Questions and Answers for Basement Watchdog Big Combo Connect 1/2 HP Primary and Battery Backup Sump Pump System with Smart Wi-Fi Capable Monitoring Controller
Q:If primary pump stops working , can I replace it with another Basement watchdog pump?
by|Feb 21, 2022
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A: Yes the ordering information is in the back of the manual.
by|Feb 22, 2022
A: Yes, you can replace the primary pump on that system as well as just about every part on it individually. The model number for the stand alone primary pump that comes with this Combination system is SIT-50D. For more information feel free to contact our service team at 800-991-0466 option 3.
by|Feb 22, 2022
Q:Can this work in a shallow pit ?
by|Dec 31, 2021
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A: While the system in its entirety is 18” tall, the top float on the backup switch is only 12” from the bottom and it is 8.75" x 11.75" at the base. So this unit would work in a pit as shallow as 12” with the y-adapter pipe sticking out of the top. For more information, please contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Mar 16, 2022
A: Shallow ? Or narrow ? These battery back up pump is set a cerrain heighth you might wanna look that up before you go any further if your talking shallow
by|Jan 1, 2022
A: Yes it can work in a shallow pit. I’ve installed them in an 18” deep before.
by|May 10, 2023
Q:Pump always makes Noise
by|Dec 19, 2021
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A: It does make a noise while it’s activated but I never notice it unless I’m in the basement
by|Dec 25, 2021
A: If you are having trouble with the system, you should contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Dec 20, 2021
Q:Product Overview states "Plus, the controller exercises the pump weekly to make sure it stays healthy."
Q1. How long does the pump run (minutes) during this exercise run?
Q2. Does the pump need to be submerged in water? What if the pit is dry..damage?
by|Dec 17, 2021
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A: The pump runs for 3-5 seconds during the weekly exercise. The pump can run without water for short periods of time without overheating.
For more information, please contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Dec 18, 2021
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Q:If the main pump fails will the backup keep running as long as there's a/c power? or will it quit when the battery is drained?
by|Sep 23, 2021
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A: The backup pump runs on battery power only. The system will have a longer run time than in an outage, as it will charge between pump cycles, but it will eventually run out. For more information, please contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Nov 22, 2022
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Q:Can I install this sump pump in a window well attached to my perimeter drain?
by|Sep 11, 2021
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A: This unit can work in that application, as long as the electronics and battery are protected from the elements. For more information, please contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Sep 13, 2021
Q:Is the battery included, or purchased separately.?
by|Sep 7, 2021
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A: The battery is sold separately. For more information, please contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Sep 8, 2021
Q:have an older system since 2015.Main pump is shot.Should I replace entire system before all fails?
by|Sep 2, 2021
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A: Most of the parts of the system are replaceable individually including the primary pump. To order parts, you should contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Sep 2, 2021
Q:Does this unit come with the battety housing? It foesnt show in the pictures.
by|Jul 5, 2021
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A: Yes comes with a case to hold battery.
by|Jul 17, 2021
A: This system does come with a battery box. For more information, please contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.
by|Jul 6, 2021
Q:I had a Basement Watchdog 1/2 hp combo pump that was a backup to my primary pump, purchased around 2011. Never ran once since the primary pump covered it, and it was just backup 'insurance'. Casing literally rotted away just setting there for 5 years dormant. So of course, I bought another since I didn't want to be w/o a "Plan B'. So I'm sure the replacement pump is on borrowed time, despite never being needed once.
With this version, has this pump's durability (i.e housing rotting away in ground water) improved?
by|Jun 30, 2021
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A: Our new CITS-50 now comes with a cast iron primary pump. There should be no problem with this pump sitting in ground water. For more information, please contact our customer support team at 800-991-0466, option 3. We are available to take incoming calls from 9am – 5pm CT Monday through Friday.