ZOELLER 585 Battery Backup Pedestal Sump Pump Instruction Manual

PUPM COMPANY MAIL TO : P.O. BOX 16347 • Louisville, KY 40256-0347
SHIP TO : 3649 Cane Run Road • Louisville, KY 40211-1961
TEL : 502-778-2731 • 1 (800) 928-PUMP • FAX : 502-774-3624

NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Instructions must remain with installation.
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MODEL 585
BATTERY BACKUP PEDESTAL SUMP PUMP

PREINSTALLATION CHECKLIST

1. Inspect your pump. Occasionally, products are damaged during shipment. If the unit or any of the parts are damaged, contact your dealer before using it.
2. Read all the installation instructions regarding installing and startup. Retain for future reference.

P/N 011952 WARNING

SEE BELOW FOR A LIST OF WARNINGS

1. Testing for Ground. As a safety measure, each electrical outlet should be checked for ground using an  Underwriters Laboratory listed circuit analyzer, which will indicate if the power, neutral, and ground wires are correctly connected to your outlet. If they are not, call a qualified licensed electrician.
2. For your protection always disconnect the power supply from its power source before handling the components of your DC backup pump or the primary pump.
3. Installation and checking of electrical circuits and hardware should be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician.
4. All electrical and safety codes must be followed in addition to the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes.
5. It is the owner’s responsibility to check the battery and battery connection at least once a month. Batteries contain acid and caution must be taken when handling.
6. Risk of electric shock – These pumps have not been investigated for use in swimming pool areas.
7. Prop65 Warning for California residents: Cancer and Reproductive Harm- www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

CAUTION

SEE BELOW FOR A LIST OF CAUTIONS

1. Make sure there is a properly grounded 115V receptacle available. Do not use a primary pump circuit. The location must be within  6′ of the control box and battery. The power supply for your DC control system plugs directly into the 115V outlet.  DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
2. Make sure the 115V electrical supply circuit is equipped with fuses or circuit breakers of proper capacity.
3. DC emergency pumps are designed for handling clear water. Do not use septic tanks to pump effluent or sewage pits to pump sewage.
4. Repair and service of your DC backup system should be performed by an authorized service station.
5. The installation of DC automatic backup pumps requires the use of a variable-level float switch for operation. It is the responsibility of the installing party, to ensure that the tethered float switch will not Bhang up on the pump apparatus or pit peculiarities and is secured so the pump will turn “on” and “off”. It is recommended that the pit be 18″ in diameter or larger to accommodate both a primary and a DC  backup pump.

REFER TO WARRANTY ON PAGE 2.

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Limited Warranty

Manufacturer warrants, to the purchaser and subsequent owner during the warranty period, every new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, when properly used and maintained, for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase by the end-user. Parts that fail within the warranty period, that inspections determine to be defective in material or workmanship, will be repaired, replaced, or remanufactured at the Manufacturer’s option, provided, however, that by so doing we will not be obligated to replace an entire assembly, the entire mechanism or the complete unit. No allowance will be made for shipping charges, damages, labor, or other charges that may occur due to product failure, repair, or replacement. This warranty does not apply to and there shall be no warranty for any material or product that has been disassembled without prior approval of Manufacturer, subjected to misuse, misapplication, neglect, alteration,  accident, or act of God; that has not been installed, operated or maintained in accordance with Manufacturer’s installation instructions; that has been exposed to outside substances including but not limited to the following: sand, gravel, cement, mud, tar, hydrocarbons, hydrocarbon derivatives (oil, gasoline, solvents, etc.), or other abrasive or corrosive substances, wash towels or feminine sanitary products, etc. in all pumping applications. The warranty set out in the paragraph above is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, and we do not authorize any representative or other person to assume for us any other liability in connection with our products.
Contact Manufacturer at, 3649 Cane Run Road, Louisville, Kentucky 40211, Attention:  Customer Service Department to obtain any needed repair or replacement of part(s) or additional information pertaining to our warranty.
MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR BREACH OF EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY; AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF  MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED  WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Whether you have an Aquanaut ® Battery Backup Sump Pump System or a competitive brand, all batteries give off gaseous by-products when charging. Some of these by-products can produce a rotten egg odor. Also,  some of these by-products can cause a CO detector to falsely activate. In order to help prevent false activation, Zoeller recommends moving the battery as far apart from the CO detector as possible or, if necessary, vent the battery to the exterior. Zoeller provides the previous statements only as guidelines to help prevent false activation of the CO detector. In no way are they meant to supersede the instructions that accompany the detector nor do they supersede advice from the CO  detector manufacturer.
If the audible alarm associated with your CO detector is activated, we recommend the following actions:

1. Take immediate action for personal safety as recommended in the CO detector literature.
2. Contact the appropriate agency to determine if the CO is being produced by your furnace, water heater, or any other device which uses natural gas.
3. If you are certain that no CO is being produced, then a charging battery may be producing gaseous by-products which are causing the CO detector to activate. Contact the manufacturer of the CO detector,  and ask for recommendations as to what can be done to prevent the alarm activation.

Ten Helpful Hints For Easy Installation

1. Remove all debris from the pit before installation.
2. Use a deep cycle battery only. Refer to battery descriptions on page 6.
3. Be sure the pump is on a firm, level surface.
4. Install a serviceable check valve in the discharge line.
5. Test the unit immediately after installation. Refer to STEP 6.
6. The battery & charger should be placed on a shelf.
7. Check float On/Off levels per STEP 2 of instructions.
8. Apply grease to the Positive and Negative terminals of the battery to prevent corrosion.
9. Check the battery water level once a month and add distilled water as necessary.
10. Obtain model number, date code, and installation instructions before calling the factory.

Do’s And Don’t’s For Installing A Unit

1. DO read all installation material with the pump and charger.
2. DO inspect the unit for any visible damage caused by shipping. Contact dealer if unit appears to be damaged.
3. DO clean all debris from the pit.
4. DO always disconnect the pump from the power source before handling. DO always connect to a separately protected and properly grounded ground fault protected circuit. DO NOT ever cut, splice, or damage the power cord. DO NOT carry or lift the pump by its power cord. DO NOT use an extension cord with the Aquanaut ®. DO NOT lengthen battery/pump leads.
5. DO install a union check valve (see step 3) in the discharge line. DO NOT use a discharge pipe smaller than the recommended pump discharge sizes.
6. DO test the pump immediately after installation to be sure that the system is working properly.
7. DO review all applicable local and national codes and verify that the installation conforms to each of them.

Performance Characteristics

TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD/FLOW PER MINUTE EFFLUENT AND DEWATERING

MODEL

|

585

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Feet| Meters| Gal.| Liters
5| 1.5| 49| 186
10| 3.0| 36| 136
15| 4.6| 25| 95

Note: Aquanaut ® II (Model 585) data was developed with the charger supplying DC power to the pump.

STEP 1: Placement of the Pump in the Pit

Note: If your pet has a cover, then it will have to be modified to accept the Aquanaut ®.

1.1)Inspect the pit for debris and clean as necessary

1.2) Place the pump in the pit making certain that it is on a stable level surface. Refer to Figure 1.1.
IMPORTANT: If this pump is to be used as a backup to your primary pump, then make certain that there is no interference between the two pumps.
The motor is not watertight. It should NEVER be below floor level.
If necessary, bricks or similar materials can be placed under the Aquanaut ®.
NOTICE : This product is meant to be used as a battery backup pump to your primary pump only. Consult the factory for advice before installing this unit as a primary pump.

STEP 2: Float Stop Adjustment

2.1) With the pump in the pit, measure the desired float stop on/off positions as shown in Fig. 2.1. These two dimensions will determine the on/off levels of the pump. The spacing between the upper and lower stops will determine the amount of water removed from the pit.
Note : It may be necessary to raise the float rod guide to adjust the stops to the dimensions determined in Step 2.1. CAUTION
The float rod guide should NEVER be between the upper and lower stop.
2.2) Remove the pump from the pit and adjust the float stops as necessary. Tighten all screws.
Note: If a brick or similar material has been used to raise the pump in the pit, it will be necessary to account for the thickness of the brick.

STEP 3: Installation of the Discharge Piping 3.1) Assemble the discharge pipe into the pump as shown in Figure 3.1.
IMPORTANT : In order for this installation to work properly, a check valve must be installed onto the discharge line.
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Recommend the following Zoeller check valves: Some local codes require union check with ball valve.

STEP 4: Electrical Connections for Model 585 4.1) Complete electrical connections as shown in Figure 4.1.
CAUTION
Do not place the battery or charger directly on the ground. If the battery or charger must be placed directly on the ground, then place a piece of wood between the units and the ground. Do not put the charger on top of the battery.

STEP 5: Testing of Pump Operation

6.1) Unplug the primary pump so that it does not start.
6.2) fill the pit with water until the Aquanaut ® starts.
6.3) Verify that the pump starts and stops at the desired on/off points.
6.4) Verify that there are no leaks in the discharge line.
6.5) If adjustment is necessary, raise or lower the appropriate stop(s) according to STEP 2.
IMPORTANT: Spacing between upper and lower stops determines the amount of water removed from the pit.
6.6) If the pump is not operating properly after following the above steps, refer to the Troubleshooting guide on page 8.
6.7) When finished testing plug the primary pump back into the AC receptacle.

Operation of the Aquanaut ® Charger

The charger automatically monitors and charges your battery. In the event of a power outage, the pump will be powered by the battery. Once line power is restored, the charger will recharge the battery. If there is a failure of the primary pump, the charger will supply power to the pump through the battery if line power is present; otherwise, the battery will take over until the problem has been corrected.
The lights on the front panel of the charger indicate the state of the system:
The red light Indicates that AC line power is present.
The green light indicates that the battery is charged to 12V DC.
During periods of an extended power outage, the charge on the battery may drop below 12V DC which would cause the green light to go out. This is normal. The green light will be illuminated once the charger restores the voltage level to 12V DC.
The yellow light indicates that the battery is charged above 8V DC.
If the yellow light is not illuminated, it indicates that the charge on the battery is below 8V DC. If the line power is out, the pump may have depleted the battery due to normal operation. If there has been no power outage and the primary pump is working properly, it may indicate that the battery is defective or that the controller is defective. Refer to the Troubleshooting guide on page 8 for further instructions.
If the Green and Yellow lights flash intermittently, refer to Section G in the Trouble Shooting Guide on page 8.
Voltage is only one indicator of the state of the battery and does not reflect the true condition of the battery. Use a hydrometer to more accurately determine the condition of the battery.

Operation of the Audible Alarm

All Aquanot ® pump systems are equipped with an alarm that sounds when the pump is activated. The alarm will automatically silence when the pumping cycle is completed.
Activation of the audible alarm indicates that the primary pump has failed or line power to the primary pump is not present. Whenever the alarm is activated the primary pump and outlet should be inspected.
The On/Off switch, located on the side of the alarm enclosure, allows the audible alarm to be turned off, however, this practice is not recommended. Verify that the alarm switch is in the “on” position, by manually turning the pump “on”.

The Aquanaut ® Battery

There are millions of batteries manufactured each year, so it is impossible to guarantee consistent quality. A defective battery will never become fully charged and may damage the circuits of the charger. It is for this reason that Zoeller offers its own line of batteries. We offer two types of batteries; Water/Acid Deep-Cycle,  and AGM – both power the pump continuously for over 3-1/2 hours. These times are based on continuous pumping at 10’ of static head. Actual times will vary depending on the static head, the volume of water entering the pit, and the condition of the battery.
Follow these recommendations:

• Use a B.C.I. size 27, 29, or 31 deep-cycle battery, 175-minute reserve capacity, or larger.

• Do NOT use a “maintenance-free” battery unless it is an AGM battery.

• Replace your battery every 3 years.

• Do not let corrosion build up on the battery terminals.

• Do not place your battery on a concrete floor where it will discharge faster.

• To check specific gravity, follow the instructions on a hydrometer (not applicable for AGM batteries).
  PROTECT YOUR WARRANTY:

• The water level in batteries must be checked once a month (not applicable for AGM batteries).

Illustrated Parts Breakdown

19 – MODEL 585 COMPLETE PUMP

REF. NO.| MODELS:| 580-A| 580-B| 580-C| 580-D| 580-E| 585-A| 585-B| 585-C| 585-D| 585-E| 585-F| 585-G
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
DESCRIPTION| QTY
1| Motor Brushes| 2| 011882| 011882| 011882| 013878| Consult Factory| 011882| 011882| 011882| 011882| 013878| Consult Factory| Consult Factory
2| Pump Alarm| 1| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485| 012485
3| Pump Switch| 1| 011990| 011990| 017205| 017205| 017205| 011990| 011990| 011990| 017205| 017205| 017205| 017205
4| Float Kit & Cable| 1| 012109| 012109| 012709| 012709| 012709| 012109| 012109| 012109| 012709| 012709| 012709| 012709
5| Lead Wires| 1| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401| 012401
6| Terminal Spade| 1| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442| 004442
7| Terminal Ring| 1| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939| 011939
8| Pump Motor| 1| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873| 013873
9| Column| 1| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942| 011942
10| Adapter, Drive| 1| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940| 011940
11| Shaft| 1| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944| 011944
12| Head w/Brass Bearing| 1| 011947| 012137| 012137| 012137| 012137| 011947| 011947| 012137| 012137| 012137| 012137| 012137
13| Washer, Thrust| 1| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140| 002140
14| Impeller| 1| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945| 011945
15| Base Plate| 1| 011948| 012138| 012138| 012138| 012138| 011948| 011948| 012138| 012138| 012138| 012138| 012138
16| Screws| 8| 011949| 012118| 012118| 012118| 012118| 011949| 012118| 012118| 012118| 012118| 012118| 012118
17| Guide, Float Rod| 1| N/A| N/A| 003903| 003903| 003903| N/A| N/A| N/A| 003903| 003903| 003903| 003903
18| Battery Charger| 1| N/A| N/A| N/A| N/A| N/A| 150160| 150160| 150160| 150160| 150160| 150160| 150160
19| Pump 585| 1| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006| 585-0006
20| Float| 1| N/A| N/A| 012707| 012707| 012707| N/A| N/A| N/A| 012707| 012707| 012707| 012707
21| Stop, Float| 2| N/A| N/A| 054085| 054085| 054085| N/A| N/A| N/A| 054085| 054085| 054085| 054085
22| Rod, Float| 1| N/A| N/A| 012706| 012706| 012706| N/A| N/A| N/A| 012706| 012706| 012706| 012706
23| Screws| 1| N/A| N/A| 003925| 003925| 003925| N/A| N/A| N/A| 003925| 003925| 003925| 003925
24| Fuse, 30 Amp| 1| 011927| 012353| 012353| 012353| Consult Factory| 011927| 012353| 012353| 012353| 012353| Consult Factory| Consult Factory

*Advise motor Leeson or CIM.

WERNING: Before servicing a pump, always shut off the main power breaker and then unplug the pump – making sure you are not standing in water and are wearing insulated protective sole shoes. Under flooded conditions, contact your local electric company or a qualified licensed electrician for disconnecting electrical service prior to pump removal.
If the following checklist does not solve the problem, consult Zoeller’s Technical Service Department 1-800-928-7867 – Do not attempt to service or otherwise disassemble the pump.

Troubleshooting Guide

CONDITION

| POSSIBLE CAUSE|

REMEDY

---|---|---
A| THE PUMP WILL NOT START OR RUN.| Low voltage, blown fuse open circuit.| Have a qualified electrician check fuse and circuit.
Impeller bound.| Replace fuse.
Blown pump fuse.
Defective Switch| Contact factory.
Motor or wiring shorted.
B| THE PUMP STARTS TOO SOON.| The float “ON” point is adjusted too low.| Refer to STEP 2.

C

|

THE PUMP WILL NOT SHUT OFF.

| The float is obstructed.| Inspect float operation and correct problem.
Float “Off” point adjusted too low.| Adjust “Off” point. Refer to STEP 2.
Faulty float switch.| Contact factory.
D| THE PUMP OPERATES BUT DELIVERS LITTLE OR NO WATER.| Debris around the intake.| Clean area around the intake.
Blockage in the discharge pipe.| Remove pipe and flush out debris.
Low voltage.| Check the condition of the battery. Replace as necessary or recharge.
Blown fuse, open circuit.| Have a qualified electrician check circuit.
Incorrect float adjustment| Refer to STEP 2 for proper installation.
The pump is air-locked.| Drill a ¼” hole in the discharge pipe below the waterline.
Vertical lift too high.| Change discharge piping or contact tech. service.
The base plate is “loose” or corroded.| Remove the pump from the pit and tighten as necessary.
The pump runs in reverse.| Make certain that the red(+) lead and black(-) leads go to the appropriate battery terminals.
Damaged Impeller.| Contact factory.
E| THE RED LIGHT ON THE CHARGER IS OUT.| Power outage.| Normal condition Red light will be illuminated once line power is restored.
AC line fuse is blown.| Have a qualified electrician replace with a new fuse on the circuit board.
Defective controller or light burned out.| Contact factory.
No AC power, battery-less than 5V.| The battery has depleted below 5V due to prolonged operation without AC power. Call for service or replace the battery.
F| RED LIGHT FLASHING.| The charger fan may be defective.| Have a qualified electrician inspect the charger.
G| GREEN & YELLOW LIGHTS FLASH INTERMITTENTLY.| Positive & Negative battery leads are reversed.| Make certain that the positive (red) & negative (black) leads go to the proper battery terminals.

Battery maintenance is required.

| Check the water level of the battery, refill as necessary (Do not overfill).
Defective battery. Replace as necessary.
The battery has a “Dead Short”.| Replace battery. The battery has aged beyond its ability to chemically store electricity.
Loose battery connections.| Tighten red and black battery leads.
Corroded battery terminals.| A clean terminal as necessary. Apply grease to terminals to prevent future corrosion problems.
H| THE YELLOW LIGHT IS OUT.|

The battery voltage has dropped below 8V.

| Battery depleted below 8V due to normal operation. Will be illuminated once AC power is restored and the battery is charged.
The battery may be defective.| Replace battery.
Light may be defective.| Contact factory.
I| GREENLIGHT IS OUT|

The battery voltage has dropped below 12V.

| Battery depleted below 12V due to normal operation. Will be illuminated once AC power is restored and the battery is charged.
Light may be defective.| Contact factory.
J| RED, GREEN & YELLOW LIGHTS FLASH IN SEQUENCE.| Lights flash for approximately 4 seconds.| Normal condition. The lights indicate that the system is properly installed.
K| CONSTANTLY ADDING DISTILLED WATER TO THE BATTERY.| Defective battery.| Have battery inspected? The charger will overcharge a battery with a defective cell.
Defective controller.| Contact factory.
L| ROTTEN EGG SMELL IN BASEMENT.| The charger is overcharging the battery.| Have battery inspected? The charger will overcharge a battery with a defective cell.

References

• » Zoeller Pump Company Product Registration
• P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Zoeller Pump Company | Wastewater Pumps and Systems

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