beckett FR250 Bio Filter Submersible Pond Pumps Instruction Manual

BECKETT
CORPORATION
Norfolk • Virginia
BIO-FILTER ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS: 

USE: This Beckett Bio-Filter is designed for use with the following submersible pond pumps; FR250, FR400, FR600, FR800, DP800, DP1200, and the DP1800. NOTE: The Beckett Bio-Filter is designed to operate completely submerged  in the pond.

BIO-FILTER INFO:

Bio-Filters provide mechanical and biological pond filtration for a cleaner and healthier pond environment. They efficiently process waste and clarify the pond water as well as reducing ammonia, nitrates and nitrites in the pond by promoting rapid growth of beneficial bacteria. Bio-filters provide more efficient filtration of the pond water as compared to just a mechanical type filter. Bio- filters provide a clean, healthy pond ecosystem that is ideal for ponds with fish.
This type of bio-filter attaches to the pond pump intake and offers the consumer these additional benefits over  inline type bio-filter systems. A compact design that is completely submersible in the pond, greater filter surface area with easy to service filter material, superior ability to be camouflaged into the pond setting environment and does not offer the opportunity to leak water from the pond that inline types do because of hose connections and seals.
The BioFilter will automatically begin to work when installed in a pond with fish. Natural occurring bacteria (Nitro- somonas and Nitrobacter) will begin to collect and attach themselves to the bio-balls within the filter case. It takes time for the bacteria to colonize on the bio-balls and to reach maturity level. Care should be taken when cleaning the prefilters to assure the bio- balls are not cleansed or disturbed no more than possible because this could damage the natural occurring bacteria bio process.

ASSEMBLING / ATTACHING BIO-FILTER TO PUMP: IMPORTANT:

First turn off the power to the pump. Your Bio-Filter should be assembled as shown below complete with Bio Balls inside. Start by Removing the proper Plug 1” or 1-1/2” from the Bio-Filter and be certain to leave the other plug in place, *store plug in with Bio Balls. The Bio-Filter simply presses up to the intake area on your pump volute. Rotate your pump or Bio-Filter to assure that the base of the pump and Bio-Filter are flat (parallel) to each as much as possible.

(PUMPS NOT INCLUDED)

Should you encounter any problems or need replacement parts, contact the Customer Service Representative/Parts Department at 1-866-466-4319 from 8 AM to 5 PM **Mon. thru Fri. EST. Extended operat- ing days and hours during peak season requirements.**

PREFILTER CLEANING: When you see a reduced flow from your pump, it is time to clean the filters. Turn off the power to the pump – remove the filters – wash the filters in clean water and reinstall on Bio-Filter – turn the pump back on and check for proper operation. Having spare filters will make this task more convenient.
NOTE: If you allow your filters to become completely clogged with debris, your Bio-Filter will become buoyant and float to the surface; if you experience this you can add a flat rock on top of the fliters to help keep it fully submerged but cleaning the filters before this happens is the best solution.

ATTENTION CUSTOMER: STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY

Beckett warrants to the original purchaser only, the “BIO-FILTER” against defects in material and workmanship as follows:

1. Beckett warrants to the original purchaser, the “BIO-FILTER” against defects in material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase. *There is no warrenty on the replaceable intake filter as these are considered an expendable item.
2. Original Purchaser must retain proof of such purchase in the form of a store sales receipt and must produce such upon request by customer service representative at 1-866-466-4319. Do not return product to place of purchase; contact Beckett customer service at 1-866-466-4319 and a knowledgeable customer service representative will assist you in resolving the problem and arrange replacement of the defective parts as needed.
3. If the product is found to have been consumer damaged or abused, it is not covered by the limited warranty. If this is the case, you will be advised of the cost of replacement part(s), or the need to return damaged part(s) for warranty replacement.

This Beckett FR Series centrifugal pump is magnetically driven and contains no seals to leak or wear out. It also contains no oil as other types of submersible utility pumps do, thereby eliminating the possibility of oil leaks which can foul your water. All electrical parts and connections are completely encapsulated with epoxy. These features, combined with very low energy consumption, make for a safe and convenient pump which is economical to operate. In addition, it is essentially maintenance-free.
Use:
The Beckett FR Series pump is designed to operate completely submerged. Cleaning of the filter can be reduced by placing the pump on a brick or patio stone in the water to raise it above the level of the debris which accumulates on the bottom.
Prefilter:
A prefilter is supplied with the pump. Using and maintaining a clean prefilter will greatly decrease maintenance in cleaning the impeller assembly as well as providing better water filtration and pump flow. See Page 2 – Prefilter Cleaning.
Service and
The only serviceable part is the impeller assembly. It can be cleaned and inspected by removing the four screws holding the volute housing in place and lifting out the housing and impeller assembly.
Maintenance:
four screws holding the volute housing in place and lifting out the housing and impeller assembly. See Page 3 for diagram. Never attempt to disassemble the impeller assembly. If it becomes worn or broken, simply replace the entire assembly. If the pump is taken out of service for a period of time (such as during winter), flush the pump out with clean fresh water and drain thoroughly before storing. Ensure that the cord is protected from wear and abrasion.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPLACE OR SHORTEN THE CORD!

SAFETY

1. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – This pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and a grounding-type attachment plug (3-prong plug). To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded, grounding-type receptacle. Do not remove the grounding pin.
   WARNING:

2. RISK OF SEVERE ELECTRIC SHOCK – Connect only to a grounded receptacle protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). A GFCI must be provided in accordance with Section 680-51 of the national electric code. Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the receptacle is protected by the GFCI.

3. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
   A. Never use an extension cord to connect unit to electrical supply; provide a properly located GFCI outlet.
   B. Never bury the 3-prong plug of the cord, it is not waterproof and severe electric shock will occur.

CAUTION:

1. This pump has been evaluated for use with water only.
2. Disconnect pump from power source before handling, servicing or working in the water in which the pump is operating.

Note:
Your Beckett FR Series pump is cooled and lubricated with water. If the pump is plugged in while it is out of the water, it is normal for it to rattle. However, while it will continue to operate if allowed to run dry, it will sustain permanent heat damage after 30 minutes. Your Beckett FR Series pump is intended to pump fresh water only. Do not use to pump oils, solvents, fuels, or salt water. Do not allow to freeze.

PUMP MODEL #| VOLTS| Hz| AMPS| WATTS| MAX.
HEAD| APPROXIMATE PUMP FLOW (GPH @ HEAD)
USING 1″ ID HOSE
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
0′| 1′| 3′| 5′
FR250| 115| 60| .45| 31| 5′-11″| 350| 290| 200| 80
FR400| 115| 60| .68| 32| 6′-6″| 500| 418| 268| 115
FR600| 115| 60| .75| 34| 7′-8″| 680| 600| 437| 283
FR800| 115| 60| .90| 70| 12′-9″| 900| 814| 652| 512
PUMP MODEL NUMBER AND INFO LOCATED ON PUMP BACKPLATE NEAR POWER CORD

Assembly and Operation Instructions:

After carefully reading all the safety info and instructions, begin assembling your pump as shown below. Install the two-way flow control valve, extension tubes and fountain body. These connect using a taper fit and only need to be pressed together. Next choose the fountain nozzle adapter you would like to use and install/adjust as per the instructions below under nozzle adaptor instructions. If you are connect-ing a secondary accessory/water feature at this time you will need to select and/or install the proper vinyl hose adaptor at the two-way flow control valve. Connect the hose after installing your pump in the pond. If you are not installing a secondary feature at this time, you need to shut-off this part of the flow control valve as per the flow control valve instructions below. Install the filter and strainer on the volute inlet as shown below.

NOZZLE ADAPTOR INSTRUCTIONS:

KEY| DESCRIPTION| FR250
PART #| FR400
PART #| FR600
PART #| FR800
PART #| QTY
NEEDED
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
1| PUMP BODY W/CORD| 096-110091| 096-110080| 096-110038| 096-110101| 1
2| ROTOR ASSEMBLY (INCLUDES A-E)| 096-110090| 096-110072| 096-110017| 096-110094| 1
2A| MAGNET AXLE| 078-110267| 078-110182| 078-110156| 078-110272| 1
2B| IMPELLER| 078-110268| 078-110183| 078-110063| 078-110271| 1
2C| SHAFT| 090-070237| 090-070216| 090-070154| 090-070154| 1
2D| THRUST WASHERS| 090-040015| 090-040015| 090-040015| 090-040015| 2
2E| END CAPS| 078-110157| 078-110157| 078-110157| 078-110157| 2
3| GASKET| 078-110266| 078-110031| 078-110031| 078-110031| 1
4| VOLUTE HOUSING| 078-110265| 078-110005| 078-110005| 078-110005| 1
5| PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWS| 090-010063| 090-010063| 090-010063| 090-010063| 4
6| INTAKE STRAINER ASSY| 096-110009| 096-110009| 096-110009| 096-110009| 1
7| 2-WAY FLOW CONTROL VALVE| 078-110154| 078-110154| 078-110154| 078-110154| 1
8| EXTENSION TUBE| 078-110025| 078-110025| 078-110025| 078-110025| 2
9| FOUNTAIN BODY| 078-110112| 078-110112| 078-110112| 078-110112| 1
10| BUBBLER| 078-110113| 078-110113| 078-110113| 078-110113| 1
11| WATERBELL| 078-110111| 078-110111| 078-110111| 078-110111| 1
12| SPRAY HEAD| 078-110253| 078-110253| 078-110253| 078-110253| 1

* SOME OF THE POSSIBLE ADD ON WATER FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES SHOWN ABOVE.

1. Please refer to Pages 5 and 6, they provide you some information on the POND ACCESSORIES, WATER FEATURES, and POND ACCENT ACCESSORIES shown in the illustration above.
2. You will find some information there abou each accessory, feature, and accent that describes its use, advantages it provides for you, and its benefits to your pond; as well as providing you options in setting up your pond, and adding features.
3. Hopefully we have provided you with a little information and knowelege you needed to get you started in enjoying your pond accessories, features, and accents.

POND ACCESSORIES:

1. BIO-FILTER, Inline Type: Bio-Filters provide mechanical and biological pond filtration for a cleaner and healthier pond environment. They efficiently process waste and clarify the pond water as well as reducing ammonia, nitrates and nitrites in the pond by promoting rapid growth of beneficial bacteria. Bio-filters provide more efficient filtration of the pond water as compared to just a mechanical type filter. Bio-filters provide a clean, healthy pond ecosystem that is ideal for ponds with fish.
2. PRE-BIO-FILTER, Pond Pump Intake : This type of bio-filter attaches to the pond pump intake and offers the consumer these additional benefits over inline type bio-filter systems. A compact design that is completely submersible in the pond, greater filter surface area with easy to service filter material, superior ability to be camouflaged into the pond setting environment and does not offer the opportunity to leak water from the pond that inline types do because of hose connections and seals.
3. UV CLARIFIER, Inline Type: UV Clarifiers emit germicidal ultraviolet light thru the bulb to help clarify green water associated with free-floating algae as well as providing a healthier pond environment with increased water clarity. The UV light bulb and quartz sleeve eradicate single-celled algae, harmful microorganisms and other pond water contaminants.
4. BIO-FILTER with UV CLARIFIER, Inline: Provides the benefits of a bio-filter while also providing the additional benefits of a UV clarifier in a single package; see bio-filter and UV clarifier listed above for benefits.

WATER FEATURES:

5. SPITTERS : Spitters attach to your existing pond pump with a vinyl hose and provide a secondary water feature by returning water back into the pond as a tube of water. These are easy to install and provide the least expensive secondary water feature you can add to your existing pond. They come in many varieties, forms and shapes; most set on the side of the pond but floating versions are also available.
6. WATER COURSE/STREAM : These are normally molded plastic and may be provided with a rock looking texture for a more natural look. Some of these are multi-leveled to add emphasis to the water flow. Installation is fairly simple and attach to your existing pond pump with a vinyl hose. Sizes vary from 12” to 48” in length and may be purchased in many different forms and shapes.
7. SMALL WATERFALL: These are normally molded plastic and come in different sizes and configurations. They hook up to your existing pump with vinyl hose and return water to your pond as a wall/stream of water. Some of these are simple to install and blend into the pond environment while others are a little more involved and may require rocks and shrubs to help blend in for a natural look.
8. MEDIUM WATER FALL : These are normally molded plastic and come in different sizes and configurations. Consumers who install these also install skimmer filter systems. These are installed on liner type ponds and use a dedicated pond pump to power this type of water feature. These are more involved to install and blend into the pond environment. These systems require some knowledge and ability to install.
9. FOUNTAIN ART: Normally found as a cast resin figurine that attaches to your existing pond pump with a vinyl hose and provides a secondary water feature by returning water back into the pond as an accent type feature. These are larger than spitters and also provide an art type feature to your pond. These come in many varieties, forms and shapes which may be 12 to 18 inches tall.

POND ACCENT ACCESSORIES:

10. POND LIGHTS : Add interest, emphasis, dimension and depth to your pond and water features. Low voltage pond lights provide an enchanting nighttime gathering place at your pond by providing light to accent the water features, pond, plants, fish and the surrounding pond area.
11. PLANT BASKETS : Are inexpensive molded plastic baskets that are specifically designed for pond plants. They allow water and nutrients to pass thru while keeping the roots contained within the basket.

CHANGING THE TWO-WAY VALVE INTO A ONE-WAY VALVE:

1. VALVE OPTION : You can change your Two-Way Valve into a One-Way Valve using the illustration below and by following step 2. If you do not plan to run a secondary water feature you can simplify the use of your valve by making it a One-Way Valve. In the event you choose to add a secondary feature later you can always reinstall the Valve Body (B) by reversing the procedure in Step 2.
   

2. VALVE CONVERSION : To convert the Two-Way Valve into a One-Way Valve remove the Valve Body (B) from the Fountain / Extension Tube Adaptor (A) it simply snaps out with a twist and pull, then using a pair of pliers to grip the Valve Insert control (C) and pull it out of the Valve Body (B). Insert the Valve Insert Control (C) into the Extension Tube Adaptor (A), push it in until it snaps into place and rotates freely.

ATTENTION CUSTOMER: STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY

Beckett warrants to the original purchaser only, the “FR” series pond pump and accessories against defects in material and workmanship as follows:

1. Beckett warrants to the original purchaser, the “FR” series pond pump and accessories (Exception – does not include the rotor/impeller assembly or replaceable intake filter material – see Item 2 for warranty on these items) against defects in material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase.
2. Beckett warrants to the original purchaser, the rotor/impeller assembly against defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase. There is no warranty on the replaceable intake filter material as this is considered an expendable item.
3. Original Purchaser must retain proof of such purchase in the form of a store sales receipt and must produce such upon request by customer service representative at 1-866-466-4319. Do not return product to place of purchase; contact Beckett customer service at 1-866-466-4319 and a knowledgeable customer service representative will assist you in resolving the problem and arrange replacement of the defective parts as needed. If the product is found to have been consumer damaged or abused, it is not covered by the limited warranty.

If this is the case, you will be advised of the cost of replacement part(s), or the need to return damaged part(s) for warranty replacement. Altering the power cord or plug will void any warranty considerations. Damage or injuries resulting from negligence, misuse or failure to follow the safety instructions of this product are not covered by warranty.

Should you encounter any problems or need replacement parts, contact the Customer Service Representative/Parts Department at
1-866-466-4319 from 8 AM to 5 PM Mon. thru Fri. EST. Extended operating days and hours during peak season requirements.

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