
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 
63/4
(171)
NEMA 4 ENCLOSURE
6x6x4.03
(152x152x110)
Dimensions in Inches (mm)
4 (102)
5
/
16 (8) Mounting Hole
(4 Places)
DN0178 
REVISION B
Hoffman Specialty
®
Single Phase Simplex 
Control Panel
B&G
Dimensions in Inches (mm)
INSTALLER:
PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER’S USE.
SAFETY 
INSTRUCTIONS
This safety alert symbol will be used in this manual and on 
the unit safety instruction decals to draw attention to safety 
related instructions. When used, the safety alert symbol means 
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! 
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN 
A SAFETY HAZARD.
If the decals as noted to the right are missing or are illegible contact your local Hoffman Pump representative for a 
replacement.
1. Electrical connections to be made by a qualified Electrician 
in accordance with National, State or Local codes.
2. Motor must be sized in accordance with contactor rating 
and have internal overload and undervoltage protection.
MODEL NO. 161029
CONTROL VOLTS: 120 VOLT A.C.
PUMP SELECTION
VOLTS: 120/240 VAC HZ: 60 HZ
PHASE: 1 PHASE   FLA: 20 AMPS
Bell & Gossett
M  Illinois 60053orton Grove,
DN0444
USE COPPER WIRE ONLY
6 0°C INSULATION R ATING F OR A MPACITIES LESS T H A N 1 0 0 A
S80379
7 5°C INSULATION RATI NG FO R AMPACITIES GR EA TER T H A N 1 0 0 A
DNO442
WARNING
BEFORE INSTALLING, 
USING OR SERVICING 
THIS PRODUCT, READ 
THE WARNING NOTES
AND INSTRUCTIONS
IN INSTRUCTION
MANUAL. FAILURE TO
DO SO MAY RESULT 
IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
PUMP  ✽ RUNNING
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT MAIN POWER
DN0445
BEFORE SERVICING
DNO443
CAUTION
G R D
US E TYPE  FUSE
AMP
V56846
DN0430

DESCRIPTION
The Hoffman Single Phase Simplex Electrical Control 
Panel is designed to provide a reliable means of controlling 
one 120 volt or 230 volt (3 wire) single phase pump installation that does not exceed a FLA of 20 amps
.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Operators must be familiar with all sections of this manual 
to understand the operation of the unit.
Hot Water, steam and electricity can be hazardous.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Assure that there is no shipping damage. 
Assure that the nameplate ratings agree with the job spec-
ifications and actual conditions. 
Assure all connections are secure and made per NEC
requirements.
HANDLING
Use care in installing unit.
LOCATION
Place unit for easy access. 
Allow adequate space for servicing. Check ambient 
conditions. 
Notice: Insulation temperature limits. Ventilate as required.
ELECTRICAL WIRING AND CONTROLS
Connect power wiring per NEC. Recheck nameplate vs. 
specifications and conditions.
WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY
Disconnect and lock out power before connecting or 
servicing unit. Failure to follow these instructions could 
result in serious injury or death.
PUTTING THE UNIT INTO SERVICE
Assure that the main power has been disconnected.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
See Cover of this Manual.
WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY
Disconnect and lock out power before connecting or 
servicing unit. Failure to follow these instructions could 
result in serious injury or death.
NOTICE / AUTO RESTART
Single phase motors will restart automatically after thermal 
overload protector trips.
A properly installed unit should function unattended for 
long periods of time. Periodic checks to assure proper 
operation are highly recommended. Refer to trouble shooting section when necessary.
Refer to wiring diagrams to determine control switch 
settings.
CAUTION: SUBSEQUENT DAMAGE
A unit showing symptoms of possible problems must 
be corrected immediately. Failure to follow these instruc- 
tions could result in full liability for subsequent injury or 
property damage.
UNIT WIRING
WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY
Disconnect and lock out power before connecting or 
servicing unit. Failure to follow these instructions could 
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY
Disconnect and lock out power before connecting or 
servicing unit. Failure to follow these instructions could 
result in serious injury or death.
Wire unit per National Electrical Code. See representative 
wiring diagrams.
Observe operation of unit through several cycles.
Select the required configuration for the control panel to fit 
the application. CAUTION: Verify that the incoming voltage 
and the motor voltage correspond to the configuration of 
the panel. Rewire jumper terminals if necessary.
Disconnect all power. 
Identify incoming power and motor voltage configuration
from the Selection Chart below.
SELECTION CHART
Incoming Motor Connect Power Connect Pump Motor Jumper Connect Float Control
Voltage Voltage to Terminals to Terminals Terminals to Terminals
230/1/60 230/1/60 N, L2, L1 T1, T2 — L1, 2 
115/1/60 115/1/60 L2, L1 T1, T2 N, L2 L1, 2
2

ELEMENTARY DIAGRAM 
SINGLE PHASE SIMPLEX CONTROL PANEL
WIRING / CONNECTIONS
WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY
Panel remains fully energized at all times, unless 
incoming power is disconnected. Disconnect and lock out 
power before connecting or servicing unit. Failure to follow 
these instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Wire incoming power to the terminals identified in the 
Selection Chart on page 2.
Connect electrical ground wire to ground lug.
Wire the float switch.
Wire pump motor to the terminals identified in the 
Selection Chart. Connect all necessary ground wires to the 
ground lug. Connect ground lug to a good earth ground.
Check pump motor before installation for proper rotation. 
Re-wire motor is necessary. Re-connect incoming power.
TYPICAL SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
1. When the float control “makes,” incoming electrical power 
is supplied to the pump “ON-OFF” selector switch.
2. With the selector switch in the “ON” position the contactor 
coil and the “Pump Run” pilot light will be energized.
3. When the contactor coil is energized, electrical power is 
fed to the pump motor.
3

TROUBLE SHOOTING
SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION
Pump will not start Incoming power not connected. Connect incoming Power.
Float control not “Made”. Operate system to “Make” Float Control.
Pump “ON-OFF” Switch not ON. Turn ON switch.
Fuse Blown. Replace fuse per label in enclosure.
Pump runs but light doesn’t light Blown pilot light. Replace pilot light.
DEALER SERVICING
If trouble occurs that cannot be rectified, contact your local 
B&G representative. He will need the following information 
in order to give you assistance.
1. Complete nameplate data of panel.
2. Voltage, phase, and FLA of motor.
3. Actual ampere draw of motor.
Xylem Inc.
8200 N. Austin Avenue 
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053 
Phone: (847) 966-3700 
Fax: (847) 965-8379 
www.xyleminc.com/brands/bellgossett
Bell & Gossett is a trademark of Xylem Inc. or one of its subsidiaries. 
© 2013 Xylem Inc. DN0178B July 2013