pontec PondoMax Eco 1500 Pump Instruction Manual

pontec PondoMax Eco 1500 Pump

Product Information

The PondoMax Eco is a range of pumps available in four models: 1500, 2500, 5000, and 8000. These pumps are designed for use in outdoor water systems and are capable of delivering high-quality performance. The PondoMax Eco pumps are equipped with various safety features to ensure trouble-free operation and prevent any potential hazards.

Symbols Used in the Instructions

• Risk of injury to persons due to dangerous electrical voltage: This symbol indicates an imminent danger that can lead to death or severe injuries if appropriate measures are not taken.

• Risk of personal injury caused by a general source of
  

• danger: This symbol indicates an imminent danger that can lead to death or severe injuries if appropriate measures are not taken.

• Important information for trouble-free
  operation: This symbol highlights important information to ensure the proper functioning of the product.

Product Usage Instructions

Attention: Before using the PondoMax Eco pump, please read and understand all the instructions provided in this manual.

Electrical Installation

• Ensure that electrical installations comply with national regulations and are carried out by a qualified electrician.
• A qualified electrician is defined as someone with vocational education, knowledge, and experience in electrical work.
• Use extension cables and power distributors suitable for outdoor use.
• The power connection cable cross-section should not be smaller than that of the rubber sheath with the pump.

Cleaning and Maintenance

To clean the PondoMax Eco pump:

1. Open the strainer casing and remove the pump.
2. Unscrew the pump lid and remove the impeller.
3. Clean all components using clean water and a brush.
4. After cleaning, reassemble the pump in reverse order, ensuring correct seating of rubber buffers for the bearing of the pump (for 1500-2500 series).
5. Route the connection cable so that it cannot be pinched.
6. Refit the strainer lid and close it securely.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any malfunctions with the PondoMax Eco pump, refer to the following:

• Pump does not start: Check if there is mains voltage and if the filter housing is clogged.
• Pump does not deliver: Check if the filter housing is clogged or if there is excessive loss in the supply hoses.
• Insufficient delivered quantity: Ensure that the water is not excessively soiled and that the water temperature is not too high.
• Pump switches off after a short running time: Check if the water is excessively soiled or if the water temperature is too high.

Storage and Disposal

For storage and over-wintering:

• Remove the unit at temperatures below zero degrees centigrade.
• Thoroughly clean and check the unit for damage.
• Store the unit immersed in water or filled with water in a frost-free place. Do not flood the power plug.

Wear parts, such as the impeller unit, are not covered under warranty. If the unit is damaged, it cannot be repaired and must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations.

Translation of the original Operating Instructions

Information about these operating instructions
You made a good choice with the purchase of the product PondoMax Eco 1500 / 2500 / 5000 / 8000.
Prior to commissioning the unit, please read the instructions of use carefully and fully familiarise yourself with the unit. Ensure that all work with this unit is only carried out in accordance with these instructions.
Adhere to the safety information for the correct and safe use of the unit.
Keep these instructions in a safe place! Please also hand over the instructions when passing the unit on to a new owner.

Symbols used in these instructions

The symbols used in this operating manual have the following meanings:

• Risk of injury to persons due to dangerous electrical voltage
• This symbol indicates an imminent danger, which can lead to death or severe injuries if the appropriate measures are not taken.
• Risk of personal injury caused by a general source of danger
• This symbol indicates an imminent danger, which can lead to death or severe injuries if the appropriate measures are not taken.
• Important information for trouble-free operation.

Intended use

PondoMax Eco 1500 / 2500 / 5000 / 8000, in the following termed “unit”, and all other parts from the delivery scope may be used exclusively as follows:

• For pumping normal pond water for water features and fountains.

• Operation under observance of the technical data.
  The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Do not use in swimming ponds.

• Never use the unit to convey 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.
  Attention! Risk of damage!
  Ensure that the unit does not take in air or run dry. Do not connect the unit to the domestic water lines.

Safety information

The company PfG has built this unit according to state-of-the-art and valid safety regulations. Despite the above, hazards for persons and assets can emanate from this unit if it is used in an improper manner or not in accor- dance with its intended use, or if the safety instructions are ignored.
For safety reasons, children and young persons under 16 years of age as well as persons who cannot recognise possible danger or who are not familiar with these operating instructions, are not permitted to use the unit. Keep children under supervision to ensure that they do not play with the unit.

Hazards encountered by the combination of water and electricity

• The combination of water and electricity can lead to death or severe injury from electrocution, if the unit is incorrectly connected or misused.

• Prior to reaching into the water, always switch off the mains voltage to all units used in the water.
  Correct electrical installation

• Electrical installations must meet the national regulations and may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.

• A person is regarded as a qualified electrician, if, due to his/her vocational education, knowledge and experience, he or she is capable of and authorised to judge and carry out the work commissioned to him/her. Working as a qualified person also includes the recognition of possible hazards and the adherence to the pertinent regional and national standards, rules and regulations.

• For your own safety, please consult a qualified electrician.

• The unit may only be connected when the electrical data of the unit and the power supply coincide. The unit data is to be found on the unit type plate or on the packaging, or in this manual.

• Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated fault current of max. 30 mA by means of a fault current protection device.

• Extension cables and power distributors (e.g. outlet strips) must be suitable for outdoor use.

• Ensure that the power connection cable cross section is not smaller than that of the rubber sheath with the identification H05RN-F. Extension cables must meet DIN VDE 0620.

• Protect the plug connections from moisture.

• Only plug the unit into a correctly fitted socket.
  Safe operation

• Never operate the unit if either the electrical cables or the housing are defective!

• Do not carry or pull the unit by its electrical cable.

• Route all cables such that damage is excluded and nobody can trip over them.

• Never open the unit housing or its attendant components, unless this is explicitly required in the operating instructions.

• Only use original spare parts and accessories for the unit.

• Never carry out technical modifications to the unit.

• Only have repairs carried out by customer service points authorised by PfG.

• Only operate the unit if no persons are in the water!

• Keep the socket and power plug dry.
  Important! The unit is equipped with a permanent magnet. The magnetic field may affect the function of pacemakers.

Installation (A)

Cut the stepped hose adapters such that the connection opening coincides with the hose diameter. This helps to avoid pressure loss.
At the filter pump, push or turn the hose onto the stepped hose connection, secure with hose clips and screw onto the filter pump connection thread.

Installation
Place the unit in the pond horizontally on firm, sludge-free ground and ensure that it is completely covered with water at a maximum of 2 m / 4 m below the surface of the water.

Start-up

Attention! Dangerous electrical voltage. Possible consequences: Death or severe injury. Protective measures:

• Prior to reaching into the water, disconnect the power supply to all units used in the water.
• Disconnect the power plug prior to carrying out work on the unit.

Attention! Sensitive electrical components.

• Possible consequence: The unit will be destroyed.
• Protective measure: Do not connect the unit to a dimmable power supply.
• Switching on: Connect power plug to the socket. The unit switches on immediately when the power connection is established.
• Switching off: Disconnect the power plug.

Maintenance and cleaning

Attention! Dangerous electrical voltage. Possible consequences: Death or severe injury. Protective measures:

• Prior to reaching into the water, disconnect the power supply to all units used in the water.
• Disconnect the power plug prior to carrying out work on the unit.

If necessary, clean the unit with clear water using a soft brush.

• Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions. These could attack the housing surface or impair the function.
• In the event of stubborn furring (calcium deposits), a common household cleaner free from vinegar and chlorine can be used. Subsequently, clean the pump thoroughly using clear water.

Cleaning the unit
Open strainer casing and remove pump (B). Unscrew pump lid and remove impeller. Clean all components using clean water and a brush.
After cleaning the pump, reassemble in the reverse order. Insert pump in the strainer casing. Regarding the 1500-2500 series of the PondoMax, ensure correct seating of the rubber buffers used for the bearing of the pump. Route connec-tion cable such that it cannot be pinched. Refit strainer lid and close.

Malfunction

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Pump does not deliver| Filter housing clogged| Clean strainer casings

Reduce hose length to the necessary minimum, do not use unnecessary connection parts

Insufficient delivered quantity| Filter housing clogged

Excessive loss in the supply hoses

| Clean strainer casings

Reduce hose length to the necessary minimum, do not use unnecessary connection parts

Pump switches off after a short running time| Excessively soiled water Water temperature too high| Clean pump

Note maximum water temperature of +35°C

Storage/Over-wintering
Remove the unit at temperatures below zero degrees centigrade. Thoroughly clean and check the unit for damage.
Store the unit immersed in water or filled with water in a frost-free place. Do not flood the power plug!

Wear parts
The impeller unit is a wearing part and does not fall under the warranty.

Repair
A damaged unit cannot be repaired and must be put out of operation. Dispose of the unit in accordance with the regulations.

Disposal
Do not dispose of this unit with domestic waste! For disposal purposes, please use the return system provided.
Disable the unit beforehand by cutting off the cables.

Guarantee conditions

PfG grants a 3 year guarantee from the date of sale on proven material and manufacturing faults. Prerequisite for our guarantee is the presentation of the purchase receipt. Our guarantee will become null and void if the unit is misused, electrically or mechanically damaged by inappropriate use and improper repair by non-authorised workshops. Repairs are reserved for workshops authorised by PfG or by PfG itself. In the case of warranty claims, please return the defective unit or part freight paid to PfG together with a description of the fault and the purchase receipt. PfG reserves the right to invoice repair costs. PfG is not liable for transport damage. Any damage must be claimed against the carrier. Further claims of whatever type, especially consequential damage, are excluded. This guarantee does not affect the final customer’s claims against the dealer.

TECHNICAL DATA

• Type:

  • 1500
  • 2500
  • 5000
  • 8000

• Weight:

  • 1,9 kg
  • 2,2 kg
  • 3,4 kg
  • 4,4 kg

• Rated voltage:
  AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz

• Power consumption:

  • 70 W
  • 60 W
  • 40 W
  • 25 W

• Max. flow rate:

  • ≤ 1500 l/h
  • ≤ 2500 l/h
  • ≤ 5000 l/h
  • ≤ 8000 l/h

• Max. head height:

  • ≤ 1.9 m
  • ≤ 2.2 m
  • ≤ 2.6 m
  • ≤ 2.8 m

• Connection to the pump inlet:

  • 25 mm
  • 25 mm
  • G1 ½ ’’
  • G1 ½ ’’

• Connection to the pump outlet:

  • G1 ’’
  • G1 ’’
  • G1 ½ ’’
  • G1 ½ ’’

• Cable length:
  10 m
  

• Water temperature:
  +4 … +35 ºC
  

SYMBOLS

• Dust tight. Submersible to 2 m depth.
• Dust tight. Submersible to 4 m depth.
• Remove the unit at temperatures below zero (centigrade).
• Possible hazard for persons wearing pace makers!
• Protect from direct sun radiation.
• Do not dispose of together with household waste!
• Attention!
  Read the operating instructions

PfG GmbH D – 48469 Hörstel Germany
Tecklenburger Straße 161
www.pontec.com

References

• Faszination WasserGarten - Pontec

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