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Series FS1
High Sensitivity
Liquid Flow Switch

Series FS1

Series FS1-W

• Before using product, read and understand instructions.

• Save these instructions for future reference.

• All work must be performed by qualified personnel trained in the proper application,

installation, and maintenance of plumbing, steam and electrical equipment and/or systems in
accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances.

• To prevent electrical shock, turn off the electrical power before making electrical

connections.

• To prevent an electrical fire or equipment damage, electrical wiring insulation must have a 

rating of 167˚F (75˚C) if the liquid’s temperature exceeds 180˚F (82˚C).

• To prevent electrocution, when the electrical power is connected to the flow switch, do not 

touch the terminals.

• Make sure flow switch electrical cover is secured before turning on electric power.

Failure to follow this warning could cause property damage, personal injury or death.

WARNING

CAUTION

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WARNING

OPERATION

This control is an independently mounted water flow
sensing device that makes or breaks an electrical
circuit when flow stops or starts.

(specified models only)

McDonnell & Miller

Installation & Maintenance 

Instructions 

MM-615A)

Summary of Contents for McDonnell & Miller FS1 Series

Page 1: ...To prevent an electrical fire or equipment damage electrical wiring insulation must have a rating of 167 F 75 C if the liquid s temperature exceeds 180 F 82 C To prevent electrocution when the electr...

Page 2: ...tch operation rate of less than once per 2 5 minutes and any one cycle greater than 3 seconds on and 3 seconds off For applications with loads 0 5 and 38mA power fac tors exceeding 0 65 an anticipated...

Page 3: ...n of the Flow Switch D 5 x D MINIMUM 1 2 PIPE 5 x D MINIMUM FLUID FLOW D PIPE DIAMETER The flow switch should be located in a horizontal section of pipe where there is a straight horizontal run of at...

Page 4: ...hex fitting of flow switch and one wrench on connecting piping Tighten to following torque values 31 ft lb 42 N m for 1 2 pipe Repeat to connect pipe to opposite side of flow switch a Apply pipe seali...

Page 5: ...trical Installation To prevent electrical shock turn off the electrical power before making electrical connections To prevent an electrical fire or equipment damage electrical wiring insulation must h...

Page 6: ...itch will be used to actuate a signal alarm or other device when no flow occurs connect the wire from that device to the N C contact Connect the Hot power supply wire to C terminal Flow Opens Circuit...

Page 7: ...quired flow switch may need to be adjusted OFF ON SECTION 4 Testing STEP 5 Adjustment 1 2 Pipe Connection Adjusting Screw Adjustment is necessary only if required flow no flow setpoints are above fact...

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