Basement Watchdog Emergency - Manual (Page 16)

9. Plug the charger back into the wall outlet.
(You should provide additional protection for
the control unit by using a surge protector.)
10. If any of the alarms are sounding, press the
WHITE button on the front of the control
panel for one (1) second.
TEST/RESET BUTTON
The TEST button may be used to check the pump
and system. Push the TEST button. This will
activate the pump for as long as you hold the
button. It will stop as soon as you let go of the
button.
While the pump is active, water will come out of
the 1/8” hole that was drilled into the PVC
discharge pipe.. This is normal. This hole is
needed to prevent an air lock within the system.
DO NOT obstruct the hole or an air lock may
prevent the system form activating.
TESTING THE FLOAT SWITCH
It is important to manually test the float
switch periodically or after any maintenance.
Unplug the main AC pump when installing or
servicing the backup pump to avoid electric
shock. Failure to do so could cause serious
injury or death. Review the safety
instructions on page 1.
Lift the float up and let go. This will activate
the pump. The control unit will run the pump for
approximately 25 seconds so it can empty all the
water in the sump pit. While the pump is active,
water will come out of the 1/8” hole that was
drilled into the PVC discharge pipe. This is
normal. The hole is needed to prevent an air lock
within the system. DO NOT obstruct the hole or
an air lock may prevent the system from
activating. If there is no water in the pit, the
pump can run dry for this amount of time. The
alarm will sound and the “Pump” light will go
on. Push the WHITE button on the front of the
control panel to reset the alarm. BE SURE TO
PLUG IN THE MAIN AC PUMP WHEN YOU HAVE
COMPLETED THE TEST.
MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST
Maintenance should be performed 1-2 times
per year.
1. Lift the float switch as described at left.
2. Remove all debris from the bottom of the
pit.
3. Remove all debris from the water.
4. Remove all debris from the float switch.
5. Fill the pit with water. Make sure the
pump turns on at the intended level.
6. While the pump is running, make sure the
pump is evacuating water at a good pace
and water is coming out of the 1/8” air
bleed hole.
7. Remove the fluid sensor and cap from the
battery and rinse any residue buildup
from the battery cap. Replace the cap and
fluid sensor.
8. Check battery fluid levels
PARTS & SERVICE INFORMATION
You can receive technical support, or order parts
by calling Glentronics, Inc. at 800-991-0466,
option #3, or by visiting the Basement Watchdog
website at www.basementwatchdog.com. Send
your unit to the following address if repairs are
needed:
Glentronics, Inc.
645 Heathrow Drive
Lincolnshire, IL 60069-4205
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