What is an installation floater?
Installation floaters insure a contractor’s materials, equipment, machinery and supplies from the moment they leave the contractor’s premises until a job is complete. This means that a contractor’s property will be covered in the following scenarios: While being stored at a temporary location While in transit to a job site
What is the coverage territory of an installation floater?
The coverage territory is typically described as “The United States (sometimes the continental US), and Canada”. Think of an installation floater as a more narrowly focused builders risk policy.
What is the difference between installation floaters and Builders Risk Insurance?
While installation floaters offer similar coverage to that provided by builders risk policies (another form of inland marine insurance typically purchased by project owners or general contractors), there are important distinctions between the two forms of coverage.
What types of property are excluded from installation floaters?
Trees, shrubs and plants are also commonly excluded from installation floaters. If possible, contractors that perform landscaping installations should have their policy amended to specifically cover this type of property.
How to install a float switch for a pump?
We can help you calculate how much liquid level you’ll need to satisfy your pump’s requirements. Float switch installation requires you to mount the device with some way of fixing the cable above the tank or well. There is a mounting bracket available for the Kari Float Switch that uses a snug wedge to fix the cable into place.
How do I install a float switch on my waterproof enclosure?
Once you’ve figured out the weight position and your switching levels, you’ll need to install float switch wiring to your waterproof enclosure. Make sure you seal the cable entrance with a cable gland. For wiring instructions, refer to the user manual, or our new float switch wiring guide.