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The Basement Watchdog Combo User Manual

The Basement Watchdog Combo
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Instruction Manual &
Safety Warnings
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.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Warnings and
Instructions
Electrical precautions 1
Battery preparation 1
Battery precautions 1
Introduction
Items included in system 2
Additional items needed 2
System specifications 2
Installing the Pipe and Pump 3
Preparing the Battery 4,5
Battery Instructions 5
System Connections
Mounting the backup control unit 5
Connecting the backup pump 5
Installing the battery fluid sensor 5
Connecting the battery 6
Connecting the charger 6
Connecting the primary pump 6
Product Operation 6
Battery Maintenance 6
Understanding the Warning
Lights and Alarms
Silencing the alarm during
an emergency 6
Power alarm 7
Water alarm 7
Backup pump alarm 7
Replacing the backup pump 8
Replacing the primary pump 8
Charger 9
Battery alarm 9
Cleaning battery terminals 10
Replacing the battery 10
Testing the System
Testing the pump 11
Testing the float switch 11
Parts & Service Information
Technical support 11
Replacement Parts Diagram & List 12
Troubleshooting Guide 13
Warranty 14
Combination Primary and
Backup Sump Pump System
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The Basement Watchdog Combo Specifications

General IconGeneral
Horsepower1/3 HP
Battery BackupYes
Backup Pump Power12V DC
Pump TypeSubmersible
Float Switch IncludedYes
Battery Backup CompatibleYes
Housing MaterialThermoplastic
Voltage120V
Discharge Size1.5 inches
Switch TypeVertical
MaterialThermoplastic

Summary

Important Safety Warnings & Instructions

Electrical Precautions

Guidelines for safe electrical connections and handling to prevent shock and fire hazards.

Battery Preparation

Steps and precautions for preparing a lead-acid battery for the sump pump system.

Battery Precautions

Safety measures to prevent battery explosion, acid contact, and damage during handling.

Introduction

System Specifications

Technical details including voltage, frequency, pumping capacity, and dimensions of the system.

Installing the Pipe and Pump

Preparing the Battery

System Connections

Mounting the Controller

Instructions for securely attaching the backup system control unit to the discharge pipe.

Product Operation

Battery Maintenance

Understanding the Warnings & Alarms

Silencing Alarms During Emergency

Procedure to temporarily silence audible alarms for the power and pump warnings.

Alarm Indicators and Actions

Overview of power, water, pump, system, and battery alarm indicators and required actions.

Replacing the Backup Pump

Replacing the Primary Pump

System and Battery Indicator Lights

Explanation of the system and battery indicator lights on the control unit.

To Clean the Battery Terminals and Cables

Replacing the Battery

Test Button Functionality

Testing Float Switches

Instructions for testing the backup and primary pump float switches.

Maintenance Check List

Parts & Service Information

Primary Pump Troubleshooting Guide

Primary Pump Operational Issues

Common problems for the primary pump including thermal protection, startup, cycling, and volume.

Backup Pump Troubleshooting Guide

Backup Pump Operational Issues

Common problems for the backup pump including startup, volume, and abnormal sound.

Backup System Issues

Issues related to the backup system's battery fluid, battery condition, and power failure.

Limited Warranty

What is Covered by this Warranty?

Details the warranty coverage for parts and labor on pumps, switches, and control units.

What is NOT Covered by this Warranty?

Exclusions from warranty coverage, including installation costs and product misuse.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Procedures for returning the product for inspection, repair, or replacement under warranty.

Where are Products Sent for Warranty Service?

The address for mailing products to Glentronics, Inc. for warranty service.

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