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Features
- Back-Up Standby Battery
- Designed to be drained and recharged (ships dry)
- Lasts longer and performs better than automotive batteries
- Unique Construction
- Runs sump pumps longer (more hours per charge)
- Extends battery life (normally 5-7 years)
- Extended Run Time
- Runs Special (BWSP) and Big Dog (BWD12120C) for 7.5 hours
- Runs Emergency (BWE) Pump for 12 hours
- Special Yellow Cap May be Required
- Holds the battery fluid sensor at the correct height
- Helps reduce risk of failure (80% of failures due to low water)
- WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT BATTERY ACID (SOLD SEPARATELY)
- Reserve Capacity: 182 min. @ 25 Amps
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Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and lead compounds which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
30HDC140S
General Information
Product Category
Water Pump Accessories
Overview
Product Category
Water Pump Accessories
Weight
45 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
1 Year
Product Length
13 Inches
Product Width
6 3/4 Inches
Product Height
10 Inches
UPC
717301301407
Reviews
(23)
Basement Watchdog 30HDC140S Reviews & Ratings
Customer Rating
3.39
(23 Ratings)
53% recommend this product
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Basement Watchdog Battery
By Charles R
Indiana
Purchased 02/22/2023 |
Review Posted 04/05/2023
I have had the basement watchdog for about 10 years now. I am now on my third battery. The unit alerts me when the electrolyte is low and it stays on a battery maintainer full time. I think this was about the best price available for this battery. In my opinion, the batteries are a bit pricey, but by the same token I have had zero water issues in my basement since I bought this unit. Overall I think this was a good deal!
Charles R Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Price, I'd Buy It Again, Reliable
A Great Product & Company
By LaMar H.
Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Purchased 09/02/2021 |
Review Posted 10/15/2021
Works well, easy to set up.
LaMar H. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Durable, Quiet, Id Buy It Again
Replaced Out Of Precaution After 7 Years.
By Robert B.
Aurora, Ohio
Review Posted 03/07/2021
Im basing this review off my PHCC/Glentronics battery that I just replaced after 7 years. I topped off the battery with distilled water once a year along with cleaning the terminals. It still ran fine. But after 7 years I replaced it as a precaution. My experience with lead acid batteries is that when they go dead, it happens without warning. I replaced it with the basement watchdog battery which is the exact same thing (Owned by the same company). Now I want to note. That I bought the PHCC battery on this site back then. The basement watchdog I just picked up at home depot along with the acid pack. The only complaint I have, which is the same with the prior battery is that it is hard to see the fluid level when filling each cell. Other than that, it was a good battery. I hope to have the same luck with this one.
Robert B. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Price, Exceeded Expectations, Reliable, High Quality
Cons:
Difficult to see fluid level
Battery Fails Every Two Years, Regular As Clockwork
By David J.
Manchester, New Hampshire
Review Posted 12/07/2020
I installed the Basement Watchdog system 6 years ago, and regular as clockwork the battery fails every 2 years and needs replacing. I always check the solution levels and top up with distilled water as needed and the battery box sits on a raised plastic platform keeping about 2ft off of the cold basement concrete floor.
The system itself is great and offers excellent performance and peace of mind, but the whole spiel about the battery lasting 5 to 7 years is an absolute fantasy. Bear that in mind which pricing up your system, and factor in a new battery every 2 years.
The system itself is great and offers excellent performance and peace of mind, but the whole spiel about the battery lasting 5 to 7 years is an absolute fantasy. Bear that in mind which pricing up your system, and factor in a new battery every 2 years.
David J. Does Not Recommend This
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Manufacturer Response
Sorry to hear you're having problems with the batteries not lasting as long as they should have. It's possible that something is causing the batteries to become discharged and they may not actually be bad. If you have any further problems in the future please call our service team before replacing the battery. Our service team can be reached at 800-991-0466 option 3 and we're here to help from 9-5 Monday - Friday central time.
Rating Breakdown
4/5
1/5
4/5
1/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Easy To Store
Cons:
Unreliable, Low Quality, Durability
Everything Is Incomplete
By Robert M.
Prospect, Connecticut
Purchased 05/11/2020 |
Review Posted 06/24/2020
Well, the pump didn't come with a battery and the battery didn't come with fluid. Once I get fluid for it I'll let you know. It's like Watchdog doesn't really want you to get the thing running.
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Expert Response
It is clearly stated on the product page that this battery ships dry and requires battery acid. Due to the high cost of shipping battery acid (Freight - LTL), we no longer sell it. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
Jim O.
Sump Pump Expert
Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
3/5
4/5
Pros:
Price
Cons:
Bad Instructions, Incomplete
Good Battery
By Richard
Michigan
Review Posted 02/09/2020
I've owned two of these batteries since 2004 first one lasted till 2011, 7 years. the second is now gone bad and its 2020 ,almost 9 years. Cannot complain, but they are not cheap, I have maintain them always, checking the water levels and cleaning the terminals.
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Durable, Quiet, Id Buy It Again
The Problem With The System
By BRENDA M.
gansevoort, New York
Review Posted 11/21/2019
I have been through a few batteries with this system and i think the problem is the charger they sell with the system. Batteries need a better charger and this thing just in adequate. So I'll try and will get a different battery and use a smart charger while its on standby.
The sad thing is i called the technical people and asked what the amp hr rating is and they didnt know.
The sad thing is i called the technical people and asked what the amp hr rating is and they didnt know.
BRENDA M. Does Not Recommend This
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Manufacturer Response
Sorry to hear you've had some problems with our batteries. You mentioned that you felt the charger might not be strong enough. All our systems come with built in chargers that should be more than strong enough to keep our batteries charged up. There may be something else causing the problems. I would recommend calling our service team for further assistance at 800-991-0466 option 3. We are here to help from 9-5 Monday-Friday central time.
Rating Breakdown
2/5
3/5
3/5
2/5
Seven Years Out of Battery
By Steven M.
La Plata, Maryland
Review Posted 09/17/2018
First thing is I wouldn't depend on the low level alarm. I have a reminder in my phone to check the battery once a month. You could probably go two months. I fill it with distilled water till it touches the "ears" looking down into in the battery cells. Also three to four times a year I discharge the battery down to three to four volts using a salvaged tail light assembly. Then charge it back up with my big automatic battery charger. Also I use dialectical grease on the battery connections, available at any automotive store.
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for your review and feedback of the 30Hdc140s. We would like to provide general care information about the battery. We recommend to check the water levels in the battery every 4-6 months depending on the backup system. We always want the liquid in the battery to touch the split rings of the battery as you refer to it as the “ears” . The split rings are two plastic tabs that protrude into the battery about ¾” and just end. There is no need to exercise the battery, thus severely discharging and then recharging it. The Basement Watchdog Big Standby battery is made with thicker plates and more plates than a typical battery so it does not need to exercise to maintain itself. We do not recommend using any anti corrosive material such as dielectric grease on the battery terminals. Anti Corrosive materials interfere with the charging process of the battery.
Rating Breakdown
4/5
3/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Durable, Quiet, Reliable, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
Heavy, Bad Instructions, Low Fluid alarm unreliable
Difficult To Fill
By David A.
Caldwell, New Jersey
Purchased 03/11/2018 |
Review Posted 04/04/2018
It is difficult to fill. No way to see the exact level of acid & very dangerous. Buy a maintenance free battery. No need for me to go into any further detail.
David A. Does Not Recommend This
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Manufacturer Response
We apologize that you experienced an issue with filling our battery. The batteries come with directions that make the filling process very simple. We also have a video tutorial on our website, www. Basementwatchdog.com that shows step by step process on how to fill the wet cell battery. It is very safe to do and not dangerous at all. If you ever need assistance with our products please call our service team at 800-991-0466 option 3 for technical assistance.
Rating Breakdown
1/5
1/5
1/5
1/5
Cons:
Unreliable, Difficult To Use
Emergency Backup Power
By Roger S.
Peoria, Illinois
Purchased 10/08/2015 |
Review Posted 08/21/2017
This is a superior battery. Much better than a marine battery. Been using now for 2 years with no problems with my sump pump keeping my basement dry.
Roger S. Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for purchasing our battery and we are glad to hear you had a positive experience. If you ever need assistance with our products please call our service team at 800-991-0466 option 3 for technical assistance.
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Durable, Features, Exceeded Expectations
Cons:
Heavy
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