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Preparing the Battery

The Basement Watchdog Emergency Standby

Battery has been designed to run the backup

pump for a minimum of 6 hours continuously.

However, most of the time the pump will turn on

and off, and the battery will run the pump

intermittently for days. In addition the unique

materials in the battery enable it to last longer

in standby service.

To extend the run time of the pump, use the

Basement Watchdog 7.5 Hour battery. It will run

this pump continuously for 12 hours. Why will it

run longer than 7.5 hours? Because the 7.5 hour

battery is rated for other Basement Watchdog

pumps that draw more power (amps). The

emergency pump puts less drain on the battery,

so the battery lasts longer.

NOTE: The battery will not

run the primary pump.

• 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 and cap are

designed to fit the Basement Watchdog

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 Basement Watchdog battery is

HIGHLY

recommended.

DO NOT insert the fluid sensor into any

battery except a Basement Watchdog battery.

DO NOT use the enclosed battery cap on any

battery except a Basement Watchdog battery.

DO NOT drill a hole in the cap or the top of

another brand of battery to accommodate the

fluid sensor. Batteries emit explosive gases,

which can cause serious injury or death.

PREPARING THE BASEMENT

WATCHDOG STANDBY BATTERY

The Basement Watchdog 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.

NOTE: Basement Watchdog batteries now 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.

Instructions for both batteries follow. 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 5, follow the

instructions on page 5.

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 10 minutes and get medical attention.

Review the safety instructions on page 1.

1. If you have not purchased a battery box, place

a plastic garbage bag on the floor with some

paper towels or newspaper on top of it while you

are filling the battery. Place the dry (unfilled)

battery on top of the paper. If you have

purchased a battery box, place it directly on the

floor and place the battery in it.

2. Remove the foil seal on the top of the battery.

3. (a) 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. (b)

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 the cells filled

equally or the battery will not operate

properly. The acid should reach a level about

3/16” below the cap rings. (Diagram B)

A newly filled battery will sometimes require

additional acid after about ten 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 caps on the top of the battery.

Within 15-30 minutes of adding acid, the battery

will be 70-80% charged. The system will then

finish charging the battery. During this trime, the

alarm may sound. This is normal.

Remove the paper and plastic bag from beneath

the battery. Roll it up with the plastic on the

outside and place it in the trash.

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DANGER

CAUTION

DANGER/POISON

BATTERY A

2nd LEVEL

1st LEVEL

PLATES

CELL WALL

1 1st LEVEL, COVER THE PLATES

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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 B

Do not throw an

old battery in the

trash. Take it to a

service station or

recycling center.

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