<br />

089-7401-103<br />

089-7401-122<br />

089-7401-104<br />

089-7401-122<br />

089-7101-020<br />

S<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

1<br />

SA, SK<br />

SD, SN<br />

089-7401-126<br />

089-7401-128<br />

N/A 089-7101-022<br />

S (DC volt)<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

1<br />

SB, SL<br />

SE, SO<br />

089-7401-129<br />

089-7401-127<br />

N/A 089-7101-024<br />

Continued on next page.<br />

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6.0 Replacement <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

6.0.1 Magnet strength<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> mechanisms are provided with different strength magnets<br />

as determined by the characteristics of the level switch. A<br />

red, red/yellow or yellow dot is visible on each magnet. When<br />

ordering replacement switch mechanisms, be certain to determine<br />

the color dot on the magnet. For these types of switches,<br />

the tenth digit of the model number identifies the magnet<br />

used on the control. The correct magnet dot color may be<br />

chosen by finding the tenth digit of your model number at<br />

the top of the chart. Any model numbers preceded with an<br />

“X” are specially modified controls. Contact the factory for<br />

replacement part numbers.<br />

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6.1.1 Series B, C, D, F, O, Q, S, U, W & X – Yellow (cont.)<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Series Contacts Quantity<br />

U<br />

W<br />

X<br />

10th Digit<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

8th & 9th<br />

G, H, R, D, V, P, A, T, J<br />

Series Contacts Quantity Digits Bottom Mech Middle Mech Top Mech<br />

B<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

BA, BK<br />

BB, BL<br />

BC, BM<br />

089-7401-102<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-101<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-102<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

BD, BN<br />

BE, BO<br />

089-7401-121 N/A<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-121<br />

C<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

CA, CK<br />

CB, CL<br />

CC, CM<br />

089-7401-108<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-107<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-108<br />

F<br />

U<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

6.2 Red Dot Magnet Replacement <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

6.2.1 Series B, C, F, U, W & X – Red, Red/Yellow<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

8th & 9th<br />

Digits<br />

10th Digit<br />

E, F, Y, M, W, Q, B, S, K<br />

Bottom Mech Middle Mech Top Mech<br />

1 UA, UK, UU 047-5534-001 N/A N/A<br />

2 UB, UL, UV 047-5534-001 047-5535-001 N/A<br />

3 UC, UM, UW 047-5534-001 047-5535-001 047-5534-001<br />

1 UD, UN, UX 047-6520-001 N/A N/A<br />

2 UE, UO, UY 047-6520-001 047-6520-001 N/A<br />

1 WA, WK, WU 089-7410-004 N/A N/A<br />

2 WB, WL, WV 089-7410-004 089-7410-003 N/A<br />

3 WC, WM, WW 089-7410-004 089-7410-003 089-7410-004<br />

1 WD, WN, WX 089-7410-005 N/A N/A<br />

2 WE, WO, WY 089-7410-005 089-7410-005 N/A<br />

1 XA, XK, XU 089-7412-004 N/A N/A<br />

2 XB, XL, XV 089-7412-004 089-7412-003 N/A<br />

3 XC, XM, XW 089-7412-004 089-7412-003 089-7412-004<br />

1 XD, XN, XX 089-7412-005 N/A N/A<br />

2 XE, XO, XY, X4 089-7412-005 089-7412-005 N/A<br />

1 CD, CN<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-124 N/A<br />

2 CE, CO 089-7401-124<br />

1<br />

2<br />

FA, FK<br />

FB, FL<br />

089-7401-093<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-094<br />

1<br />

2<br />

FD, FN<br />

FE, FO<br />

089-7401-097<br />

N/A<br />

N/A<br />

089-7401-097<br />

1 UA, UK, UU 047-5533-001 N/A N/A<br />

2 UB, UL, UV 047-5533-001 047-5536-001 N/A<br />

3 UC, UM, UW 047-5533-001 047-5536-001 047-5533-001<br />

1 UD, UN, UX 047-6519-001 N/A N/A<br />

2 UE, UO, UY 047-6519-001 047-6519-001 N/A<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> Only<br />

037-4630-001<br />

037-9101-001<br />

037-9102-001<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> Only<br />

089-7101-020<br />

089-7101-022<br />

089-7101-041<br />

037-4630-001<br />

Continued on next page.<br />

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6.2.1 Series B, C, F, U, W & X – Red, Red/Yellow (cont.)<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Series Contacts Quantity<br />

W<br />

X<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> Assembly<br />

Patent Label<br />

Lockwasher<br />

Ground Screw<br />

Housing Base<br />

Breather Drain<br />

(optional)<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

Figure 16<br />

Aluminum Housing Assembly<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Enclosing Tube Assembly<br />

Set Screw<br />

Set Screw<br />

O-ring<br />

Enclosing Tube Assembly<br />

Baffle Plate<br />

7.0 <strong>Switch</strong> Housing Replacement<br />

Assemblies<br />

Housing Cover<br />

Gasket<br />

Pipe Plug<br />

8th & 9th<br />

Digits<br />

When ordering replacement parts for an existing<br />

<strong>Magnetrol</strong> instrument, please specify:<br />

1. Model and serial numbers of control.<br />

2. Description and part number of replacement kit.<br />

The proper replacement switch housing kit and parts can<br />

be determined by the last three characters of the model<br />

number. In section 6.1.1 on page 18, locate the eighth and<br />

ninth digits of your model number at the left side of the<br />

chart. Follow the appropriate row across the page while<br />

locating the tenth digit of your model number at the top<br />

of the chart. In section 6.1.2 on page 18, the chart lists the<br />

replacement housing kits according to description.<br />

7.0.1 Aluminum Housings<br />

10th Digit<br />

G, H, R, D, V, P, A, T, J<br />

Bottom Mech Middle Mech Top Mech<br />

1 WA, WK, WU 089-7410-002 N/A N/A<br />

2 WB, WL, WV 089-7410-002 089-7410-001 N/A<br />

3 WC, WM, WW 089-7410-002 089-7410-001 089-7410-002<br />

1 N/A<br />

2 N/A<br />

N/A<br />

1 XA, XK, XU 089-7412-002 N/A N/A<br />

2 XB, XL, XV 089-7412-002 089-7412-001 N/A<br />

3 XC, XM, XW 089-7412-002 089-7412-001 089-7412-002<br />

1 N/A<br />

2 N/A<br />

N/A<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> Only<br />

089-7411-001<br />

089-7413-001<br />

Die cast aluminum TYPE 4X housing replacements are<br />

available for general purpose or weatherproof installations.<br />

Explosion proof TYPE 4X/7/9 and Class I, Div 1,<br />

Group B housing replacements are available for hazardous<br />

atmosphere locations. Die cast aluminum housings are finished<br />

with a baked-on polyester powder coat paint.<br />

NOTE: Consult your local representative on applications to meet<br />

other codes or approvals not covered in this bulletin.<br />

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Figure 18<br />

Carbon Steel Housing Assembly<br />

7.0.2 Cast Iron Housings<br />

Cast Iron TYPE 7/9 housing replacements are available for<br />

hazardous atmosphere locations. Both Class I, Div. 1,<br />

Groups C&D and Group B versions are available. The<br />

grey iron cover and base are finished with a baked-on polyester<br />

powder coat paint.<br />

NOTE: Consult your local representative on applications to meet<br />

NEMA and other codes not covered in this bulletin.<br />

Figure 17<br />

Cast Iron Housing Assembly<br />

7.0.3 Carbon Steel Housings<br />

Carbon steel TYPE 4X switch housings are available for<br />

general purpose and weatherproof installations. The housing<br />

base is cast from aluminum while the cover is made<br />

from cold rolled steel. The housings are finished with a<br />

baked-on polyester powder coat paint.<br />

NOTE: Consult your local representative on applications to meet<br />

other codes or approvals not covered in this bulletin.<br />

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7.1 Replacement Housing Kits ➀<br />

7.1.1 Referenced by eighth, ninth and tenth digit<br />

Eighth Digit Ninth Digit<br />

B, C, D,<br />

F, G, H, I, S<br />

Cover<br />

Height<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

X-Tall<br />

O, Q<br />

➀ Housing kits include o-rings and hardware. Baffle plate not included.<br />

➁ Cover kit only. Housing base must be ordered separately by P/N 089-6505-003.<br />

7.1.2 Referenced by description<br />

Housing Material TYPE 1 TYPE 4X TYPE 4X/7/9 TYPE 7/9 Group B<br />

Lexan Cover Kit 089-6522-001➁<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

TYPE 4X/7/9<br />

with drain<br />

TYPE 7/9<br />

with drain<br />

CS cover, aluminum base 089-6511-003➁ 089-6509-003➁ N/A<br />

N/A<br />

N/A<br />

N/A<br />

Cast aluminum<br />

089-6582-023 089-6582-023 089-6582-032 089-6582-028<br />

N/A<br />

Cast Iron N/A 089-6582-002 N/A 089-6582-003<br />

CS cover, aluminum base 089-6512-003➁ 089-6510-003➁ N/A<br />

N/A<br />

N/A<br />

N/A<br />

Cast aluminum<br />

089-6582-024 089-6582-024 089-6582-033 089-6582-029<br />

N/A<br />

Cast Iron N/A 089-6582-005 089-6582-008 N/A 089-6582-006<br />

CS cover, aluminum base<br />

089-6528-003 N/A<br />

Cast aluminum N/A 089-6582-025 089-6582-025<br />

Cast Iron N/A 089-6578-001<br />

7.1.3 ATEX Housing Replacements<br />

Housing<br />

Material<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Tenth Digit<br />

E, G, Y, R P, Q S, T F, H, D, M A, B J, K, G V, W<br />

A, B, C, D, E 089-6509-003➁ 089-6582-023 N/A 089-6510-003➁ 089-6582-024 N/A N/A<br />

K, L, M, N, O 089-6582-002 089-6582-023 089-6582-032 089-6582-005 089-6582-024 089-6582-033 089-6582-008<br />

U, V, W, X, Y 089-6582-003 089-6582-028<br />

089-6582-006 089-6582-029<br />

A, B, C, D, E<br />

N/A 089-6528-003 089-6582-025<br />

N/A N/A<br />

K, L, M, N, O 089-6578-001 089-6582-025<br />

Part Description<br />

N/A<br />

N/A N/A<br />

N/A N/A N/A<br />

Short Tall<br />

XP IS XP IS<br />

Cover 089-6582-035 089-6582-036 089-6582-037 089-6582-038<br />

Base w/ 1" NPT conduit entry 089-6582-041 089-6582-043 089-6582-041 089-6582-043<br />

Base w/ M20 × 1.5 conduit entry 089-6582-040 089-6582-042 089-6582-040 089-6582-042<br />

Cover<br />

Base w/ 3 ⁄4" NPT conduit entry<br />

Base w/ M20 × 1.5 conduit entry<br />

C/F<br />

19


7.2 Replacement Gaskets and Hardware<br />

Housing Material<br />

8.0 Manual Reset Option<br />

8.1 Parts Breakdown and Identification<br />

Part No. 089-6507-001, on Boiler Controls Equipped<br />

with Manual Reset (*denotes included in kit)<br />

Round head screw*<br />

(Baffle Plate to <strong>Switch</strong><br />

Mechanism)<br />

Enclosure<br />

Type<br />

Fastening screw (or nut)<br />

Clamp screw<br />

Reset actuating assembly*<br />

9th Digit 10th Digit<br />

CS cover, aluminum base Type 4, 4X A, B, C, D, E D, E, F, H, R, Y, M, G<br />

Figure 19<br />

3/4"<br />

O-ring<br />

012-2201-116<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> cover<br />

1 ⁄4" Drilled hole<br />

20 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

7 ⁄8"<br />

Cover<br />

Gasket<br />

Baffle<br />

Plate➂<br />

<strong>Switch</strong> assembly<br />

Baffle plate assembly*<br />

Nameplate and<br />

serial number<br />

Reset plunger*<br />

Cover<br />

Hardware<br />

012-1318-001 036-5303-001 089-6508-001<br />

Cast Iron Type 7/9, 4X/7/9 K, L, M, N, O D, R, Y, M 012-2201-249 036-5303-001<br />

Cast Iron Group B K, L, M, N, O V, W 012-2201-222 005-6603-135<br />

Cast Aluminum<br />

Type 4X A, B, C, D, E A, B, P, Q<br />

Type 4X/7/9, 7/9 K, L, M, N, O A, B, P, Q<br />

Group B K, L, M, N, O J, K, S, T<br />

ATEX XP A, B, C, D, E, F, G C, 9<br />

ATEX IS A, B, C, D, E S, T<br />

012-2201-253 005-6657-001<br />

Cast Iron ATEX XP U, V, W, Y, 7 5, 7 N/A 012-1301-005 036-5303-001<br />

➂ For models with manual reset options, see page 23 for parts.<br />

N/A


42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

8.2 Field Installation Instructions<br />

Caution: Before attempting work on any level control, be certain to<br />

pull disconnect switch or otherwise assure that electrical<br />

circuit through control is de-energized.<br />

1. Remove switch cover by loosening fastening screw (or nut).<br />

2. Drill a 1 ⁄4" diameter hole in cover at 7 ⁄8" up from bottom<br />

edge, as shown.<br />

3. Disconnect wiring from supply side of terminal strip on<br />

switch mechanisms.<br />

NOTE: Measure location of switch mechanism(s) on enclosing tube<br />

and record for reference use during reassembly. (Measure<br />

from top of enclosing tube to top of mounting clamp on switch<br />

mechanism[s]).<br />

4. Loosen screw in split mounting clamp of switch mechanism(s)<br />

until assembly moves freely on enclosing tube.<br />

5. Remove small round head screw securing baffle plate to<br />

switch mechanism.<br />

6. Carefully lift off switch mechanism(s) and baffle plate.<br />

Place on a clean surface, free of any metal particles that<br />

may be attracted onto the magnet(s).<br />

7. Install a new baffle plate assembly, with manual reset<br />

mechanism, and carefully replace switch mechanism(s) in<br />

reverse of steps 3 through 6 above.<br />

8. Replace switch cover, lining up drilled hole with hole in<br />

reset actuating mechanism. Do not tighten cover fastening<br />

screw (or nut) at this point.<br />

9. Thread reset plunger into actuating mechanism through<br />

drilled hole in switch cover and thumb tighten securely.<br />

Reposition switch cover as necessary to be certain it does<br />

not bind reset plunger.<br />

10. Tighten fastening screw (or nut) on switch cover and<br />

check action of plunger to see that it moves freely.<br />

11. Vary level in float chamber to test operation of manual<br />

reset mechanism.<br />

NOTE: Boiler level controls should not start firing equipment when<br />

boiler water level has returned to normal (safe point) until reset<br />

plunger has been manually depressed. If control starts firing<br />

equipment, magnet stop arm on switch mechanism must be<br />

bent out on switch frame 1 ⁄32" allowing magnet to swing further<br />

from enclosing tube arm and into the field of the reset magnet.<br />

Caution: If it is necessary to reposition manual reset plunger, entire<br />

switch mechanism(s) must be loosened and rotated on<br />

enclosing tube to desired position (refer to step 4). Do not<br />

attempt to position plunger by twisting switch cover or<br />

damage to switch mechanism(s) will result.<br />

21


9.0 <strong>Switch</strong> and Housing Model Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

The following charts identify the switch and housing model codes used with the buoyancy products. The<br />

eighth, ninth and tenth digit combinations may be used to identify the type and number of switches,<br />

number of contacts, switch magnet strength as well as housing type, size and options. The switch and<br />

housing codes in bold are currently valid and available in combination with various buoyancy products.<br />

The unbolded codes are no longer valid and should be replaced by the appropriate valid code. Mercury<br />

switches are no longer available. All mercury switch mechanisms should be replaced by dry contact<br />

mechanisms with the appropriate process temperature rating. See switch specifications, page 13.<br />

example model number:<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

B K A<br />

9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

AAE<br />

AAG<br />

AAF<br />

AAY<br />

AAR<br />

AAM<br />

AKY<br />

AKR<br />

AKM<br />

AAQ<br />

AAP<br />

AAB<br />

A2Q<br />

A2P<br />

A2B<br />

AKQ<br />

AKP<br />

AKB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AKW<br />

AKS<br />

AKT<br />

AKK<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

AAH<br />

ABF<br />

ABH<br />

AAD<br />

ABM<br />

ABD<br />

AKD<br />

ALM<br />

ALD<br />

AAA<br />

ABB<br />

ABA<br />

A2A<br />

A4B<br />

A4A<br />

AKA<br />

ALB<br />

ALA<br />

AKV<br />

ALW<br />

ALV<br />

AKJ<br />

ALK<br />

ALJ<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

ACF<br />

ACH<br />

ACM<br />

ACD<br />

AMM<br />

AMD<br />

ACB<br />

ACA<br />

A6B<br />

A6A<br />

AMB<br />

AMA<br />

AMW<br />

AMV<br />

AMK<br />

AMJ<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

ADE<br />

ADG<br />

ADF<br />

ADH<br />

AEF<br />

AEH<br />

ADY<br />

ADR<br />

ADM<br />

ADD<br />

AEM<br />

AED<br />

ANY<br />

ANR<br />

ANM<br />

AND<br />

AOM<br />

AOD<br />

ADQ<br />

ADP<br />

ADB<br />

ADA<br />

AEB<br />

AEA<br />

A8Q<br />

A8P<br />

A8B<br />

A8A<br />

A1B<br />

A1A<br />

ANQ<br />

ANP<br />

ANB<br />

ANA<br />

AOB<br />

AOA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ANW<br />

ANV<br />

AOW<br />

AOV<br />

ANS<br />

ANT<br />

ANK<br />

ANJ<br />

AOK<br />

AOJ<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — AUY — — AUQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AUR<br />

AUM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AUP<br />

AUB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AUD<br />

AVM<br />

AVD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AUA<br />

AVB<br />

AVA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Mercury<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AWM<br />

AWD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AWB<br />

AWA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — AXY — — AXQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AXR<br />

AXM<br />

AXD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AXP<br />

AXB<br />

AXA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AYM<br />

AYD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AYB<br />

AYA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow AFE AFY APY AFQ — APQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

AFG<br />

AFF<br />

AFR<br />

AFM<br />

APR<br />

APM<br />

AFP<br />

AFB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

APP<br />

APB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

AFH<br />

AGF<br />

AGH<br />

AFD<br />

AGM<br />

AGD<br />

APD<br />

AQM<br />

AQD<br />

AFA<br />

AGB<br />

AGA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

APA<br />

AQB<br />

AQA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

AHF<br />

AHH<br />

AHM<br />

AHD<br />

ARM<br />

ARD<br />

AHB<br />

AHA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ARB<br />

ARA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow AIE AIY ASY AIQ — ASQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

AIG<br />

AIF<br />

AIH<br />

AIR<br />

AIM<br />

AID<br />

ASR<br />

ASM<br />

ASD<br />

AIP<br />

AIB<br />

AIA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ASP<br />

ASB<br />

ASA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

AJF<br />

AJH<br />

AJM<br />

AJD<br />

ATM<br />

ATD<br />

AJB<br />

AJA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ATB<br />

ATA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

22 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

BAE<br />

BAG<br />

BAF<br />

BAY<br />

BAR<br />

BAM<br />

BKY<br />

BKR<br />

BKM<br />

BAQ<br />

BAP<br />

BAB<br />

B2Q<br />

B2P<br />

B2B<br />

BKQ<br />

BKP<br />

BKB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BKW<br />

BKS<br />

BKT<br />

BKK<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BAH<br />

BBF<br />

BBH<br />

BAD<br />

BBM<br />

BBD<br />

BKD<br />

BLM<br />

BLD<br />

BAA<br />

BBB<br />

BBA<br />

B2A<br />

B4B<br />

B4A<br />

BKA<br />

BLB<br />

BLA<br />

BKV<br />

BLW<br />

BLV<br />

BKJ<br />

BLK<br />

BLJ<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BCF<br />

BCH<br />

BCM<br />

BCD<br />

BMM<br />

BMD<br />

BCB<br />

BCA<br />

B6B<br />

B6A<br />

BMB<br />

BMA<br />

BMW<br />

BMV<br />

BMK<br />

BMJ<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BDE<br />

BDG<br />

BDF<br />

BDH<br />

BEF<br />

BEH<br />

BDY<br />

BDR<br />

BDM<br />

BDD<br />

BEM<br />

BED<br />

BNY<br />

BNR<br />

BNM<br />

BND<br />

BOM<br />

BOD<br />

BDQ<br />

BDP<br />

BDB<br />

BDA<br />

BEB<br />

BEA<br />

B8Q<br />

B8P<br />

B8B<br />

B8A<br />

B1B<br />

B1A<br />

BNQ<br />

BNP<br />

BNB<br />

BNA<br />

BOB<br />

BOA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BNW<br />

BNV<br />

BOW<br />

BOV<br />

BNS<br />

BNT<br />

BNK<br />

BNJ<br />

BOK<br />

BOJ<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — BUY — — BUQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BUR<br />

BUM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BUP<br />

BUB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BUD<br />

BVM<br />

BVD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BUA<br />

BVB<br />

BVA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BWM<br />

BWD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BWB<br />

BWA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — BXY — — BXQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BXR<br />

BXM<br />

BXD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BXP<br />

BXB<br />

BXA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Drain<br />

Short w/<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BFE<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BFY<br />

BYM<br />

BYD<br />

BPY<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BFQ<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BYB<br />

BYA<br />

BPQ<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

BFG<br />

BFF<br />

BFR<br />

BFM<br />

BPR<br />

BPM<br />

BFP<br />

BFB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BPP<br />

BPB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BFH<br />

BGF<br />

BGH<br />

BFD<br />

BGM<br />

BGD<br />

BPD<br />

BQM<br />

BQD<br />

BFA<br />

BGB<br />

BGA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BPA<br />

BQB<br />

BQA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BHF<br />

BHH<br />

BHM<br />

BHD<br />

BRM<br />

BRD<br />

BHB<br />

BHA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BRB<br />

BRA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow BIE BIY BSY BIQ — BSQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BIG<br />

BIF<br />

BIH<br />

BIR<br />

BIM<br />

BID<br />

BSR<br />

BSM<br />

BSD<br />

BIP<br />

BIB<br />

BIA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BSP<br />

BSB<br />

BSA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BJF<br />

BJH<br />

BJM<br />

BJD<br />

BTM<br />

BTD<br />

BJB<br />

BJA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BTB<br />

BTA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

CAE<br />

CAG<br />

CAF<br />

CAY<br />

CAR<br />

CAM<br />

CKY<br />

CKR<br />

CKM<br />

CAQ<br />

CAP<br />

CAB<br />

C2Q<br />

C2P<br />

C2B<br />

CKQ<br />

CKP<br />

CKB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CKW<br />

CKS<br />

CKT<br />

CKK<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

CAH<br />

CBF<br />

CBH<br />

CAD<br />

CBM<br />

CBD<br />

CKD<br />

CLM<br />

CLD<br />

CAA<br />

CBB<br />

CBA<br />

C2A<br />

C4B<br />

C4A<br />

CKA<br />

CLB<br />

CLA<br />

CKV<br />

CLW<br />

CLV<br />

CKJ<br />

CLK<br />

CLJ<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

CCF<br />

CCH<br />

CCM<br />

CCD<br />

CMM<br />

CMD<br />

CCB<br />

CCA<br />

C6B<br />

C6A<br />

CMB<br />

CMA<br />

CMW<br />

CMV<br />

CMK<br />

CMJ<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

CDE<br />

CDG<br />

CDF<br />

CDH<br />

CEF<br />

CEH<br />

CDY<br />

CDR<br />

CDM<br />

CDD<br />

CEM<br />

CED<br />

CNY<br />

CNR<br />

CNM<br />

CND<br />

COM<br />

COD<br />

CDQ<br />

CDP<br />

CDB<br />

CDA<br />

CEB<br />

CEA<br />

C8Q<br />

C8P<br />

C8B<br />

C8A<br />

C1B<br />

C1A<br />

CNQ<br />

CNP<br />

CNB<br />

CNA<br />

COB<br />

COA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CNW<br />

CNV<br />

COW<br />

COV<br />

CNS<br />

CNT<br />

CNK<br />

CNJ<br />

COK<br />

COJ<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

23


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Dry Contact<br />

DC Voltage<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

Short w/<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

Short w/<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

Short w/<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Yellow — — CUY — — CUQ — —<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CUR<br />

CUM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CUP<br />

CUB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red — — CUD — — CUA — —<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CVM<br />

CVD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CVB<br />

CVA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CWM<br />

CWD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CWB<br />

CWA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Yellow — — CXY — — CXQ — —<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CXR<br />

CXM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CXP<br />

CXB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red — — CXD — — CXA — —<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CYM<br />

CYD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CYB<br />

CYA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Yellow CFE CFY — CFQ — — — —<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

CFG<br />

CFF<br />

CFR<br />

CFM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CFP<br />

CFB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red CFH CFD — CFA — — — —<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

CGF<br />

CGH<br />

CGM<br />

CGD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CGB<br />

CGA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

CHF<br />

CHH<br />

CHM<br />

CHD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CHB<br />

CHA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Yellow CIE CIY — CIQ — — — —<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

CIG<br />

CIF<br />

CIR<br />

CIM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CIP<br />

CIB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red CIH CID — CIA — — — —<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

CJF<br />

CJH<br />

CJM<br />

CJD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CJB<br />

CJA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

DAE<br />

DAF<br />

DAY<br />

DAM<br />

DKY<br />

DKM<br />

DAQ<br />

DAB<br />

D2Q<br />

D2B<br />

DKQ<br />

DKB<br />

—<br />

DKW<br />

DKS<br />

DKK<br />

2 Yellow DBF DBM DLM DBB D4B DLB DLW DLK<br />

3 Yellow DCF DCM DMM DCB D6B DMB DMW DMK<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

DDE<br />

DDF<br />

DDY<br />

DDM<br />

DNY<br />

DNM<br />

DDQ<br />

DDB<br />

D8Q<br />

D8B<br />

DNQ<br />

DNB<br />

—<br />

DNW<br />

DNS<br />

DNK<br />

2 Yellow DEF DEM DOM DEB D1B DOB DOW DOK<br />

1<br />

Yellow — — DUY — — DUQ — —<br />

Yellow — — DUM — — DUB — —<br />

2 Yellow — — DVM — — DVB — —<br />

3 Yellow — — DWM — — DWB — —<br />

1<br />

Yellow — — DXY — — DXQ — —<br />

Yellow — — DXM — — DXB — —<br />

2 Yellow — — DYM — — DYB — —<br />

1<br />

Yellow DFE DFY DPY DFQ — DPQ — —<br />

Yellow DFF DFM DPM DFB — DPB — —<br />

2 Yellow DGF DGM DQM DGB — DQB — —<br />

3 Yellow DHF DHM DRM DHB — DRB — —<br />

Short w/<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

DIE<br />

DIF<br />

DIY<br />

DIM<br />

DSY<br />

DSM<br />

DIQ<br />

DIB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

DSQ<br />

DSB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

2 Yellow DJF DJM DTM DJB — DTB — —<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

24 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

EAE<br />

EAG<br />

EAF<br />

EAY<br />

EAR<br />

EAM<br />

EKY<br />

EKR<br />

EKM<br />

EAQ<br />

EAP<br />

EAB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EKQ<br />

EKP<br />

EKB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EKW<br />

EKS<br />

EKT<br />

EKK<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

EAH<br />

EBF<br />

EBH<br />

EAD<br />

EBM<br />

EBD<br />

EKD<br />

ELM<br />

ELD<br />

EAA<br />

EBB<br />

EBA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EKA<br />

ELB<br />

ELA<br />

EKV<br />

ELW<br />

ELV<br />

EKJ<br />

ELK<br />

ELJ<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

ECF<br />

ECH<br />

ECM<br />

ECD<br />

EMM<br />

EMD<br />

ECB<br />

ECA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EMB<br />

EMA<br />

EMW<br />

EMV<br />

EMK<br />

EMJ<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

EDE<br />

EDG<br />

EDF<br />

EDH<br />

EEF<br />

EEH<br />

EDY<br />

EDR<br />

EDM<br />

EDD<br />

EEM<br />

EED<br />

ENY<br />

ENR<br />

ENM<br />

END<br />

EOM<br />

EOD<br />

EDQ<br />

EDP<br />

EDB<br />

EDA<br />

EEB<br />

EEA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ENQ<br />

ENP<br />

ENB<br />

ENA<br />

EOB<br />

EOA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ENW<br />

ENV<br />

EOW<br />

EOV<br />

ENS<br />

ENT<br />

ENK<br />

ENJ<br />

EOK<br />

EOJ<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — EUY — — EUQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EUR<br />

EUM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EUP<br />

EUB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Vibration<br />

Resistant<br />

Mercury<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

Short w/<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EUD<br />

EVM<br />

EVD<br />

EWM<br />

EWD<br />

EXY<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EUA<br />

EVB<br />

EVA<br />

EWB<br />

EWA<br />

EXQ<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EXR<br />

EXM<br />

EXD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EXP<br />

EXB<br />

EXA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EYM<br />

EYD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EYB<br />

EYA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow EFE EFY EPY EFQ — EPQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

EFG<br />

EFF<br />

EFR<br />

EFM<br />

EPR<br />

EPM<br />

EFP<br />

EFB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EPP<br />

EPB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

EFH<br />

EGF<br />

EGH<br />

EFD<br />

EGM<br />

EGD<br />

EPD<br />

EQM<br />

EQD<br />

EFA<br />

EGB<br />

EGA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EPA<br />

EQB<br />

EQA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

EHF<br />

EHH<br />

EHM<br />

EHD<br />

ERM<br />

ERD<br />

EHB<br />

EHA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ERB<br />

ERA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow EIE EIY ESY EIQ — ESQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

EIG<br />

EIF<br />

EIH<br />

EIR<br />

EIM<br />

EID<br />

ESR<br />

ESM<br />

ESD<br />

EIP<br />

EIB<br />

EIA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ESP<br />

ESB<br />

ESA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

EJF<br />

EJH<br />

EJM<br />

EJD<br />

ETM<br />

ETD<br />

EJB<br />

EJA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ETB<br />

ETA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Herm. Sealed<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

FAE<br />

FAG<br />

FAF<br />

FAH<br />

FBF<br />

FBH<br />

FAY<br />

FAR<br />

FAM<br />

FAD<br />

FBM<br />

FBD<br />

FKY<br />

FKR<br />

FKM<br />

FKD<br />

FLM<br />

FLD<br />

FAQ<br />

FAP<br />

FAB<br />

FAA<br />

FBB<br />

FBA<br />

F2Q<br />

F2P<br />

FCB<br />

FCA<br />

FFB<br />

FFA<br />

FKQ<br />

FKP<br />

FKB<br />

FKA<br />

FLB<br />

FLA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

FKW<br />

FKV<br />

FLW<br />

FLV<br />

FKS<br />

FKT<br />

FKK<br />

FKJ<br />

FLK<br />

FLJ<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

FDE<br />

FDG<br />

FDF<br />

FDH<br />

FEF<br />

FEH<br />

FDY<br />

FDR<br />

FDM<br />

FDD<br />

FEM<br />

FED<br />

FNY<br />

FNR<br />

FNM<br />

FND<br />

FOM<br />

FOD<br />

FDQ<br />

FDP<br />

FDB<br />

FDA<br />

FEB<br />

FEA<br />

F8Q<br />

F8P<br />

FGB<br />

FGA<br />

FHB<br />

FHA<br />

FNQ<br />

FNP<br />

FNB<br />

FNA<br />

FOB<br />

FOA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

FNW<br />

FNV<br />

FOW<br />

FOV<br />

FNS<br />

FNT<br />

FNK<br />

FNJ<br />

FOK<br />

FOJ<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

25


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Dual Magnet<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Tall<br />

Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

GAF<br />

GAH<br />

GDF<br />

GDH<br />

—<br />

—<br />

GAM<br />

GAD<br />

GDM<br />

GDD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

GKM<br />

GKD<br />

GNM<br />

GND<br />

GUM<br />

GUD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

GKW<br />

GKV<br />

GNW<br />

GNV<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

DPDT<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

GXM<br />

GXD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Dual Magnet<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Tall<br />

Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

HAF<br />

HAH<br />

HDF<br />

HDH<br />

—<br />

—<br />

HAM<br />

HAD<br />

HDM<br />

HDD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

HKM<br />

HKD<br />

HNM<br />

HND<br />

HUM<br />

HUD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

HKW<br />

HKV<br />

HNW<br />

HNV<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

DPDT<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

HXM<br />

HXD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

DC Voltage<br />

Dual Magnet<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Tall<br />

Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

IAF<br />

IAH<br />

IDF<br />

IDH<br />

—<br />

—<br />

IAM<br />

IAD<br />

IDM<br />

IDD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

IKM<br />

IKD<br />

INM<br />

IND<br />

IUM<br />

IUD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

IKW<br />

IKV<br />

INW<br />

INV<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

DPDT<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

IXM<br />

IXD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

High Temp<br />

Mercury<br />

for B40<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

1 Yellow<br />

LAF<br />

LDF<br />

LBF<br />

LEF<br />

LAM<br />

LDM<br />

LBM<br />

LEM<br />

LKM<br />

LNM<br />

LLM<br />

LOM<br />

LAB<br />

LDB<br />

LBB<br />

LEB<br />

L2B<br />

L8B<br />

—<br />

—<br />

LKB<br />

LNB<br />

LLB<br />

LOB<br />

LKW<br />

LNW<br />

LLW<br />

LOW<br />

LKK<br />

LNK<br />

LLK<br />

LOK<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

MAE<br />

MAG<br />

MAF<br />

MAY<br />

MAR<br />

MAM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red MAH MAD — — — — — —<br />

High Temp<br />

Mercury<br />

with<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

R/B<br />

MBF<br />

MBH<br />

—<br />

MBM<br />

MBD<br />

MBE<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Manual Reset*<br />

Yellow MCF MCM — — — — — —<br />

*All Housing<br />

on manual<br />

reset switches<br />

3 Red<br />

R/B/B<br />

MCH<br />

—<br />

MCD<br />

MCE<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Type/NEMA 1<br />

only. Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

MDE<br />

MDG<br />

MDF<br />

MDH<br />

MEF<br />

MEH<br />

MDY<br />

MDR<br />

MDM<br />

MDD<br />

MEM<br />

MED<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Mercury<br />

for<br />

C10/C15<br />

X-Tall<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

3 Yellow<br />

NCF<br />

NEF<br />

NHF<br />

NJF<br />

—<br />

NCM<br />

NEM<br />

NHM<br />

NJM<br />

—<br />

NMM<br />

NKM<br />

NRM<br />

NLM<br />

NWM<br />

NCB<br />

NEB<br />

NHB<br />

NJB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

NMB<br />

NKB<br />

NRB<br />

NLB<br />

NWB<br />

NMI<br />

NKI<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

NMN<br />

NKN<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain DPDT — — NNM — — NNB — —<br />

Dry Contact<br />

for<br />

C10/C15<br />

X-Tall<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

3 Yellow<br />

OCF<br />

OEF<br />

OHF<br />

OJF<br />

—<br />

OCM<br />

OEM<br />

OHM<br />

OJM<br />

—<br />

OMM<br />

OKM<br />

ORM<br />

OLM<br />

OWM<br />

OCB<br />

OEB<br />

OHB<br />

OJB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

OMB<br />

OKB<br />

ORB<br />

OLB<br />

OWB<br />

OMI<br />

OKI<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

OMN<br />

OKN<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain DPDT — — ONM — — ONB — —<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

26 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Dry Contact<br />

for<br />

C10/C15<br />

X-Tall<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

3 Yellow<br />

QCF<br />

QEF<br />

QHF<br />

QJF<br />

—<br />

QCM<br />

QEM<br />

QHM<br />

QJM<br />

—<br />

QMM<br />

QKM<br />

QRM<br />

QLM<br />

QWM<br />

QCB<br />

QEB<br />

QHB<br />

QJB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

QMB<br />

QKB<br />

QRB<br />

QLB<br />

QWB<br />

QMI<br />

QKI<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

QMN<br />

QKN<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain DPDT — — QNM — — QNB — —<br />

Dry Contact<br />

SPDT<br />

SAF SAM SKM SAB S2B SKB SKW SKK<br />

for B40<br />

DC Dry Contact<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

1 Yellow<br />

SDF<br />

SBF<br />

SDM<br />

SBM<br />

SNM<br />

SLM<br />

SDB<br />

SBB<br />

S8B<br />

S2R<br />

SNB<br />

SLB<br />

SNW<br />

SLW<br />

SNK<br />

SLK<br />

for B40<br />

DPDT SEF SEM SOM SEB S8R SOB SOW SOK<br />

Vibration<br />

Resistant<br />

Mercury<br />

For<br />

C10/C15<br />

X-Tall<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

Heater<br />

X-Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

3 Yellow<br />

TCF<br />

TEF<br />

THF<br />

TJF<br />

—<br />

—<br />

TCM<br />

TEM<br />

THM<br />

TJM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

TMM<br />

TKM<br />

TRM<br />

TLM<br />

TWM<br />

TNM<br />

TCB<br />

TEB<br />

THB<br />

TJB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

TMB<br />

TKB<br />

TRB<br />

TLB<br />

TWB<br />

TNB<br />

TMI<br />

TKI<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

TMN<br />

TKN<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

UAE<br />

UAG<br />

UAF<br />

UAY<br />

UAR<br />

UAM<br />

UKY<br />

UKR<br />

UKM<br />

UAQ<br />

UAP<br />

UAB<br />

U2Q<br />

U2P<br />

U2B<br />

UKQ<br />

UKP<br />

UKB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UKW<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

UAH<br />

UBF<br />

UBH<br />

UAD<br />

UBM<br />

UBD<br />

UKD<br />

ULM<br />

ULD<br />

UAA<br />

UBB<br />

UBA<br />

U2A<br />

U4B<br />

U4A<br />

UKA<br />

ULB<br />

ULA<br />

—<br />

ULW<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

UCF<br />

UCH<br />

UCM<br />

UCD<br />

UMM<br />

UMD<br />

UCB<br />

UCA<br />

U6B<br />

U6A<br />

UMB<br />

UMA<br />

UMW<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Dry<br />

Contact<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

UDE<br />

UDG<br />

UDF<br />

UDH<br />

UEF<br />

UEH<br />

UDY<br />

UDR<br />

UDM<br />

UDD<br />

UEM<br />

UED<br />

UNY<br />

UNR<br />

UNM<br />

UND<br />

UOM<br />

UOD<br />

UDQ<br />

UDP<br />

UDB<br />

UDA<br />

UEB<br />

UEA<br />

U8Q<br />

U8P<br />

U8B<br />

U8A<br />

U1B<br />

U1A<br />

UNQ<br />

UNP<br />

UNB<br />

UNA<br />

UOB<br />

UOA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UNW<br />

—<br />

UOW<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

w/Gold Alloy<br />

Contacts<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UUM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UUQ<br />

—<br />

UUB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UUD<br />

UVM<br />

UVD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UVB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UWM<br />

UWD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UWB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — — — — UXQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UXM<br />

UXD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UXB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UYM<br />

UYD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UYB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

WAE<br />

WAG<br />

WAF<br />

WAY<br />

WAR<br />

WAM<br />

WKY<br />

WKR<br />

WKM<br />

WAQ<br />

WAP<br />

WAB<br />

W2Q<br />

W2P<br />

W2B<br />

WKQ<br />

WKP<br />

WKB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

WKW<br />

WKS<br />

WKT<br />

WKK<br />

Hermetically<br />

Sealed<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

WAH<br />

WBF<br />

WBH<br />

WAD<br />

WBM<br />

WBD<br />

WKD<br />

WLM<br />

WLD<br />

WAA<br />

WBB<br />

WBA<br />

W2A<br />

W4B<br />

W4A<br />

WKA<br />

WLB<br />

WLA<br />

—<br />

WLW<br />

—<br />

—<br />

WLK<br />

—<br />

Dry Contact<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

WCF<br />

WCH<br />

WCM<br />

WCD<br />

WMM<br />

WMD<br />

WCB<br />

WCA<br />

W6B<br />

W6A<br />

WMB<br />

WMA<br />

WMW<br />

—<br />

WMK<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

WDE<br />

WDF<br />

WEF<br />

WDY<br />

WDM<br />

WEM<br />

WNY<br />

WNM<br />

WOM<br />

WDQ<br />

WDB<br />

WEB<br />

W8Q<br />

W8B<br />

W1B<br />

WNQ<br />

WNB<br />

WOB<br />

—<br />

WNW<br />

WOW<br />

WNS<br />

WNK<br />

WOK<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

27


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Hermetically<br />

Sealed<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Hermetically<br />

Sealed<br />

Dry Contact<br />

w/Gold<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

Drain<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Yellow — — — — — WUQ — —<br />

Red — — — — — WUP — —<br />

Yellow — — WUM — — WUB — —<br />

Red — — WUD — — WUA — —<br />

Yellow — — WVM — — WVB — —<br />

Red — — WVD — — WVA — —<br />

Yellow — — WWM — — WWB — —<br />

Red — — WWD — — WWA — —<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

WXM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

WXQ<br />

WXB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2 — — WYM — — — — —<br />

Yellow XAE XAY XKY XAQ X2Q XKQ — XKS<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

XAG<br />

XAF<br />

XAR<br />

XAM<br />

XKR<br />

XKM<br />

XAP<br />

XAB<br />

X2P<br />

X2B<br />

XKP<br />

XKB<br />

—<br />

XKW<br />

XKT<br />

XKK<br />

Red XAH XAD XKD XAA X2A XKA — —<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

XBF<br />

XBH<br />

XBM<br />

XBD<br />

XLM<br />

XLD<br />

XBB<br />

XBA<br />

X4B<br />

X4A<br />

XLB<br />

XLA<br />

XLW<br />

—<br />

XLK<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

XCF<br />

XCH<br />

XCM<br />

XCD<br />

XMM<br />

XMD<br />

XCB<br />

XCA<br />

X6B<br />

X6A<br />

XMB<br />

XMA<br />

XMW<br />

—<br />

XMK<br />

—<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

XDE<br />

XDF<br />

XDY<br />

XDM<br />

XNY<br />

XNM<br />

XDQ<br />

XDB<br />

X8Q<br />

X8B<br />

XNQ<br />

XNB<br />

—<br />

XNW<br />

XNS<br />

XNK<br />

2 XEF XEM XOM XEB X1B XOB XOW XOK<br />

Yellow — — — — — XUQ — —<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XUM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XUP<br />

XUB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red — — XUD — — XUA — —<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XVM<br />

XVD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XVB<br />

XVA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XWM<br />

XWD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XWB<br />

XWA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XXM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XXQ<br />

XXB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

2 — — XYM — — X4B — —<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

2AE<br />

2AG<br />

2AF<br />

2AY<br />

2AR<br />

2AM<br />

2KY<br />

2KR<br />

2KM<br />

2AQ<br />

2AP<br />

2AB<br />

22Q<br />

22P<br />

22B<br />

2KQ<br />

2KP<br />

2KB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2KW<br />

2KS<br />

2KT<br />

2KK<br />

Red 2AH 2AD 2KD 2AA 22A 2KA 2KV 2KJ<br />

High Temp<br />

Vibration<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

R/B<br />

Yellow<br />

2BF<br />

2BH<br />

—<br />

2CF<br />

2BM<br />

2BD<br />

—<br />

2CM<br />

2LM<br />

2LD<br />

—<br />

2MM<br />

2BB<br />

2BA<br />

2BE<br />

2CB<br />

24B<br />

24A<br />

24E<br />

26B<br />

2LB<br />

2LA<br />

2LE<br />

2MB<br />

2LW<br />

2LV<br />

—<br />

2MW<br />

2LK<br />

2LJ<br />

2LG<br />

2MK<br />

Resistant<br />

3 Red 2CH 2CD 2MD 2CA 26A 2MA 2MV 2MJ<br />

Mercury<br />

R/B/B — — — 2CE 26E 2ME — 2MG<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

2DE<br />

2DG<br />

2DF<br />

2DH<br />

2EF<br />

2EH<br />

2DY<br />

2DR<br />

2DM<br />

2DD<br />

2EM<br />

2ED<br />

2NY<br />

2NR<br />

2NM<br />

2ND<br />

2OM<br />

2OD<br />

2DQ<br />

2DP<br />

2DB<br />

2DA<br />

2EB<br />

2EA<br />

28Q<br />

28P<br />

28B<br />

28A<br />

21B<br />

21A<br />

2NQ<br />

2NP<br />

2NB<br />

2NA<br />

2OB<br />

2OA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2NW<br />

2NV<br />

2OW<br />

2OV<br />

2NS<br />

2NT<br />

2NK<br />

2NJ<br />

2OK<br />

2OJ<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

28 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Yellow — — 2UY — — 2UQ — —<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2UR<br />

2UM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2UP<br />

2UB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red — — 2UD — — 2UA — —<br />

Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2VM<br />

2VD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2VB<br />

2VA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

R/B — — — — — 2VE — —<br />

Yellow — — 2WM — — 2WB — —<br />

3 Red — — 2WD — — 2WA — —<br />

R/B/B — — — — — 2WE — —<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — 2XY — — 2XQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2XR<br />

2XM<br />

2XD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2XP<br />

2XB<br />

2XA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

High Temp<br />

Vibration<br />

Drain<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2YM<br />

2YD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2YB<br />

2YA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Resistant<br />

Mercury<br />

Short w/<br />

Heater<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

2FE<br />

2FG<br />

2FF<br />

2FY<br />

2FR<br />

2FM<br />

2PY<br />

2PR<br />

2PM<br />

2FQ<br />

2FP<br />

2FB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2PQ<br />

2PP<br />

2PB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red 2FH 2FD 2PD 2FA — 2PA — —<br />

Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

2GF<br />

2GH<br />

2GM<br />

2GD<br />

2QM<br />

2QD<br />

2GB<br />

2GA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2QB<br />

2QA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

R/B — — — — — 2QE — —<br />

Yellow 2HF 2HM 2RM 2HB — 2RB — —<br />

3 Red 2HH 2HD 2RD 2HA — 2RA — —<br />

R/B/B — — — — — 2RE — —<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow 2IE 2IY 2SY 2IQ — 2SQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

2IG<br />

2IF<br />

2IH<br />

2IR<br />

2IM<br />

2ID<br />

2SR<br />

2SM<br />

2SD<br />

2IP<br />

2IB<br />

2IA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2SP<br />

2SB<br />

2SA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

2JF<br />

2JH<br />

2JM<br />

2JD<br />

2TM<br />

2TD<br />

2JB<br />

2JA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2TB<br />

2TA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

3AE<br />

3AG<br />

3AF<br />

3AY<br />

3AR<br />

3AM<br />

3KY<br />

3KR<br />

3KM<br />

3AQ<br />

3AP<br />

3AB<br />

32Q<br />

32P<br />

32B<br />

3KQ<br />

3KP<br />

3KB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3KW<br />

3KS<br />

3KT<br />

3KK<br />

Red 3AH 3AD 3KD 3AA 32A 3KA 3KV 3KJ<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

R/B<br />

3BF<br />

3BH<br />

—<br />

3BM<br />

3BD<br />

—<br />

3LM<br />

3LD<br />

—<br />

3BB<br />

3BA<br />

3BE<br />

34B<br />

34A<br />

34E<br />

3LB<br />

3LA<br />

3LE<br />

3LW<br />

3LV<br />

—<br />

3LK<br />

3LJ<br />

3LG<br />

High Temp<br />

Yellow 3CF 3CM 3MM 3CB 36B 3MB 3MW 3MK<br />

Mercury<br />

3 Red 3CH 3CD 3MD 3CA 36A 3MA 3MV 3MJ<br />

R/B/B — — — 3CE 36E 3ME — 3MG<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

3DE<br />

3DG<br />

3DF<br />

3DH<br />

3EF<br />

3EH<br />

3DY<br />

3DR<br />

3DM<br />

3DD<br />

3EM<br />

3ED<br />

3NY<br />

3NR<br />

3NM<br />

3ND<br />

3OM<br />

3OD<br />

3DQ<br />

3DP<br />

3DB<br />

3DA<br />

3EB<br />

3EA<br />

38Q<br />

38P<br />

38B<br />

38A<br />

31B<br />

31A<br />

3NQ<br />

3NP<br />

3NB<br />

3NA<br />

3OB<br />

3OA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3NW<br />

3NV<br />

3OW<br />

3OV<br />

3NS<br />

3NT<br />

3NK<br />

3NJ<br />

3OK<br />

3OJ<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

29


9.1 Type 4, 4X, 7, 9 and Group B Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

Short w/<br />

Drain<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

Type 4<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 4X<br />

Carbon<br />

Steel<br />

Type 7/9<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

Type 4X<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Iron<br />

Type 4X/7/9<br />

Group B<br />

Cast Alum<br />

Yellow — — 3UY — — 3UQ — —<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3UR<br />

3UM<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3UP<br />

3UB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red — — 3UD — — 3UA — —<br />

Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3VM<br />

3VD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3VB<br />

3VA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Drain<br />

R/B — — — — — 3VE — —<br />

Yellow — — 3WM — — 3WB — —<br />

3 Red — — 3WD — — 3WA — —<br />

R/B/B — — — — — 3WE — —<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow — — 3XY — — 3XQ — —<br />

Drain<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3XR<br />

3XM<br />

3XD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3XP<br />

3XB<br />

3XA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

High Temp<br />

Drain<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3YM<br />

3YD<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3YB<br />

3YA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Mercury Short w/<br />

Yellow 3FE 3FY 3PY 3FQ — 3PQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

3FG<br />

3FF<br />

3FR<br />

3FM<br />

3PR<br />

3PM<br />

3FP<br />

3FB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3PP<br />

3PB<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red 3FH 3FD 3PD 3FA — 3PA — —<br />

Tall w/<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

3GF<br />

3GH<br />

3GM<br />

3GD<br />

3QM<br />

3QD<br />

3GB<br />

3GA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3QB<br />

3QA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

R/B — — — — — 3QE — —<br />

Yellow 3HF 3HM 3RM 3HB — 3RB — —<br />

3 Red 3HH 3HD 3RD 3HA — 3RA — —<br />

R/B/B — — — — — 3RE — —<br />

Short w/<br />

Yellow 3IE 3IY 3SY 3IQ — 3SQ — —<br />

Heater<br />

Tall w/<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

3IG<br />

3IF<br />

3IH<br />

3IR<br />

3IM<br />

3ID<br />

3SR<br />

3SM<br />

3SD<br />

3IP<br />

3IB<br />

3IA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3SP<br />

3SB<br />

3SA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Heater<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

3JF<br />

3JH<br />

3JM<br />

3JD<br />

3TM<br />

3TD<br />

3JB<br />

3JA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3TB<br />

3TA<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

30 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


9.2 ATEX Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Iron<br />

3/4" NPT<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Iron<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

ATEX IS<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

ATEX IS<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AU5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AK5<br />

AA9<br />

AAC<br />

AC9<br />

AH9<br />

AHC<br />

AK9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

AU7<br />

AV5<br />

AV7<br />

AK7<br />

AL5<br />

AL7<br />

ACC<br />

AD9<br />

ADC<br />

AKC<br />

AL9<br />

ALC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Mercury<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

A75<br />

A77<br />

A65<br />

A67<br />

AE9<br />

AEC<br />

AM9<br />

AMC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AW5<br />

AW7<br />

AY5<br />

AY7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

AD5<br />

AD7<br />

AO5<br />

AO7<br />

AB9<br />

ABC<br />

AF9<br />

AFC<br />

AG9<br />

AGC<br />

AJ9<br />

AJC<br />

AN9<br />

ANC<br />

AP9<br />

APC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BU5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BK5<br />

BA9<br />

BAC<br />

BC9<br />

BH9<br />

BHC<br />

BK9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

BU7<br />

BV5<br />

BV7<br />

BK7<br />

BL5<br />

BL7<br />

BCC<br />

BD9<br />

BDC<br />

BKC<br />

BL9<br />

BLC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Dry Contact<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

B75<br />

B77<br />

B65<br />

B67<br />

BE9<br />

BEC<br />

BM9<br />

BMC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BW5<br />

BW7<br />

BY5<br />

BY7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

BD5<br />

BD7<br />

BO5<br />

BO7<br />

BB9<br />

BBC<br />

BF9<br />

BFC<br />

BG9<br />

BGC<br />

BJ9<br />

BJC<br />

BN9<br />

BNC<br />

BP9<br />

BPC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CU5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CK5<br />

CA9<br />

CAC<br />

CC9<br />

CH9<br />

CHC<br />

CK9<br />

CAS<br />

CAL<br />

CAT<br />

C2S<br />

C2L<br />

C2T<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

CU7<br />

CV5<br />

CV7<br />

CK7<br />

CL5<br />

CL7<br />

CCC<br />

CD9<br />

CDC<br />

CKC<br />

CL9<br />

CLC<br />

CAX<br />

CBT<br />

CBX<br />

C2X<br />

C4T<br />

C4X<br />

Dry Contact<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

C75<br />

C77<br />

C65<br />

C67<br />

CE9<br />

CEC<br />

CM9<br />

CMC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CW5<br />

CW7<br />

CY5<br />

CY7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

CD5<br />

CD7<br />

CO5<br />

CO7<br />

CB9<br />

CBC<br />

CF9<br />

CFC<br />

CG9<br />

CGC<br />

CJ9<br />

CJC<br />

CN9<br />

CNC<br />

CP9<br />

CPC<br />

CDS<br />

CDL<br />

CDT<br />

CDX<br />

CET<br />

CEX<br />

C8S<br />

C8L<br />

C8T<br />

C8X<br />

C1T<br />

C1X<br />

DC Voltage<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

DU5<br />

DV5<br />

D75<br />

—<br />

DW5<br />

DY5<br />

—<br />

DK5<br />

DL5<br />

D65<br />

—<br />

DD5<br />

DO5<br />

DA9<br />

DC9<br />

DD9<br />

DE9<br />

DB9<br />

DF9<br />

DG9<br />

DH9<br />

DK9<br />

DL9<br />

DM9<br />

DJ9<br />

DN9<br />

DP9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Vibration<br />

Resistant<br />

Mercury<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EU5<br />

EU7<br />

EV5<br />

EV7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EK5<br />

EK7<br />

EL5<br />

EL7<br />

EA9<br />

EAC<br />

EC9<br />

ECC<br />

ED9<br />

EDC<br />

EH9<br />

EHC<br />

EK9<br />

EKC<br />

EL9<br />

ELC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

E75<br />

E77<br />

E65<br />

E67<br />

EE9<br />

EEC<br />

EM9<br />

EMC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

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9.2 ATEX Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Iron<br />

3/4" NPT<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Iron<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

ATEX IS<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

ATEX IS<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Vibration<br />

Resistant<br />

Mercury<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

EW5<br />

EW7<br />

EY5<br />

EY7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

ED5<br />

ED7<br />

EO5<br />

EO7<br />

EB9<br />

EBC<br />

EF9<br />

EFC<br />

EG9<br />

EGC<br />

EJ9<br />

EJC<br />

EN9<br />

ENC<br />

EP9<br />

EPC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

FU5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

FK5<br />

FA9<br />

FAC<br />

FC9<br />

FH9<br />

FHC<br />

FK9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

FU7<br />

FV5<br />

FV7<br />

FK7<br />

FL5<br />

FL7<br />

FCC<br />

FD9<br />

FDC<br />

FKC<br />

FL9<br />

FLC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Herm. Sealed<br />

Dry Contact<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

FW5<br />

FW7<br />

FY5<br />

FY7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

FD5<br />

FD7<br />

FO5<br />

FO7<br />

FB9<br />

FBC<br />

FF9<br />

FFC<br />

FG9<br />

FGC<br />

FJ9<br />

FJC<br />

FN9<br />

FNC<br />

FP9<br />

FPC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

High Temp<br />

Mercury<br />

for B40<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

DPDT<br />

1 Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

LC9<br />

LF9<br />

LA9<br />

LB9<br />

LK9<br />

LN9<br />

LH9<br />

LJ9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Dry Contact<br />

SPDT<br />

— — SA9 SH9 — —<br />

for B40<br />

DC Dry Contact<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

SPDT<br />

1 Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

SB9<br />

SC9<br />

SJ9<br />

SK9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

for B40<br />

DPDT — — SF9 SN9 — —<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UU5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UK5<br />

UA9<br />

UAC<br />

UC9<br />

UH9<br />

UHC<br />

UK9<br />

UAS<br />

UAL<br />

UAT<br />

U2S<br />

U2L<br />

U2T<br />

Dry<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

UU7<br />

UV5<br />

UV7<br />

UK7<br />

UL5<br />

UL7<br />

UCC<br />

UD9<br />

UDC<br />

UKC<br />

UL9<br />

ULC<br />

UAX<br />

UBT<br />

UBX<br />

U2X<br />

U4T<br />

U4X<br />

Contact<br />

w/Gold Alloy<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

U75<br />

U77<br />

U65<br />

U67<br />

UE9<br />

UEC<br />

UM9<br />

UMC<br />

UCT<br />

UCX<br />

ULT<br />

ULX<br />

Contacts<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UW5<br />

UW7<br />

UY5<br />

UY7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

UD5<br />

UD7<br />

UO5<br />

UO7<br />

UB9<br />

UBC<br />

UF9<br />

UFC<br />

UG9<br />

UGC<br />

UJ9<br />

UJC<br />

UN9<br />

UNC<br />

UP9<br />

UPC<br />

UDS<br />

UDL<br />

UDT<br />

UDX<br />

UET<br />

UEX<br />

U8S<br />

U8L<br />

U8T<br />

U8X<br />

U1T<br />

U1X<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

32 42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong>


9.2 ATEX Enclosure Codes<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Type<br />

Housing<br />

Height<br />

& Options<br />

<strong>Switch</strong><br />

Contacts<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

Set<br />

Points<br />

Magnet<br />

Dot Color<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Iron<br />

3/4" NPT<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Iron<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

ATEX XP<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

ATEX IS<br />

Cast Alum<br />

1" NPT<br />

ATEX IS<br />

Cast Alum<br />

M20 × 1.5<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

WU5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

WK5<br />

WA9<br />

WAC<br />

WC9<br />

WH9<br />

WHC<br />

WK9<br />

WAS<br />

WAL<br />

WAT<br />

W2S<br />

W2L<br />

W2T<br />

Herm. Sealed<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

WU7<br />

WV5<br />

WV7<br />

W75<br />

W77<br />

WK7<br />

WL5<br />

WL7<br />

W65<br />

W67<br />

WCC<br />

WD9<br />

WDC<br />

WE9<br />

WEC<br />

WKC<br />

WL9<br />

WLC<br />

WM9<br />

WMC<br />

WAX<br />

WBT<br />

WBX<br />

—<br />

—<br />

W2X<br />

W4T<br />

W4X<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

WW5<br />

WY5<br />

—<br />

WD5<br />

WO5<br />

WB9<br />

WF9<br />

WG9<br />

WJ9<br />

WN9<br />

WP9<br />

WDS<br />

WDT<br />

WET<br />

W8S<br />

W8T<br />

W1T<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XU5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

XK5<br />

XA9<br />

XAC<br />

XC9<br />

XH9<br />

XHC<br />

XK9<br />

XAS<br />

XAL<br />

XAT<br />

X2S<br />

X2L<br />

X2T<br />

Herm. Sealed<br />

Dry Contact<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

XU7<br />

XV5<br />

XV7<br />

XK7<br />

XL5<br />

XL7<br />

XCC<br />

XD9<br />

XDC<br />

XKC<br />

XL9<br />

XLC<br />

XAX<br />

XBT<br />

XBX<br />

X2X<br />

X4T<br />

X4X<br />

w/ Gold<br />

3<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

X75<br />

X77<br />

X65<br />

X67<br />

XE9<br />

XEC<br />

XM9<br />

XMC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

XW5<br />

XY5<br />

—<br />

XD5<br />

XO5<br />

XB9<br />

XF9<br />

XG9<br />

XJ9<br />

XN9<br />

XP9<br />

XDS<br />

XDT<br />

XET<br />

X8S<br />

X8T<br />

X1T<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2U5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2K5<br />

2A9<br />

2AC<br />

2C9<br />

2H9<br />

2HC<br />

2K9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red 2U7 2K7 2CC 2KC — —<br />

High Temp<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

R/B<br />

2V5<br />

—<br />

2V7<br />

2L5<br />

—<br />

2L7<br />

2D9<br />

2DC<br />

2DE<br />

2L9<br />

2LC<br />

29E<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Vibration<br />

Yellow 275 265 2E9 2M9 — —<br />

Resistant<br />

3 Red — — 2EC 2MC — —<br />

Mercury<br />

R/B/B 277 267 2EE 28E — —<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2W5<br />

2W7<br />

2Y5<br />

2Y7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

2D5<br />

2D7<br />

2O5<br />

2O7<br />

2B9<br />

2BC<br />

2F9<br />

2FC<br />

2G9<br />

2GC<br />

2J9<br />

2JC<br />

2N9<br />

2NC<br />

2P9<br />

2PC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Short<br />

1<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3U5<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3K5<br />

3A9<br />

3AC<br />

3C9<br />

3H9<br />

3HC<br />

3K9<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

Red 3U7 3K7 3CC 3KC — —<br />

Tall<br />

SPDT<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

R/B<br />

3V5<br />

—<br />

3V7<br />

3L5<br />

—<br />

3L7<br />

3D9<br />

3DC<br />

3DE<br />

3L9<br />

3LC<br />

39E<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

High Temp<br />

Yellow 375 365 3E9 3M9 — —<br />

Mercury<br />

3 Red — — 3EC 3MC — —<br />

R/B/B 377 367 3EE 38E — —<br />

Short<br />

Tall<br />

DPDT<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

Yellow<br />

Red<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3W5<br />

3W7<br />

3Y5<br />

3Y7<br />

—<br />

—<br />

3D5<br />

3D7<br />

3O5<br />

3O7<br />

3B9<br />

3BC<br />

3F9<br />

3FC<br />

3G9<br />

3GC<br />

3J9<br />

3JC<br />

3N9<br />

3NC<br />

3P9<br />

3PC<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

—<br />

The switch and housing codes in bold are currently valid and available. Those not in bold are no longer valid.<br />

33


NOTES<br />

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NOTES<br />

42-683 <strong>Electric</strong> <strong>Switch</strong> <strong>Mechanisms</strong><br />

35


Service Policy<br />

Owners of <strong>Magnetrol</strong> may request the return of a control<br />

or any part of a control for complete rebuilding or replacement.<br />

They will be rebuilt or replaced promptly. Controls<br />

returned under our service policy must be returned by<br />

Prepaid transportation. <strong>Magnetrol</strong> will repair or replace<br />

the control at no cost to the purchaser (or owner) other<br />

than transportation if:<br />

1. Returned within the warranty period; and<br />

2. The factory inspection finds the cause of the claim<br />

to be covered under the warranty.<br />

If the trouble is the result of conditions beyond our control;<br />

or, is NOT covered by the warranty, there will be<br />

charges for labor and the parts required to rebuild or<br />

replace the equipment.<br />

In some cases it may be expedient to ship replacement<br />

parts; or, in extreme cases a complete new control, to<br />

replace the original equipment before it is returned. If<br />

this is desired, notify the factory of both the model and<br />

serial numbers of the control to be replaced. In such<br />

cases, credit for the materials returned will be determined<br />

on the basis of the applicability of our warranty.<br />

No claims for misapplication, labor, direct or consequential<br />

damage will be allowed.<br />

ASSURED QUALITY & SERVICE COST LESS<br />

5300 Belmont Road • Downers Grove, Illinois 60515-4499 • 630-969-4000 • Fax 630-969-9489 • www.magnetrol.com<br />

145 Jardin Drive, Units 1 & 2 • Concord, Ontario Canada L4K 1X7 • 905-738-9600 • Fax 905-738-1306<br />

Heikensstraat 6 • B 9240 Zele, Belgium • 052 45.11.11 • Fax 052 45.09.93<br />

Regent Business Ctr., Jubilee Rd. • Burgess Hill, Sussex RH15 9TL U.K. • 01444-871313 • Fax 01444-871317<br />

Copyright © 2012 <strong>Magnetrol</strong> <strong>International</strong>, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.<br />

Return Material Procedure<br />

So that we may efficiently process any materials that are<br />

returned, it is essential that a “Return Material<br />

Authorization” (RMA) number be obtained from the<br />

factory, prior to the material’s return. This is available<br />

through your <strong>Magnetrol</strong> local representative or<br />

by contacting the factory. Please supply the following<br />

information:<br />

1. Company Name<br />

2. Description of Material<br />

3. Serial Number<br />

4. Reason for Return<br />

5. Application<br />

Any unit that was used in a process must be properly<br />

cleaned in accordance with OSHA standards, before it is<br />

returned to the factory.<br />

A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must accompany<br />

material that was used in any media.<br />

All shipments returned to the factory must be by prepaid<br />

transportation.<br />

All replacements will be shipped F.O.B. factory.<br />

BULLETIN: 42-683.16<br />

EFFECTIVE: July 2012<br />

SUPERSEDES: June 2011

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