Applications
IDEC SmartRelay Manual 290
Block diagram of the IDEC SmartRelay solution
8.7.4 Special features and expansions
The block diagram shows how you can interconnect the 
pump controls and the solenoid valve. The layout corre
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sponds with the circuit diagram. You also have the option to 
integrate further functions for specific applications, which 
can only be implemented in a conventional circuitry by add
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ing further switchgear, e.g.:
• Enabling the pump at specific times
• Indication of imminent or existing water shortage
• Reporting of system faults
I2
Q2
I1
I3
I4
x
T = 20 s x
Q1
I3
Pressure switch
Float switch for dry-
run protection OFF
Float switch for dry-
run protection ON
Float switch for  
drin-king water  
supply ON
Float switch for drinking water supply OFF
Drinking water  
supply line
Pump
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