PHCC Pro Series Pro Series 2400 Battery Backup Sump Pump System - Manual (Page 10)

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.
2. Place the battery box on the floor. Place the
dry (unfilled) battery into the battery box.
Remove the two battery caps by lifting them
up with a screwdriver. DO NOT lift the cap by
prying it up from the groove on the back of
the cap. It may damage the vent.
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
below. 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 on page 8. 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, press the 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.
This backup system will also accommodate a
maintenance-free battery, eliminating the need
to fill the battery. Slide the switch on the front
of the controller panel to the type of battery
being used with the system. The fluid sensor is
not needed when using maintenance-free
batteries. However, you MUST attach the fluid
sensor to the positive post of the battery to
silence the fluid alarm.
Control Unit Connections
Risk of electrical shock or battery explosion,
which can cause serious injury or death.
Unplug the main AC pump to avoid electrical
shock. Wear eye protection. Work in a well-
ventilated area. Do not smoke or allow a spark
or flame in the vicinity of the battery. Avoid
dropping metal tools on the battery. If battery
acid contacts eyes, flush with water for 15
minutes and get prompt medical attention.
Review the safety instructions on page 1.
Position the control unit in a
secure place approximately four
(4) feet above the floor. Be sure
the power cord will reach the AC
power outlet, and the pump cable
and the float switch will reach
the bottom of the sump pit.
Position the unit in a well-
ventilated area. Do not place
anything on top of the battery.
Do not place anything on top of
the control unit. (Diagram F)
1. Positioning the dual float
switch: The float switch will
activate the pump when the
water raises either float, and it
will remain running as long as
the water is above the float.
When the water drops below
the float switch, an internal
timer in the control unit will
keep the pump running an
additional 25 seconds to
empty the sump pit. The
switch should be mounted
about six (6) inches above the
water level line in the sump
pit. Attach the float switch
very securely to the discharge
pipe with the stainless steel
hose clamp. Unscrew the
clamp. Wrap it around the
float bracket and pipe, and then tighten the
screw until the float is secure. Be sure the
switch is positioned vertically with the mounting
bracket at the top. Do not tilt the switch. Do
not position the float switch on the side of the
discharge pipe facing the drain tile or any
incoming rush of water!
2. Connecting the pump: Remove the security
tag from the pump and plug the pump wires into
the pump connector on the back of the control
unit. Keep the backup pump wire, the AC pump
wire, and the float wire separate from each
other. Do not let them cross on the final
installation.
3. Installing the battery fluid sensor: Remove
the cover of the battery box by pushing in the
tabs on the front and back, then lifting up.
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BATTERY CABLE
SENSOR WIRE
SENSOR
TERMINAL
BATTERY
BATTERY
BOX
AC
OUTLET
SURGE
PROTECTOR
COMPUTER
CONTROL UNIT
PUMP
WIRE
FLOAT WIRE
FLOAT SWITCH
PIPE ADAPTER
PRO SERIES
BACKUP PUMP
MAIN AC PUMP
WIRE
TIE DRAIN TILE
AC
PUMP
WIRE
UNION
OR
CHECK
VALVE
Diagram F
! DANGER
1
CAUTION
2
4
BATTERY B
2 1 3