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Single Phase Simplex
SJE-Rhombus® Type 115
Installation Instructions and Operation/Troubleshooting Manual
22650 County Highway 6 P.O. Box 1708
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota 56502 USA
1-888-DIAL-SJE (1-888-342-5753)
Phone: 218-847-1317 Fax: 218-847-4617
E--mail: customer.service@sjerhombus.com
Website: www.sjerhombus.com
©SJE-Rhombus
PN1008706E • Rev 11/14
Manufactured by:
Warranty void if panel is modifi ed.
Call factory with servicing questions:
1-800-RHOMBUS
(1-800-746-6287)
This control panel must be installed and serviced by a li-
censed electrician in accordance with the National Electric Code
NFPA-70, state and local electrical codes.
All conduit running from the sump or tank to the control panel must
be sealed with conduit sealant to prevent moisture or gases from enter-
ing the panel. NEMA 1 enclosures are for indoor use only, primarily
to provide a degree of protection against contact with enclosed equip-
ment. Cable connectors are not required to be liquid-tight in NEMA 1
enclosures. Do not use NEMA 1 enclosures if subjected to rain,
splashing water or hose-directed water. NEMA 4X enclosures are
for indoor or outdoor use, primarily to provide a degree of protection
against corrosion, windblown dust and rain, splashing water and hose-
directed water. Cable connectors must be liquid-tight in NEMA 4X
enclosures.
Standard Type 115 panels are designed to operate with two fl oats.
These fl oats operate the pump and high level alarm functions. Wide
angle pump switch and SJE Double Float™ applications are illustrated
on next page.
NOTE: Options ordered may affect the number of fl oats and their
functions. Please reference the schematic provided with the control
panel for proper installation.
Installation of Floats
CAUTION: If control switch cables are not wired and mounted in the
correct order, the pump system will not function properly.
WARNING: Turn off all power before installing fl oats in pump chamber.
Failure to do so could result in serious or fatal electrical shock.
1. Use fl oat label kit to label fl oats for specifi c operation (stop, lead,
lag, alarm, etc.). See schematic for fl oat options.
2. Determine your normal operating level, as illustrated in Figures 1
& 2.
3. Mount fl oat switches at appropriate levels as illustrated in Figure 3.
Be sure that fl oats have free range of motion without touching each
other or other equipment in the basin.
4. For mounting clamp installation: place the cord into the clamp as
shown in Figure 3. Locate the clamp at the desired activation level
and secure the clamp to the discharge pipe as shown in Figure 3.
NOTE: Do not install cord under hose clamp.
5. Tighten the hose clamp using a screwdriver. Over tightening may
result in damage to the plastic clamp. Make sure the fl oat cable is
not allowed to touch the excess hose clamp band during operation.
NOTE: All hose clamp components are made of 18-8 stainless
steel material. See your SJE-Rhombus® supplier for replacements.
Installation
FIGURE 1
SJE Double Float™ system FIGURE 2
SJE wide angle* fl oat system
Mounting the Control Panel
1. Determine mounting location for panel. If distance
exceeds the length of either the fl oat switch cables or
the pump power cables, splicing will be required. For
outdoor or wet installation, we recommend the use of an
SJE-Rhombus® liquid-tight junction box with liquid-tight
connectors to make required connections. You must
use conduit sealant to prevent moisture or gases
from entering the panel.
2. Mount control panel (mounting fl anges are furnished with
control panel).
3. Determine conduit entrance locations on control panel.
Check local codes and schematic for the number of
power circuits required.
NOTE: Be sure the proper power supply voltage, and
phase are the same as the pump motor being installed.
If in doubt, see the pump identifi cation plate for electrical
requirements.
4. Drill proper size holes for type of connectors being used.
NOTE: If using conduit, be sure that it is of adequate size
to pull the pump and switch cables through. You must
use conduit sealant to prevent moisture or gases
from entering the panel.
5. Attach cable connectors and/or conduit connectors to
control panel.
FOR INSTALLATION WITHOUT A SPLICE,
GO TO STEP 11; FOR INSTALLATION REQUIRING
A SPLICE, FOLLOW STEPS 6-10.
Installation Instructions
6. Determine location for mounting junction box according
to local code requirements. Do not mount the junction
box inside the sump or basin.
7. Mount junction box to proper support.
8. Run conduit to junction box. Drill proper size holes for
the type of conduit used. Attach connectors to junction
box.
9. Identify and label each wire before pulling through conduit
into control panel and junction box. Pull pump power
cables and control switch cables through connectors into
junction box. Make wire splice connections at junction
box.
10. Firmly tighten all fi ttings on junction box. Insure all cable
connectors are liquid-tight and sealed.
11. If a junction box is not required, identify and label cables
on both fl oat and stripped ends.
12. Connect pump and fl oat wires to proper position on ter-
minals. See schematic inside control panel for terminal
connections.
13. Connect alarm and pump power conductors to proper
position on terminals. See schematic inside control panel
for terminal connections.
NOTE: It is the recommendation of the factory to use
separate pump and alarm power sources.
VERIFY CORRECT OPERATION OF CONTROL PANEL
AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.
FIGURE 3
Mounting clamp detail
NOTE: Double fl oat voltage
must match pump voltage. *Super Single®, SJE PumpMaster® Plus,
or SJE AmpMaster™
(See chart on next page to determine pumping range)
Operations
For information regarding the operations of
options not listed here or servicing questions,
please call a SJE-Rhombus®
customer service technician at
1-800-RHOMBUS
(1-800-746-6287)
Warranty void if panel is modifi ed.
DETERMINING PUMPING RANGE
(IN INCHES)
Use only as a guide. Pumping ranges are based on testing in
non-turbulent conditions. Range may vary due to water tem-
perature and cord shape. Note: As the tether length increases,
so does the variance of the pumping range.
Super Single®
pumping range
tether
length
pumping
range
SJE
PumpMaster
Plus®
pumping range
tether
length
pumping
range
3.5 6 10 14 18 22 24
7 10 16 22 28 33
36
6.5 7.5 8.5 10 11
12.5 13.5
3.5 5 7 9 11 1 3 15
SJE AmpMas-
ter™
pumping range
tether
length
pumping
range
9 13 17 21 24
5 10 14 18 22
SJE-Rhombus® Type 115 control panels are single
phase simplex panels designed for use with wide angle
pump switches, or an SJE Double Float™ and an alarm
switch. When all fl oats are open or in the OFF position,
the panel is inactive. As the liquid level changes and
closes the pump switch, the pump will start, providing
the HOA switch is in the AUTOMATIC mode and the
power is ON. If a Double Float™ is used, both fl oats
must be in the ON position before the pump will start.
The pump will remain ON until both fl oats are returned
to the OFF position. If the liquid level travels beyond
the pump switch or Double Float™ and reaches the
alarm fl oat, the audio/visual alarm will be activated. The
alarm horn can be silenced by moving the test/normal/
silence switch to the silence position.
Alarm System (Horn and Indicator )
When an alarm condition occurs, a red light and a horn
will be activated. If the test/normal/silence switch is
moved to the silence position, the horn will be silenced.
When the alarm condition is cleared, the alarm system
is reset. The alarm system can be tested by moving the
test/normal/silence switch to the test position.
Alarm Fuse
The alarm circuit contains a bayonett-style fuse discon-
nect. When the fuse is removed, power is cut off and
the alarm circuit is inoperable.
HOA Switch
A hand-off-automatic switch is provided for the pump. In
the hand mode, the pump will turn on unless other safety
features are employed. In the automatic mode, the
pump will turn on from commands by the fl oat switches.
Pump Run Light
The run light will be ON in either the hand or the auto-
matic mode when the pump is called to run.
Circuit Breaker (optional)
The pump circuit has a thermal-magnetic circuit breaker
which provides pump disconnect and branch circuit
protection.
Dry Auxiliary Contacts (optional)
Normally Open - Contacts are open under normal con-
dictions and closed when alarm conditions is present.
Normally Closed - Contacts are closed under normal
conditions and open when alarm condition is present.
Both types automatically reset once alarm condition is
cleared.
Float Controls
Check the fl oats during their entire range of operation. Clean,
adjust, or replace damaged fl oats.
Checking the fl oat resistance - The fl oat resistance can be mea-
sured to determine if the fl oat is operating correctly or is defective.
Use the following procedure to measure the fl oat resistance.
WARNING: Disconnect incoming power to panel.
1. Isolate the fl oat by disconnecting one or both of the fl oat leads
from the fl oat terminals.
2. Place one ohmmeter lead on one of the fl oat wires, and the
other ohmmeter lead on the other fl oat wire.
3. Place the ohmmeter dial to read ohms and place on the R X
1 scale. With the fl oat in the “off” position, the scale should
read infi nity (high resistance). Replace the fl oat if you do not
get this reading. With the fl oat in the ON position, the scale
should read nearly zero (very low resistance). Replace the
fl oat if you do not get this reading.
NOTE: Readings may vary depending on the length of wire
and accuracy of the measuring device.
Fuses
Check the continuity of the fuse. With power OFF, pull the fuse out
of the fuse block. With the ohmmeter on the R X 1 scale, measure
resistance. A reading of infi nity indicates a blown fuse and must be
replaced. Replace fuse with same type, voltage and amp rating.
Indicator Light
If defective, replace all indicator lights with same type.
Alarm Horn
Moving the test/normal/
silence switch to the test
position or activating the
alarm fl oat should turn
on the alarm horn. If the
horn does not sound,
replace horn with same
type.
Alarm Light
Moving the test/normal/silence switch to the test position or activat-
ing the alarm fl oat should turn on the alarm light. If the light does
not activate, replace light with same type.
Circuit Breaker (optional)
Check each pole of the circuit breaker for proper resistance reading
using the following procedure.
WARNING: Disconnect incoming power to panel.
1. Isolate the circuit breaker by disconnecting either line side or
load side wires.
2. Place the ohmmeter leads across the corresponding line and
load terminals of each pole.
3. With the ohmmeter on the R X 1 scale and the breaker in the
OFF position, the reading should be infi nity (very high resis-
tance). With the breaker in the ON position, the reading should
be nearly zero ohms (very low resistance). If the readings are
not as stated, replace the circuit breaker with one of the same
ratings.
NOTE: Readings may vary slightly depending on the ac-
curacy of the measuring device.
Troubleshooting
SJE-RHOMBUS® warrants to the original consumer that this prod-
uct shall be free of manufacturing defects for fi ve years after the
date of consumer purchase. During that time period and subject
to the conditions set forth below, SJE-RHOMBUS® will repair or
replace, for the original consumer, any component which proves
to be defective due to defective materials or workmanship of SJE-
RHOMBUS®.
ELECTRICAL WIRING AND SERVICING OF THIS PRODUCT
MUST BE PERFORMED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY: (A) to damage due to
lightning or conditions beyond the control of SJE-RHOMBUS®; (B)
to defects or malfunctions resulting from failure to properly install,
operate or maintain the unit in accordance with printed instructions
provided; (C) to failures resulting from abuse, misuse, accident, or
negligence; (D) to units which are not installed in accordance with
applicable local codes, ordinances, or accepted trade practices,
and (E) to units repaired and/or modifi ed without prior authorization
from SJE-RHOMBUS®.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: The consumer shall assume
all responsibility and expense for removal, reinstallation, and freight.
Any item to be repaired or replaced under this warranty must be
returned to SJE-RHOMBUS®, or such place as designated by
SJE-RHOMBUS®.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT-
NESS ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY. SJE-RHOMBUS® SHALL NOT, IN ANY MANNER,
BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
SJE-Rhombus® Five-Year Limited Warranty
NOTICE!
Products returned must be cleaned, sanitized, or decontaminated as necessary prior to shipment to ensure that employees
will not be exposed to health hazards in handling said material. All applicable laws and regulations shall apply.
