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Flotec FPDC20 Owner's Manual

Flotec FPDC20 Owner's Manual

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BDWWHU\ Backup System

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL BDWWHU\ Backup System...

  • Page 2: Installation

    Maximum vertical pumping distance is 14 feet (4.3M) for which, if not avoided, Model FPDC20. can result in death or serious injury. indicates a hazard Make sure sump is clear of debris. Debris can damage the pump which can result in flooding.
  • Page 3 Phillips head screwdriver dried. Loose fittings can explode off of pipes and cause personal injury and flooding. Pencil or marker PTFE pipe thread sealant tape Risk of electrical shock. At the circuit breaker or PVC glue (solvent weld) fuse box, turn off the electrical power to the sump pump before beginning this installation.
  • Page 4 Installation Common Discharge NOTICE: In this installation, if the Primary Sump Pump (PSP) does not have a check valve installed below the wye, you MUST install a check valve for the PSP as shown. This prevents backflow of water into the sump from the Batter Backup Unit.
  • Page 5 Installation discharge pipes. Figure 3: Typical installation with common discharge pipe. INSTALLATION (Typical): Separate Discharge Risk of electrical shock. Can shock, burn, or kill. Unplug the primary sump pump before beginning this procedure.
  • Page 6 Installation NOTICE: Allow for overlap when cutting piping and run a trial the floor of the sump, the BBU will have to be raised (dry) fitting before you glue. (depending on your particular situation). 1. Use PTFE pipe thread sealant tape on male ends of 15.
  • Page 7 Installation service. A U74-68 Hose and Clamp Assembly can be used INSTALLATION (Typical): Common Discharge for this. Risk of electrical shock. Can shock, burn, or kill. 13. Make sure that the BBU will clear the primary sump pump Unplug the primary sump pump before beginning this and its switch.

  • Page 8: Battery Requirements

    Battery Requirements BATTERY REQUIREMENTS Hazardous electric current. Can cause severe burns and start a fire if the battery terminals are short circuited. Install the battery in the battery case. To prevent accidental shorting across battery terminals, close and latch the battery case securely. Do not leave the battery uncovered.

  • Page 9: Wiring • Setup

    as the battery charge lasts. You may need to replace the battery afterwards. If 115VAC power is ON, the charger/controller continues to try to charge the battery at a charging rate of .5 AH until the battery charge is more than 20%, at which point the charger will resume charging at a rate of 2 AH.
  • Page 10 and the negative pump lead to the terminal labeled 3. The float switch leads are not polarity sensitive; connect Pump ‘–’. the float switch leads to the ‘Float Switch’ tabs on the charger/controller. NOTICE: If the leads are reversed, the pump will run backward and not pump water.

  • Page 11: Led Display

    NOTICE: When the unit is first plugged in, or when it first receives power from the battery, the ‘BATTERY STATUS’ LED will flash for 3 seconds. NOTICE: To activate any Control Button, press and hold it for 1 second. LED Display TABLE II –...
  • Page 12 TABLE III – LED Function Displays (LEDs Lighted Continuously) Control LED: Continuous Illumination Indicates Normal Operation: AC Power AC power is present. Pump Status The float switch has been activated. The LED remains on (flashing) after the pump has stopped. Depress the ‘SYSTEM TEST’ button to reset it. Silenced Audible Alarm Audible Alarm has been silenced.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    LED Display TABLE V – Control Button Functions Control Button: Result of Pushing Button: System Test Pump starts and all LEDs light up. Will reset the ‘PUMP STATUS’ LED. When pushed with the ‘SILENCE ALARM’ button, the Charger/Controller microprocessor resets and error code resets.
  • Page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING Pump won’t run: Check all the wiring connections. Check for a low or defective battery. Check that the automatic switch is free to move up and down. Press the circuit breaker reset button on the control panel. Motor hums but pump won’t run: Check for low or defective battery.

  • Page 15: Repair Parts

    Repair Parts Key No. Part Description Part Number DC Backup Pump PS17-118 1-1/4 FNPT x 1-1/2 Slip Elbow U78-1012 Float Switch PS17-2003 Charger/Controller PS217-1521 Battery Case (Complete) PS17-1512 AC Adaptor PS17-2008 11” x .14” Plastic Cable Tie * Purchase separately. ** If pump fails, replace entire system.

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