Xylem IM186R03 User Manual [en, es, fr]

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IM186

Battery Backup Sump Pump

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL

Table of Contents

SUBJECT PAGE

Safety Instructions .........................................................................................................................................................2

Basic Tools and Materials Needed .................................................................................................................................2

General Information ......................................................................................................................................................2

Charger Operation ........................................................................................................................................................2

Battery Requirements ....................................................................................................................................................3

Pump Installation and Operation ...................................................................................................................................3

Electrical Connections ...................................................................................................................................................4

Charger/Battery Installation ...........................................................................................................................................4

Battery Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................................4

Repair Parts ...................................................................................................................................................................5

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................6

Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................................................................................8

Owner’s Information

Pump Model Number:

Pump Serial Number:

Control Model Number:

Dealer:

Dealer Phone No.

Date of Purchase: Installation:

RULES FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

DANGER

Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual or on system.

This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. When you see this symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury!

Warns about hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

Warns about hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury or major property damage if ignored.

Warns about hazards that WILL or CAN cause minor personal injury or property damage if ignored.

The word NOTICE indicates special instructions which are important but not related to hazards.

1. To avoid risk of serious bodily injury and property damage, read safety instruction carefully before installing pump.

2. Follow local and/or national plumbing and electrical codes when installing pump. A ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) is recommended for use on any electrical appliance submerged in water.

3. Use this pump only for backup sump pump duty in a residential application. It is not designed as a primary sump pump.

Hazardous Voltage. Can cause severe or fatal electrical shock.

4. Do not plug in or unplug battery charger while standing on a wet ﬂoor or in water. Be sure one hand is free when plugging in or unplugging charger. If basement ﬂoor is wet, disconnect power to basement before walking on ﬂoor.

5. Do not lift pump by electrical cord.

6. Pump water only with this pump.

7. Pump is permanently lubricated at the factory. Do not try to lubricate it!

8. Keep battery charger and battery box in a dry, cool, well ventilated area.

9. To avoid danger of ﬁre or explosion, keep sparks and ﬂame away from battery.

Battery acid is corrosive.

10. Do not spill on skin, clothing or battery charger. Wear eye protection when working on battery.

11. Maximum vertical pumping distance is 15 feet (4.6 M).

12. Make sure pump is clear of debris.

BASIC TOOLS AND MATERIALS NEEDED

Pipe wrenches, screwdriver, hacksaw, adjustable wrench, Teﬂon tape, knife, 12-volt battery, PVC cement, primary pump check valve (if not installed)

GENERAL INFORMATION

The battery back-up sump system is not a substitute for your primary sump pump. It is designed as a backup pump to pinch-hit for your primary sump pump during a power outage or other problem which prevents normal operation. Do not use it to pump ﬂammable liquids or chemicals.

Keep battery charger dry and protected from damage. In an emergency (such as an extended power outage) which depletes the system battery, your automobile battery may be temporarily substituted. Be sure to replace the system battery as soon as possible.

CHARGER OPERATION

Backup pump will start automatically when sump water level rises far enough to trip ﬂoat switch. After a delay of about 4 seconds, alarm will sound. Silence alarm by pushing ALARM TEST/RESET button. In normal (switch actuated) operation, alarm is locked out until about 4 seconds after ﬂoat switch has dropped to OFF position, cycle can then begin again.

Test alarm by pushing ALARM TEST/RESET button when alarm is not sounding. Alarm will then sound as long as button is held down.

If alarm sounds, check operation of primary pump, which may need service. If battery backup operation is due to a power outage, alarm will sound, but no service is likely to be required to primary pump.

Battery charger has capacity to run pump and charge battery at the same time as long as power to the charger is not interrupted. If power to charger circuit is interrupted, the length of time that the backup pump will run depends on the ampere-hour capacity of the battery used.

Extended periods of operation (for example, during an extended power outage) may exhaust the battery. However, once the load is removed, usually it will self-regenerate far enough to allow the charger to start. The battery charger will begin charging the battery as long as the battery has a charge of at least 1/2 volt.

After power is restored, charger will automatically recharge battery fully in about six hours.

NOTICE: If battery has not reached a satisfactory voltage after 24 hours of charging, alarm will sound. In this case alarm cannot be reset. Possible causes are:

PROBLEM ACTION Back-up pump has run Push ‘Reset’. Check main pump Power out more than Disconnect charger from battery.

24 hours Call power company. Continuous charging Disconnect charger from battery.

more than 24 hours Check for defective battery. Loose connection or Disconnect charger from battery.

no power to charger Check plug, receptacle, power at main breaker.

After restoring power or replacing battery, alarm can be reset.

BATTERY REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

CAUTION

Hazardous electrical current.

Can cause severe burns and start a ﬁre if battery terminals are short circuited. Install battery in box. To prevent accidental shorting across battery terminals, strap cover securely on battery box. Do not leave battery uncovered. Do not allow children to play around sump pump installation.

Your backup sump pump depends on the battery used with it for power. The better the battery, the better the performance of the pump.

We recommend the use of a 105 Amp Deep Cycle Marine Battery.

This battery will perform well for many hours and stands up well to long periods of little or no use.

Use of a standard automobile or marine battery with this charger is not recommended. An automobile battery may require charging after only 1-2 hours of continuous use, and the repeated charging cycles may cause early plate failure in the battery.

Use only a new, fully charged battery that will ﬁt in the battery box (maximum size 125⁄8" long, 7" wide and 93⁄8" high (320.7 mm x 177.8 mm x 238 mm) including terminals).

PUMP INSTALLATION AND OPERATION NOTICE: We recommend a trial ﬁtting of all

components before gluing anything. This will allow you to check pump mounting height, ﬂoat switch clearance, etc., while adjustments can still be easily made.

1. Fill sump until primary pump turns on. Mark this level as “Normal High Water”.

2. When installing the pump, mount the centerline of the tee inlet at least 2 inches above the normal high water level.

3. Check that the location of the tee is at least 2 inches below the top of the sump.

4. Make sure the installation will not interfere with the primary sump pump operation as follows:

(A) Back up pump must not interfere with primary pump ﬂoat switch swing.

(B) Normal high water level must not be high enough to start the back-up pump.

(C) Install a check valve in the main sump pump discharge pipe below the back-up pump tee. Flow in this pipe must be away from the primary pump. DO NOT INSTALL IT BACKWARDS! This valve will prevent ﬂow from the back-up pump back to the sump during battery powered operation.

5. Cut rigid discharge pipe from primary sump pump to length, use PVC piping. Tee supplied is 1½" slip ﬁt; if necessary use 1¼" bushings supplied. Do not glue the tee until all parts have been trial ﬁtted and aligned.

1.6 REF.

SUMP

BACK UP

PUMP

FLOAT

*PRIMARY

PUMP

FIGURE 1

Standard Installation

1½

MAX.

1½

MAX.

TOP OF SUMP

2" MIN.

“ON”

POSITION

(Primary pump

normal high

water level)

CHECK VALVE

Must be installed

to prevent

recirculation

into sump.

TEE

PUMP

TEE

CHECK

pump

CHECK VALV E

PRIMARY DISCHARGE PIPE

VALV E

FIGURE 2

Assembly Details

PUMP

ELBOW

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

6. Thread check valve tightly into the elbow provided and plug the pump discharge into the other end of the elbow. Secure with hose clamp. Slip the plain end of the check valve into the side socket of the tee.

7. Install the ﬂoat switch on the stainless steel bracket provided and attach the bracket as shown. Adjust bracket to support pump/switch assembly to approximately level position.

8. Check for clearance to all working parts of the primary and back-up pump systems.

9. Remove pump assembly from tee. Remove tee from pump.

10. Using PVC cement, permanently install the tee on the discharge pipe, according to the PVC cement instructions.

Hazardous Fumes. Follow cement manufacturer’s instructions. Use PVC cement only in a well ventilated area away from ﬁre or ﬂame.

11. Reinstall switch/bracket assembly.

12. Using PVC cement, permanently install the pump assembly by cementing the check valve in the tee side socket, with the pump base approximately level.

13. Adjust the switch/bracket assembly to support the pump. Tighten the clamp.

14. Make sure battery is fully charged: then check operation by disconnecting power to the primary sump pump and ﬁlling sump until the battery operated pump starts. Run pump through one complete cycle.

15. Operation may be checked at any time by rotating the ﬂoat switch knob or ribbed wheel (4) pivots to turn on the pump.

The liquid sound you hear in the ﬂoat portion of the switch is mercury, not water, and should be disposed of properly. If you cannot arrange for proper disposal, the product may be returned for disposal to place of purchase.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Hazardous Voltage. Can cause serious or fatal electrical shock. Review safety instructions before operating charger.

Do not modify cord or plug.

CHARGER/BATTERY INSTALLATION NOTICE: Alarm will sound when charger is ﬁrst

connected to battery. Press ALARM TEST/ RESET button on charger. If alarm continues to sound, disconnect one charger lead from the battery and reconnect it. Press ALARM TEST/RESET again; alarm will stop sounding.

1. Connect charger as shown in Figure 3. A. Connect Positive (+) lead from charger to positive battery terminal. B. Connect (–) lead from charger to negative battery terminal. C. Connect the third (blue) lead from the charger to the blue tap on the brown pump wire just before the fuse holder. D. Put the 15 Amp fuse into ½ of the fuse holder and connect the second half of the fuse holder.

E. Connect the black pump wire to the Negative battery terminal. F. Connect the gray switch wire marked + to the Positive battery terminal.

2. Plug in power cord to a 115-125 Volt AC outlet delivering at least 2 amps. Do not use a switch controlled outlet. Mark circuit in main power panel “Backup sump pump power supply; do not turn off”.

3. With charger properly connected and plugged in, the panel on the front of the charger will appear as in one of the following: A. If battery is dead, charger will supply about 10 amps power (see Figure 3A). B. If battery is near full charge, charger will deliver about 5 amps power (see ﬁgure 3B). C. If battery is fully charged, charging current will be 0 amps and green LED lamp will be lighted (see ﬁgure 3C).

4. The charger is equipped with a self-resetting circuit breaker which protects it from temporary overloads. In case of an overload, the circuit breaker will open. It automatically resets after a short cool-down period. In some conditions where the overload is extended the breaker will cycle, repeating the open/ reset process indeﬁnitely. When this happens, normally the charger will emit a clicking sound as the breaker opens and resets.

NOTICE: If the clicking sound continues for more than 30 minutes or so, check for reversed charger connections to the battery and for shorted cells in the battery.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE NOTICE: To protect battery case from chipping and

gouging, do not let battery sit on concrete ﬂoor (plywood, 2x4’s, etc.). Always install battery in a dry location that is protected from ﬂooding.

1. Unplug battery charger.

2. On batteries with removable top caps, measure speciﬁc gravity of electrolyte. Use a hydrometer (available at auto parts stores). If the speciﬁc gravity of any cell is less than 1.225 or if there is more than .050 variation between cells, replace the battery.

3. Check electrolyte level and reﬁll as needed.

4. Check battery terminals and clamps for tightness and corrosion. Clean and tighten as needed.

5. Plug in battery charger.

FIGURE 3 – Battery Backup

3A.

3B.

Control Panel

A. Battery depleted – charging current 10 Amps.

B. Battery nearly charged – current about 5 Amps.

C. Charge complete – current 0 amps, LED lights up.

3C.

REPAIR PARTS

pump

1¼"

REDUCING BUSHINGS

(2) if required

SWITCH

HOSE CLAMP

1½"

BRACKET

ELBOW

CHECK

VALVE

1½ TEE

IF REQUIRED

TEE

(opening on other side)

CLAMP

IF REQUIRED

Item Number Required SPBB SPBB2

1 Tee, 1½" Socket Thermoplastic 1 6K146 2 Reducing Bushing, 1½" x 1¼" Thermoplastic 2 4K499 3 Pump – 2000GPH or 3700GPH Varies 1 9K318 9K499 4 Float Switch Assembly — 1 9K319 5 Fuse Holder — 1 9K320 6 Fuse - 15 Amps/25 Amps — 1 9K321 9K565 1 9K322

2 9K324 3 9K325 8 Terminals - Top Post Battery — 2 9K326 9 Battery Case Thermoplastic 1 9K327 10 Charger Assembly — 1 9K328 11 Check Valve - 1" MPT Thermoplastic 1 6K147 6K174 12 Elbow - 1" FPT Thermoplastic 1 6K148 6K175 13 Hose Clamp — 1 4K497 14 Pump / Switch Bracket — 1 9K329 15 Hose Clamp — 1 4K498

Part Description Material

7 Wire Terminals —

BLACK

BROWN

FUSE HOLDER

GRAY

pump

FUSE

BLUE

Quantity Repair Part Repair Part

1 9K323

NEGATIVE

CONNECTORS

BATTERY 105 AMP

MIN.

POSITIVE

ELBOW

HOSE

CLAMP

pump

CHECK VALVE

TEE

BRACKET

SWITCH

FIGURE 4

GRAY

BLACK/WHITE

BLACK

CHARGER

TROUBLESHOOTING

Pump won’t run:

1. Check all connections.

2. Check for low or defective battery.

3. Check that automatic switch is operating properly.

4. Blown fuse in switch circuit. Unplug pump and re move the strainer. Check to see if impeller is free to turn. If impeller is locked remove the obstruction. Replace strainer and fuse.

Motor hums but pump won’t run:

1. Check for low or defective battery.

Pump runs but pumps very little or no water:

1. Make sure a check valve is installed and functioning between primary pump discharge and backup sump pump tee.

2. Check for obstruction in discharge pipe.

3. Discharge pipe length and/or height exceeds capacity of pump. See Table 1 for pump capacity.

4. Check for low or defective battery.

5. Drill a 1⁄16 to 1⁄8 inch diameter vent hole between pump discharge and check valve.

Pump cycles too frequently:

1. Main check valve located between discharge of primary pump and the backup sump pump tee or check valve not installed or working properly. Install or repair as required.

NOTE: “Deep Cycle Marine” batteries are different than marine and automotive batteries!

This warranty applies to all water systems pumps manufactured by Red Jacket Water Products. Any part or parts found to be defective within the warranty period shall be replaced at no charge to the dealer during the warranty period. The war-

ranty period shall exist for a period of twelve (12) months from date of installation or eighteen (18) months from date of manufacture, whichever period is shorter.

A dealer who believes that a warranty claim exists must contact the authorized Red Jacket Water Products distributor from whom the pump was purchased and furnish complete details regarding the claim. The distributor is authorized to adjust any warranty claims utilizing the Red Jacket Water Products Customer Service Department.

The warranty excludes:

(a) Labor, transportation and related costs incurred by the dealer; (b) Reinstallation costs of repaired equipment; (c) Reinstallation costs of replacement equipment; (d) Consequential damages of any kind; and, (e) Reimbursement for loss caused by interruption of service.

For purposes of this warranty, the following terms have these deﬁnitions:

(1) “Distributor” means any individual, partnership, corporation, association, or other legal relationship that stands between Red Jacket Water Products

and the dealer in purchases, consignments or contracts for sale of the subject pumps.

(2) “Dealer” means any individual, partnership, corporation, association, or other legal relationship which engages in the business of selling or leasing

pumps to customers.

(3) “Customer” means any entity who buys or leases the subject pumps from a dealer. The “customer” may mean an individual, partnership, corpora-

tion, limited liability company, association or other legal entity which may engage in any type of business.

THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS TO THE DEALER ONLY.

RED JACKET WATER PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY

Xylem, Inc. 2881 East Bayard Street Ext., Suite A Seneca Falls, NY 13148 Phone: (866) 325-4210 Fax: (888) 322-5877 www.xyleminc.com/brands/redjacketwaterproducts

Red Jacket Water Products is a trademark of Xylem Inc. or one of its subsidiaries.

+ 16 hidden pages