Float switch basic question

[KBHumphrey]

Not sure if this belonged here or in the engine area, so mods feel free to tow...

Replacing my float switch since there's a broken piece and it doesn't fire off automatically. Looking at the iBoats store, it's the Atwood model without a cover. Does the covered model provide any advantage?


Secondly, the switch was "floating" around, not fastened down, which seems like it would also prevent proper operation. There's a screw inserted in the bottom plate right near the pump. I'm assuming this was how the switch used to be secured?


Thanks in advance

 

[Bondo]

Re: Float switch basic question

Not sure if this belonged here or in the engine area, so mods feel free to tow...

Replacing my float switch since there's a broken piece and it doesn't fire off automatically. Looking at the iBoats store, it's the Atwood model without a cover. Does the covered model provide any advantage?

Secondly, the switch was "floating" around, not fastened down, which seems like it would also prevent proper operation. There's a screw inserted in the bottom plate right near the pump. I'm assuming this was how the switch used to be secured?

Thanks in advance

Ayuh,... The cover prevents debris from floating under, 'n jammin' it On...

Yes, it needs to be secured...