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USB DATA PORT

This  system  has  been  updated  with  a  USB  port
on the side of the controller. The purpose of this
port  is  to  allow  communication  with  the
Basement Watchdog Connect Modules.

CONNECT MODULES

The  Basement  Watchdog  Connect  Modules  are
separately  sold  accessories  that  will  allow  the
user  to  stay  connected  and  receive  remote
notifications  of  potential  problems  and  needed
maintenance  while  away  from  home.  There  are
currently two modules that can be connected:

Basement Watchdog WiFi Module

(Model No. BW-WiFi)
• Sends emails or text notifications and status

alerts to your phone, tablet or computer

• No required monthly or yearly fees or

subscriptions

Model No. BW-WiFi

Basement Watchdog 
Home Automation Module 

(Model No. BW-HZM)
• Easily connects to compatible monitored

security or home automation system

• Connects using Z-

Wave Plus

Model No. BW-HZM

For more information, please visit
www.BasementWatchdog.com

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

and pump strainer.

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 yellow cap from

the battery and rinse any residue buildup from
the  bottom  of  the  battery  cap.    Replace  the
cap and fluid sensor.

8. Check and clean battery terminals.

9. Check  battery  fluid  levels  once  every  four

months.

PARTS & SERVICE INFORMATION

You  can  receive  technical  support  parts  or
service information 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

Summary of Contents for Special CONNECT

Page 1: ...ge for Narrow Sumps 7 Battery Instructions Preparation of the Battery 8 9 Control Unit Connections Positioning the Float Switch 9 Connecting the Pump 9 Installing the Battery Fluid Sensor 10 Connectin...

Page 2: ...observe the following precautions Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead acid battery Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in...

Page 3: ...mps or a Y connector and two 2 check valves depending on the installation method you use A surge protector recommended Six 6 quarts of 1 265 specific gravity battery acid 30HDC140S and BW 30F Battery...

Page 4: ...ove the main AC pump Try to fit the backup pump on the floor of the sump first Make sure there is enough room so that the backup pump and the main pump do not touch each other Select the installation...

Page 5: ...he discharge pipe to an exterior wall via the shortest path with the fewest turns More turns will reduce the pumping capacity The pipe section exiting the building should be on a downward slope so tha...

Page 6: ...ed at this time Cut the discharge pipe approximately one 1 foot above the floor Install a check valve on the top of the pipe and tighten the bottom hose clamp Now prime and cement a small piece of 1 P...

Page 7: ...e path of the rest of the pipe and the details of each installation will vary Using sound plumbing practices route the discharge pipe to an exterior wall via the shortest path with the fewest turns Mo...

Page 8: ...he Basement Watchdog pump Make sure it is installed with the arrow pointing up or it will not prevent the backflow of water 6 When a check valve is used a 1 8 hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe abov...

Page 9: ...IS PAGE IF THE TOP OF YOUR BATTERY LOOKS LIKE PHOTO B ON PAGE 9 FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 9 Contains sulfuric acid Wear eye and clothing protection If battery acid contacts skin or clothing wash...

Page 10: ...uously The system will NOT warn you if the fluid level is low in this configuration You will need to check your battery every couple of months to see if it needs water If the battery dries out the sys...

Page 11: ...see if it needs water If the battery dries out the system will not work If you are using a maintenance free battery or sealed AGM battery you will also need to attach the fluid sensor to the POSITIVE...

Page 12: ...the battery should recharge If no other lights are on this means the terminals may be corroded and the battery cannot charge properly Unplug the charger from the wall outlet Then check the battery ca...

Page 13: ...he 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 YELLOW button on the front of the control panel f...

Page 14: ...disconnect the battery cables from the battery Then call Glentronics technical support for instructions at 800 991 0466 option 3 You may need to replace the pump 4 Plug the main AC pump back into the...

Page 15: ...ing up 3 Fan the area around the top of the battery with a piece of cardboard or another non metallic material to remove any hydrogen or oxygen gas that may have been emitted from the battery 4 Remove...

Page 16: ...be taken to prevent a flood To silence certain alarms for 24 hours press the YELLOW button for 5 seconds until you hear a buzz The alarms will automatically re activate in 24 hours TESTING THE FLOAT S...

Page 17: ...sit www BasementWatchdog com 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 and p...

Page 18: ...ower cord is plugged in securely None if the utility company has instigated brown outs Otherwise reduce the number of other appliances on the circuit Make sure the pump is securely plugged into the ba...

Page 19: ...ed below GLENTRONICS INC at its option will either repair or replace the product and return it postage prepaid What is NOT Covered by this Warranty This warranty does not cover the cost or value of da...

Page 20: ...e cage Should one float fail to operate the second float automatically activates the pump The protective cage prevents debris or other wires from interfering with the movement of the float It can be u...

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