Tethered Float Switch Adjustment
When the float rises to a pre set height the pump will be switched on.
Tethered float switch adjustment. Rod settings are made by sliding the sump float up and down the desired. Make sure the pump operates at the desired levels. Attach the float switch to the top of the pump. Manual adjustment manual adjustments are made on either a rod or a tether depending upon the model of sump pump you own.
Efore tightening adjust tether length. Tether length. Anytime you are working on your sump pump it should be disconnected from the power. The pump is then idle until the water level rises again.
Step by step disconnect from power. Test with bucket of water. Make any necessary adjustments at this time. Adjust float up or down.
Next manually or electronically adjust the float switch up or down based on the water level in. The pump will continue to operate until the float drops low enough to disengage the switch. The float controls an on off switch for the pump.