Basement Watchdog Standby Batteries - Manual

2nd LEVEL
1st LEVEL
PLATES
CELL WALL
1. FILL TO 1st LEVEL, COVER THE PLATES
2. THEN FILL TO 2nd LEVEL, JUST BELOW
THE BOTTOM OF THE CAP RINGS
BATTERY TERMINALS
BATTERY CAP RINGS
CROSS SECTION OF BATTERY
1. ALWAYS wear protective glasses, gloves, and clothing when handling batteries and
sulfuric acid electrolyte.
2. Place the battery in the battery box. Remove the two battery caps by lifting them up
with a screwdriver.
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 pack on top of the battery box as shown on 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.
5. 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 the cells filled equally or
the battery will not operate properly. The acid should reach a level about 3/16”
below the cap ring as shown in the diagram.
A newly filled battery will sometimes require additional acid after about 20 minutes. Re-
examine the fill level and add additional acid if necessary. DO NOT OVERFILL THE BATTERY.
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, press the caps on the top of the battery.
If you are using this battery as a replacement for your Basement Watchdog sump pump
system, rinse the yellow cap from the old battery and save it. You will not need to use the
yellow cap on this battery, since a hole has been molded into the battery case to accept
the fluid sensor rod. The sensor hole is marked by the label on top of the battery. Hold the
sensor straight and press firmly into the hole. Do
not bend the sensor.
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.
! DANGER/POISON - CAUSES SEVERE BURNS
Battery Filling Instructions
Do not throw an old battery in
the trash. Take it to a service
station or recycling center.
• Contains sulfuric acid.
• Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
• To prevent accidents, neutralize excess acid with baking soda and rinse
empty container with water.
• Antidote:
- External: Flush with water.
- Internal: Drink a glassful of water or milk. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
Call physician immediately.
- Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Preparing the Basement Watchdog Standby Battery
The Basement Watchdog 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 a dilute
solution of sulfuric acid and water. It is available where you
purchased the battery.
WARNING: Battery posts and terminals contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Distributed by Glentronics, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
800.991.0466
www.basementwatchdog.com
Made in USA
WARRANTY
One Year Free Replacement
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