HydroCheck HC7000 Quick start guide

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Installation Instructions
Operational Overview
The HC7000 Electronic Utility Pump Switch is specially designed to control the on and off operation of small utility
pumps.
The HC7000 will turn on the pump when the water level reaches the sensor. It will keep the pump running until the
water level drops to the point where the pump loses suction. Note that it must take at least 5 seconds of
running before losing suction for the pump to shut off correctly. It then turns the pump off and waits for the
next cycle to begin. To help protect the pump from damage due to air lock conditions, the HC7000 will turn the
pump off for 10 seconds if the water level doesn’t drop below the level of the sensor after running for 60 seconds.
An alarm will sound (3 beep pattern) if this occurs.
Step-by-Step Installation
How the Sensor Works:
The sensor detects the presence of water by using a continuity circuit, which, when the tip
of the sensor is in water, allows a small voltage to flow from the sensor, through the water,
to ground. When no water is present, the circuit is broken and no voltage flows. Normally,
the pump provides the ground needed for the continuity circuit, but occasionally it won’t.
When this happens, it is necessary to provide a ground for the sensor to work. This can
be done by taking a length of wire (14 AWG) with a couple of inches of insulation stripped
off at both ends. Secure one end of the wire around a water pipe or electrical conduit.
Place the other end under the pump, which will hold it in place.
Step 2
Plug the pump motor into control
module. Note that the HC7000’s
output is rated for a maximum of 120
VAC, ¾ HP/13.8 Amps (standard for
most utility
pumps).
Step 1
Plug the HC7000’s control module
into the 120VAC outlet. It will beep
once to tell you it’s ready to go and
the LED will illuminate RED. RED
indicates the output is off. GREEN, or
flashing GREEN, indicates the output
is on. Note that this product is not
rated for outdoo
r use.
Step 3
Attach the sensor to the pump with the
supplied tie-wrap at the level where you
want the pump to turn on. The sensor can
be set at any level, but most pumps need
a minimum water depth before they should
be turned on. Consult your pump’s
owner’s manual for this requirement. .
The sensor should be positioned
so that the pump will run for at
least 5 seconds before sucking air.
Step 4
Important! Test your installation before
leaving it for unattended operation. For best
results, make sure to use a high quality hose that is
as short as possible, kink resistant and is at least
5/8” in diameter.
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HC7000 Utility Pump Switch Troubleshooting Chart
The Model HC7000 Utility Pump Switch has a number of built in alarms that warn of problems with the pump or discharge plumbing. The
available alarms, along with possible operation problems, are described in the table below.
To Disable All Alarms
1. Unplug pump from control module.
2. Lift sensor out of water.
3. Unplug control module from 120 VAC outlet. Wait 10 seconds.
4. Plug control module back into outlet and wait for unit to beep.
5. Unplug control module from 120 VAC outlet. Wait 10 seconds.
6. Plug control module back into outlet and wait for unit to beep.
7. Plug pump back into control module
8. Place sensor back into water
Alarm/Indicator
/Problem
Description
Possible Causes
2 Beeps Can't turn pump on 1. Pump not plugged in
3 Beeps High Level Alarm*
* Disabled on 1st cycle after reset
1. Pump can't keep up with water coming in
2. Discharge hose blocked
3. Debris on sensor
Steady Slow Beep
*
Motor current above normal 1. High motor current. Replace pump and/or perform Master
Reset as described below
Steady Fast Beep
*
Motor current too high 1. Very high motor current. Replace pump and/or perform
Master Reset as described below
Steady Red LED Pump off, no water detected 1. Normal operation
Steady Green LED Pump on, water detected by
sensor
1. Normal operation
Flashing Green LED Pump on, water below sensor 1. Normal operation
Pump doesn’t turn on Sensor in water but pump doesn’t
start. LED is steady Red and
switch isn’t beeping
1. Sensor isn’t getting good ground from pump. Install ground
wire as described in “How Sensor Works” on front of sheet
Pump turns off too soon Pump starts okay, but shuts off
before it starts to suck air
1. Problem with pump’s discharge path. Refer to Step 4 of
installation instructions.
*Master Reset Procedure:
1. Unplug the pump from the HC7000
2. Unplug the HC7000 from the 120 VAC outlet
3. Wait 5 seconds then plug the HC7000 back into the 120 VAC outlet
4. Wait for the HC7000 to beep once and the light on the front of unit to turn on, then plug the pump back in.
Model HC7000 Utility Pump Switch Limited Lifetime Warranty
STAK Enterprises Inc. warrants the Model HC7000 Utility Pump Switch to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for its normal,
useful life, from the date of purchase. STAK Enterprises Inc. makes no other express warranty for this device. No agent, representative, dealer,
or employee of STAK Enterprises Inc. has the authority to increase or alter the obligations or limitations of the warranty. The company's
obligation of this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any part of the HC7000 which is found to be defective in materials or
workmanship under normal use and service during the duration of product use by original product owner commencing with the date of purchase.
Owner must pay all shipping charges necessary to replace product covered by this warranty. This warranty shall not apply to acts of God, nor
shall it apply to products which, in the sole judgment of STAK Enterprises, Inc. have been subject to negligence, abuse, accident, tampering,
alteration, misapplication, or improper installation. Units in need of repair should be returned, shipping prepaid, to
Customer Service Department
STAK Enterprises, Inc.
2413 West Algonquin Road
#309
Algonquin, IL 60102
THE DURATION OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THAT OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSES, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE NORMAL, USEFUL LIFE OF THE PRODUCT, COMMENCING WITH THE DATE OF
PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF
THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER.
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 that vary from state to state.
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