Battery Backup Sump Pump System Instruction Manual Battery Operated SUMP PUMP TEST Push to Test System RESET Push to Silence Pump Alarm Warning What to do • • • • • BATTERY Terminals corroded or battery defective Clean terminals or replace battery FUSE Replace with 25 amp auto fuse If fuse blows again, replace pump WATER Add distilled water to battery PUMP Pump was activated Check main pump for failure POWER Check circuit breaker & charging plug If power is on, replace charger Charger Opera
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Power Requirements . . . . . Personal Precautions . . . . . . . . Preparing to Charge . . . . . . . . DC Connection Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 .1 .1 .1 .1 Introduction Items Included in System . . . . . . . . .2 Additional Items Needed . . . . . . . . . .2 Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions Direct Discharge to Outside . . . . . .3,4 Hookup to Existing Discharge Pipe . .
Introduction SILENCE PLUG CONTROL UNIT The Basement Watchdog Special backup sump pump system is batteryoperated. It is designed as an emergency backup system to support your regular AC sump pump, and it will automatically begin pumping if your main AC pump fails.
Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions 3. Place the pump with the 4’ PVC pipe attachment on the bottom of the sump floor next to the main AC pump. 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.
Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions (Direct Discharge to Outside) METHOD Aa: DIRECT DISCHARGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING FOR NARROW SUMP PITS (Diagram Aa) 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.
Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions pipe of the main AC pump, one must be installed at this time. Then install a "Y" connector above the check valve on the discharge pipe for the main AC pump. (Hookup to Existing Discharge Pipe) If the direct discharge method (Method A) is not possible, the Basement Watchdog Special backup system can be hooked up to the same pipe as your AC sump pump by installing a "Y" connector and two check valves. Check your local plumbing codes.
Pump & Pipe Installation Instructions (Hookup to Existing Discharge Pipe) prevent the pump from pumping. 5. If there is no check valve on the pipe of the main AC pump, one must be installed at this time. Then install a "Y" connector above the check valve on the discharge pipe for the main AC pump. 6. Secure the pump wire so that the plug on the end will not fall into the sump. Attach the wire to the pipe with tape. 7.
Battery Instructions IMPORTANT: REVIEW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU PROCEED The Basement Watchdog 7.5 Hour Standby Battery has been designed to run this system for a minimum of 7.5 hours of continuous pumping. However, most of the time the pump will turn on and off, and the battery will run the pump intermittently for days. In addition, the unique materials in the battery enable it to last for five to seven years in standby service. 1. Place the battery box on the floor.
Control Unit Hookup that is off-center on the top of the cap. Do not glue the sensor into the cap. If you are not using the Basement Watchdog 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 The Basement continuously. Watchdog Special 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.
Understanding the Warnings & Alarms SILENCING THE ALARM DURING AN EMERGENCY The Basement Watchdog Special 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 RESET button must be pushed to silence the alarm. Refer to the table below for a quick review of the features and their corresponding alarm status.
REPLACING THE BATTERY FUSE WATER ALARM IMPORTANT: REVIEW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU PROCEED. This 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 pump wires that have been shorted out. To correct the problem: If this warning light and alarm are on, you need to add distilled water to the battery. 1. Unplug the charger from the wall. 2. Remove the battery cables from the battery posts. 3.
POWER ALARM PUMP ALARM TEST BUTTON There are several causes for power failure. The most common is a power outage by your electric company. During this emergency, the Basement Watchdog Special system will automatically switch to battery power and protect your basement from flooding. You can silence the POWER alarm temporarily by inserting the plug into the silence jack on the side of the control box (see page 9). The light and the alarm will both turn off.
