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Instruction Manual & Safety Warnings
Battery Backup Sump Pump System
Model BWSP
Table of Contents
and Instructions
Items Included in System
Installation Options
Connection to Existing Discharge
for Narrow Sumps
Positioning the Float Switch
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IMPORTANT: Even if you have the Basement Watchdog Special CONNECT
backup 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.
Understanding the Warning & Alarms
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Testing the System
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Technical Support
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Summary of Contents for The Basement Watchdog BWSP
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Troubleshooting Guide Connecting the Charger Warranty IMPORTANT: Even if you have the Basement Watchdog Special CONNECT backup 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. -
Page 2: Important Safety Warnings
Glentronics, Inc. kerosene, etc. This system is rated for ground death, serious injury, shock or burns. • Use the Basement Watchdog control unit for 645 Heathrow Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069-4205 water use only. charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. DO NOT use... -
Page 3: Introduction
Should any malfunction or emergency occur that involves the sump pump, the battery, or the AC power, the Basement Watchdog system will sound an alarm, and will automatically begin pumping any time the float switch is activated by rising water. -
Page 4: Pump & Pipe
If the direct discharge method is not possible or NARROW SUMP PIT convenient, the Basement Watchdog pump can be INSTALLATIONS connected to the same line as your main AC sump pump by installing a wye connector and two (2) -
Page 5: Direct Discharge To Outside
3/16” hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe the pump. above the Basement Watchdog pump. Drill DIRECT DISCHARGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE the hole at a 45° angle toward the bottom of BUILDING (Diagram A) 4. -
Page 6: Connection To Existing Discharge
2. Install a check valve on the top of the PVC pipe wye extension facing down toward the backup WYE CONNECTOR attached to the Basement Watchdog pump. pump. Now connect the bottom of the assembly Make sure it is installed with the arrow pointing to the check valve and tighten the hose clamp. -
Page 7: Direct Discharge For Narrow Sumps
3/16" hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe above not required with this method of installation as 3. Secure the pump wire so that the plug on the the Basement Watchdog pump. Drill the hole at long as you use less than 15 feet of pipe.) INSTALLATION C: end will not fall into the sump. - Page 8 Basement Watchdog pump, cut to the correct lengths. It is important to keep water outside the sump pit as water will and attach a 45°...
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Page 9: Battery Instructions
6 inches above the activation level of the main bolts. Remove the security tag from the The Basement Watchdog maintenance free battery pump. Attach the float switch very securely to battery cables. Attach the battery cables to (BW-27AGM) has been designed to run this system the discharge pipe with the plastic wire tie. -
Page 10: Silencing The Alarm
Warnings & Alarms cables and the battery terminals for corrosion. 6. If the pump alarm is sounding, press the The Basement Watchdog Special allows you to Clean and tighten them as needed. The RESET button on the front of the control panel The Basement Watchdog control unit features a silence some of the alarms during an emergency;... -
Page 11: Cleaning Battery Terminals
When another charger is used, first disconnect 4. Unscrew the battery bolts. Remove the battery (-) post. Tighten the battery bolts. the Basement Watchdog charger from the cables. 8. Secure the cover on the battery box by control unit, and then disconnect the control 5. -
Page 12: Fuse Alarm
2. If the pump wires are intact, the pump 3. (a) Check the DC fuse by pulling it out of the gas that may have been emitted from the battery. may be clogged. (a) Disconnect the control fuse holder. (b) If the wires are burned and unit from the wall outlet, and disconnect broken, replace the fuse with a 20 Amp DC 4. -
Page 13: Power Alarm
Unplug the main AC pump when installing or Charging servicing the backup pump to avoid electric shock. Failure to do so could cause serious The Basement Watchdog Special is equipped with a injury or death. Review the safety instructions computer-controlled automatic charging system. on page 1. -
Page 14: Using The Remote Notification
The The Basement Watchdog Special can be connected 1. Lift the float switch. an additional year to the existing 2-year BWSP Basement Watchdog CONNECT® WiFi Module. to a home security system or other dry-contact pump warranty. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide DANGER Read safety warnings & instructions before attempting any repairs or maintenance. Potential Cause BATTERY PROBLEM Solutions Terminals are corroded........Clean terminals and cables Cables are loose . -
Page 16: Warranty
• Register your BWSP pump online, to receive one extra year added to your product’s warranty. • By purchasing a Watchdog battery at the same time as your pump AND registering your pump online, you will receive a total of 4 years warranty on your BWSP pump.
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