Page 1: Table Of Contents
Battery Backup Sump Pump Instruction Manual System & Safety Warnings Table of Contents Important Safety Warnings and Hooking Up the Battery Instructions Hooking Up the Charger Electrical Precautions Battery Preparation Understanding the Warning Battery Precautions Lights and Alarms Understanding the Automatic Introduction Charging System Items Included in System...
Page 2: Important Safety Warnings And
• DO NOT disassemble the control unit. When that they will be easily accessible. cause battery to explode in enclosed spaces. service is required, contact Glentronics tech- • When connecting the battery cables, first Charge in well-ventilated area. Always nical support at (800) 991-0466, option #3.
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Control Unit The Basement Watchdog Special backup sump pump system is battery-operated. It is designed as an emergency backup system to support your Battery regular AC sump pump, and it will automatically Wires begin pumping anytime the float switch is activated.
Page 4: Pump & Pipe
Pump & Pipe NORMAL SUMP PIT Installation Instructions INSTALLATIONS FLOOR JOIST FLOOR There are two basic methods that can be used to JOIST install the pump, a direct discharge to the SLOPE PIPE outside of the building, or a hookup to an DOWN existing discharge pipe.
Page 5: Direct Discharge To Outside
Pump & Pipe be placed under the pump if there are rocks CAUTION CAUTION or other debris on the sump floor that may If you use more than a total of 20 feet of pipe Installation Instructions clog the pump. in the installation, install a check valve in place of the rubber union.
Page 6: Hookup To Existing Discharge
Pump & Pipe Then install a “Y” connector above the check valve on the discharge pipe for the main AC Installation Instructions pump. 4. Secure the pump wire so that the plug on the INSTALLATION B: end will not fall into the sump. Attach the HOOKUP TO AN EXISTING DISCHARGE PIPE wire to the pipe with a piece of tape.
Page 7 Pump & Pipe & nut, attach the strainer to the “L” bracket. possible to avoid the return of CAUTION (c) Once the strainer is attached, simply press discharged water to the sump. Be Installation Instructions If you use more than a total of 20 feet of pipe in the the pump body onto the mounted strainer.
Page 8 Pump & Pipe prevent the pump from operating, and the basement will flood. Installation Instructions 5. If there is no check valve on the main AC pump, one must be installed at this time. INSTALLATION D: Then install a “Y” connector above the check HOOKUP TO EXISTING DISCHARGE PIPE valve on the discharge pipe for the main AC FOR NARROW SUMP PITS...
Page 9: Battery Instructions
Battery Instructions immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eyes, flush with water for 10 minutes and get medical attention. Review the safety A new Basement Watchdog 7.5 Hour Standby instructions on page 1. Battery will run this system for a minimum of 7.5 hours continuously.
Page 10: Control Unit Hookup
Control Unit Hookup the yellow battery cap that is provided in the Basement Watchdog Special package. An arrow on the top of the battery marks this position. There DANGER are two holes in the battery cap. Insert the fluid PUMP Risk of electrical shock or battery explosion, CHARGER sensor in the hole that is off-center on the top of...
Page 11: Understanding The Warning
• The pump has been running for many hours charging. The normal charge cycle is in one- solved. In others, the YELLOW button must be battery, call the Glentronics service department and is reaching the last half-hour of operating hour increments, which increases the life of the pushed to silence the alarm.
Page 12 cap, replace it now. Then, replace the battery 8. Rinse and dry the YELLOW cap from the old cables, BLACK to the NEGATIVE (-) post, and battery to remove any residue. Replace the then RED to the POSITIVE (-) post. Tighten BLACK battery cap in the cell that is 2nd from the wing nuts.
Page 13 2. Fan the area around the top of the battery with Lower voltages can be caused by utility company a piece of cardboard (or another non-metallic brown outs or a heavy power draw from other CHARGER PUMP material) to remove any hydrogen gas that may appliances on the same circuit.
Page 14: Test-Reset-Silence Button
You can receive technical support, parts or 5. Plug the pump wires into the back of the switch periodically. service information by calling Glentronics, Inc. control panel. at (800) 991-0466 or visiting the website at Lift the float up and let go. This will activate www.basementwatchdog.com.
Page 15: Quick Reference Guide
Battery is damaged or old ....Replace battery 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.

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