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INITIAL START-UP AND OPERATION
1. Test the installation for leaks by running water into the sump, allowing
for normal operation of the primary pump.
2. Check the controller. The System Ready light will be green when the
unit
is plugged into the 115 V wall outlet. The battery will indicate its condition
when the controller has DC power. When the unit is first plugged in, all
lights will flash and alarm will sound to verify all lights and the alarm work.
Note that the charger may not begin charging for several minutes.
3. Disconnect the primary pump from its power source before touching
any component in the sump pit.
4. Lift
the operational float switch. After a couple seconds the DC backup
pump will run, and the alarm will sound after about 1 second. Lower the
operational float switch after the alarm sounds.
Take care that the intake
of the DC pump is set above the inlet of the primary pump. Press silence
for 3 seconds to clear out the alarm and reset the unit.
CAUTION
Continuous dry running may cause overheating and damage
the pump seals. Upon release of the float switch, the pump will shut off.
Be sure there are no obstructions around the float.
5. Complete the final testing of your installation by ensuring the primary
pump
is still disconnected from power. Then, unplug the fit controller from the
115 V wall outlet. Run water into the sump until the DC backup pump is
activated by the operational float switch. Check all connections for leaks.
6. Push the Silence button when the pump is running. This will silence
the alarm. The pump will continue to run until the operational float is
deactivated.
7. Reconnect the controller and the primary pump to the AC wall outlets. The
primary pump may come on, lower the water level in the sump back to its
normal operating level, and shut off. Both primary and backup systems
are now ready for use. Hold silence button for several seconds to reset
the unit.
8. Hold silence button for several seconds to reset the unit. LED will be
yellow during normal charging operation. See page 6 for a description
of controller functions.
NOTE: When running the pumps, it is normal for a stream of water to spray
out of the 1/8" (3 mm) air relief hole.
Note: In order to provide an alarm when the switch is disconnected the
controller supervises the operational switch connection. It does not
supervise the optional high water sensor connection until a high water
sensor in plugged into the controller.
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TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
1.
DC Pump won’t run.
(a) Check for proper connections.
(b) Check all wire terminal points. Clean if required.
(c) Check for low battery. Service battery if required.
(d) Check 30 amp fuse on controller (see fig. 3). If fuse is blown, replace
with 30 amp automotive blade fuse.
2.
Pump runs but pumps very little or no water without AC power.
(a) Check for low battery. Battery will recharge if green power “on” light
indicates power has been restored and the float switch is in the off
position.
(b) If immediate usage is required, remove and replace dead battery with
a full recharged battery.
(c) Due to varying conditions the pump may continue to run on a low battery
without sufficient power to remove water. Pump will not stop running
until battery is below minimum voltage.
(d)
CAUTION
Weak batteries can be recharged but may not store
sufficient energy for full service. A weak recharged battery can only
be detected by reduced pumping time or by professional load testing
equipment. If your emergency pump system is used frequently the
battery should be checked by a qualified battery dealer.
3.
Pump runs but pumps very little or no water.
(a) Verfiy pump is connected completely.
(b) Check to make sure pump weep hole is clear and unit is not airlocked.
(c) Make sure discharge piping is not blocked.
4.
Pump cycles too frequently.
(a) Check positions of rubber stops on operational float rod.
(b) Adjust upper rubber float stop as required. Recommended for standard
installation.
5.
Float switch in “on” position for more than 3 seconds. Pump won’t run.
(a) Remove pump. Check for obstruction in pump preventing impeller from
rotating.
6.
Pump runs, but pumps water intermittently.
(a) Pump is air locking. Check flow of water incoming to sump. If water is
entering the sump at a high velocity creating a turbulent condition, a
mixture of air and water may cause a complete or partial air lock and
reduce or stop the flow of water in the discharge pipe.
(b) Baffle the incoming stream of water to reduce turbulence. Diverting
water stream against wall of basin usually corrects an air lock problem.
7. Water level stays high. DC Pump continues to run.
(a) Battery is low.
(b) If power has been restored and water in sump remains high check
primary pump. Service if required.
(c) After several hours the battery will be restored to full charge.
8. Alarm sounds during battery recharge cycle.
(a) To silence alarm if alarm will not reset, unplug the charger from 115 V
wall outlet, then disconnect the black lead from charger on negative (-)
battery post. Check battery. Replace if necessary. Reconnect and refer
to Installation (step 11).
12. Connect the plugs for the pump, operational switch and optional high water
switch (if applicable) in the appropriate receptacles on the controller.
13. Plug the controller into the 115 V wall outlet. The primary sump pump and the
controller should be on separate circuits.
14. Reconnect power to the primary sump pump.
High water reed sensor
If using the optional high water sensor, install it with the "on" level set at least
1" above the "on" level of the operational float using the supplied bracket and
clamp. Move the switch up and down, ensuring free movement without
interfence from any obstructions inside the sump or lid.
The controller will alarm and run the pump if the high water sensor's float
is "up". If the high water sensor should no longer be monitored, perform a
factory reset by holding both buttons (silence and test) on the controller
for 5 + seconds.
