PHCC Pro Series Pro Series 2400 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 8 hours
continuously. However, most of the time the
pump will turn on and off, and this battery will
run the pump intermittently for days.
To increase the running time of this system to 16
hours of continuous pumping, two batteries can
be connected together. Ideally the batteries
should be of similar age and capacity.
Connecting an old and new battery together will
not charge properly. Specific connection
instructions will be explained on pages 9 and 10.
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.
• The internal construction of some wet cell
batteries may not be compatible with this
system. Glentronics can not guarantee the
compatibility of other brands of batteries.
The use of a Pro Series 2200 battery is
HIGHLY recommended.
DO NOT insert the fluid sensor into any
battery except a Pro Series Standby 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.
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.
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 ON PAGE
9, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 9.
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.
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.
CAUTION
! DANGER
! DANGER/POISON
CAUTION
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