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Important Safety
Warnings & Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual
contains important SAFETY WARNINGS and
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for the Pro Series
combination sump pump system. You will
need to refer to it before attempting any
installation or maintenance. ALWAYS keep
these instructions with the unit so that they
will be easily accessible.
Failure to read and follow these warnings and
instructions could result in property damage,
serious injury, or death. It is important to read
this manual, even if you did not install the
Pro Series combination sump pump system,
since this manual contains safety information
regarding the use and maintenance of this
product. DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL.
ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS
!
WARNING
This installation must be in accordance with
the National Electric Code and all applicable
local codes and ordinances.
!
DANGER
Risk of electrical shock and re hazard.
May result in death, serious injury, shock or
burns. To help reduce these risks, observe
the following precautions:
• DO NOT walk on wet areas of the basement
until all power has been turned off. If the
main power supply is in a wet basement,
call an electrician.
• ALWAYS disconnect the pump from the
power source before servicing or making
adjustments.
• ALWAYS unplug the control unit and
disconnect the cables from the battery
before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning.
• NEVER handle the pump or motor with wet
hands or when standing on a wet or damp
surface while the pump is plugged into the
power source.
•
MAKE SURE A PROPERLY GROUNDED
RECEPTACLE IS AVAILABLE. This system is
wired with 3-prong grounded plugs. To reduce
the risk of electric shock, be certain that it
is only connected to a properly grounded
3-prong receptacle. If you have a 2-prong
receptacle, have a licensed electrician replace
it with a 3-prong receptacle according to
local codes and ordinances.
• NEVER bypass grounding wires or remove
the ground prong from the plug.
• DO NOT use an extension cord. The
electrical outlet should be within the length
• DO protect the electrical cord from sharp
objects, hot surfaces, oil and chemicals.
Avoid kinking the cord.
• MAKE SURE the supply circuit has a
dedicated fuse or circuit breaker rated to
handle the power requirements noted on
the nameplate of the pump.
• DO NOT use an attachment that is not
recommended or sold by the manufacturer.
an electrical shock.
• The maximum amperage for the primary
controller is 12-Amps.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of hazards that can
cause injury or property damage, observe
the following precautions:
• DO NOT use the power cord or strain relief
to carry the pumps. Use the handle of the
main pump.
• DO NOT
• DO NOT pull on the cord to disconnect the
system or the pump. Pull the plug.
• DO NOT expose the control units to water,
rain or snow.
• DO NOT
The electrical outlet should be within the
length of the pump’s power cord and at
• DO NOT operate the pumps or control units
if they have been damaged in any way.
• DO NOT use pumps in pits handling raw
This product is for groundwater use only.
• DO NOT disassemble the pumps or control
units. When service is required, contact
0466. Return the product to the manufacturer
for any repairs at the following address:
Glentronics, Inc., Attn: Service
645 Heathrow Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069-4205
BATTERY PREPARATION
!
WARNING/POISON
Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe
burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or
with water and call a physician immediately.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
To help reduce these risks, observe the
following precautions:
• Someone should be within range of your
voice or close enough to come to your aid
when you work near a lead-acid battery.
•
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in
case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.
• Wear eye and clothing protection and avoid
touching your eyes while working with
battery acid or working near the battery.
• If battery acid contacts skin or clothing,
wash immediately with soap and water. If
running cold water for at least 15 minutes
and get prompt medical attention.
!
WARNING
Battery posts and terminals contain lead,
lead compounds or chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling. See www.
p65warnings.ca.gov for more information.
!
WARNING
Battery uid can expose you to chemicals
including strong inorganic acid mists
containing sulfuric acid, which is known to the
State of California to cause cancer. For more
information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
!
DANGER
Explosive gases could cause serious injury
or death. Cigarettes, ames or sparks could
cause battery to explode in enclosed spaces.
Charge in well-ventilated area. Always
shield eyes and face from battery. Keep
vent caps tight and level.
Sulfuric acid can cause blindness or severe
burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. In the event of accident, ush with
water and call a physician immediately.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
To help reduce these risks, observe the
following precautions:
• NEVER
the vicinity of the battery.
•
Use the Pro Series control unit for charging a
LEAD-ACID battery only. DO NOT use the control
unit for charging dry-cell batteries that are most
commonly used with home appliances.
• Be sure the area around the battery is well-
ventilated.
top of the battery with a piece of cardboard
or another nonmetallic material to blow
away any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may
have been emitted from the battery.
• DO NOT drop a metal tool onto the battery.
It might spark or short-circuit the battery
and cause an explosion.
•
Remove personal metal items such as rings,
bracelets, watches, etc. when working with a
lead-acid battery. A short circuit through one of
these items can melt it, causing a severe burn.
• ALWAYS remove the charger from the
electrical outlet before connecting or
disconnecting the battery cables. Never
allow the rings to touch each other.
• Check the polarity of the battery posts. The
POSITIVE (+) battery post usually has a plus
sign near it and the NEGATIVE (-) post has a
minus sign nearby.
Negative
Bolt
Positive
Bolt
•
connect the large ring on the end of the RED
wire to the POSITIVE (+) bolt and then connect
the small ring on the end of the BLACK wire to
the NEGATIVE (-) bolt of the battery.
• Always keep the cover secured on the
battery box by slipping the tabs through the
DO
NOT place anything on top of the battery or
the battery box cover.
!
DANGER
Do not use system to pump ammable or
explosive uids such as gasoline, fuel oil,
kerosene, etc.
DO NOT use this system in pits handling raw
sewage or other hazardous liquids.
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