The Basement Watchdog Combo CITE-33 User Manual

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.
Instruction Manual &
Safety Warnings
Table of Contents
Important Safety Warnings and
Instructions
Electrical precautions 2
Battery preparation 2
Battery precautions 2
Introduction
Items included in system 3
Additional items needed 3
System specications 3
Installing the Pipe and Pump 4
Battery Instructions 5
Battery Maintenance 5
System Connections
Mounting the backup control unit 5
Connecting the backup pump 5
Connecting the battery 5
Connecting the charger 5
Connecting the primary pump
5
Product Operation 6
Understanding the Warning
Lights and Alarms
Silencing the alarm during
an emergency
6
Power alarm 6
Backup pump alarm 6
Replacing the backup pump 7
Replacing the primary pump 7
Battery alarm 8
Cleaning battery terminals 9
Replacing the battery 9
Testing the System
T
esting the pump 9
Testing the backup float switch 9
Weep holes 9
Testing the primary float switch 10
Maintenance Check List 10
Parts & Service Information
Technical support 11
Replacement Parts Diagram & List 11
Troubleshooting Guide 12
Warranty 13
Combination Primary and
Backup Sump Pump System
Model CITE-33

The Basement Watchdog Combo CITE-33 Specifications

General

Model	CITE-33
Primary Pump Type	Submersible Sump Pump
Power	1/3 HP
Discharge Size	1-1/2 in
Control Switch	Yes
Material	Thermoplastic
Float Switch Included	Yes
Battery Backup Compatible	Yes
Battery Backup	Included
Weight	25 lbs
Type	Combination
Backup Pump Type	Battery Backup
Voltage	120V
Switch Type	Vertical

Summary

Important Safety Warnings and Instructions

Electrical Precautions

Safety advice regarding electrical connections, grounding, and avoiding hazardous conditions.

Battery Preparation

Precautions and safety measures when handling and preparing lead-acid batteries.

Battery Precautions

Safety guidelines to prevent injury or damage from battery gases, acid, and electrical hazards.

Installing the Pipe and Pump

Battery Instructions

System Connections

Understanding the Warning Lights and Alarms

Product Operation

Replacing the Backup Pump

Replacing the Primary Pump

Battery Maintenance and Replacement

Testing Procedures

Testing the Primary Pump Float Switch

Maintenance Checklist

Troubleshooting Guides

Primary Pump Troubleshooting

Backup Pump Troubleshooting