azponds 550GPH-77379 Oase Aquarius Fountain Set Eco 550 Pump Installation Guide

azponds 550GPH-77379 Oase Aquarius Fountain Set Eco 550 Pump

Intended use

Only use the product described in this manual as follows:

• For pumping normal pond water for filter systems, waterfall systems and water course systems.
• For household use only.
• Operate in accordance with instructions. (→Technical data)

The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Do not use in swimming ponds.
• Never use the unit with fluids other than water.
• Never run the unit without water.
• Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes.
• Do not use in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, easily flammable or explosive substances.

Installation and connection

Installing the water feature

• In addition to the water feature, you can connect a rivulet or waterspout to the stepped hose adapter (hose diameter ½, ¾ or 1 in).

Installing the pump

WARNING

• Severe injuries or death due to operation of this unit in a swimming pond. Defective electrical components will electrify the water with dangerous electrical voltage.
• Never operate the unit in a swimming pond.
• The unit is subject to dangerous voltage and must not be installed directly adjacent to the water. Otherwise there is a risk of severe injuries or death by electrocution.
• Install the unit at a distance of at least 2 m from the water to ensure that it is pro-tected against flooding.
• Ensure that the connection to the power supply is at least 6.6 ft from the pond.
• Place the pump horizontally on a stable, mud-free surface.
• The pump is under water, the nozzle intake emerges from the water.
• TIP! Thoroughly clean the pond or pool and place the pump approx. 200 mm above the bottom of the pond, so that no muddy water runs through the pump.
• Muddy water will cause the nozzle to clog faster and the impeller unit to become worn prematurely.

Adjusting the water feature

Commissioning/start-up

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain that the unit is connected only to a properly grounded, groundingtype receptacle.

NOTE

• Never connect the pump to a dimmer. Otherwise the pump will be destroyed.
• Switching on: Plug the power plug into the outlet.
• The unit switches on immediately.
• Switching off: Pull the power plug from the outlet.

Maintenance and cleaning

NOTE

• Never use chemical cleaning agents. These are hazardous to animals, plants and the environment.
• Only use clear water and a soft brush to clean the unit.

Recommendation regarding cleaning:

• Clean the unit as required, but at least twice a year.
• When cleaning the pump, pay particular attention to the impeller unit and the pump housing.

Opening/closing the housing

• Before closing the housing, place the power cable in the recess in the housing to pre-vent it from being crushed.

Opening the housing

Closing the housing

Cleaning/replacing the impeller unit

• Remove the pump cover or pump housing from the motor housing by turning it counter-clockwise (bayonet catch).
• After removing the impeller unit, clean all parts under running tap water.
• Replace a worn or damaged impeller unit.
• Assemble in the reverse order.

Storage/winter protection

• The unit is not frost-proof and has to be removed and put into storage if minus tem-peratures are expected.

How to correctly store the unit:

• Thoroughly clean the unit, check it for damage and replace any damaged parts.
• Store the pump submerged and in a frost-free environment.

Malfunction remedy

impeller unit
 | Filter housing clogged| Clean the filter housing.
 | Pressure loss in the hose too high|

•  Reduce the hose length and connecting pieces to a mini- mum
• Route hose in a straight line

Unit switches off after a short running period| Water temperature too high| Adhere to the maximum water temperature of +77 °F (+35 °C)
 | Unit is overloaded|

• Remove blockage
• The unit will switch on again automatically as soon as it has cooled down.

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