The Basement Watchdog BWE Big Dog Connect is an emergency battery-backup sump pump designed to protect your basement during power outages, main pump failures, or when water flow exceeds your primary pump’s capacity. This compact pump automatically activates when water levels rise, providing continuous protection for your basement or crawl space even when the power goes out. It installs easily in standard or narrow sump pits and operates independently or alongside your existing sump pump system.
The dual float switch design provides redundant activation, ensuring the backup pump engages when either float is raised. A user-friendly control panel displays pump, power, and battery status 24/7, with indicator lights and audible alarms that alert you to maintenance needs or system problems. The built-in fluid sensor monitors battery health, and the automatic charger maintains your battery between uses. With days of intermittent pumping capability on a single battery charge, this system keeps your basement protected around the clock.
Features and Benefits
- Dual Float Switch: Two independent floats provide redundant protection and activate backup pumping when either float is raised.
- Automatic Activation: Engages automatically during power outages, main pump failure, or when water flow exceeds primary pump capacity.
- Status Monitoring: Control panel displays pump, power, and battery status with alarm indicators that identify the cause and suggest corrective action.
- Compact Design: Small footprint allows installation in standard or narrow sump pits where space is limited.
- Battery Compatibility: Works with both wet cell and maintenance-free AGM batteries with integrated fluid level sensor and automatic 0.4 Amp charger.
- Complete Installation Kit: Includes pump, control unit, dual float switch, PVC pipe adapter, battery box, charger, plastic wire ties, and battery cap.
Specifications
- Brand: Basement Watchdog
- Model: BWE Big Dog Connect
- Flow Rate: 1,000 GPH at 10 ft. lift; 2,000 GPH at 0 ft. lift
- Power: 115 VAC / 12 VDC, 0.4 A
- Outlet Connection: 1-1/2 in PVC pipe adapter
- Cord Length: 10 ft
- Material: Thermoplastic
- Dimensions: 6-1/2 in H x 8-1/2 in W
- Included Accessories: 1-1/2 in PVC pipe adapter, plastic wire ties, battery box, battery cap with hole, battery charger
- Battery: Emergency battery not included (compatible with wet cell and maintenance-free AGM batteries)
