Boat switch TATTLETALE®

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Description TATTLETALE® annunciators and Magnetic Switches are the nerve centers that translate SWICHGAGE® contact operations into decisions and operate the alarm or shutdown device. They are the electrical load carrying devices for the alarm or shutdown device. TATTLETALE® annunciators indicate which monitored function failed leading to the alarm or shutdown whereas magnetic switches do not. Magnetic switches operate basically as a latching relay. Application Magnetic Switches and TATTLETALE® annunciators are available for use with engines or electric motors. Various circuits, time delays, and contact configurations are available to match the power source and mode of operation required for alarm only, alarm before shutdown or shutdown only. For distributor ignition engines, the magnetic switch opens the distributor coil circuit to cause shutdown. For magneto or CD ignitions the magnetic switch grounds the ignition output. Some models can also trip fuel valves instead of or in addition to grounding the ignition. Diesel engines are shut down by either closing off the fuel or air supply. Magnetic switches and TATTLETALE® annunciators can make or break circuits for these engines. For electric motor applications, various magnetic switches are available to operate the motor starter, holding coil directly or in conjunction with appropriate Murphy Transformer-Relay assembly.