Summary
Line starter control unit, model AC40 made by AGE Pty Ltd. Located in the North Engine Room. Operates on 400-415 volts.
Physical Description
Rectangular box with metal maker's plate attached to upper face (two screws; black, gold and red paint) and three buttons along lower portion - two black, one red. Unit is painted black and is attached to the wall.
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Melbourne Water, Spotswood Pumping Station, Melbourne & Metropolitan Board of Works (MMBW)
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Manufacturer
Australian General Electric Co. Pty. Ltd., Australia, circa 1924
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User
Spotswood Pumping Station, Melbourne & Metropolitan Board of Works (MMBW), Australia, 1924-1965
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Inscriptions
Maker's plate: AUSTRALIAN / GENERAL ELECTRIC / PROPRIETARY LIMITED / CONTROL / MADE IN AUSTRALIA / AD / MAGNETIC LINE STARTER / 40 /MAX RATING 10 HP / TYPE 1C3501-AD40 CAT. No. AD40-N22V1 / MOTOR VOLTAGE 400-415 VOLTS 50 CYC/SEC. / CONTROL VOLTAGE 400-415 VOLTS 50 CYC/SEC / NP1907-2 Buttons: RESET / START / STOP
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Overall Dimensions
220 mm (Width), 130 mm (Depth), 245 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Electrical Equipment, Sewerage, Sewerage Works, Spotswood Sewerage Pumping Station
