2wheels Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 This my idea on replacing a mixer tap If I fit a mixer tap that does not have a micro switch in my caravan bathroom can I install a suitable switch near but of the way of water to opereate the pump. I think this will work but I am open to other ideas as long as they not rude or stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian16527 Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Cant see why not. How olds your van? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coriolis Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Most new vans don't use microswitch taps, but have a pressure switch which operates the pump when the tap is opened. ...so you idea is good and easily achievable if you're the practical type. Wish I could say the same for your chosen font, which I struggled to read 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaydug Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 When getting rid of micro switches the usual method is to fit a pressure switch close to the water intake. The switch will work off your caravan battery. Just by opening the taps will start the pump. 1 Quote Citroen C5-X7 Tourer+Avondale Rialto 480/2 https://jondogoescaravanning.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WispMan Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 As people can access this forum from various devices, we prefer people not to use different types nor sizes of fonts. I have edited the original font. 1 Quote Graham Unless otherwise stated all posts are my personal opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coriolis Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Thanks Graham. ...appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2wheels Posted August 24, 2017 Author Share Posted August 24, 2017 As people can access this forum from various devices, we prefer people not to use different types nor sizes of fonts. I have edited the original font. You missed a line Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WispMan Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Thanks. Now done Quote Graham Unless otherwise stated all posts are my personal opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macafee2 Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Most new vans don't use microswitch taps, but have a pressure switch which operates the pump when the tap is opened. . . .so you idea is good and easily achievable if you're the practical type. Wish I could say the same for your chosen font, which I struggled to read me personally think the pressure switch is a rubbish idea. Run the water butt out of water and the pump keeps running, turn the tap on slow and pumps goes on and off. Micro switch, run water butt out of water, turn off tap, pump stops, turn tap on slow, pump keeps running. macafee2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevan Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 During the 70s a separate switch for the pump was common place, it enabled an upgrade from footpump to electric without changing the taps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DACS Posted September 9, 2017 Share Posted September 9, 2017 If you fit a switch, you need to remember to turn it off every time you turn the tap off or the pump will keep running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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