Zoeller AQUANOT 585 - Manual (Page 6)

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The charger automatically monitors and charges your battery. In the event of a power outage the pump will be powered by the
battery. Once line power is restored, the charger will recharge the battery. If there is a failure of the primary pump, the charger will
supply power to the pump through the battery if line power is present; otherwise, the battery will take over until the problem has
been corrected.
The lights on the front panel of the charger indicate the state of system:
The red light: Indicates that AC line power is present.
The green light: Indicates that the battery is charged to 12V DC*.
During periods of extended power outage the charge on the battery may drop below 12V DC which would cause the green
light to go out. This is normal. The green light will be illuminated once the charger restores the voltage level to 12V DC.
The yellow light: Indicates that the battery is charged above 8V DC.
If the yellow light is not illuminated, it indicates that the charge on the battery is below 8V DC. If the line power is out, the pump
may have depleted the battery due to normal operation. If there has been no power outage and the primary pump is working
properly, it may indicate that the battery is defective or that the controller is defective. Refer to the Troubleshooting guide on
page 8 for further instructions.
If the Green and Yellow lights fl ash intermittently, refer to Section G in the Trouble Shooting Guide on page 8.
*Voltage is only one indicator of the state of the battery, and does not refl ect the true condition of the battery. Use a hydrometer to
more accurately determine the condition of the battery.
Operation of the Aquanot ® Charger (Model 585 Only)
All
Aquanot ®
pump systems are equipped with an alarm which sounds when the pump is activated. The alarm will automatically
silence when the pumping cycle is completed.
Activation of the audible alarm indicates that the primary pump has failed or line power to the primary pump is not present. When-
ever the alarm is activated the primary pump and outlet should be inspected.
The On/Off switch, located on the side of the alarm enclosure, allows the audible alarm to be turned off, however, this practice is
not recommended. Verify that the alarm switch is in the “on” position, by manually turning the pump “on”.
Operation of the Audible Alarm (All Models)
There are millions of batteries manufactured each year, so it is impossible to guarantee consistent quality. A defective battery
will never become fully charged and may damage the circuits of the charger. It is for this reason that Zoeller offers its own line of
batteries. We offer both a Water/Acid Deep-Cycle Battery which can run the pump continuously for over 7½ hours, and an AGM
battery, which will power the pump for over 3½ hours. These times are based on continuous pumping at 10’ of static head. Actual
times will vary depending on static head, volume of water entering the pit, and the condition of the battery.
Follow these recommendations:
• Use a B.C.I. size 27 deep-cycle battery, 175 minute reserve capacity, or larger.
• Do NOT use a “maintenance-free” battery unless it is Gel-fi lled or AGM battery.
• Replace your battery every 3 years.
• Do not let corrosion build up on the battery terminals.
• Do not place your battery on a concrete fl oor where it will discharge faster.
• To check specifi c gravity, follow the instructions on a hydrometer (not applicable for Gel or AGM batteries).
PROTECT YOUR WARRANTY:
• Water level in batteries must be checked once a month (not applicable for Gel or AGM batteries).
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