Installing a pump controller: sensor position, pipework and wiring
Where the pressure sensor goes, why it must sit after the check valve, and which wiring mistakes cause faults.
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Choosing, installing and maintaining a pump controller
Pressure vessels: what they do, what size you need, and whether they are still required
How a pressure vessel stops the pump short-cycling, what volume suits your building, and whether you still need one alongside a smart controller.
What is a booster pump set, and where does the controller fit?
A booster set is an assembly, not a single part. What it contains, how it differs from a pump controller, and which one your building needs.
HYDROSET fault codes E1 to E8 and how to clear them
Every fault flashes on the four-digit display and stops the pump. What each code means, the likely cause, and the steps to clear it in order.
Smart controller or mechanical pressure switch? The practical differences
A mechanical switch only makes and breaks a contact. A smart controller measures pressure, ramps the pump up gently and protects it against dry running and over-current.
Choosing a pump controller for your building
One number on the pump nameplate picks the model. Selection tables by pump current, by floors and units, by circuit breaker, and the pressure suggested for each building height.