Basement Watchdog Greenline BW User Manual

Basement Watchdog

Sump Pumps

Instruction Manual &

Safety Warnings

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important SAFETY WARNINGS and

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for the Basement Watchdog pumps. You will need to refer to
it before attempting any installation or maintenance.
ALWAYS keep these instructions with the unit so that they will be easily accessible.
Failure to read and follow these warnings and instructions could result in property
damage, serious injury, or death.

Models

BW1033

and

BW1050

 WARNING

• ALWAYS disconnect the pump from the power source before servicing or making

adjustments.

• NEVER handle the pump or motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp

surface while the pump is plugged into the power source.

• MAKE SURE THERE IS A PROPERLY GROUNDED RECEPTACLE AVAILABLE. This pump is

wired with a 3-prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain
that it is only connected to a properly grounded, 3-prong receptacle. If you have a 2­prong receptacle, have a licensed electrician replace it with a 3-prong receptacle
according to local codes and ordinances.

• NEVER bypass grounding wires or remove the ground prong from the plug.

• DO NOT use an extension cord. The electrical outlet should be within the length of the

pump’s power cord, and at least 4 feet above the floor level to minimize potential
hazards from flood conditions.

• DO protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals.

Avoid kinking the cord.

• MAKE SURE the supply circuit has a fuse or circuit breaker rated to handle the power

requirements noted on the nameplate of the pump.

 CAUTION

• DO NOT use the power cord or strain relief to carry the pump. Use the pump handle.

• DO NOT expose the control unit to rain or snow.

• DO NOT operate the pump or control unit if it has been damaged in any way.

• DO NOT use sump pumps in pits handling raw sewage, salt water, or hazardous liquids.

• DO NOT disassemble the pump or control unit. When service is required, contact

Glentronics technical support at 800-991-0466, option 3. Return the product to the
manufacturer for any repairs at the following address:

Glentronics, Inc., 645 Heathrow Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Risk of electric shock. To reduce this risk, observe the
following precautions.

To reduce the risk of hazards that can cause injury or
property damage, observe the following precautions.

Items Included:

Pump
Dual float and controller
Stainless steel hose clamp

1/3 HP Pump

BW1033

1/2 HP Pump

BW1050

Specifications 1/3 HP Model BW1033 1/2 HP Model BW1050

GPH @ 0’ 3600 4400
GPH @ 10’ 2600 3200
G/Wh 6.2 6.3
Pump diameter 6.2” 6.2”
Volts 115V, 60Hz 115V, 60Hz
Amps 3.5 4.2

G/Wh = Gallons per Watt Hour G/Wh = GPH/(Amps x Volts)

You may also need:

A 1-1/2” PVC pipe adapter to screw
into the discharge hole on top of
the pump

1-1/2” rigid PVC pipe to connect
to the existing plumbing

A check valve or rubber union
PVC pipe cleaner and cement
Wire ties or hose clamps

The Dual Float

& Controller

NOTICES

PUMP
WIRE

AIR

RELIEF

VALVE

FLOOR
JOIST

SLOPE

PIPE

DOWN

DISCHARGE

P

IPE

G

ATE

VALVE

U

NION/CHECK

VALVE

BASEMENT
WATCHDOG
PUMP

STRAINER

DUAL

FLOAT

HANDLE

STAINLESS

STEEL HOSE

CLAMP

BRICKS

DRAIN TILE

FLOAT WIRE

WIRE TIE

DUAL FLOAT
CONTROLLER

PLUGGED INTO

AC OUTLET

PIT COVER

DISCHARGE

PIPE

GATE

VALVE

UNION/CHECK

VALVE

DUAL FLOAT CONTROLLER

PLUGGED INTO

AC OUTLET

PUMP
WIRE

FLOAT

WIRE

• The Basement Watchdog BW1033 and BW1050 come equipped with a built-in
air relief valve located on the top of the pump. While the pump is active,
some water may come out of the valve. This is normal. The valve is needed to
prevent an air lock within the pump. DO NOT obstruct the air relief valve or an
air lock may prevent the pump from activating.

• The control unit must receive 115V AC +/- 5% and 60 Hz from the AC outlet.

• These primary pumps will not provide protection during a power outage. With the
risk of property damage from high water levels, the addition of a Basement
Watchdog battery backup sump pump system is highly recommended.

• After the initial installation, be sure to check the operation by filling the sump
with water and observing the pump operation through one full cycle.

• For continuous duty operation, the pump must be submerged at least 3/4 of the
depth of the pump at all times.

• In instances where the discharge line is exposed to freezing temperatures, the pipe
must be sloped downward so any remaining water will drain out. Failure to do so
will prevent water from exiting the sump and damage the pump if the line freezes.

Installation Instructions

Prior to Installation

1. Visually inspect your pump. Products may be damaged during shipping. If the
product has been damaged, contact your place of purchase or Glentronics, Inc.
before installation.

2. Thoroughly read the instructions provided to learn specific details regarding
installation and use. This manual should be retained for future reference.

 WARNING

1. Use a pit that conforms to all local
codes and is large enough to
accommodate the pump and float
switch. The minimum requirements for
pumps with the double float assembly
are 7⬙ in diameter and 14⬙ deep.
However, larger sump pits are preferred,
since they will extend the discharge
cycle and reduce the number of times
the pump turns on.

2. Clean the pit of all debris. The pump’s
strainer must be kept clear.

3. The pump should not be set directly
onto a clay, earthen, or sand base. You
may install bricks or blocks under the
pump to provide a solid base.

4. The pump should be level.

5. Install discharge plumbing according to
local, regional and state codes. Rigid
PVC pipe is recommended.

6. An in-line check valve is recommended
to prevent back-flow. This check valve
is mandatory when sharing a discharge
line with another pump (i.e. a back-up
pump or a second primary pump).

7. Install a gate valve or ball valve if required by any codes.

8. In instances where the discharge line is exposed to freezing temperatures, the pipe
must be positioned in a downward slope so any remaining water will drain away.
Failure to do this will prevent water from exiting the pit and damage the pump if
the line freezes.

9. If you are replacing an old sump pump:
(a) Unplug the pump from the outlet.
(b) Loosen the check valve or rubber union by

unscrewing the bottom hose clamp. (If the
existing system is installed without a check valve
or rubber union, saw the pipe apart above the
sump pit.)

(c) Remove the old pump and unscrew the pipe and

adapter.

(d) If the adapter fits into the new pump, screw the pipe into the pump. If not,

cut a piece of rigid PVC pipe and connect it to a 1-1/2” PVC adapter by
cementing the two pieces together.

This installation must be in accordance with the National
Electric Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances.

9B

9C

9D

9F

(Follow the instructions on the PVC cleaner and cement.) Then screw the new
piece into the pump.

(e) Loosen the enclosed stainless steel hose clamp by turning the screw

counterclockwise and slip it over the pipe on top of the pump.
(f) Hold the float switch against the discharge pipe so the cage is below the bracket.
(g) Position the bottom of the float at the height you want the pump to activate and

turn the screw clockwise to tighten the hose clamp, but do not tighten it

completely at this time.
(h) Lower the pump into the sump by the handle.
(i) To avoid debris pouring into the float, it should be positioned on the side of the

discharge pipe opposite the drain tile. Note: It is desirable to mount the float
below the drain tile that empties into the pit. Mounting it above the drain tile

would allow water to fill the drain tile before the pump is activated. (See diagram).
(j) Once the switch is in the desired position, tighten the hose clamp.
(k) Connect the pipe on the pump to the existing discharge pipe with a rubber union

or check valve and tighten the hose clamps securely.

Connecting the Pump and Controller

 WARNING

Dual Float Controller

Plug the control box into a properly
grounded, 3-prong receptacle, then insert
the pump plug into the receptacle on the
control box.

For a neater installation, secure the
power cord and the float switch cord to
the discharge pipe with wire ties or hose
clamps. Keep the cords separated from
each other on opposite sides of the pipe.

Completing the Installation

1. After the initial installation, be sure to

check the pump operation by filling the
sump with water and observing the pump through one full cycle. The pump should
run for 10 seconds after the lower float drops. Note: When the pump activates, some

water may come out of the air relief valve located on the top of the pump. This is
normal. The pump should have a “normal pumping” sound. Any abnormal sound,
vibration, or lack of output from the discharge pipe is the signal of a problem. Stop
the pump and refer to the troubleshooting guide.

2. Replace the pit cover making sure not to pinch or crimp the pump wire with the

cover. The pit cover either has a ‘hole punch’ that will allow the cord to be passed
through or one can be drilled.

Make sure the outlet is single phase, 115V and 60HZ
for all the pump installations.

Product Operation

Dual Float Switch

The dual float switch contains two large floating rings enclosed
within a protective cage. Water will lift the bottom float by a

1

⁄4⬙, which will activate the pump. If for any reason the lower
float does not activate the pump, the water will rise and
activate the second switch. As the pump evacuates the water
from the pit the floats will drop. The pump will run for an
additional 10 seconds to extend the cycle after the lower float
drops. Note: When mounting the float switch, position the

bottom of the cage at the height you want the pump to activate.

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