pontec PondoMax Eco 1500 Pond Pump Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- pontec
Table of Contents
PondoMax Eco
1500 / 2500 / 5000 / 8000
Pond Pump
Instruction Manual
PondoMax Eco 1500 Pond Pump
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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:
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For pumping normal pond water for water features and fountains.
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Operation under observance of the technical data.
The following restrictions apply to the unit: -
Do not use it in swimming ponds.
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Never use the unit to convey fluids other than water.
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Never run the unit without water.
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Do not use it for commercial or industrial purposes.
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Do not use it in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, or 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 the state of 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
accordance 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 recognize 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 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 authorized to judge and carry out the work commissioned to him/her. Working as a qualified person also includes the recognition of possible hazards and 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 authorized 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 it with hose clips and screw it 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 the 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:
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Prior to reaching into the water, disconnect the power supply to all units used in the water.
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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 function.
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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 the pump lid and remove the
impeller. Clean all components using clean water and a brush.
After cleaning the pump, reassemble in reverse order. Insert pump in the
strainer casing. Regarding the 1500-2500 series of the PondoMax, ensure the
correct seating of the rubber buffers used for the bearing of the pump. Route
connection cable such that it cannot be pinched. Refit the strainer lid and
close.
Malfunction
Malfunction
| Cause|
Remedy
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The pump does not start| No mains voltage| Check mains voltage Clean/check
supply lines
The 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
The 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. A 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-authorized workshops. Repairs are reserved for
workshops authorized 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.
Technische Daten
- Type
- Weight
- Rated voltage
- Power consumption
- Max. flow rate
- Max. head height Connection to the
- pump inlet
- Connection to the
- pump outlet
- Cable length
- Water temperature
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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 pacemakers!| Protect from direct sun radiation.| Do not dispose of
together with
household waste!| Attention!
Read the operating instructions
PfG
GmbH
Tecklenburger Straße 161
D – 48469 Hörstel
Germany
www.pontec.com 17556/07G