Oase Filtral UVC 1500 Complete Pond Filter Instructions

Filtral UVC
1500, 3000, 6000, 9000
Commissioning

Filtral UVC 1500 Complete Pond Filter

♦ A
Filtral UVC 1500 Filtral UVC 3000, 6000, 9000

♦ B
Filtral UVC 1500 Filtral UVC 3000, 6000, 9000

** ♦ C
♦ D**

♦ E

♦ F

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The following additional topics are addressed in the operating manual:

• Product features, symbols on the unit
• Cleaning and maintenance, malfunction rectification
• Technical data, wear parts, spare parts, disposal

Safety information

Electrical connection

• Special regulations apply for electrical installation in outdoor spaces. Only a qualified electri- cian may perform the electrical installation.
  – The qualified electrician has the necessary professional training, knowledge and experience to perform electrical installation in outdoor spaces. The electrician can detect potential dangers and knows how to adhere to regional and national standards, regulations and directives.
  – For your own safety, please consult a qualified electrician.

• Only connect the unit if the electrical data of the unit and the power supply match.

• Only plug the unit into a correctly installed outlet.

• The device is to be supplied through a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.

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

• Protect open plugs and sockets from moisture.

Safe operation

• Never operate the UVC lamp outside the housing or in a damaged housing. The ultraviolet radiation can burn the skin and eyes.
• Do not use the unit, if electrical lines or the housing are damaged.
• The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the appliance should be scrapped.
• Do not carry or pull the unit by its power cable.
• Route lines in such a way that they are protected from damage and do not present a tripping hazard.
• Never carry out technical changes to the unit.
• Only carry out work on the unit that is described in this manual.
• Only use original spare parts and accessories.

Intended use

Only use the product described in this manual as follows:

• For cleaning garden ponds.

• For operation with clean water.

• While adhering to the technical specifications.
  The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• This product is not suitable for general lighting, but is only intended for the purpose describedhere.

• Do not use in swimming ponds.

• The UVC clarifier installed in the device kills algae and bacteria in the pond water. The UVC lamp may never be used for any other purpose or outside of the housing.

• 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.

Product Description

1500 3000, 6000, 9000
1| | | Underwater filter
2| | | 2 × screws For hanging the underwater filter to a side of the pond
3| | | Connection fitting for ball joint
4| | | Branch valve with flow-rate regulators Possible connection for water courses/water features, G½
5| | | Union nut
For securing the upright position of the nozzle pipe
6| | | Nozzle pipe
7| | | Nozzle connection with hose bracket
8| | | Nozzle inserts (Vulkan, Lava, Magma)
Creates different water features
9| x| | Branch valve with flow-rate regulators
Possible connection for Venturi nozzle or watercourse/water feature, G1
10| x| | Venturi nozzle
For pond aeration
11| x| | Hose
Sucks air into the Venturi nozzle
12| x| | Stepped hose adapter with union nut
13| x| | Reduction element Spacer ring for use with the Venturi nozzle or the second output on the branch valve

Assembly

Operation with water feature
♦ A
When operating together with a water feature, the device should be set up horizontally. (→ Set up the device horizontally)
The branch valve is mounted together with the nozzle pipe and nozzle insert at the device’s output.

• Depending on the nozzle insert used, a specific water feature is created.
  Connection to the second output of the branch valve:

• Hose connection for a watercourse/water feature.

• Filtral 1500: Operation is possible either with the fountain or with the optionally available Venturi nozzle.

• Filtral 3000/6000/9000: When using the Venturi nozzle, run the air hose along the nozzle pipe and secure in the holder on the nozzle connection. The air hose must be able to suck in air, no water may be allowed to enter the air hose.

Hand-tighten the bolt connections.

♦ B
When operating without a water feature, the device can be set up either horizontally or hung up. (→ Set up the device horizontally) (→ Hang up the device)
Connection to the output of Filtral 1500:

• Use a branch valve in order to connect up the hose for a watercourse/water feature.

• Connection for a Venturi nozzle (optionally available, 70364).

• Do not connect anything to the output.
  Connection to the output of Filtral 3000/6000/9000:

• Connecting up the Venturi nozzle provided with scope of delivery (possible with and without a branch valve).

• Hose connection for a watercourse/water feature (possible with and without a branch valve).

• Do not connect anything to the output.
  Hand-tighten the bolt connections.

Installation

Set up the device horizontally
♦  C
Observe the following conditions:

• Ensure that the connection to the power supply is at least 2 m from the edge of the pond.
• Place the device so that the filter housing is always below the water level.
• Position the device so that the nozzle insert is above the water level.
• Place the unit in the pond on horizontal, firm and sludge-free ground.

Hang up the device
♦  D
Observe the following conditions:

• Ensure that the connection to the power supply is at least 2 m from the edge of the pond.
• Place the device so that the filter housing is always below the water level.
• Only operate the device without water feature.
• Screw the two screws into the filter base and hang the device on the two screws with a cord.
  Fasten the cord on the side of the pond.

Set-up fountain/feature
In order to adapt the water feature, the length and the vertical position of the nozzle pipe need to be altered. The water flow rate can be regulated using the two flow-rate regulators on the branch valve.
How to proceed:
♦ E

1. Set the nozzle pipe to the length required.
2. Loosen the union nut, align the nozzle pipe vertically and hand-tighten the union nut once again.

Commissioning/start-up

NOTE
The unit will be destroyed if it is operated with a dimmer. It contains sensitive electrical components.
Do not connect the unit to a dimmable power supply.
Switching on: Connect the unit to the mains. The unit switches on immediately.
Switching off: Disconnect the unit from the mains.
♦ F
The viewing window shows that the UVC lamp in the device is working.

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