Replacement Reed Switch Assembly

Instructions for replacement of the reed switch assembly

1. Loosen the 4 Phillips head screws at the base of the collection bucket.

2. Twist the collection bucket counter-clockwise and remove it from the base.

3. Observe the tipper assembly and note the two axle supports holding it in position.

4. On top of each axle support is an eccentric washer with a screw holding it in

place. Loosen and remove the washer on each support.

5. Remove the tipper assembly (tipper, axle and brass eyelets) being careful not to

loose the eyelets.

6. Observe and remove the switch assembly by loosening the Phillips screw.

7. Cut the two wires on the existing switch assembly at the circuit board leaving

approximately two inches of each wire exposed on the base.

8. Place the new switch assembly in the same manor and position as the former

assembly. Screw it into the base.

9. Strip the insulation from the wire ends and use the provided wire nuts to complete

the switch replacement.

10. Replace the tipper assembly and eccentric washers.

11. The washers can be turned in conjunction to position the tipper with respect to the

switch. The contact between each washer and eyelet allows for this positioning.

Ideally, the distance between the magnet and switch should be between ¼ and 1/8

of an inch.

12. Once the position of the tipper is established, tighten the eccentric washers. There

should be some movement of the tipper on the axle, approximately 1/32 of an

inch.

13. Verify proper operation by replacing the collection bucket back on the base and

pouring a small amount of water through the collector to facilitate tipping of the

assembly. You will hear it tip. Each tip should account for a 1/100 inch

increment on the counter or display.