Rule 24V Marine Bilge Pump Control Panel - Auto/Off/Manual Rocker - RWB5188 RWB5188
Rule 24V Marine Bilge Pump Control Panel - Auto/Off/Manual Rocker - RWB5188
This bilge-pump control panel provides a clearly identified operating point for a compatible marine pumping system. It is useful when replacing a worn panel or planning the controls for a new installation. The switch arrangement, supply voltage and panel dimensions should be matched to the boat’s pump and its method of automatic control.
Moulded black plastic panel with illuminated waterproof auto/off/manual rocker switch, spring return from manual to off and built-in fuse holder.
Choosing and using this product
Check the front-panel dimensions against the available dashboard or bulkhead area, then allow room behind it for terminals, cable bends and service access. A panel’s outside dimensions do not establish the size of its cut-out. Confirm the mounting and wiring details from the current instructions before making a new opening or altering an existing one.
Automatic operation depends on the rest of the pump system being correctly configured. A control panel does not itself detect rising water unless the product description specifically says so. Match it to the pump and any separate float switch or sensor, and ensure that each electrical rating is suitable for the load. Use a qualified marine installer to check circuit protection and the final wiring arrangement.
Once fitted, test each available operating mode with the connected equipment and verify that any indicator behaves as intended. Keep the controls visible and accessible, and make their operation familiar to everyone who regularly uses the boat. Periodically inspect the panel and its connections for moisture, looseness or damage. Replace suspect components rather than relying on an intermittent switch in a bilge-pumping circuit.
When comparing replacement options, use the product code and the stated application together. Check the existing installation before ordering so that the selected component matches the equipment already on board.
Product details
- 24V, up to 20A.
- Panel: 72 x 60mm.
- Product code: RWB5188.
