Model D4163
Toggle Safety
Switch
Instruction Sheet
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To reduce risk of serious burns, electrocution
or death when installing this switch:
• Only use this switch to replace an existing
machine switch that has the same physical
configuration and equivalent electrical
specifications/ratings.
• Installation must only be performed by an
electrician or qualified service personnel,
and all applicable electrical codes must
be adhered to.
• Turn OFF and completely disconnect all
power sources to the machine before
installing the switch.
Figure 1. D4163 Toggle Safety Switch.
Introduction
The Model D4163 features a ON/OFF toggle with
a removable safety key that can be used to
disable the switch. This switch is designed to fit
7
⁄8" x 1 5⁄8" rectangular hole.
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• Do not use this switch in wet or damp
locations, or near explosive fumes or
flammable liquids. It is not sealed or
rated for these environments.
• Make sure there is a verified machine
ground on the circuit this switch is
installed.
Specifications
Rated Voltage ............................125V/250V
Rated Current at 125V ...........................20A
Rated Current at 250V ...........................12A
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D4163 Toggle Safety Switch
Installation
When installing the D4163 switch, use the wiring
diagram in Figure 2 to ensure proper wire
connections.
This switch is intended to be connected to
stranded wire with insulated quick-disconnect crimp-type female wire terminals hav-
1
ing a
All crimps must be "pull-checked" to ensure
that wires are securely crimped and will
not fall out with moderate tension or when
exposed to normal machine vibration.
⁄4" tab.
Machine
Verified
Ground*
Operation
To turn the switch ON, make sure the safety key
is properly inserted, then flip the toggle up.
To turn the switch OFF, flip the toggle down.
To disable the switch, turn the switch OFF, then
pull the key from the center of the switch and
store it in a well hidden or secure location.
Hot
Out
Out
125V Neutral
or 250V Hot
Rear View
of Switch
Hot
In
Power Source
In
125V Neutral
or 250V Hot
Figure 2. D4163 wiring diagram.
*The machine MUST be connected to a verified
ground. In the event of certain malfunctions
or breakdowns, grounding reduces the risk
of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current.
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