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The Basement Watchdog BW4000 Combination Is Highly Rated By Customers

The Pros Cons List Tells Why The BW4000 Is So Popular

Four Float Switches Keep It Working If One Float Switch Fails

BW4000 Comes Pre-Assembled So Install is Easy

 
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Pictured is the Basement Watchdog BW4000 now upgraded to CITS-50 Combination Sump Pump primary pump with battery backup sump pump
 
 
 

The Basement Watchdog BW4000 is given a 93% high rating by customer. It is a combination pump system with the primary submersible sump pump BW1050 and the Battery Backup BWSP (The Watchdog Special). It offers good quality for the cost. At a 10 foot lift the BW1050 pumps 37 gallons per minute and the BWSP pumps 29 GPM. Each pump has a dual float switch that is independent of the pump thus allowing the owner to determine the height of the switch cage placement.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog BW4000 Combination Sump Pump WIth Primary and battery BackUp Sump.
 
 
 

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The Pros And Cons List Tells Why The BW4000 Rates So Highly By Customers

The pros and cons show the pros far outweigh the cons five to one. This is why customers give the BW4000 a 93% recommend rating. The pros and cons have meaning when associated with the features and specifications. Get the details for the pros and cons by clicking a specific pros cons link or scroll down the page to read the features and specs for all of the pros and cons.

15 Pros For The Basement Watchdog Combo Sump Pumps

1) Expensive But Competitively Priced Based On Its Quality.
2) Four Float Switches Are Better Than One
4) Eco-Friendly. Water-filled And Low Amp Usage
5) High Pump Performance For Its Motor Size
6) Cast Iron Housing Makes Primary Pump More Durable
7) Power Supply. At Least 7.5 Hours Of Continuous Pumping With No Electricity.
8) Small Foot Print. Twelve Inch Diameter Pit Is Enough.
10) Check Valve Is Already Installed.
11) Weekly Testing Gives Confidence Backup Pump Will Work When Needed
12) WiFi Connectivity With Module BW-WiFi Keeps The Home Owner Informed Remotely. LED Screen Displays Error Messages At The Pump.
13) Low Maintenance Or Maintenance Free Battery Options Exist.
14) Two Batteries Can Be Connected In Parallel To Double The Runtime.
15) Easy To Install. A DIYer Can Do It.
 
Cons
1) Top Suction Type With No Solids Handling
2) Low Amp Battery Charger Takes More Than One Day To Recharge A Fully Depleted Battery
3) Combination Pump System Warranty Is Two Years
 
 
 
 

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BW4000 Is Expensive But It Works When Electricity Goes Out And Is Competitively Priced Based On Its Good Quality

The Basement Watchdog BW4000, now upgraded to CITS-50, is expensive, but not as bad as having a basement flood while away on vacation. Time for cleanup, mold and mildew buildup and loss of personal property is so much more costly. And no price can match peace of mind. We never want a flood in our finished basement so have two battery backup sump pumps. We figure that is a small price to pay for preventing a potential flooded mess.

The BW4000 and CITS-50 are combination sump pumps. This means this system consists of both a primary and battery backup sump pump. So whenever the electricity goes out or the primary sump pump fails the battery backup sump pump automatically takes over. Their pumping performance is high; the CITS-50 primary pump housing is cast iron and the system has four float switches.

Pictured is a flooded finished basement. Floods cause propery damage and loss, mold and mildew and loss of time and loss of peace of mind. Installing a battery backup sump pump is much cheaper and smarter.
 
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Four Float Switches Are Better Than One

The first thing to fail on a sump pump is the float switch; therefore the BW4000 and the CITS-50 provide a great solution. Their primary and battery backup sump pump both have two float switches for each pump. This means that when one switch fails, the other one takes over automatically. Float switches are mechanical; therefore, they will fail. So rather than face sump pump float switch failure during a heavy rainstorm without a backup plan, the BW4000 and CITS-50 provide a great solution with a second float switch waiting for action.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog SIT-50D primary pump andBWSP battery backup sump pump with two float swithces each for reduancty protections when one float switch fails.
 
 
 

Pre-assembled Wye Connection Makes Installation Easy

The pre-assembled Wye connection with the BW4000 and CITS-50 combination pump system removes the difficulty of dealing with confusing discharge pipe angles, measurements and cuttings. Only one straight pipe cutting is needed. This simple configuration makes it easy to install this pump system. Even an inexperienced home owner can now confidently install this pump system.

Pictured is a WYE that joins the Basement Watchdog BW4000 and CITS-50  Combination sump pumps
 
 
 

Eco-Friendly

The BW4000 Combo Pump system is Eco-friendly for three reasons.
1) Water used to bathe the motor rather than oil protects the environment. Water easily mixes and evaporates. Oil causes a film and stops oxygen getting to plants and animals that live in water.
2) Only 4.5 amps are used by the primary pump while most competitor pumps require well over 6 amps. If the pump runs every 5 minutes it would cost $75 per year less to run this pump than another pump running on 10 to 12 amps.
3) Replacement parts are easy to purchase and install rather than discard the pump housing which can last more than a decade.
 
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High Pump Performance For Its Motor Size

The Basement Watchdog CITS-50 pumps 340 gallons more per hour than the BW4000 at a ten foot vertical height with a maximum lift of 25 feet. This means the motor is more powerful. More pumping performance goes a long way in keeping a basement from flooding during heavy rain storms.

The battery backup BWSP pumps 1850 gallons per hour at a 10 foot lift with a maximum lift of 14 feet. If the primary pump cannot keep up with the water flow into the pit, the backup pump will also kick in so the two pumps work together in moving the water from the pit.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog CITS-50D with-pump-perforance-for SIT-500-andBWSP.
 
 
 

Cast Iron Housing Gives Pump Motor Longer Life

Basement Watchdog BW4000 uses aluminum housing, but CITS-50, the BW4000 primary sump pump upgrade, uses cast iron.

Cast iron boasts three advantages.
1) Cast iron takes longer to heat up which keeps the pump motor from heating up quickly during continuous pumping. As the cast iron housing gets hotter, the pit water cools it.
2) Cast iron is stronger with more durability.
3) Cast iron adds pump weight to keep the pump stationary during continuous pumping.
 

Even though cast iron does corrode over time, an epoxy coating retards corroding and a quality cast iron housing can last decades.

The battery backup pump housing is thermoplastic. The impeller is polycarbonate, the strongest of the thermoplastics.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog SIT-50D primary pump with its durabel cast iron housing. Cast iron is good because it dissipates heat and adds weightn so the pump doesn't move during heaving pumping.
 
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Power Supply. At Least 7.5 Hours Of Continuous Pumping With No Electricity

Using a deep cycle marine battery group size 30 with 140 Amp Hours, this pump will run 7.5 continuous hours with a fully charged battery and longer if it runs intermittently. Using a deep cycle marine battery group size 30 with less Amp Hours means the backup pump will not run as long.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog Deep Cycle Marine Battery Group 30 30HDC 140S Battery for Watchdog Special BWSP Backup Sump Pump.
 
 
 

Small Foot Print. Twelve Inch Diameter Pit Is Enough

The BW4000 and CIT-50 with their two pumps, a primary and a battery backup, fit in a pit that is 12 inches in diameter. This is a very small foot print compared to competitor combination sump pumps. The pit must be at least 18 inches high though a deeper pit is recommended.

Though the two pumps are so close together, there is plenty of room for the float switches because the primary pump floats are in an enclosed cage and attached their corresponding discharge pipe and the backup pump floats are attached to their corresponding discharge pipe so there is no float tangle.

While the system in its entirety is 18 inches tall, the top float on the backup switch is only 12 inches from the bottom and it is 8.75 x 11.75 inches at the base. So this unit would work in a pit as shallow as 12 inches with the wye-adapter pipe sticking out of the top.

 
 
 

Check Valve Is Already Installed

A check valve comes installed to the discharge pipe for the primary sump pump and a check valve comes installed to the discharge pipe for the battery backup pump. This eliminates the need to decide which check valve to purchase, the height at which the check valves should be installed and how they should be attached.

Pictured are the two check valves installed for the pre-assembled Basement Watchdog Combination Sump Pump.
 
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Weekly Testing Gives Confidence Backup Pump Will Work When Needed

Backup pumps are not used often therefore automatic weekly testing gives confidence that it will work when needed. Backup pumps are mechanical and many things can fail such as the battery, fuses or the control unit which acts as the brain for the system. Getting notification that something is wrong before it is needed provides gives time to fix the problem and prevent a flooding issue.

During the weekly testing, the pump runs for 3-5 seconds. Even if the pit does not have much water in it, the pump can run without water for short periods of time without overheating or damaging the pump.

 
 
 

WiFi Connectivity Keeps The Home Owner Informed Remotely And LED Screen Gives Messages At The Pump

Being able to know the status of a combination primary and backup system provides peace of mind when not at home. The BW-WiFi module with its app gives status remotely at any time of the day when connected to the backup system controller USB port.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog CITS-50 USBport on the backup system controller. It also shows the BW-WiFi Model hkked up.
 
 
 

Low Maintenance Or Maintenance Free Battery Options Exist

The Basement Watchdog Battery Backup Sump Pump is designed to accommodate a low maintenance, FLA, or a maintenance free, VRLA, battery.

A low maintenance battery requires adding distilled water to it every 6 months or when the battery monitoring system indicates the electrolyte level for a cell is low. A battery requiring maintenance is known as a flooded lead acid battery (FLA), or wet cell battery, which holds electrolyte solution in liquid form within the battery casing.

A VRLA battery is maintenance free and sealed at the factory and requires no fluid level monitoring. Its electrolyte is absorbed in a plate separator or formed into a gel. An AGM (absorbent glass mat) battery, a type of VRLA battery, has a fine glass fiber separator between the positive and negative plates that helps absorb all the battery acid. AGM batteries hold a charge well, last longer and also much more expensive.

The Basement Watchdog batteries are designed specifically for the Basement Watchdog backup sump pump systems and are highly recommended.

However not all 12V deep cycle marine batteries are designed for maximum results. The other band 12V deep cycle marine batteries that work best with a Basement Watchdog are known as a 12V deep cycle marine battery for trolling. A start up or dual purpose deep cycle marine battery will not perform as expected.

Lithium batteries, though they are labeled as 12V deep cycle marine batteries for trolling, have Lithium Iron Phosphate and they are not designed for battery backup sump pumps.

Pictured is an inside look at a agm Basement Watchdog Battery. Notice what the cells look like.
 
 
 

Two Batteries Can Be Connected In Parallel To Double The Runtime

Seven and one-half hours may not be enough runtime. If not, a second battery can be connected in parallel to double the runtime. The Basement Watchdog BWSP backup controller is capable of handling another battery group size 30 140 Amp hours connected in parallel with the first battery. The only additional purchase necessary is a connection cable.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog Battery Cable that can be used to connect two batteries to run in parallel to double the run time of a backup sump pump.
 
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Easy To Install: A DIYer Can Install The Basement Watchdog Combo System

Here are six reasons why the Basement Watchdog BW4000 and CITS-500 Combo pumps are easy to install.

- No check valve to install. It is already installed with the pre=assembled combo pump system.
- No float switches to install and figure out height placemetn. They are already pre-installed.
- No sizing issues to be concerned about. The combination sump pump (Primary + Backup) fits in a 12 in diameter pit. It has a very narrow footprint.
- Not two connections. Only one connection to the discharge pipe is necessary because the wye-connection is already pre-assembled. This eliminates a lot of frustration and measuring.
- No complicated instructions. Basement Watchdog (Glentronics) provides a detailed video with step by step instructions.
- No battery fluids to fuss with. The BWSP backup pump runs on maintenance-free batteries or if you prefer fluid fill batteries.
- No additional trips to the store. All necessary parts are included with the combination sump pump which does require a purchased battery.
 
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3 Cons For The Basement Watchdog Combo Sump Pumps

 
 
 

Top Suction Type With No Debris Handling Capability

A top suction sump pump has advantages and disadvantages. The impeller design for a top suction pump gives a higher GPH (gallons per hour). On the other hand, a top suction sump pump cannot handle small solids such as pea gravel and debris floating in the water. Over time debris entering the suction causes motor wear.

In contrast to a top suction sump pump, a bottom suction vortex impeller can handle small solids and floating debris and extend the life of the motor and its associated parts.

Pictured is the Basement Watchdog CITS-50 combination sump pump with its top suction.
 
 
 

Low Amp Battery Charger Takes More Than One Day To Recharge A Fully Depleted Battery

The Basement Watchdog Battery Backup Sump Pump BWSP charger is only 1.6 Amps. This is much less than some competitive systems with a 20 Amp charger such a Zoeller battery backup pump systems. The lower the Amps the longer it takes to recharge a fully depleted battery. The BSWP 1.6 Amp charger takes around 46 hours to recharge a completely depleted battery so there is no chance of it working for several days.

The battery charger is controlled by the backup pump controller. It automatically recharges when power is restored after battery usage and it automatically stops charging when the battery is fully recharged. Over charging drains power from the battery..

 
 
 

Combination Pump System Warranty Is Two Years

A two year warranty is sufficient time to know if the combination sump pump system will work when initially installed; however other brands such as Zoeller, Liberty Pump, Superior Pumps and Wayne offer a longer warranty. A longer warranty can be useful because battery backup sump pumps usually do not run frequently.

 
 
 

Highly Rated CITS-50 Replaces Popular BW4000

The customer favorite, BW4000, receives upgrades now available in its successor, CITS-50. CITS-50 recommend ratings surpass its predecessor, BW4000. This review reveals that the CITS-50 has 4 distinct advantages over the BW4000, its predecessor.

The Model CITS-50 which replaces the BW4000 gets the following additional features.
1) Primary Pump housing is cast iron not aluminum.
2) Primary Pump performance increases from 3,200 to 3,540 GPH @ 10 Foot Vertical height.
3) Weekly testing ensures backup pump will work when needed.
Pictured is The Basement Big Combo Combination Sump Pump Model CITS-50 that is upgraded from the BW4000. The CIT-50 is highly rated too.
 
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Is Watchdog A Good Sump Pump?

Basement Watchdog sump pumps, owned by Glentronics, is a good sump pump brand.

The SIT series sump pumps are recommended because they have cast iron housing, two float switches, and a small footprint. Like many sump pump companies, the Watchdog pumps are designed and engineered by Glentronics, but not made in the USA. The cast iron housed sump pumps have a three year warranty and the aluminum and thermoplastic housed sump pumps have a two year warranty.

We own a Basement Watchdog BWSP battery backup system and find it reliable. Our first Watchdog BWSP, already installed when we moved to our house, lasted 12 years. Our second BWSP is 8 years old, powered by a maintenance free battery and working just fine. We appreciate the fact that Glentronics is readily available to answer our questions.

In additional to our Watchdog Backup BWSP, we have a second backup systems. Our Sumpro 75 auxiliary power unit inverts DC battery power to AC power so our Zoeller primary sump pumps can be used as backup pumps as well. We are determined to never experience a flooded finished basement.

 
 
 

How To Install Basement Watchdog Combination Sump Pumps BW4000 and CITS-50

Here are the 10 basic steps for installing the Basement Watchdgo BW4000 and the CITS-50 Combo Sump Pump.

1) Examine what is included with the Basement Watchdog Combo pump kit purchase. Lay it out in the work area by the pit.

Pictured is what comes with the Basement Watchdog Combo pump kit: primary and backup sump pump; controller and controller box;
 

2) Get a good feel for the existing sump pit contents: the sump pumps, the check valves, the elbow connections. If a wet cell battery is used, prepare it by adding the fluid. If a maintenance free battery is used, no additional preparation is necessary.

Pictureed is the old sump pump system whioch needs to be examined to see what exists and what will be removed for the new combination npump system.
 

3) Read the manual for safety warnings and precautions. For example: DO NOT walk on wet surfaces until the power is off; DO NOT handle the old pump with wet hands until it is unplugged; disconnect the pump cord from the wall socket by pulling on the plug not the cord; make sure the wall socket is a grounded receptacle.

Pictureed are the safety and warning messzages to consider when installing a Basement Watchdop Combination Sump Pump.
 

4) Unplug the old pump, unhook connection to main discharge pipe and remove the old pump from the pit. Be ready to catch water remaining in the discharge pipe. Have a bucket handy for the old pump so the area does not get wet.

Pictureed are the removal. of the old pump from the pit.
 

5) Measure the distance from the dangling vertical discharge pipe. There should be 19-1/2 inches from the bottom of the pit to the bottom of the dangling discharge pipe. This distance is necessary to make connection easily to the new combo pump system. If there is too much distance, add more discharge pipe. If the discharge pipe is too long, mark where it should be cut with a hack saw.

Pictureed is the measurement of the length the discharge pipe must be so the new combo pump will connect perfectly.
 

6) Lower the new combo pump system into the pit. Use the handle provided not the cord. Then use the connection provided to connect the discharge pipe from the combo system to the existing discharge pipe system.

Pictureed is the lowering of the new combo pump system into the pit and connecting it to the dsiacharge pipe.
 

7) Thread the wires from the control head to the battery box. Take the wires from the pump. Connect them to the back of then control unit. Make sure the battery is in the battery box and connect the control unit wires to the battery. Black wire to negative post. Then the red wire to the positive post.

Pictureed is wires going through the control head and connecdting the battery cables. The black wire is conncected first to the negative pole and the red wire is connected to the positive pole.
 

8) Plug the controller into the wall outlet. Then plug the primary pump into the controller piggy back. Next plug the battery charger into the wall socket.

Pictureed is plugging the controller into the wall socket and the primary pump cord into the piggy back controller .
 

9) At this point both pumps are operational. Since there are a lot of wires it is best to tie them to the discharge pipe so they are out of the way. Make sure the wires are not touching each other. Put the cover back on the sump pit.

Pictureed is the operational combination sump pump. The sump pit lid can now be placed back on the pit.
 

10) Test the combo pump system by unplugging the primary pump and filling the pit with enough water so the backup pump runs. If it runs without leaks, the installation is complete and successful.

 
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Basement Watchdog Combination Sump Pumps Video Install

Watching a video install for the Basement Watchdog Combination Sump Pumps is a great way to see how it is done by Basement WatchdogCcompany. The video provides the details needed for a perfect install.

 
 
 

Questions About Basement Watchdog Combination Sump Pump System

The following questions will give you details regarding the features and specifications of a Basement Watchdog Combination Sump Pump.

Can I get a replacement main pump for the all in one model (combination pump system)?
Yes. The main sump pump model is SIT-50D and it can be purchased separately. To install a new main pump, remove the brands of the slip connection from the discharge pipe; remove the CITS-50 Combo pump from the pit, Screw the discharge pipe from the old main pump discharge port. Screw the discharge pipe into the new main pump SIT-50D; place the combo system with the SIT-50D main pump in the pit; connect the slip connection to the combo pump system and tighten the clamps; test the system for leaks. No leaks the main pump replacement is complete.
 
Can I get a replacement backup pump for the all in one model (combination pump system)?
Yes. The Basement Watchdog battery backup sump pump, BWSP, can be purchased and installed to replace the failed backup pump.
 
 
Do I need an external check valve with this system, or are the two supplied sufficient?
The two check valves supplied are sufficient. Adding another check valve willl impact the pumping performance because a check valve causes resistance to water being pumped upward. Replacing the existing ones with your favorite check valve is possible; however it will probably means the discharge pipe length may need to be shortened.
 
Are the float switches adjustable?
The float switches could be adjustable. They could be moved up or down on the discharge pipe; however, the primary pump float switch is timed to run 10 seconds so the height of the float switch is set at a height that will empty the pit water in 10 seconds. Moving the float switch up or down will impact the amount of water pumped per cycle. The backup pumps timer is set for 25 seconds. Moving its float switch up or down impacts the amount of water removed from the pit. The floats are controlled by the controller not by the pit water level. When either of the floats on the switch are elevated one-fourth inch the controller activates the switches. So adjusting the height of either float switch is not recommended.
 
How long does a basement watchdog battery last?
A fully charged battery can last for more than a day depending upon then frequency at which it runs. If the backup pump runs continuously it will run about 7 to 8 hours. Deep cycle marine batteries are rated by Amp hours per run time. The BWSP requires at least a 74 Amp battery. For more run time a 100 Amp hour battery can be installed.
 
 
What does Basement Watchdog alarm mean?
The Basement Watchdog alarm will sound when the electricity fails, the battery backup sump pump is running, the battery fails, or the controller is not working properly. The LED screen on the controller will indicate why the alarm is sounding.
 
Does the Basement watchdog charge the battery?
Yes, the Basement Watchdog battery backup system includes a battery charger. The control unit monitors the battery charge causes the charger to automatically trickle charge the battery when it is not use and will fully charge it when it is depleted.
 
Why is my Watchdog sump pump constantly running?
Generally the reason a Basement Watchdog runs continuously is because the float switch is caught in the ON position. When such a situation occurs, plus the pump cord from the electrical socket to prevent motor burnout.
 
Why is my back up battery sump pump beeping?
The battery sump pump control unit gives off a beeping sound when one of the three following events occur: 1) Loose Wire Connections 2) Incorrect Water Levels in Battery Cells if using a wet flood cell battery 3) Dying or Dead Battery.
 
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Customer Reviews

Best sump pump for sure
Tim Collins, Midwest, (USA), Noveber 15, 2021
It's expensive but not as bad as having a basement flood while away on vacation. This comes with everything you need. Everything is assembled already and you just have to connect it to the outlet pipe with the included rubber coupler. The instructions are amazing and easy to understand. It comes with a check valve as this unit includes one for each pump. Replacement parts are available in case something fails.
 
Great idea and great product!
Dale Dennis, Columbus, Ohio, May 16, 2022
We have been having problems with our basement flooding. Our old pump would get stuck sometimes and couldn't handle the amount of water that we get. The BW4000 can keep ahead of the water and it gives peace of mind knowing that is has alarms if it is not working properly. I would highly recommend this to anyone with a problem basement. I see that the BW4000 is now being upgraded to the CITS-50. That is good news for me because I am glad for a cast iron primary pump.
 
Excellent Product!
J Fred, Cincinnati, Ohio, January 11, 2022
Originally I installed the BW4000 is well worth the money. The installation instructions are easy to follow. Even I could do it without experience. Everything is working flawlessly. I dumped a bunch of water in to test the pumps and it was gone in seconds. I probably did not need such a powerful system, but it definitely helps me sleep at night during a storm! The power goes out for us when it rains hard to the back-up battery powered sump pump is really a necessity. I am not disappointed in this product. Since I liked the BW4000 Combo pump so much, I installed the upgraded model CITS-50. I use the Wi-Fi -module with it. It is so mice to know the status of my sump pumps when I am not at home.
 
Peace of Mind
Mr. Homeowner, Illinois, March 25, 2022
I purchased a house in a new subdivision built on a pre-existing farm field. The water table seems to be high. The sump pump in the house I bought was running on and off a lot. When I bought the house there were two pits but only one had a sump pump in it. I was worried. What would I do if the power went out. So I decided to buy the BW4000 so I have coverage for power outage. It was rather easy to install. I did have to buy the recommended Watchdog battery and acid fill also. But that was easy to set up also. So I have two primary pumps and one backup pump. I feel more relaxed now knowing there is a battery powered sump ready to take over in case of a power failure. I see Watchdog came out with an upgraded model CITS-50. If you have not bought a pump yet I would recommend it because the primary pump housing is cast iron and it works with a maintenance free battery. i don't like to remember to add fluid to the wet cell battery.
 
Works as advertised - installation precaution
Jerry from Council Bluffs, Iowa, April 15, 2022
I will freely admit the installation of this combination unit was straight forward and relatively easy. Upon installation, the main pump functioned quite well. However, when I disconnected AC power and tested the battery backed-up pump by filling the sump pit with a garden hose, it switched on as required but it did not take suction and pump out any water. I forgot to drill a 1/8 inch hole immediately between the discharge of the back-up pump and the check valve. After that it worked fine.
 
Easy install, main pump works great
Harry Jerry from Des Moines, Iowa, May 15, 2023
I am very pleased with the CITS-50 Basement Watchdog. It was very easy to install, with easy-to-read directions. It came pre-assembled so all I had to do was make one connection to the main outlet pipe. The main pump works like a charm--very good pumping power. I tested the backup pump and it worked fine. It has not needed to run yet because of power failure. Overall, this seems to be a solid product, backed by a company that thinks about its customers first. I highly recommend it.
 
 
 

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