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Basement Watchdog BWSP Instructions / Assembly

1. properly N4 Replace the fluid sensor in the top of the battery Then replace the battery cables BLACK to the NEGATIVE post and RED to the POSITIVE post Tighten the wing nuts 8 Plug the charger back into the wall outlet You should provide additional protection for the control unit by using a surge protector 9 If any of the alarms are sounding press the YELLOW button on the front of the control panel for one 1 second REPLACING THE BATTERY Risk of electrical shock or battery explosion which can cause serious injury or death Wear eye protection Work in a well ventilated area Do not smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery Avoid dropping metal tools on the battery If battery acid contacts eyes flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Review the safety instructions on page 1 REFER TO THE PHOTOS AT RIGHT Unplug the charger from the wall outlet PO e Remove the cover of the battery box by pushing in the tabs on the front and back then lifting up Uo Fan the area around the top of the battery with a piece of cardboard or another non metallic material to remove any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may have been emitted from the battery 4 Remove the fluid sensor from the top of the battery Unscrew the wing nuts and remove the battery cables O1 Remove the old battery from the battery box and place the new battery in the b
2. the top of the Y assembly to the discharge pipe with the Y extension facing down toward the backup pump Now connect the bottom of the assembly to the check valve and tighten the hose clamp CAUTION Failure to install a check valve between the Y connector and the primary AC pump will cause the backup system to not operate properly 8 Connect a piece of 112 PVC pipe above the check valve of the Basement Watchdog pump and attach a 45 elbow to that pipe Extend another piece of pipe to reach from the 45 elbow to the Y connector on the other pipe WO Prime and cement all pipe connections securely to prevent leaking and tighten all the hose clamps RIGID 1 1 2 PVC PIPE 1 1 2 nyn PVC PIPE CONNECTOR 45 ELBOW CHECK VALVE PUMP WIRE 1 8 HOLE PIPE ADAPTER BASEMENT WATCHDOG PUMP HOSE CLAMPS 1 BRACKET MAIN AC PUMP BRICKS Diagram D Battery Instructions The Basement Watchdog Big Standby battery has been designed to run this system for 60 hours based on a 10 duty cycle However most of the time the pump will turn on and off and this battery will run the pump intermittently for days In addition the unique materials in the Basement Watchdog Standby batteries enable them to last longer in standby service CAUTION e The use of automotive batteries is NOT recommended Automotive batteries are not designed for this application They will
3. Battery Backup Sump Pump Instruction Manual System amp Safety Warnings Table of Contents Important Safety Warnings and Understanding the Warning Instructions Lights and Alarms Electrical Precautions 1 Silencing the Alarm Battery Preparation 1 During an Emergency 11 Battery Precautions 1 Battery Alarm 11 Cleaning Battery Terminals 11 12 Introduction Replacing the Battery 12 Items Included in System 2 Fuse Alarm 13 Additional Items Needed 2 Water Alarm 13 System Specifications 2 Pump Alarm 14 Replacement Parts List 2 Replacing the Pump 14 Power Alarm 15 Pump amp Pipe Charging 15 Installation Instructions System Operating 15 Installation Options 3 Direct Discharge to Outside 4 Testing the System Connection to Existing Discharge 5 Test Reset Silence Button 15 Direct Discharge for Narrow Sumps 6 Testing the Float Switch 15 Connection to Existing Discharge for Narrow Sumps 7 Parts amp Service Information Technical Support 15 Battery Instructions Preparation of the Battery 8 9 Troubleshooting Guide 16 Control Unit Connections Warranty 17 Positioning the Float Switch 9 lt BASEMENT Battery Connecting the Pump 9 Other Products 18 WATE HG veers sears SUO Bun Installing the Battery Fluid Sensor 10 0 detects pay a nel System Connecting the Battery 10 Connecting the Charger 10 Worning What to do Terminals corroded or battery defective O Battery ee Clean terminals or replace battery Replace with 20 amp auto fuse O tea If
4. cannot pass MOUGN Th oc a gt eee eee ees eh Se 4 eur Replace the check valve or correct the installation The discharge pipe is clogged or frozen and the water cannot Doss NOU Il eudspegaeeeacweweeweo eee e eens eae Thaw clean out the blockage or replace the discharge pipe There is a slight chance of false activation if the float switch cord is wrapped around the AC power cord Move the float switch cord away from the AC power cord Potential Cause DC FUSE HAS BLOWN Solutions PUMP IS Clogged 414 4 846544446468466 000064644448 444 Remove strainer from pump Clean out any debris Replace the 20 amp DC fuse Pump wires are exposed ce ccc eee eens Replace the pump PUMP AS DOKEN 6 oc 65 64 4 4 54565404008 Cab RS RSA Replace the pump Potential Cause WATER WILL NOT LEAVE THE PIT Solutions No Check VAWE sereicecrsrod sads tdd rw oes ae trii If connecting backup to the primary discharge pipe make sure there is a check valve on both the main and backup pipes below the tie in point Check valve is broken or installed improperly Make sure check valve is functioning and installed properly Discharge pipe is clogged or frozen eee eee eeee Clear the discharge pipe There is an air lock in the system cee eee eees Make sure the 1 8 weep hole is drilled in the discharge pipe below the check valve but above the water line Make sure it is clear of debris Potential Cause SYSTEM DOES NOT OPERATE AFTER INSTALLATION
5. Pump light will go on After the pump has stopped push the YELLOW button to silence the alarm BE SURE TO PLUG IN THE MAIN AC PUMP WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE TEST THE REMOTE TERMINAL The Basement Watchdog Special can be connected to a home security system or other alarm devices to alert you to a problem or required maintenance Battery Backup Press and hold Press and bold for 5 Sump Pump for 1 second to seconds to silance any alarm for 24 hours System test or reset alarm What te da a Terminals corroded or battery defective Clean terminals or replace battery mg Replace with 20 amp auto fuse If fuse blows again replace pump Add distilled water to battery If using a maintenance free ba ery attach fluid sensor to the positive post o battery Pump was activated Check main pump for failure Check the circuit breaker Make sure charger is plugged into wall amp controller O marsa If power is on replace the charger lt p System d Automatic Charging amp Monitoring System ASS Operating INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING THE REMOTE ALARM The terminal is located on the front of the control unit There are three 3 positions for wire connections on the terminal N 0 normally open N C normally closed and common Check your security system to determine whether an open no contact or closed making contact connection is needed to activate the alarm The security system will provide two connect
6. ring as shown in the diagram below DO NOT OVERFILL THE BATTERY Diagram E A newly filled battery will sometimes require additional acid after about 20 minutes Re examine the fill level and add additional acid if necessary The battery acid may bubble at this BATTERY TERMINALS BATTERY CAP RINGS k e ff ff PD ist EVEL Ll CROSS SECTION OF BATTERY CELL WALL time and give off a sulfur like smell but this is normal After the battery has been filled press the caps securely on the top of the battery CAUTION When you fill the battery for the FIRST time it will be the ONLY time you add acid to the battery In the future when the fluid level is low add distilled water to the cells NEVER add more acid Battery Maintenance Measuring the battery fluid level is one of the most important features of the system It is important to check the battery fluid levels at least once every 4 6 months Detailed instructions on adding distilled water to the battery can be found within the Understanding the Warnings amp Alarms section of this manual page 13 Water If you are not using a Basement Watchdog standby battery you cannot use the battery fluid sensor You will need to attach the fluid sensor to the POSITIVE post of the battery or the alarm will sound continuously The system will NOT warn you if the fluid level is low in this configuration You will need to check your battery every couple of months to
7. 60 eh Geos eee eee ad None The backup pump will run off the battery Press and hold the reset button to silence the alarm for 24 hours An outlet fuse or circuit breaker has failed Try another outlet replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker The power cord is unplugged from the wall Make sure the power cord is plugged in securely The charger is receiving less than 110 volts from the outlet None if the utility company has instigated brown outs Otherwise reduce the number of other appliances on the circuit Potential Cause PUMP FAILURE Solutions Backup PUMP 1S unplugged sap 255 vase Sooo eee ee awe Make sure the pump is securely plugged into the back of the control unit Backup pump is clogged cece cece eee e eens Remove strainer from pump and clean out any debris Back p pump is DOKEN 5a sos wees wees we eee SRR See Replace the pump Potential Cause PUMP WAS ACTIVATED Solutions The main AC pump failed because of a power outage None The backup pump was activated when needed The float switch on the main pump is stuck or defective Free the float switch on the main pump or replace it The main AC pump is broken eee eee eee eee Replace the main AC pump The main AC pump could not keep up with the inflow of water None The backup pump was activated as needed If this is a recurring problem install a higher capacity main pump The check valve is stuck or installed improperly and the water
8. Solutions The battery cables are connected backwards Reverse the battery connections If the listed solutions do not resolve the problem follow the instructions within this manual to disconnect the system from the outlet and battery terminals then reconnect the system and push the reset button If the problem continues contact customer service at 800 991 0466 option 3 LIMITED WARRANTY By opening this package and using this GLENTRONICS INC product you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of the GLENTRONICS INC limited warranty warranty as set out below Do not use your product until you have read the terms of the warranty If you do not agree to the terms of the warranty do not use the product and return it within the return period stated on your purchase receipt from the retail store or authorized distributor where you purchased it for a refund To the extent permitted by law this warranty and the remedies set forth are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties remedies and conditions whether oral written statutory express or implied GLENTRONICS INC disclaims all statutory and implied warranties including without limitation warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and warranties against hidden or latent defects to the extent permitted by law GLENTRONICS INC will not be liable for any incidental special or consequential damages for breach of any express or implied warranties o
9. fuse blows again replace pump Onw maintenance Wee batery attach fut sensor IMPORTANT Even if you have the Basement Watchdog Special E E E E he custome fick Pome ail Check main pump for failure Backup Sump Pump System installed by someone else you must read J iy Check the circuit breaker e have the BWSP A backup controller Peres O Make sure charger is plugged into wall amp controller OF m and follow the safety information contained in this manual Failure OWEF 15 On replace The charger e o which can accommodate maintenance i ee ORM to do so could result in property damage serious injury or death perating or maintenance free batteries Computer Controlled Automatic Charging amp Monitoring Syster Important Safety Warnings amp Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important SAFETY WARNINGS and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for the Basement Watchdog Special battery backup sump pump system You will need to refer to it before attempting any installation or maintenance ALWAYS keep these instructions with the unit so that they will be easily accessible Failure to read and follow these warnings and instructions could result in property damage serious injury or death It is important to read this manual even if you did not install the Basement Watchdog backup sump pump system since this manual contains safety information regarding the use and maintenance of this product DO NOT DISC
10. or replace battery Connection Replace with 20 amp auto fuse cuse lt lt If fuse blows again replace pump Add distilled D QO Water tt lato free o battery If using a e batte atic y h fluid sensor to the positive post of the battery Pump was activated O cump A Check main pump for failure f Check the circuit breaker O Power D make sure charger is plugged i into wall amp controller G Charging If power is on replace the charger Computer Controlled Automatic Charging amp Monitoring System Page 11 Syste O O oe dparakia control panel for one 1 second to reset the Pump alarm and silence the Water and Power alarms for two 2 minutes Press the YELLOW button for five 5 seconds to silence these alarms for 24 hours A brief buzzing sound will notify you that the alarms have been silenced The alarms will automatically reactivate in 24 hours if the warning condition still exists Battery This light and alarm will come on when the control unit detects there is less than 1 2 hour of pumping power left in the battery or that the battery is defective The alarm cannot be silenced because action needs to be taken to protect your basement If your battery is more than five 5 years old replace it If not here are several situations that would cause the pump to run the battery for an extended time and discharge the battery Check the list below before you replace the batte
11. removed easily should the need arise The path of the rest of the pipe and the details of each installation will vary Using sound plumbing practices route the discharge pipe to an exterior wall via the shortest path with the fewest turns More turns will reduce the pumping capacity The pipe section exiting the building should be on a downward slope so that the water in the pipe will exit outside instead of returning to the sump pit Be sure to seal the hole in the wall where the pipe exits and prime and cement or clamp all connections securely to prevent leaking No check valve is needed with this method of installation as long as you use less than 20 feet of pipe CAUTION If you use more than a total of 20 feet of pipe in the installation including vertical and horizontal runs install a check valve in place of the union Make sure it is installed with the arrow pointing up or it will not prevent the backflow of water When a check valve is used a 1 8 hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe above the Basement Watchdog pump Drill the hole at a 45 angle toward the bottom of the sump to avoid splashing water outside the sump pit Make sure the hole is above the water line and below the check valve If a hole is not drilled above the pump an air lock may prevent the pump from operating RIGID 1 1 2 PVC PIPE UNION OR CHECK VALVE DRILL 1 8 HOLE IF CHECK VALVE USED PIPE ADAPTER BASEMENT WATCHDOG PUMP
12. see if it needs water If the battery dries out the system will not work If you are using a maintenance free battery or sealed AGM battery you will also need to attach the fluid sensor to the POSITIVE post of the battery or the or the alarm will sound continuously Diagram E 1 Fill to 1st level cover the plates 2 Then fill to 2nd level just below the bottom PLATES of the cap rings 2nd LEVEL Do not throw an old battery in the trash Take it to a service station or RECYCLE recycling center Control Unit Connections Risk of electrical shock or battery explosion which can cause serious injury or death Unplug the main AC pump to avoid electrical shock Wear eye protection Work in a well ventilated area Do not smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery Avoid dropping metal tools on the battery If battery acid contacts eyes flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Review the safety instructions on page 1 When you position the battery with the control unit on the top be sure the charger cord will reach the AC power outlet and the pump cable and the float switch will reach the bottom of the sump Position the unit in a well ventilated area Diagram F 1 Positioning the dual float switch The float switch will activate the pump when the water raises either float and it will remain running as long as the water is above the float When the water drops below th
13. the battery cables first connect the small ring on the end of the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE post of the battery and then connect the large ring on the end of the RED wire to the POSITIVE post of the battery A DANGER Do not use this system to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as gasoline fuel oil kerosene etc Introduction The Basement Watchdog Special backup sump pump system is battery operated It is designed as an emergency backup system to support your main AC sump pump and it will automatically begin pumping any time the float switch is activated by rising water Should any malfunction or emergency occur that involves the sump pump the battery or the AC power the Basement Watchdog system will sound an alarm A light on the display panel of the control unit will indicate the cause of the alarm and the corrective action For added reliability the float switch has not one but two floats Should one float fail to operate the second float automatically activates the pump The Basement Watchdog Special Sump Pump System includes e A control unit with a dual float switch a battery fluid level sensor battery cables and a 20 amp fuse e A pump with a 142 PVC pipe adapter e A plastic wire tie for mounting the float switch e A battery box e A battery charger e A battery cap with a hole to accommodate the fluid sensor You will also need to supply e A Basement Watchdog Big Standby Batte
14. water damage to the controller other acts of nature or failure to operate in accordance with the enclosed written instructions How to Obtain Warranty Service Within thirty 30 days of the product s defective performance the unit must be shipped freight prepaid or delivered to GLENTRONICS INC to provide the services described hereunder in either its original carton and inserts or a similar package affording an equal degree of protection Products not received by GLENTRONICS INC at the address indicated below within thirty 30 days of the product s defective performance will not be considered for warranty service Products received after two 2 years from the date of purchase fall outside of the timeframe for warranty service and will not be eligible for warranty service The product must be returned to GLENTRONICS INC for inspection in order to be considered for warranty service If the product is not returned to GLENTRONICS INC or the product is inspected by any person plumber contractor or business other than GLENTRONICS INC this warranty shall no longer be valid Prior to defective operation the unit must not have been previously altered repaired or serviced by anyone other than GLENTRONICS INC or its agent the serial number on the unit must not have been altered or removed the unit must not have been subject to accident misuse abuse or operated contrary to the instructions contained in the accompanying manual The dealer s d
15. 1 0466 option 3 You may need to replace the pump 4 Plug the main AC pump back into the wall outlet Water ee WL ae Risk of electrical shock or battery explosion which can cause serious injury or death Wear eye protection Work in a well ventilated area Do not smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery Avoid dropping metal tools on the battery If battery acid contacts eyes flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Review the safety instructions on page 1 REFER TO THE PHOTOS AT RIGHT If this warning light and alarm are on you need to add distilled water to the battery Battery fluid levels should be checked once every four months 1 Unplug the charger from the wall outlet 2 Remove the cover of the battery box by pushing in the tabs on the front and back then lifting up 3 Fan the area around the top of the battery with a piece of cardboard or another non metallic material to remove any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may have been emitted from the battery 4 Then unscrew the wing nuts and remove the battery cables and the fluid sensor from the battery 5 Remove the battery caps Add distilled water to each cell If distilled water is not available tap water with a low mineral content may be used Well water is not recommended NEVER ADD MORE ACID Fill the battery to level 2 as shown in Diagram E on page 8 The Basement Watchdog battery filler wi
16. 6 option 3 If the battery alarm goes on while the pump is running and the power is out you will have a minimum of one half 1 2 hour of continuous pumping time to replace the battery In most cases the pump does not run continuously and therefore you actually have a longer time to replace it You will not be able to silence the alarm Left unattended the basement will flood In a severe emergency if a replacement battery is not available you could temporarily use your car battery or recharge this battery by connecting it to your car battery Once the AC power is restored the battery will recharge automatically unless it is old or damaged The alarm will remain on until the YELLOW button on the front of the control panel is pressed for one 1 second In the event that your Basement Watchdog sump pump system has pumped for an extended period of time the battery may be very depleted In this condition when the AC power is returned to the unit a battery alarm will continue to sound The battery may need a longer period to recharge For a faster recharge an automotive or marine battery charger can be used to recharge the battery Follow the manufacturer s instructions and safety information included with the charger A WARNING When another charger is used first disconnect the Basement Watchdog charger from the control unit and then disconnect the control unit from the battery Using another charger without disco
17. AC PUMP BRICKS Diagram A Page 4 Pump amp Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION B CONNECTION TO AN EXISTING DISCHARGE PIPE Diagram B Depending on your installation requirements PVC pipe lengths will vary Cut the pipes and assemble them as shown in photo 7 Do not cement them together until you are sure they are cut to the correct lengths It is important to keep the discharge pipes on both pumps parallel to each other so that the pumps remain flat on the floor of the sump More detailed instructions follow A DANGER Unplug the main AC pump when installing the backup pump to avoid electric shock Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death 1 Cut a piece of 142 rigid PVC pipe long enough to reach from the bottom of the sump pit to one 1 foot above the floor Prime and cement it to the 142 pipe adapter then screw the adapter into the pump 2 Install a check valve on the top of the PVC pipe attached to the Basement Watchdog pump Make sure it is installed with the arrow pointing up or it will not prevent the backflow of water CAUTION Uo When a check valve is used a 1 8 hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe above the Basement Watchdog pump Make sure it is above the water line and below the check valve Drill the hole at a 45 angle toward the bottom of the sump to avoid splashing water outside the sump pit If a 1 8 hole is not drilled in the pipe ab
18. ARD THIS MANUAL ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS Risk of electrical and fire hazard May result in death serious injury shock or burns To help reduce these risks observe the following precautions e DO NOT walk on wet areas of the basement until all power has been turned off If the main power supply is in a wet basement call an electrician e NEVER handle the control unit with wet hands or while standing on a wet surface e ALWAYS unplug the control unit and disconnect the cables from the battery before attempting any maintenance or cleaning e ALWAYS unplug the main pump when installing or servicing the backup pump or float switch to avoid electric shock e DO NOT expose the control unit to rain or snow e DO NOT pull the cord when disconnecting the control unit Pull the plug Page 1 e DO NOT use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary If an extension cord must be used be sure the plug has the same configuration as the plug on the control unit e DO NOT use an attachment not recommended or sold by the manufacturer It may result in a risk of fire or injury from an electrical shock e DO NOT operate the control unit if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way e DO NOT disassemble the control unit e DO protect the electrical cord from sharp objects hot surfaces oil and chemicals Avoid kinking the cord e MAKE SURE the supply circuit has a fuse or circuit breaker rated to h
19. E INFORMATION You can receive technical support parts or service information by calling Glentronics Inc at 800 991 0466 option 3 or by visiting the Basement Watchdog website at www basementwatchdog com Send your unit to the following address if repairs are needed Glentronics Inc 645 Heathrow Drive Lincolnshire IL 60069 4205 Page 16 Page 17 Troubleshooting Guide SS Read safety warnings amp instructions before attempting any repairs or maintenance Potential Cause BATTERY FLUID LOW Solutions The battery TWId 1S OW i6454 6 305696604 6os44e40404 Add distilled water to each cell of the battery The fluid sensor is installed improperly 2000 The fluid sensor should be inserted into the designated hole on the top of the Basement Watchdog battery and pushed down Not using a Basement Watchdog battery This feature cannot be used Attach the fluid sensor to the positive post of the battery Potential Cause BATTERY PROBLEM Solutions Terminals are corroded 1 cece ce eee ete ees Clean terminals amp cables Cables are 005E evn cee beer ah aso SND eS Pa eee Tighten wing nuts Battery is discharged below 25 ccc eee eee c eee Replace battery if power is out There is only 1 hour of continuous pumping power left Battery will recharge when power is restored Battery is old or damaged cece ee eee eee eee Replace battery Potential Cause POWER FAILURE Solutions Power OULAUS 54 ic code bos oeo6
20. LE y Installation B PIPE ee Hookup to BASEMENT Existing WATCHDOG Discharge Pipe PUMP Page 5 1 1 2 PVC PIPE RIGID a 1 1 2 y PVC PIPE CONNECTOR 45 ELBOW CHECK VALVE PUMP WIRES 1 8 HOLE PIPE ADAPTER Installation D BASEMENT Bei Hookup to E HOSE CLAMPS an p PUMP Existing L BRACKET E Discharge Pipe BRICKS Page 7 Pump amp Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION A DIRECT DISCHARGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING Diagram A A DANGER Unplug the main AC pump when installing the backup pump to avoid electric shock Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death 1 Cut a piece of 11 2 rigid PVC pipe long enough to reach from the bottom of the sump pit to one 1 foot above the floor Prime and cement it to the 142 pipe adapter then screw the adapter into the pump Mo Secure the pump wire so that the plug on the end will not fall into the sump Attach the wire to the pipe with a piece of tape U Place the pump with the PVC pipe attachment on the bottom of the sump floor next to the main AC pump The pumps should not touch each other Do not mount the pump to any existing pipes it should be placed on the floor of the sump A brick should be placed under the pump if there are rocks or other debris on the sump floor that may clog the pump 4 Attach a union or a check valve to the top of the 142 pipe This will allow the pump to be
21. NS THE TOPS OF THE BATTERIES LOOK DIFFERENT AND THE DIRECTIONS FOR FILLING THE BATTERIES AND CONNECTING THE FLUID SENSOR WILL VARY SLIGHTLY IF THE TOP OF YOUR BATTERY LOOKS LIKE PHOTO A FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THIS PAGE IF THE TOP OF YOUR BATTERY LOOKS LIKE PHOTO B ON PAGE 9 FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 9 A DANGER POISON Contains sulfuric acid Wear eye and clothing protection If battery acid contacts skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If acid enters eyes flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Review the safety instructions on page 1 TO FILL THE BATTERY Remove the cover of the battery box by pushing in the tabs on the front and back of the box and lifting up MO Place the battery box on the floor Place the dry unfilled battery into the battery box Remove the foil seal on the top of the battery Uo Carefully push in the perforated tab at the top of the acid pack Lift up the large tab and pull out the dispensing hose Hold the hose upright above the pack and squeeze the hose forcing all the acid back into the pack a Position the acid pack and battery as shown at the right Pinch the end of the hose together and cut off the tip Insert the end of the hose into each cell Control the flow by pinching the hose with thumb and forefinger Fill each cell of the battery to a level just covering the battery plates and then go back and top off
22. O BATTERY B a A A If your battery looks like the battery above follow these instructions 1 Remove the cover of the battery box by pushing in the tabs on the front and back of the box and lifting up Po Place the battery box on the floor Place the dry unfilled battery into the battery box Remove the two battery caps by carefully prying them up with a screwdriver as shown on the right Place the screwdriver in the middle of the cap on the top of the battery DO NOT lift the cap by prying it up from the groove on the back of the battery It may damage the vent U Carefully push in the perforated tab at the top of the acid pack Lift up the large tab and pull out the dispensing hose Hold the hose upright above the pack and squeeze the hose forcing all the acid back into the pack 4 Position the acid pack and battery as shown at the right Pinch the end of the hose together A GAMGEE Poon r arr T A R ig o A ae i E an aE tae panay e Se gee ue 7 5 Hen Ir niky Batten iin 5 ii and cut off the tip Insert the end of the hose into each cell Control the flow by pinching the hose with thumb and forefinger Fill each cell of the battery to a level just covering the battery plates and then go back and top off each cell equally It is important to have all the cells filled equally or the battery will not operate properly The acid should reach a level about 1 4 below the cap
23. alarm REPLACING THE PUMP DANGER Unplug the main AC pump when installing or servicing the backup pump to avoid electric shock Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death Review the safety instructions on page 1 REFER TO PHOTOS AT RIGHT 1 Unplug the charger from the wall outlet 2 Remove the cover of the battery box by pushing in the tabs on the front and back then lifting up 3 Fan the area around the top of the battery with a piece of cardboard or another non metallic material to remove any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may have been emitted from the battery 4 Remove the fluid sensor and the battery cables from the battery CHARGER A CHARGER eal b cape ni Ae E E O1 Unplug the pump from the back of the control unit Release the union or check valve and remove the pump and the rigid PVC pipe section from the sump pit e Nl Unscrew the pipe and adapter from the old pump and screw them into the new pump oo Lower the pump into the sump and reconnect the union or check valve W Plug the pump wires into the back of the control unit 10 Replace the fluid sensor in the battery Connect the battery cables to the battery the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE post and then the RED wire to the POSITIVE post Tighten the wing nuts 11 Replace the cover on the battery box 12 Plug the charger and the main AC pump back into the wall outlet You
24. andle the power requirements of this system When service is required contact Glentronics technical support at 800 991 0466 option 3 or send an e mail to service glentronics com Return the control unit to the manufacturer for any repairs at the following address Glentronics Inc 645 Heathrow Drive Lincolnshire IL 60069 4205 BATTERY PREPARATION Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe burns Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing In the event of an accident flush with water and call a physician immediately KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN To help reduce these risks observe the following precautions e Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead acid battery e Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes e Wear eye and clothing protection and avoid touching your eyes while working with battery acid or working near the battery e If battery acid contacts skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If acid enters eye immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention e Battery posts and terminals contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling BATTERY PRECAUTIONS Explosive gases could cause serious injury or death Cigarettes flames o
25. ated bill of sale or installer s invoice must be retained as evidence of the date of purchase and to establish warranty eligibility Where are Products Sent for Warranty Service Glentronics Inc 645 Heathrow Drive Lincolnshire IL 60069 How Can I Obtain More Information By calling 800 991 0466 Page 18 CHECK OUT THESE OTHER BASEMENT WATCHDOG PRODUCTS AC PUMPS Industrial Grade Pumps for the Residential Market The Basement Watchdog line of AC sump pumps are strong dependable and so energy efficient they could pay for themselves in a few years The sump pumps are equipped with dual float switches for added reliability When your main AC pump needs replacement consider upgrading to one of the pumps in the Basement Watchdog line FLOAT SWITCHES What s the most common reason your main AC pump fails It s probably the result of a float switch that is stuck or broken Replace it with a Basement Watchdog dual float and controller for reliable operation The dual float has not one but two floats mounted within a protective cage Should one float fail to operate the second float automatically activates the pump The protective cage prevents debris or other wires from interfering with the movement of the float It can be used to replace the float on most AC pumps 2008 Glentronics Inc CHECK VALVES What s a Klunkless Check Valve If you ve spent any time in your basement you ve probably noticed
26. e 45 elbow to the Y connector on the other pipe Prime and cement all pipe connections securely to prevent leaking and tighten all the hose clamps RIGID 1 172 PVC PIPE Y CONNECTOR 45 ELBOW 1 8 HOLE PIPE ADAPTER BASEMENT WATCHDOG PUMP Diagram B Pump amp Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION C DIRECT DISCHARGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING FOR NARROW SUMP PITS Diagram C A DANGER Unplug the main AC pump when installing the backup pump to avoid electric shock Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death 1 Attach an L bracket to the discharge pipe of the main AC pump with two 2 stainless steel hose clamps Position the bracket so the bottom of the L is just above the top of the main pump and out of the way of any float switch on the main pump 2 a Remove the black bottom strainer of the pump by pressing in the two tabs on the strainer and pushing down There are holes suitable for mounting on the bottom of the strainer b Using the 8 32 x 34 stainless screw washer and nut attach the strainer to the L bracket c Once the strainer is attached simply press the rest of the pump onto the mounted strainer 3 Secure the pump wire so that the plug on the end will not fall into the sump Attach the wire to the pipe with a piece of tape 4 Cut a piece of 11 2 rigid PVC pipe long enough to reach from the elbow of the back
27. e float switch an internal timer in the control unit will keep the pump running an additional 25 seconds to empty the sump pit The switch should be mounted about six 6 inches above the water level line in the sump pit Attach the float switch very securely to the discharge pipe with the plastic wire tie Be sure the switch is positioned vertically with the mounting bracket at the top Do not tilt the switch Do not position the float switch on the side of the discharge pipe facing the drain tile or any incoming rush of water Po Connecting the pump Remove the security tag from the pump and plug the pump wires into the pump connector on the back of the control unit Keep the backup pump wire the AC pump wire and the float wire separate from each other Do not let them cross on the final installation U Installing the battery fluid sensor BASEMENT WATCHDOG BATTERIES COME IN TWO a Wain LO pviciheaen Hite F i it LECE Wand r amp E HoOosiod CE kl kA kn POSITIVE NEGATIVE Ea Post POST CONFIGURATIONS THE HOLE FOR THE FLUID SENSOR IS MARKED BY AN ARROW ON THE TOP OF EACH BATTERY Remove the cover of the battery box by pushing in the tabs on the front and back then lifting up Fan the area around the top of the battery with a piece of cardboard or another non metallic material to remove any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may have been emitted from the battery a If the top of the battery has six smal
28. each cell equally It is important to have all the cells filled equally or the battery will not operate properly The acid should reach a level about 1 4 below the cap ring as shown in the diagram at right DO NOT OVERFILL THE BATTERY Diagram E A newly filled battery will sometimes require additional acid after about 20 minutes Re examine the fill level and add additional acid if necessary The battery acid may bubble at this time and give off a sulfur like smell but this is normal After the battery has been filled screw the six 6 caps securely on the top of the battery The battery will be charged 70 80 30 minutes after adding acid The system will then finish charging the battery During this time the alarm may sound When you fill the battery for the FIRST time it will be the ONLY time you add acid to the battery In the future when the fluid level is low add distilled water to the cells NEVER add more acid WwW BATTERY A im BATTERY TERMINALS BATTERY CAP RINGS iil b Ls CROSS SECTION OF BATTERY Diagram E 1 Fill to 1st level cover the plates 2 Then fill to 2nd level just below the bottom of the cap rings 2nd LEVEL 1st LEVEL PLATES CELL WALL Do not throw an old battery in the trash Take it to a service station or RECYCLE recycling center Page 8 ane ae Ge od ee a Poh ee a Te el eed Sead be Ee rma Ez dn anag a CEREN Sira Sa HOROJ TOM
29. f automatically To silence an alarm press the YELLOW button for one 1 second Some alarms cannot be silenced since action needs to be taken to prevent a flood To silence all the alarms for 24 hours press the YELLOW button for 5 seconds until you hear a buzz The alarms will automatically re activate in 24 hours Press and hold for 5 seconds to silence any alarm for 24 hours Press and hold for 1 second to test or reset alarm What to do Terminals corroded or battery defective Clean terminals or replace battery Replace with 20 amp auto fuse TESTING THE FLOAT SWITCH It is important to manually test the float switch periodically or after any maintenance A DANGER Unplug the main AC pump when installing or servicing the backup pump to avoid electric shock Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death Review the safety instructions on page 1 LIFT FLOAT tC Lift the float up and let go This will activate the pump While the pump is active water will come out of the 1 8 hole that was drilled into the PVC discharge pipe This is normal The hole is needed to prevent an air lock within the system DO NOT obstruct the hole or an air lock may prevent the system from operating The control unit will run the pump for approximately 25 seconds so it can empty all the water in the sump pit If there is no water in the pit the pump can run dry for this amount of time The alarm will sound and the
30. g from the battery cables Attach the battery cables to the battery the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE post and the RED wire to the POSITIVE post Replace the AC OUTLET NS SURGE PROTECTOR CONTROL CHARGER BATTERY CABLE BATTERY BATTERY BOX FLOAT WIRE FLOAT SWITCH PIPE ADAPTER BASEMENT WATCHDOG PUMP Diagram F O1 wing nuts and tighten them Note Connecting the cables to the wrong posts will damage the controller Connecting two batteries If you are connecting two batteries to the system before you replace the wing nuts connect the additional cable to the two batteries the BLACK wires to the POSITIVE posts and the WHITE wires to the NEGATIVE posts of each battery NEVER attach one end of the positive wire to the positive post and the other end of the positive wire to the negative post on the other battery Connecting the charger Immediately plug the charger into the charger hole on the back of the control unit then into an AC outlet on the wall You should provide additional protection for the control unit by using a surge protector MAIN AC PUMP BRICKS Page 10 Press and hold for 5 seconds to silence any alarm for 24 hours Press and hold for 1 second to test or reset alarm What to do minals corroded or battery defective an terminals or replace battery 7 If the pump alarm is sounding press the YELLOW button on the fr
31. hese apse aan Ges ce us esd ees eed ee 1011002 Float switch assembly 1020009 Fluid sensor assembly 1014001 Pipe CUdUEl 44 4 sacayactenae ewe 1120002 Be 33454525554 nee E 1015001 Battery box eee eee ee eee 1113003 Battery cap with hole 1125000 Call 800 991 0466 option 3 to order parts System Specifications Power supply requirements 115 volts AC Pumping capacity 2500 GPH 0 Pumping capacity 1730 GPH 10 Pump dimensions w elbow TR Hx 9 W Pump housing amp strainer non corrosive will not rust Pump can run dry for short periods of time can be used in sumps with water softener Float switch independent can be set at any level Page 2 Pump amp Pipe Installation Instructions There are two basic methods that can be used to install the pump a direct discharge to the outside of the building or a connection to an existing discharge pipe The same two options apply in very narrow sump pits where the backup pump must be mounted above the main pump Whenever possible install your Basement Watchdog backup pump with a direct discharge to the outdoors By using this method there will always be an outlet for the water from the sump During times of very heavy rain many storm sewers fill up If your pump is trying to discharge water into a full sewer there is nowhere for the water to go By discharging directly outdoor
32. his alarm indicates that the 20 amp safety fuse on the back of the control unit has blown This can be the result of a clogged pump motor or Page 13 pump wires that have been shorted out To determine the problem REFER TO THE PHOTOS BELOW Check the pump plug in the back of the unit to make sure it is firmly connected Check the pump wires to make sure they are connected securely to the pump plug Check the rest of the pump wires for any possible breaks Po If the pump wires are intact the pump may be clogged a Disconnect the control unit from the wall outlet and disconnect the battery cables b Release the union or check valve and remove the pump and rigid PVC pipe section from the sump pit c Clear any debris from the strainer and then reconnect the pump to the discharge pipe d Connect the control unit and the battery cables to the battery the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE post and then the RED wire to the POSITIVE CHARGER NU FARA mr CHARGER post Tighten the wing nuts on the battery posts e Plug the control unit back into the wall outlet 3 a Check the DC fuse by pulling it out of the fuse holder b If the wires are burned and broken replace the fuse with a 20 amp DC safety fuse If the fuse blows again unplug the computer control unit from the wall and disconnect the battery cables from the battery Then call Glentronics technical Support for instructions at 800 99
33. ion terminals You will need to extend wires from the security system to the Basement Watchdog control unit Strip the two wires 1 4 each Connect either wire to the common terminal To secure the wire into the terminal insert the exposed wire into the hole on the back of the terminal next to the screw marked common Turn the screw a few turns to lock in the wire If the security system requires a closing of a contact to activate the alarm secure the other wire in the terminal hole labeled N 0 normally open If the security system requires an Opening of a contact secure the wire in the terminal hole labeled N C normally closed MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST Maintenance should be performed 1 2 times per year 1 Lift the float switch as described at left 2 Remove all debris from the bottom of the pit and pump strainer Remove all debris from the water Uo Remove all debris from the float switch v A Fill the pit with water Make sure the pump turns on at the intended level gt While the pump is running make sure the pump is evacuating water at a good pace and water is coming out of the 1 8 air bleed hole N4 Remove the fluid sensor and yellow cap from the battery and rinse any residue buildup from the bottom of the battery cap Replace the cap and fluid sensor oo Check and clean battery terminals WO Check battery fluid levels once every four months PARTS amp SERVIC
34. it is securely plugged into the control unit CHARGER The control unit must receive 115 volts AC 5 from the AC outlet Any voltage lower than 110 volts will activate the power failure alarm Lower voltages can be caused by utility company brown outs or a heavy power draw from other appliances on the same circuit Reduce the number of appliances on the circuit If all the connections are secure and the wall outlet is operating but the Power warning light is still on replace the charger unit with the Basement Watchdog part number 1015001 from Glentronics at 800 991 0466 option 3 Charging The Basement Watchdog Special is equipped with a computer controlled automatic charging system The computer is constantly monitoring the battery and will supply a pre programmed amount of energy to keep your battery at full charge The Charging light will be on while the battery is charging and off when it is not charging The normal charge cycle is in one hour increments which increases the life of the battery and reduces the amount of water loss If the battery is discharged from extended use the charger light will remain on until the battery is completely recharged System Operating This light will always be on when there is power coming from either the battery or the outlet TEST RESET SILENCE BUTTON To test the pump press the YELLOW button for 1 second The pump will run for 25 seconds and then shut of
35. l battery caps replace the battery cap that is 2nd from the POSITIVE post with the battery cap that is provided in the Basement Watchdog package An arrow on the top of the battery marks this position There are two holes in this battery cap Insert the fluid sensor in the hole that is off center on the top of the cap Do not glue the sensor into the cap b If the top of the battery has two large caps place the fluid sensor in the hole molded on the top of the battery It is located in the second cell from the positive post and the location is marked by an arrow on the top label Hold the sensor straight up and press it firmly into the hole Do not bend the sensor CAUTION If you are not using the Basement Watchdog Standby battery you cannot use the battery fluid sensor However you must attach the sensor to the POSITIVE post of the battery or the alarm will sound continuously The Basement Watchdog sump pump system will not warn you if the fluid level is low in this configuration You will need to check your battery every couple of months to see if it needs water If the battery dries out the system will not work If you are using a maintenance free battery or sealed AGM battery you will also need to attach the fluid sensor to the POSITIVE post of the battery or the or the alarm will sound continuously 4 Connecting the battery Remove the wing nuts from the battery terminals Remove the security ta
36. ll automatically fill the level to the correct height See enclosed order form i Replace the battery caps Replace the fluid sensor in the hole on the top of the battery or in the yellow cap depending on which battery you own Be sure the fluid sensor is positioned in the 2nd cell from the positive post The hole is marked with an arrow Replace the battery cables the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE post and the RED wire to the POSITIVE post Replace the wing nuts and tighten Nl Replace the cover on the battery box oo Plug the charger back into the outlet You should provide additional protection for the control unit by using a surge protector WO If any of the alarms are sounding press the YELLOW button on the front of the control panel for one 1 second Pump When the water rises in the sump pit and activates the float switch the pump will begin pumping and the Pump was activated light and alarm will turn on Try to determine what caused the system to activate e Check the main AC pump for failure It may not be working the float switch may be stuck or it may be too small to handle the inflow of water e Make sure the check valve is working and installed correctly e Make sure the discharge pipe is not clogged or frozen e If the power was out the backup pump was automatically activated You need to push the YELLOW button on the front of the control panel to silence the
37. m of the sump to avoid splashing water outside the sump pit Make sure the hole is above the water line and below the check valve If a hole is not drilled above the pump an air lock may prevent the pump from operating CLAMPS MAIN AC PUMP BRICKS Diagram C Page 6 Pump amp Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION D CONNECTION TO EXISTING DISCHARGE PIPE FOR NARROW SUMP PITS Diagram D Depending on your installation requirements PVC pipe lengths will vary Cut the pipes and assemble them as shown in photo 8 Do not cement them together until you are sure they are cut to the correct lengths It is important to keep the discharge pipes on both pumps parallel to each other so that the pumps remain flat on the floor of the sump More detailed instructions follow A DANGER Unplug the main AC pump when installing the backup pump to avoid electric shock Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death 1 Attach an L bracket to the discharge pipe of the main AC pump with two 2 stainless steel ah BRACKET hose clamps Position the bracket so the bottom of the L is just above the top of the main pump and out of the way of any float switch on the main pump ae a Remove the black bottom strainer of the pump by pressing in the two tabs on the strainer and pushing down There are holes suitable for mounting on the bottom of the Strainer b Using the 8 32 x 34 stainless scre
38. n this product In so far as such warranties cannot be disclaimed GLENTRONICS INC limits the duration and remedies of such warranties to the duration of this express warranty and AT GLENTRONICS INC s option the repair or replacement services described below Some states countries and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty or condition may last so the limitation described above may not apply to you Any and all causes of action arising from filed as a result of or in reference to this warranty or the products described under this warranty shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Illinois Any cause of action arising from filed as a result of or in reference to this warranty or the products described under this warranty shall be filed only in the Circuit Court of the 18th Judicial District Lake County Waukegan Illinois or in the Northern District of Illinois if filed in Federal Court The maximum liability for any product described in this warranty shall be the cost of product replacement only If any term is held to be illegal or unenforceable the legality or enforceability of the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired What is Covered by this Warranty GLENTRONICS INC warrants to the end purchaser that its pumps switch and control unit products are free from defective materials and workmanship for the periods indicated below All parts and labor excluding installation fo
39. nnecting the control unit will destroy the control unit and void the warranty POSITIVE Ea POST e s EE eee EtA N pathy s NEGATIVE POST TO CLEAN THE BATTERY TERMINALS AND CABLES A DANGER Risk of electrical shock or battery explosion which can cause serious injury or death Wear eye protection Work in a well ventilated area Do not smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery Avoid dropping metal tools on the battery If battery acid contacts eyes flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Review the safety instructions on page 1 REFER TO THE PHOTOS AT LEFT Unplug the charger from the wall outlet PO ee Remove the cover of the battery box by pushing in the tabs on the front and back then lifting up Uo Fan the area around the top of the battery with a piece of cardboard or another non metallic material to remove any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may have been emitted from the battery Remove the fluid sensor from the battery Unscrew the wing nuts Remove the battery cables N O1 Clean the battery posts with a battery terminal cleaner or a wire brush e gt Clean any corrosion off of the ring connectors on the ends of the battery wires Us a stiff brush or sandpaper DO NOT apply corrosion resisting sprays or pads to the terminal rings or posts after you have cleaned them since this could prevent the system from charging
40. only run the pump for a short time and will have a Shorter life than a standby battery The battery fluid sensor is designed to fit the Basement Watchdog Standby batteries Measuring the battery fluid is one of the most important features of the system since about 80 of backup sump pump failures are the result of a battery that has dried out The internal construction of some wet cell batteries may not be compatible with this system The use of a Basement Watchdog 7 5 Hour battery is HIGHLY recommended A DANGER DO NOT insert the fluid sensor into any battery except a Basement Watchdog battery DO NOT drill a hole in another brand of battery to accommodate the fluid sensor DO NOT use the enclosed battery cap on any battery except a Basement Watchdog battery DO NOT drill a hole in the cap of another brand of battery to accommodate the fluid sensor Batteries emit explosive gases which can cause serious injury or death PREPARING THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG STANDBY BATTERY The Basement Watchdog Standby batteries are shipped dry without acid so they never lose power before you take them home A battery is activated when the acid is added and then it slowly begins to deteriorate as it ages By adding the acid just before use the battery will always be fresh Use 1 265 specific gravity battery acid to fill the battery It is available where you purchased the battery NOTE BASEMENT WATCHDOG BATTERIES NOW COME IN TWO CONFIGURATIO
41. ont of the control panel to reset the alarm 8 Secure the cover on the battery box by slipping the tabs through the fittings on the front and back of the box 9 BE SURE TO PLUG IN THE MAIN AC PUMP Understanding the Warnings amp Alarms The Basement Watchdog control unit features a series of warning lights that pinpoint potential problems In addition an alarm sounds to alert you to the problem In some cases the lights and alarm will go off automatically when the problem has been solved In others the YELLOW TET pessan os for i setom to test or reset alarm Warning What to do Alarm can be Alarm shuts off silenced automatically before when the problem is problem is Warning corrected corrected Battery No must push e t e Putton Fuse a e S Pump No a push e eee Yes but light will flash until YELLOW button is pushed button must be pushed to reset the alarm Refer to the table below for a quick review of the features and their corresponding alarm status SILENCING THE ALARM DURING AN EMERGENCY The Basement Watchdog Special allows you to silence some of the alarms during an emergency however the warning lights will remain on until the problem is corrected e Press the YELLOW button on the front of the Batte Backup Sump Pump System Press and hold for 5 seconds to silence any alarm for 24 hours _ g Terminals corroded or battery defective Remote Battery il Clean terminals
42. ove the pump an air lock may prevent the pump from operating N If there is no check valve on the discharge pipe of the main AC pump one must be installed at this time Cut the discharge pipe approximately one 1 foot above the floor Install a check valve on the top of the pipe and tighten the bottom hose clamp Now prime and cement a small piece of 14 PVC pipe to the bottom of a Y connector Prime and cement the top of the Y assembly to the discharge pipe with the Y extension facing down toward the backup pump Now connect the bottom of the assembly to the check valve and tighten the hose clamp CAUTION Failure to install a check valve between the Y connector and the primary AC pump will cause the backup system to not operate properly 5 Secure the pump wire so that the plug on the end will not fall into the sump Attach the wire to the pipe with a piece of tape 6 Place the pump with the PVC pipe attachment on the bottom of the sump floor next to the main AC pump The pumps should not touch each other Do not mount the pump to any existing pipes it should be placed on the floor of the sump A brick may be placed under the pump if there are rocks or other debris on the sump floor that may clog the pump is oo Connect a piece of 142 PVC pipe above the check valve of the Basement Watchdog pump and attach a 45 elbow to that pipe Extend another piece of pipe to reach from th
43. ox Fill the battery following the instructions on page 8 or 9 gt Clean any corrosion off of the ring connectors on the ends of the battery wires Use a stiff brush or sandpaper DO NOT apply corrosion resisting sprays or pads to the terminal rings or posts after you have cleaned them since this could prevent the battery from charging properly Replace the battery cables BLACK to the NEGATIVE post and RED to the POSITIVE post Tighten the wing nuts N4 POSITIVE Eg PosT i NEGATIVE POST i Page 12 THR Le 3 ee GNI ukmi Or Ha saaa We WS NOsIod HaDNVaS 8 a If your battery has six 6 caps on the top rinse and dry the cap with the extra hole from the old battery to remove any residue Replace the battery cap in the cell that is 2nd from the POSITIVE post with the cap from the old battery Insert the fluid sensor in the cap b If your battery has two caps each covering three 3 battery cells simply insert the fluid sensor in the top of the battery next to the arrow WO Plug the charger back into the wall outlet You should provide additional protection for the control unit by using a surge protector 10 If any of the alarms are sounding press the YELLOW button on the front of the control panel for one 1 second Fuse Unplug the main AC pump before servicing the backup pump to avoid electric shock Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death T
44. r a period of e 2 years from the date of purchase when used intermittently as a sump pump The defective product must be returned directly to the factory postage prepaid with the original bill of sale or receipt to the address listed below GLENTRONICS INC at its option will either repair or replace the product and return it postage prepaid What is NOT Covered by this Warranty This warranty does not cover the cost or value of damaged property including expressly any property that has been affected by water overflow seepage or flooding If GLENTRONICS INC determines that a product is deemed defective under this warranty agreement it will repair or replace the PRODUCT ONLY GLENTRONICS INC will not cover the cost to reinstall the product nor will GLENTRONICS INC pay the cost of having a plumber or contractor repair or replace the product GLENTRONICS INC will not repair or replace a product that was installed incorrectly A product shall be considered installed incorrectly when it deviates in any way from the instructions described in this manual This warranty does not cover product problems resulting from handling liquids hotter than 104 degrees Fahrenheit handling inflammable liquids solvents strong chemicals or severe abrasive solutions user abuse misuse neglect improper maintenance commercial or industrial use improper connection or installation damages caused by lightning strikes excessive surges in AC line voltage
45. r sparks could cause battery to explode in enclosed spaces Charge in a well ventilated area Always shield eyes and face from battery Keep vent caps tight and level To help reduce these risks observe the following precautions e NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery e Use the Basement Watchdog control unit for charging a LEAD ACID battery only DO NOT use the control unit for charging dry cell batteries that are most commonly used with home appliances Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated When cleaning or adding water to the battery first fan the top of the battery with a piece of cardboard or another non metallic material to blow away any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may have been emitted from the battery DO NOT drop a metal tool onto the battery It might spark or short circuit the battery and cause an explosion Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets watches etc when working with a lead acid battery A short circuit through one of these items can melt it causing a severe burn POSITIVE POST HAS LARGER DIAMETER NEGATIVE POST HAS SMALLER DIAMETER e ALWAYS remove the charger from the electrical outlet before connecting or disconnecting the battery cables Check the polarity of the battery posts The POSITIVE battery post usually has a larger diameter than the NEGATIVE post POSITIVE NEGATIVE POST POST d e When connecting
46. ry If the bottom light on the controller is also on it means that the unit is not receiving AC power Either the AC power is out the circuit breaker has blown or the outlet is bad When the problem is corrected the battery should recharge If the fourth light on the controller is also on check your main pump for failure The backup pump may have been activated repeatedly if your main AC pump is broken or you are experiencing heavy rains and your main pump cannot keep up with the inflow of water You may need to upgrade or replace your main pump When the problem is corrected the battery should recharge If no other lights are on this means the terminals may be corroded and the battery cannot charge properly Unplug the charger from the wall outlet Then check the battery cables and the battery terminals for corrosion Clean and tighten them as needed The procedure is described in the next column and on page 12 If the battery terminals have been cleaned and the light is still on there could be a problem with the controller or the battery The best way to determine if the battery is the problem is to have it charged and load tested at any local car service station If the battery is bad and less than one 1 year old it can be returned to the place of purchase for a replacement receipt required If the battery is good contact Glentronics service department for further instructions The phone number is 800 991 046
47. ry 30HDC140S or BW 30F DO NOT use an automotive battery with this system DO NOT use a Basement Watchdog Emergency Standby Battery 24EP6 or BW 24F with this system It will not run the pump as long as the Big Standby Battery e 11 rigid PVC pipe and fittings E AAA Control Unit Battery Box mrk ACH sig izi Aem ar abe a Battery aeaa Sump Com Float ap Switch Ca a Pipe R p Wire Tie Charger Adapter e PVC primer and cement e A union with hose clamps or a Y connector and two 2 check valves depending on the installation method you use e A surge protector recommended e Six 6 quarts of 1 265 specific gravity battery acid To connect two batteries you will need e Two 2 batteries of similar age and capacity so they will have equal power For narrow sump pits you will need some additional parts e An L bracket at least six 6 inches long preferably one that will not rust e Two 2 stainless steel hose clamps e One 1 stainless steel screw 8 32 x 3 4 a matching washer amp nut L Fluid Sensor e Another battery box optional e Two 2 acid packs to fill the dry batteries e A set of battery cables with rings on both ends to connect the two batteries together available from Glentronics Inc Use of a Basement Watchdog Klunkless Check Valve will provide quieter operation See page 18 for more information Replacement Part Numbers Br CUT
48. s there is always an outlet for the water that is pumped out of the sump For this method you will need to drill a hole through a floor joist or the foundation from the basement to the outside of the house If the direct discharge method is not possible or convenient the Basement Watchdog pump can be connected to the same line as your main AC sump pump by installing a Y connector and two 2 check valves In most cases the backup pump will fit next to the main AC pump in the sump pit In very narrow pits the backup pump can be mounted above the main AC pump Try to fit the backup pump on the floor of the sump first Make sure there is enough room so that the backup pump and the main pump do not touch each other Select the installation method that will best suit your needs from the diagrams at the right Full instructions for each installation method are provided on the following pages Installation will take a couple hours Page 3 NORMAL SUMP PIT INSTALLATIONS RIGID 1 1 2 PVC PIPE DRILL 1 8 HOLE IF CHECK VALVE USED Installation A a Direct Discharge to Outside Page 4 BASEMENT NARROW SUMP PIT INSTALLATIONS RIGID 1 1 2 PVC PIPE UNION OR CHECK VALVE D PUMP WIRE DRILL 1 8 HOLE IF CHECK VALVE USED Installation C PIPE ADAPTER 7 J BASEMENT Direct Discharge N to Outside PUMP Page 6 L BRACKET CLAMPS MAIN AC PUMP BRICKS 1 1 2 PVC PIPE Y CONNECTOR 1 8 HO
49. should provide additional protection for the control unit by using a surge protector 13 If any alarms are sounding press the YELLOW button for one 1 second to silence them Page 14 Power There are several causes for power failure The most common is a power outage by your electric company During this emergency the Basement Watchdog system will automatically switch to battery power and protect your basement from flooding For your convenience the Power alarm has a built in memory that will notify you when a power outage has occurred and the power has since been restored The alarm will turn off when the power is restored but the Power failure light will flash like your clocks The flashing light will continue until the YELLOW button on the front of the control panel is pressed for 1 second You can silence the Power alarm for 24 hours by pressing the YELLOW button for 5 seconds The alarm will be silence but the light will stay on The system will continue to operate while the power alarm is silenced After 24 hours the alarm will reset automatically 1 If the power is on in the rest of the house check the home circuit breaker or fuse box for failure and correct the problem Po Check the charger Make sure it is securely plugged into the wall outlet Make sure the power outlet is working U Check the charger plug that fits into the rear panel of the control unit Make sure
50. up pump to 1 foot above the floor Prime and cement it to the 142 pipe adapter then screw the adapter into the pump O1 Attach a union or check valve to the top of the 1 PVC pipe This will allow the pump to be removed easily should the need arise The path of the rest of the pipe and the details of each installation will vary Using sound plumbing practices route the discharge pipe to an exterior wall via the shortest path with the fewest turns More turns will reduce the pumping capacity The pipe section exiting the building should be on a downward slope so that the water in the pipe will exit outside instead of returning to the sump pit Be sure to seal the hole in the wall where the pipe exits and prime and cement or clamp all connections securely to prevent leaking No check valve is needed with this method of installation as long as you use less than 20 feet of pipe CAUTION If you use more than a total of 20 feet of pipe in the installation including vertical and horizontal runs install a check valve in place of the union Make sure it is installed with the RIGID a Oe PVC PIP UNION OR CHECK VALVE PUMP WIRE DRILL 1 8 HOLE IF CHECK VALVE USED PIPE ADAPTER BASEMENT arrow pointing up or it will not prevent the backflow of water When a check valve is used a 1 8 hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe above the Basement Watchdog pump Drill the hole at a 45 angle toward the botto
51. w washer and nut attach the strainer to the L bracket c Once the strainer is attached simply press the rest of the pump onto the mounted strainer Uo Secure the pump wire so that the plug on the end will not fall into the sump Attach the wire to the pipe with a piece of tape 4 Cut a piece of 11 2 rigid PVC pipe long enough to reach from the elbow on the backup pump to one 1 foot above the floor Prime and cement it to the 142 pipe adapter then screw the adapter into the pump 5 Install a check valve on the top of the PVC pipe attached to the Basement Watchdog pump Make sure it is installed with the arrow pointing up or it will not prevent the backflow of water CAUTION 6 When a check valve is used a 1 8 hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe above the Basement Watchdog pump Make sure it is above the water line and below the check valve Drill the hole at a 45 angle toward the bottom of the sump to avoid splashing water outside the sump pit If a 1 8 hole is not drilled above the pump an air lock may prevent the pump from operating Nl If there is no check valve on the discharge pipe of the main AC pump one must be installed at this time Cut the discharge pipe approximately one 1 foot above the floor Install a check valve on the pipe and tighten the bottom hose clamp Now prime and cement a small piece of 11 2 PVC pipe to the bottom of a Y connector Prime and cement
52. your sump pump turning on and off with a loud clunk That s the result of the water pressure slamming the valve closed in the check valve The Klunkless Check Valve has a built in air chamber to counteract that pressure and muffle the sound It works just like a conventional check valve only quieter WATER ALARMS Minimize the risk of water damage You can detect leaks before they become bigger problems by placing a water alarm wherever there is a risk of water damage in the utility room laundry room kitchen bathroom or basement The alarm will sound when as little as 1 32 of water reaches the sensor 1806085 03 15

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