Add SWCG wiring to Intermatic timer enclosure

joshf

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May 1, 2019
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Austin, TX
Pool Size
17000
Surface
Plaster
Chlorine
Salt Water Generator
SWG Type
CircuPool RJ-45
I'm planning out the wiring for my SWCG install. I intend to wire the SWCG control to the LOAD side of my Intermatic timer, so that the SWCG and single-speed pump are always on at the same time. I'm trying to figure out the best way to get the new wires into the enclosure. There are already 2 conduits going into the bottom - LINE on left, LOAD (pump) on right. I was originally thinking about putting a junction box outside of it, and have the pump and SWCG go into the junction, and one line come out and go into the LOAD side of the timer enclosure. However, when looking at the box, I noticed what _appear_ to be markers for additional knockouts on the sides. However, they don't look like any knockouts I've worked with before (which isn't saying much) - it just looks like indents in the metal - no actual groove or hole to put a screwdriver through. That makes sense, considering it is an outdoor unit. But leave me wondering - how exactly do you knock those out? It is just a matter of drilling, and those lines are suggested locations?

Alternatively, should I continue exploring some type of other junction/conduit Y connector to get both the SWCG and pump wires to go into the timer enclosure through the same hole?

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It is designed to be knocked out. Use a flathead screwdriver and place it as shown in the photo. Strike the screwdriver sharply, not hard if that makes sense. The knockout will hang by the tab in the oval. Use a pair of pliers and twist to break the tab. You can use a 1/2" Liquidtight connector. If you knock out the outer ring, it will accept a 3/4" connector.

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Great, thanks! Looks like I can get a right angle connector from Home Depot. I’m guessing the cell cord doesn’t need to be in conduit the whole way, just for the connection to the box. can I just hang it out of that connector? Or do I need some kind of stopper on the bottom where the cord goes in?
 
There are weather-resistant fittings made specifically for cables. It may be tough to find a 90 degree fitting. Not sure what the electrical code requires.

You may want to go to Home Depot with the cord to check options. @ajw22 may have some input.

Here's an example.

 
The conduit on the right side bottom looks to be the liquid tight fittings. You can move that one to a side knockout and just change the end fitting to a 90° liquid tight connector and then use the bottom hole for the cable along with the strain relief fitting without the worry of water as it's hanging below the box.
 
Looks professional...great job!

Consider adding some type of small enclosure to protect it from Texas' harsh elements. Plastics don't hold up well to UV exposure. Here's one idea...

 
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Built an enclosure with some scrap plywood and a 2x4. Its just resting on the back - as suggested in that other thread - the whole thing can lift right off. Because the location, it really doesn't get much straight sunlight, mostly on that left side and the top, so this should work.

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