How long do Basement Watchdog batteries last?
| Big Standby Battery | Maintenance Free/ AGM Battery ** | |
| Big Dog Connect | 50 hours | 40 hours |
| Special Connect | 60 hours | 48 hours |
| Emergency | 100 hours | 80 hours |
| Big Standby Battery | Maintenance Free/ AGM Battery** | |
|---|---|---|
| BATTERY BACKUP SYSTEM RUN TIME* | ||
| Emergency | 100 hours | 80 hours |
| COMBO SYSTEM RUN TIME* | ||
| Big Combo | 60 hours | 48 hours |
What kind of battery does the basement watchdog use?
The Basement Watchdog batteries have been designed specifically to work with the Basement Watchdog backup systems and combo systems. The wet cell standby batteries are the only batteries that accommodate the fluid sensor, which is a very important feature for maintaining battery performance.
How many hours a day does a basement watchdog run?
They are also rated for continuous duty which means they are built to run continuously 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. What is included with the Basement Watchdog primary pump?
What is included with the basement watchdog backup system?
Using a maintenance free battery with an older system may cause false alarms. Please call (800) 991-0466 for questions of compatibility. What is included with the Basement Watchdog backup system? All Watchdog systems include the pump, monitoring/charging controller, fluid sensor, float switch, and battery box.
Why does the basement watchdog battery need to be activated with acid?
The Basement Watchdog Wet Cell standby batteries are sold dry and have to be activated with acid. This allows us to make sure that our customers get the most out of the battery.
How long does a watchdog battery in a sump pump last?
Can I use a maintenance-free battery on your combo systems?Big Standby BatteryMaintenance Free/ AGM Battery**COMBO SYSTEM RUN TIME*Big Combo60 hours48 hoursCombo100 hours80 hours
How often replace sump pump battery?
every five yearsBattery must be replaced every five years (and costs about $100).
How long does battery last on battery back up sump pump?
As a general rule of thumb, during a power outage most new fully-charged batteries will last roughly 5-7 hours of continuous pumping and roughly 1-3 days of non-continuous pumping depending on the frequency. The longer the pump runs, the less power it has.
Does the Basement Watchdog charge the battery?
Use the Basement Watchdog control unit for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. DO NOT use the control unit for charging dry-cell batteries that are most commonly used with home appliances.
How long do backup batteries last?
Most UPS batteries have an expected life of 3-5 years, but other factors can also shorten the life of the battery, such as temperature, humidity, and frequency of power events.
Can you recharge a sump pump battery?
Sump pump battery backup systems are smart devices. They have to be to realize when they're needed, i.e. they are in sync with your main pump and know when to come on when the other doesn't. Operating features usually include automatically recharging after power is restored.
How long can a sump pump go without power?
Depending on the size of the battery and the actual consumption needs of the sump pump and property, a battery-powered pump within a sump pump could well protect you for anything up to 53 hours.
How do I check my battery backup sump pump?
0:173:00How Long Does a Backup Sump Pump Battery Last? (w - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOn the rig you see set up here we tested the pump every hour and recorded the results. In betweenMoreOn the rig you see set up here we tested the pump every hour and recorded the results. In between tests we reconfigured the test setup into a circular loop to allow for continuous pumping.
Why is my sump pump battery backup beeping?
This usually means your pump is not working because a) it is not receiving any or enough power or b) your pump is old, has worn out, and needs to be replaced. Your pump alarm goes off when it senses water which can also be, more rarely, that you have some sort of plumbing leak which has triggered the alarm from above.
Why is my watchdog sump pump beeping?
If the battery has low power levels, this will trigger the alarm. There are a couple steps you can take to confirm your battery no longer holds a charge before you replace it with a new battery (or with the more reliable Water Commander™ system). 1.
How do I add water to my basement watchdog battery?
0:212:09How to fill a Basement Watchdog Standby Battery - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSupport the fluid pack by resting it on top of the battery. Box then insert the hose into the firstMoreSupport the fluid pack by resting it on top of the battery. Box then insert the hose into the first cell and control the flow by pinching the hose with your thumb and forefinger.
How do I change the battery in my sump pump?
1:209:01How to Replace & Disconnect Sump Pump Battery - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThis is a six cell battery. The first thing we're gonna do with his battery is we're gonna removeMoreThis is a six cell battery. The first thing we're gonna do with his battery is we're gonna remove the tin strip which is going to expose the six cells.