Table of Contents
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Instruction Manual &
Safety Warnings
Table of Contents
Instructions
1
Battery preparation
1
1
Items included in system
2
Additional items needed
2
2
3
4,5
5
5
5
5
6
6
6
6
Lights and Alarms
7
Battery alarm
7
7
8
Fuse alarm
9
Water alarm
9
Pump alarm
10
10
10
Power alarm
11
Charging
12
12
Testing the System
12
12
12
Remote Alarm
12
USB Data Port
12
12,13
13
Technical support
13
14
15
Combination Primary and
Backup Sump Pump System
This manual is for the systems that have the BWSP-A backup controller, which can accommodate
maintenance or maintenance free batteries. See pages 2-6 for additional information.
IMPORTANT: Even if you have the Basement Watchdog sump pump system installed by
someone else, you must read and follow the safety information contained in this manual.
Failure to do so could result in property damage, serious injury, or death.
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Product Operation Technical support Understanding the Warning IMPORTANT: Even if you have the Basement Watchdog sump pump system installed by Replacement Parts Diagram & List 13 Lights and Alarms someone else, you must read and follow the safety information contained in this manual. -
Page 2: Important Safety Warnings And
• ALWAYS disconnect the pumps from the power product is for ground water use only. source before servicing or making adjustments. • Use the Basement Watchdog control unit for • DO NOT disassemble the pumps or control units. POSITIVE NEGATIVE charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction The Basement Watchdog combination sump pump system is designed to provide both primary and backup pumping capabilities. The primary pump will operate as long as it is receiving AC power. If the power is interrupted, or more water is coming into the sump than the AC pump can... -
Page 4: Installing The Pipe And Pump
10. Inspect all of the screws on the hose sump pit is not clean, remove as much of the clamps of the no hub couplings (primary The Basement Watchdog combination system is debris as possible. You should place a pump and backup pumps). They should be... -
Page 5: Preparing The Battery
It is available where you time and give off a sulfur-like smell, but this is The Basement Watchdog Big Standby battery has purchased the battery. normal. After the battery has been filled, screw been designed to run this system for 60 hours, NOTE: Basement Watchdog batteries now come in the caps on the top of the battery. -
Page 6: Battery Maintenance
A newly filled battery will sometimes require This backup system will also accommodate a CAUTION additional acid after about ten minutes. maintenance-free battery, eliminating the need When you fill the battery for the FIRST time, it Reexamine the fill level and add additional acid, to fill the battery. -
Page 7: Connecting The Battery
The blue controller for the primary pump connector. Do not bend the sensor rod. the wall. powers this switch. If you are not using the Basement Watchdog 7. If the pump alarm is sounding, press the POSITIVE NEGATIVE During a power outage, or when more water is... -
Page 8: Understanding The Warning
Refer to the diagram of the control panel above. on page 8. The control unit for the Basement Watchdog The Basement Watchdog backup system allows • If the battery terminals have been cleaned... -
Page 9: Replacing The Battery
4. Remove the fluid sensor from the battery. Unscrew the wing nuts. Remove the battery cables. 5. Clean the battery posts with a battery terminal cleaner or a wire brush. 6. Clean any corrosion off of the ring connectors on the ends of the battery wires. - Page 10 FUSE the battery to level 2 as shown in Diagram B the computer control unit from the wall and on page 4. (The Basement Watchdog battery disconnect the battery cables from the filler will automatically fill the level to the battery.
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Page 11: Replacing The Backup Pump
post, and the RED wire to the POSITIVE (+) spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery. post. Replace the wing nuts and tighten. Avoid dropping metal tools on the battery. CH RGER Review the safety instructions on page 1. 7. - Page 12 REPLACING THE PRIMARY PUMP ventilated area. Do not smoke of allow a 4. Remove the sensor from the battery. 23. Connect the top of the system to the rubber spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery. union and tighten the hose clamp. 5.
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Page 13: System Operating
It will not damage the pump It is important to manually test the float the security system to the Basement Watchdog to run it for this short time if the sump pit is dry. switch periodically or after any maintenance. -
Page 14: Maintenance Check List
Replacement Parts List notifications of potential problems and needed MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST maintenance while away from home. There are Maintenance should be performed 1-2 times per Description Part No. Description Part No. currently two modules that can be connected: year Backup pump locking screw 1/2 HP AC sump pump BW1050-GL... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide
Primary Pump Troubleshooting Guide Backup Pump Troubleshooting Guide DANGER DANGER Read safety warnings & instructions before attempting any repairs or maintenance. Read safety warnings & instructions before attempting any repairs or maintenance. Potential Cause THE PUMP WILL NOT START OR RUN Solutions Potential Cause BATTERY FLUID LOW... -
Page 16: Warranty
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.
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