Star Water Systems 3SDHL - Manual (Page 4)

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control charger by removing the plugs from the 115V
wall outlets. run water into the sump until the dC
backup pump is activated by the float switch. Check
all connections for leaks.
6. push alarm reset switch when pump is running. This
will silence the alarm. The pump will continue to run.
7. reconnect the control charger and your primary
pump to the AC wall outlets. The primary pump
should come on and lower the water level in the
sump back to the normal operating level and shut off.
Both primary and backup systems are now ready for
use.
8. The battery charged and charging Led’s will alternate
during normal charging operation.
9. Install a sump cover. A cover will prevent solid matter
from falling into the sump, prevent odors, and guards
against accidental injury.
BATTERY SELECTION
The dC emergency pump system requires a good quality,
12 volt battery to obtain maximum pumping time during
a power outage. A deep-cycle, 12 volt, 105 amp-hour
marine battery or larger is recommended and will provide
approximately 7½ hours of continuous pumping time in a
sump pump installation with 8' of head pressure. In most
installations the pump runs intermittently and the battery
life is extended accordingly. Batteries with top terminals
are recommended for ease of installation. These batteries
contain acid and proper precaution must be taken when
handling. Maximum battery size 12½" Length x 7" Width x
9½" Height.
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 charging circuits of the Control. It is
for this reason that Star 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
a Maintenance-Free 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
a Gel-filled 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 floor where it
will discharge faster.
• To check specific 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).
CARBON MONOxIDE DETECTORS
Whether you have a “Silent Sentry®” Backup pump
System, or a competitive brand, all use batteries that give
off gaseous by-products when charging. Some of these
by-products can produce a rotten egg odor. Also, some
of these by-products can cause a CO detector to falsely
activate. In order to help prevent false activation, Star
Water Systems recommends moving the battery as far
apart from the CO detector as possible or, if necessary,
vent the battery to the exterior. Star Water Systems
provides the previous statements only as guidelines to
help prevent false activation of the CO detector. In no
IL1004
1-1/2 SCH 40
PVC Pipe x
8-3/4 in Lg.
1-1/2 SCH 40
PVC Tee
1-1/2 SCH 40 PVC
Pipe x 2-1/8 in. Lg
Float Switch
017197
DC Pump
017198
Check Valve Asm
w/Rubber Coupling
and Clamps
NOTE: Check Valve
Screws Into Primary
Pump Discharge.
Hand-tighten Only.
Weep Hole Must Be
Visible
3SDHL Primary Pump
IL1009
Power on “Red”
Indicator
“Charging-Yellow”
“Charged-Green”
Black Lead to
Neg. Battery Terminal
Blue Lead to
Float Switch
Black with Red Tracer
to Pos. Battery Terminal
Non-grounded
Power Cord
Alarm
Reset
FIGURE 3 FIGURE 4