Page 2 - DANGER; POSITIVE; WARNING
Important Safety Warnings & Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important SAFETY WARNINGS andOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for the BasementWatchdog Special battery backup sump pumpsystem. You will need to refer to it beforeattempting any installation or maintenance. ALWAYS keep t...
Page 3 - Introduction; You will also need to supply:; DO NOT; Replacement Part Numbers; Battery
Introduction The Basement Watchdog Special backup sumppump system is battery-operated. It is designed asan emergency backup system to support your mainAC sump pump, and it will automatically beginpumping any time the float switch is activated byrising water. Should any malfunction or emergencyoccur ...
Page 4 - Installation will take a couple hours.
Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions There are two basic methods that can be used toinstall the pump, a direct discharge to theoutside of the building, or a connection to anexisting discharge pipe. The same two optionsapply in very narrow sump pits where the backuppump must be mounted above the...
Page 5 - Diagram A
Page 4 Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION A:DIRECT DISCHARGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THEBUILDING (Diagram A) Unplug the main AC pump when installingthe backup pump to avoid electric shock.Failure to do so could cause serious injuryor death. 1. Cut a piece of 1½” rigid PVC pipe long eno...
Page 6 - Diagram B; CAUTION
Page 5 Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION B:CONNECTION TO AN EXISTING DISCHARGE PIPE(Diagram B) Depending on your installation requirements, PVCpipe lengths will vary. Cut the pipes and assemblethem as shown in photo #7. Do not cement them together until you are sure they are cut...
Page 7 - Diagram C
Page 6 Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION C:DIRECT DISCHARGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THEBUILDING FOR NARROW SUMP PITS (Diagram C) Unplug the main AC pump when installingthe backup pump to avoid electric shock.Failure to do so could cause serious injury ordeath. 1. Attach an “L” bracket...
Page 8 - Do not cement them; Diagram D
Page 7 Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions INSTALLATION D:CONNECTION TO EXISTING DISCHARGE PIPEFOR NARROW SUMP PITS(Diagram D) Depending on your installation requirements, PVCpipe lengths will vary. Cut the pipes and assemblethem as shown in photo #8. Do not cement them together until you are ...
Page 9 - Battery Instructions; • The use of automotive batteries is NOT; PREPARING THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG; Fill each cell; Diagram E
Page 8 Battery Instructions The Basement Watchdog Big Standby battery hasbeen designed to run this system for 60 hours,based on a 10% duty cycle. However, most of thetime the pump will turn on and off, and thisbattery will run the pump intermittently for days.In addition, the unique materials in the...
Page 10 - Fill each; Battery Maintenance
Page 9 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 ofthe box and lifting up. 2. Place the battery box on the floor. Place the dry (unfilled) battery into the battery box.Remove the two bat...
Page 11 - Diagram F
CONFIGURATIONS. THE HOLE FOR THE FLUIDSENSOR IS MARKED BY AN ARROW ON THE TOPOF EACH BATTERY. Remove the cover of thebattery box by pushing in the tabs on thefront and back, then lifting up. Fan the areaaround the top of the battery with a piece ofcardboard (or another non-metallic material)to remov...
Page 13 - REFER TO THE PHOTOS AT LEFT; REPLACING THE BATTERY; REFER TO THE PHOTOS AT RIGHT; DO NOT
TO CLEAN THE BATTERY TERMINALSAND CABLES 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 aspark or flame in the vicinity of the battery.Avoid dropping metal tools on the battery.If batter...
Page 14 - Fuse; REFER TO THE PHOTOS BELOW; Water; NEVER ADD MORE ACID.; GOOD
8. (a) If your battery has six (6) caps on the top, rinse and dry the cap with the extra hole fromthe old battery to remove any residue.Replace the battery cap in the cell that is 2ndfrom the POSITIVE post with the cap from theold battery. Insert the fluid sensor in the cap.(b) If your battery has t...
Page 15 - REFER TO PHOTOS AT RIGHT
4 Pump When the water rises in the sump pit andactivates the float switch, the pump will beginpumping, and the “Pump was activated” lightand alarm will turn on. Try to determine whatcaused the system to activate. • Check the main AC pump for failure. It may not be working, the float switch may be st...
Page 16 - Power; If the power is on in the rest of the house,; Charging; obstruct the hole or an air lock; BE SURE; THE REMOTE TERMINAL
5 Power There are several causes for power failure. Themost common is a power outage by your electriccompany. During this emergency, the BasementWatchdog system will automatically switch tobattery power and protect your basement fromflooding. You can silence the “Power” alarm for 24 hoursby pressing...
Page 17 - Basement Watchdog WiFi Module; MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST
Page 16 USB DATA PORT This system has been updated with a USB porton the side of the controller. The purpose of thisport is to allow communication with theBasement Watchdog Connect Modules. CONNECT MODULES The Basement Watchdog Connect Modules areseparately sold accessories that will allow theuser t...
Page 18 - Troubleshooting Guide
Page 17 The battery fluid is low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The fluid sensor is installed improperly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Not using a Basement Watchdog battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Terminals are corroded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 19 - LIMITED WARRANTY; What is Covered by this Warranty?; All parts and labor (excluding installation) for a period of:; What is NOT Covered by this Warranty?
Page 18 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 untilyou have read the terms of the warranty. If you do not agree to t...
Page 20 - CHECK OUT THESE OTHER BASEMENT WATCHDOG PRODUCTS; AC PUMPS; What’s a Klunkless Check ValveTM?; WATER ALARMS; Minimize the risk of water damage
© 2008, Glentronics, Inc. 1806085 09/18 CHECK OUT THESE OTHER BASEMENT WATCHDOG PRODUCTS AC PUMPS Industrial Grade Pumps for the Residential Market The Basement Watchdog line of AC sump pumpsare strong, dependable and so energy efficient,they could pay for themselves in a few years.The sump pumps ar...
