PHCC Pro Series Pro Series 1730 Battery Backup Sump Pump System - Manual (Page 9)

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Battery Instructions
A new Pro Series 2200 Standby Battery will run
this system for a minimum of 7.5 hours
continuously. However, most of the time the
pump will turn on and off, and this battery will
run the pump intermittently for days. In
addition, the unique materials in the Pro Series
2200 Standby batteries enable them to last longer
in standby service.
• The use of automotive batteries is NOT
recommended. Automotive batteries are not
designed for this application. They will only
run the pump for a short time and will have
a shorter life than a standby battery.
• The battery fluid sensor is designed to fit
the Pro Series Standby batteries. Measuring
the battery fluid is one of the most
important features of the system, since
about 80% of backup sump pump failures
are the result of a battery that has dried out.
• Pro Series standby batteries are specifically
designed to work with your battery backup
sump pump system. Glentronics can not
guarantee the compatibility of other brands
of batteries. For optimal performance the
use of a Pro Series battery is recommended.
DO NOT insert the fluid sensor into any
battery except a Pro Series battery. DO NOT
drill a hole in another brand of battery to
accommodate the fluid sensor. DO NOT use
the enclosed battery cap on any battery
except a Pro Series battery. DO NOT drill a
hole in the cap of another brand of battery to
accommodate the fluid sensor. Batteries emit
explosive gases which can cause serious
injury or death.
PREPARING THE PRO SERIES
STANDBY BATTERY
The Pro Series Standby batteries are shipped dry
(without acid) so they never lose power before you
take them home. A battery is activated when the
acid is added, and then it slowly begins to
deteriorate as it ages. By adding the acid just
before use, the battery will always be fresh. Use
1.265 specific gravity battery acid to fill the
battery. It is available where you purchased the
battery.
PRO SERIES BATTERIES COME IN TWO
CONFIGURATIONS. THE TOPS OF THE BATTERIES
LOOK DIFFERENT, AND THE DIRECTIONS FOR
FILLING THE BATTERIES AND CONNECTING THE
FLUID SENSOR WILL VARY SLIGHTLY. IF THE TOP
OF YOUR BATTERY LOOKS LIKE PHOTO A, FOLLOW
THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THIS PAGE. IF THE TOP OF
YOUR BATTERY LOOKS LIKE PHOTO B, FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 9.
Contains sulfuric acid. Wear eye and clothing
protection. If battery acid contacts skin or
clothing, wash immediately with soap and
water. If acid enters eyes, flush with water
for 15 minutes, and get prompt medical
attention. Review the safety instructions on
page 1.
TO FILL THE BATTERY
1. Remove the cover of the battery box by
pushing in the tabs on the front and back of
the box and lifting up.
2. Place the battery box on the floor. Place the
dry (unfilled) battery into the battery box.
Remove the foil seal on the top of the battery.
3. Carefully push in the perforated tab at the top
of the acid pack. Lift up the large tab and pull
out the dispensing hose. Hold the hose upright
above the pack and squeeze the hose forcing
all the acid back into the pack.
4. Position the acid pack and battery as shown at
the right. Pinch the end of the hose together
and cut off the tip. Insert the end of the hose
into each cell. Control the flow by pinching
the hose with thumb and forefinger. Fill each
cell of the battery to a level just covering the
battery plates, and then go back and top off
each cell equally. It is important to have all
the cells filled equally or the battery will not
operate properly.
The acid should reach a
level about ¼” below the cap ring as shown in
the diagram below. DO NOT OVERFILL THE
BATTERY. (Diagram E)
A newly filled battery will sometimes require
additional acid after about 20 minutes. Re-
examine the fill level, and add additional acid if
necessary. The battery acid may bubble at this
time and give off a sulfur-like smell, but this is
normal. After the battery has been filled, screw
the six (6) caps securely on the top of the battery.
The battery will be charged 70-80% 30 minutes
after adding the acid. The system will then finish
charging the battery. During this time the alarm
may sound.
When you fill the battery for the FIRST time, it
will be the ONLY time you add acid to the
battery. In the future, when the fluid level is
low, add distilled water to the cells. NEVER add
more acid.
If your battery looks like the battery above, follow
these instructions.
1. Remove the cover of the battery box by
pushing in the tabs on the front and back of
the box and lifting up.
CAUTION
! DANGER
CAUTION
! DANGER / POISON
2nd LEVEL
1st LEVEL
PLATES
CELL WALL
1 1st LEVEL, COVER THE PLATES
THE BOTTOM OF THE CAP RINGS
BATTERY TERMINALS
BATTERY CAP RINGS
CROSS SECTION OF BATTERY
1. Fill to 1st level, cover
the plates
2. Then fill to 2nd level,
just below the bottom
of the cap rings
Diagram E
Do not throw an
old battery in the
trash. Take it to a
service station or
recycling center.
1
4 3
BATTERY A
2
BATTERY B