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Unread 07/25/2008, 11:14 AM   #1
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autotopoff.com

Is anyone using their float switches?

Are they reliable?

I'm thinking of picking one up, along with a litermeter III to get the ATO started up.

Yes, I'm still doing it manually.

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Unread 07/25/2008, 11:28 AM   #2
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I've been using one of their double switch controllers with a solenoid valve for about three months now, no problems so far. I went with the double switch to have the back up in case the first one was stuck somehow.

Not having to dump in top off water every day is a great thing.


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Unread 07/25/2008, 12:05 PM   #3
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I am using one and it has worked fine so far...


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Unread 07/25/2008, 12:23 PM   #4
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I have been using one for over two years with no problems.


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Unread 07/25/2008, 01:03 PM   #5
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Thanks, I appreciate the time everyone took.

I'll pick up the double switch unit and a small pump.

I just wanted to know if the switches ever got stuck (like JBJ).


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Unread 07/25/2008, 01:30 PM   #6
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and also good news is, he is from houston so tech support is close!


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Unread 07/25/2008, 01:31 PM   #7
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yep - good stuff
I'm using them for both my ATO and Reservoir, I may even add a third set for a water change station. What's nice is he doesn't mind working with you on custom builds.


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Unread 07/25/2008, 05:36 PM   #8
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+1 for autotopoff.com. I'm still in the build stages but the double switches and solenoids are working great and they offer great advice and support.


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Unread 07/25/2008, 05:49 PM   #9
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I've been using one for over two years without any issues (knock on wood.)


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Unread 07/25/2008, 05:56 PM   #10
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i have a double switch... might order another switch too. If you're in my area, give me a call to see.


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