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Source for Remote Photo Electric Switch

12/18/2011 1:29 AM

I had been using an Intermatic Model LV81-4PR Remote Photo Electric Switch to control lighting on a landscape fountain. When it recently failed, I find that this item is apparently no longer available (Google search, EBay, etc.) Does anyone know of a source I may have overlooked, or is there a good optional switch available? Thank you kindly.

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12/18/2011 2:07 AM

I bet you can go to any local hardware store and get a photoelectric switch, such as used to control outdoor security lights, that will do the same thing as your failed switch.

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12/18/2011 8:01 AM

No need to even leave the house...It seems this model doesn't get very high marks, seems to fail in about a year, in fact it seems it's been discontinued...did find this....

If that doesn't fit, you may have to go for a new unit...

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12/19/2011 1:54 PM

Grainger p/n 13k519

intermatic p/nML814DRP

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12/19/2011 2:28 PM

The Intermatic switch needed is low voltage. Unfortunately, the Grainger-listed Intermatic switch appears to be 120V. Thanks for checking.

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12/19/2011 5:00 PM

I don't know them and can't vouch for them, but these folks say they have the exact part you seek. It's even on sale!

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12/20/2011 5:21 AM

Thank you for this information. I'll give them a try!

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