It really would depend on the type of battery ,marine battery deep cycle works best. and the amount of water entering your basement . From a few hours to all day

THE BASEMENT WATCHDOGBasement Watchdog BWE 1000 Gallons Per Hour Basement Watchdog Emergency Back-Up Sump Pump

Q: If my main pump fails will the back up kick in?

That will only happen if you have the battery back-up unit in Working order. It is designed to kick in when the power fails or if the power has been out and the float switch on the main unit is activated and then the battery unit takes over. You need to consult the owner's manual for the exact info.

Q: Can this run semi-continuous while connected to AC power when main pump fails? Wayne controller had burning smell while charging and running.

The unit has its' own floats, so the pump will run when the water level raises the float, so it depends on where you place the backup pump float. Place it above the main unit float so if the water level continues to rise due to a failed main pump, the backup pump will kick-in.

Q: I got this hooked up and activated the float to test. The pump activated, but when I lowered the float it kept running. Is the controller defective?

When the float switch for the backup pump is activated, he pump will run on a timer which is usually around 25-30 seconds. I would recommend testing it again and give it at least a minute to shut off. For further information contact our service team at 800-991-0466 option 3.

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Brand
THE BASEMENT
Color
Black
Material
Thermoplastic
Style
solid
Product Dimensions
4.5"L x 8.5"W
Power Source
DC

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Description

THE BASEMENT WATCHDOGBasement Watchdog BWE 1000 Gallons Per Hour Basement Watchdog Emergency Back-Up Sump Pump

Specifications

Brand	THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG
Color	Black
Material	Thermoplastic
Style	solid
Product Dimensions	4.5"L x 8.5"W x 6.5"H
Power Source	DC
Item Weight	4.1 Kilograms
Maximum Flow Rate	1000 Gallons Per Minute
Maximum Lifting Height	10 Feet
Voltage	100 Volts
Global Trade Identification Number	00717301121265
Manufacturer	Glentronics, Inc.
UPC	717301121265
Part Number	BWE
Item Weight	9.02 pounds
Item model number	BWE
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Size	2,000 GPH at 0 ft. lift; 1,000 GPH at 10 ft. lift
Horsepower	1
Item Package Quantity	1
Special Features	Dual float switch
Included Components	BWE
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	Yes
Warranty Description	2 year

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If my main pump fails will the back up kick in?

Can this run semi-continuous while connected to AC power when main pump fails? Wayne controller had burning smell while charging and running.

I got this hooked up and activated the float to test. The pump activated, but when I lowered the float it kept running. Is the controller defective?

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