Oase PondoVac 5 Strong Exhaust Vacuum Suction Machine Instruction Manual

**Oase PondoVac 5 Strong Exhaust Vacuum Suction Machine Instruction Manual

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WARNING

• This unit can be used by children aged 8  and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the unit in a safe way and they understand the hazards involved.
• Do not allow children to play with the unit.
• Only allow children to carry out cleaning and user maintenance under supervision.
• Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated fault current of max. 30 mA by means of a fault current protection device.
• Only connect the unit if the electrical data of the unit and the power supply correspond. The unit data is to be found on the unit type plate, on the packaging or in this manual.
• Possible death or severe injury from electrocution! Before reaching into the water, always disconnect all units in the water that have a voltage of >12 V AC or >30 V DC from the power supply.
• Only operate the unit if no persons are in the water.
• Do not use the unit if electrical cables or housings are damaged.

Safety information

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. This 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.
• Extension cables and power distributors (e.g. outlet strips) must be suitable for outdoor use (splash-proof).
• Protect the plug connection from moisture.
• Only connect the unit to a correctly fitted socket.

Safe operation

• Do not operate or leave the unit in the rain.
• Minimum safety distance between the unit and the water: 2 m.
• 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 cords/hoses/lines in a way that they are protected against damage, and ensure that they do not present a tripping obstacle.
• Only open the unit housing or its attendant components, when this is explicitly required in the operating instructions.
• Only execute work on the unit that is described in this manual. If problems cannot be overcome, please contact an authorised customer service point or, when in doubt, the manufacturer.
• Only use original spare parts and accessories for the unit.
• Never carry out technical modifications to the unit.

Information about these operating instructions

Welcome to OASE Living Water. You made a good choice with the purchase of this product PondoVac 5.
Prior to commissioning the unit, please read the instructions of use carefully and fully familiarise yourself with the unit.
Ensure that all work on and 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

Warnings

The warning information is categorised by signal words, which indicate the extent of the hazard.

WARNING

• Indicates a possibly hazardous situation.
• Non-observance may lead to death or serious injuries.

CAUTION

• Indicates a possibly hazardous situation.
• Non-observance may lead to slight or minor injuries.

NOTE
Information for the purpose of clarification or for preventing possible damage to assets or to the environment.

Additional information

A Reference to a figure, e.g. Fig. A.

• Reference to another section.

Scope of delivery

The parts included in the scope of delivery are inside the container and have to be removed first!

A

| Quantity| Description
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1

|

1

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Multi-purpose vacuum cleaner PondoVac 5

2|

1

| Suction hose with handle

3

|

1

| Discharge hose

4

|

1

| Extension tube

5

|

1

| Extension tube, transparent

6

|

1

| Surface cleaning nozzle

• For cleaning large, smooth surfaces

7

|

1

| Wet suction nozzle

• For removing dirty or residual water for operation as a wet vacuum cleaner

8

|

1

| Algae nozzle

• For separating and removing string algae

9

|

1

| Universal nozzle

• For removing pond sludge without vacuuming up the pond gravel

10

|

1

| Brush nozzle:

·   For removing stubborn dirt

11

|

1

| Operating instructions

12

|

2

| Wheel

13

|

1

| Storz coupling type C

14

|

1

| Intake distributor

15

|

1

| Debris collection bag

16

|

1

| Velcro tape for debris collection bag

17

|

1

| Fine filter bag

Product Description

PondoVac 5 is a multi-purpose vacuum cleaner for cleaning garden ponds, pools and swimming ponds. It is also suitable for use as a wet vacuum cleaner in the home.

Unit configuration

B

| Description
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1

| Transport handle

2

| Transport brace

3

| Locking screw for fastening the transport brace

4

| Power switch

• For switching the vacuum cleaner on and off

5

| Vacuum head

6

| Locking clips (6 ×)

7

| Plug connector (designed to prevent misconnection) for connecting the pump

8

| Foam filter

• Protects the electronics in the vacuum head from the ingress of dirt particles.

9

| Filter support basket

• The integrated float protects the electronics from the ingress of water if the maximum water level is exceeded.

10

| Power cable with power plug

11

| Wheel (2×)

12

| Outlet (pressure socket) with Storz coupling type C

13

| Pump base

14

| Discharge pump

15

| Tank

16

| Adapter with non-return valve

• The non-return valve prevents water running back via the discharge hose.

17

| Debris collection bag

18

| Inlet (suction socket)

Function description

The vacuum cleaner is used for removing sludge from ponds/pools via the suction hose and collecting it in the tank.
The suction power can be regulated with the slide in the suction hose handle.
The debris collection bag in the vacuum cleaner tank collects coarse particles, thereby preventing the discharge pump from becoming clogged. Should the suction capacity decrease, it is necessary to clean the debris collection bag.
The discharge pump continuously pumps the dirty water out of the tank via the discharge hose.
The float in the filter support basket protects the vacuum head from the ingress of water. Clean the foam filter regularly to ensure perfect function of the vacuum cleaner. Ensure that the float can move freely.
Protective function of the float:

• If the dirty water level in the tank rises inadmissibly, the float closes the intake in the vacuum head and switches the vacuum head off.
  • If the float unblocks the intake within 15 s, the vacuum head will switch on automatically. Otherwise the vacuum cleaner will switch off completely and a warning signal will sound.
  • If the float closes the intake three times within 60 s, the vacuum cleaner will switch off completely and a warning signal will sound.
  • The vacuum cleaner may only be restarted by switching it off and on after remedy of the malfunction.

PondoVac 5, referred to as “unit”, may only be used as specified in the following:

• For pond sludge removal.

• For cleaning ponds, swimming ponds and pools.

• Only operate the vacuum cleaner with the debris collection bag in place.

• Operate in accordance with instructions. (→ Technical data)

• Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes.
  The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Never run the unit without water.

• The debris/dirt must contain at least 20 % water.

• Only operate with water at a water temperature of +4 °C to +35 °C.

• Never use the unit to convey fluids other than water.

• Do not use as a dry vacuum cleaner.

• Do not use in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, easily flammable or explosive substances.

• Do not transport the vacuum cleaner when it is filled.

Opening/closing the tank

WARNING

Possible death or severe injury from hazardous electrical voltage!

• Prior to reaching into the water, isolate (switch off and disconnect) all units/devices used in the water.
• Isolate the device (disconnect from the power supply) before carrying out any work on it.

How to proceed:

C

1. Release the locking clips.
   • To do this, grip the clips from underneath and pull upwards.
2. Lift off the vacuum head and the adapter ring.
   • The vacuum head and adapter ring can be removed separately.
   • The plug connector for the discharge pump does not need to be disconnected.
3. Assemble the parts in the reverse order and fasten with the locking clips.
   • Ensure that the parts are precisely aligned in relation to each other.
   • Ensure that the seal on the adapter ring is correctly seated so that it is not damaged during assembly.

Assembling the vacuum cleaner

Fitting the wheels

How to proceed:

D

1. Insert the wheel into the wheel bush.
2. Firmly push the wheel until it locks into place.

Fitting the outlet

Prerequisite: The tank is open. (→ Opening/closing the tank)

How to proceed:
E

1. Check the correct seating of the adapter with non-return valve.
   • Ensure that the adapter is locked into place in the tank wall.
2. Screw the Storz coupling type C onto the outlet and hand-tighten.

Fitting the inlet

Prerequisite: The tank is open. (→ Opening/closing the tank)

How to proceed:
F

1. Insert the intake distributor into the opening.
   • Guide the pins on the intake distributor through the notches of the opening.
2. Twist the intake distributor to lock it into place (bayonet closure).
   • Ensure that the outlet of the intake distributor in the tank is angled downwards.
3. Fit the debris collection bag onto the intake distributor in the tank.
   • Ensure that the elastic of the debris collection bag is seated in the groove of the intake distributor.
   • Secure the debris collection bag with the Velcro tape.

Installation and connection

G

WARNING
Possible death or severe injury from hazardous electrical voltage!

• Set up the unit at least 2 m away from the pond/pool.
• Ensure that the ground under the unit is firm and horizontal so that the unit cannot tip over.

NOTE!
The vacuum cleaner can be set up and operated in a position that is up to 0.3 m lower than the water level.

Possible consequences:

• When the vacuum cleaner is switched off, the water will automatically flow through the tank while the suction hose remains in the pond/pool. The pond/pool will be emptied.

Remedy:

• Always take the suction hose out of the pool/pond when the vacuum cleaner is switched off.

Adjusting the transport brace

How to proceed:
H

1. Undo the locking screw.
2.  Move the transport brace into the desired position.
3. Hand-tighten the locking screw.

Connecting the hoses and nozzles

How to proceed:
I

1. Attach the discharge hose to the outlet and twist it clockwise (bayonet closure).
   • If only coarse dirt particles >1 mm (e.g. leaves or hair) are to be removed, you can allow the waste water to flow back into the pond / pool via the fine filter bag.
   • Do not allow muddy water to flow back into the pond / pool.
2. Attach the suction hose to the inlet.
3. Fit extension tubes and the desired nozzle to the suction hose with handle.
   • Universal nozzle: For removing pond sludge without vacuuming up the pond gravel.
   • Algae nozzle: For separating and removing string algae.
   • Brush nozzle: For removing stubborn dirt.
   • Surface cleaning nozzle: For cleaning large, smooth surfaces.
   • Wet suction nozzle: For removing dirty or residual water for operation as a wet vacuum cleaner

NOTE!

• The more tubes that are used, the higher the tube frictional resistance. This leads to a reduction of the suction capacity.
• Set up the vacuum cleaner on ground that is not much higher than the water level so as not to impair the suction capacity.

The following conditions must be met:

• Allow the dirty water to drain out into a drain or far enough away from the pond to ensure that it cannot flow back into the pond.
• Completely unwind the power and extension cable.
  • Ensure that the cables are not bundled together or coiled up.

Operation

• Switch on the vacuum cleaner at the power switch.
• The suction power can be adjusted with the slide in the suction hose handle.
  • To increase the suction: Move the slide forwards.
  • To reduce the suction: Move the slide backwards.
• Clean the vacuum cleaner after each use. (→ Maintenance and cleaning)
  • Recommendation: Vacuum up clean water before cleaning. This will wash out the dirt particles.

NOTE!

The vacuum cleaner and seals will be subjected to excessive strain if the vacuum cleaner is moved when the tank is full.

• Empty the tank before moving the vacuum cleaner.

Remedy of faults

and allow it to dry.
Discharge hose is too high up.| Route the discharge hose in a lower position (max. 2 m above the base of the unit)
The unit cannot be switched on, a warning sig- nal has sounded.| The water level in the tank is too high.

• The float in the vacuum head has closed the intake for longer than 15 s.
• The float in the vacuum head has closed the intake three times within 60 s.

| Clean the tank.

Ensure that the float can move freely.

To reset the malfunction: Switch off the unit and then switch it on again.

Water vapour is escaping from the unit.| In cold weather condensate forms in the unit, which is released in the form of water vapour.| This is normal. No remedy necessary
No suction or reduction in suction| No mains voltage| Check the mains voltage.
Excessive height difference between water level and unit| Set up the vacuum cleaner on ground that is not much higher than the water level.
Debris collection bag is full.| Empty the debris collection bag.
Dirt clogging the foam filter, suction tube or suction hose| Remove dirt.
Non-return valve jammed or soiled| Clean
Low suction capacity| Slide on the suction handle is open.| Close the slide on the suction handle.
Increased tube friction resistance| Keep the suction hose as short and flat as possible.
Excessive suction depth Due to the design the suction capacity reduces from a suction depth of 2 m.| Reduce the suction depth
The tank is not emptying, the vacuum head keeps switching off.|

• Discharge hose kinked
• The discharge hose is too high (max. 2 m higher than the unit).
• The discharge hose is too long (max. 20 m).

| Route the discharge hose correctly.
Discharge hose or non-return valve clogged with dirt|

• Remove dirt from the discharge hose.
• Clean the non-return valve.

The discharge pump is clogged.|

• Clean the discharge pump.
• Clean the non-return valve.

Maintenance and cleaning

WARNING
Possible death or severe injury from hazardous electrical voltage!

• Prior to reaching into the water, isolate (switch off and disconnect) all units/devices used in the water.
• Isolate the device (disconnect from the power supply) before carrying out any work on it.

Cleaning the container

Prerequisite: The tank is open. (→ Opening/closing the tank)

• Clean the debris collection bag under running water. (→ Cleaning the debris collection bag)

Clean the following parts with clean water and a soft brush:

• Intake distributor
• Discharge pump
• Storz coupling type C
  • Regularly clean seals, including that of the Storz coupling type C hoses. Soiled seals are subject to increased wear, leading to leaks.
• Inside of the tank
  • Recommendation: Place the vacuum head next to the unit (do not open the plug connectors), lay the tank on the ground and rinse out with running water

Cleaning the debris collection bag

Prerequisite: The tank is open. (→ Opening/closing the tank)

How to proceed:
J

1. Release the Velcro tape of the debris collection bag.
2. Pull the elastic of the debris collection bag from the intake distributor.
3. Remove and empty the debris collection bag.
   • Undo the zip on the debris collection bag to facilitate emptying.
   • Close the zip after emptying.
4. Refit the debris collection bag in the reverse order.
   • Secure the debris collection bag with the Velcro tape.

Cleaning the foam filter

Prerequisite: The tank is open. (→ Opening/closing the tank)

How to proceed:
K

1. Release the filter cover (bayonet closure).
2. Pull off the foam filter and clean with clean water and a soft brush.
3. Check the function of the float and clean if necessary.
   • Ensure that the float can move freely and easily.
4. Assemble the parts in the reverse order.

Cleaning the non-return valve

Prerequisite: The tank is open. (→ Opening/closing the tank)

How to proceed:
L

1. Unscrew the Storz coupling type C.
2. Turn the adapter away to the side.
3. Unscrew the adapter.
4. Remove the non-return valve.
5. Clean all parts with clean water and a soft brush.
6. Reassemble the parts in the reverse order.
   • Important: Ensure that the non-return valve is inserted such that the valve opens in the direction of the outlet.

Removing/cleaning the pump

Prerequisite: The tank is open. (→ Opening/closing the tank)

How to proceed:
M

1. Unscrew the plug connection and pull apart.
   – Protect the open plug connection from moisture.

2. Unscrew the Storz coupling type C.

3. Turn the adapter away to the side.

4. Remove the transport protection.

5. Carefully bend open the retaining brace with the tab to release.

6. Remove the discharge pump and clean or replace if defective.

7. Cleaning the discharge pump:

   • Undo the screws on the pump casing and remove the protection grid.
   • Clean the protection grid and pump casing on the inside and outside with clear water and a soft brush.
   • Remove soiling from the impeller unit, turning the impeller unit by hand to access all soiled points.

8. Reassemble the parts in the reverse order.

   • The transport protection only needs to be fitted for shipping or horizontal transport of the unit.

Wear parts

• Foam filter
• Debris collection bag
• Seals
• Wheels
• Non-return valve
• Impeller unit

Storage/overwintering

• Drain the unit as far as possible, clean thoroughly and check for damage.
• Empty all hoses, pipes and connections as far as possible.
• Store the unit in a dry and frost-free place.

Spare parts

The use of original parts from OASE ensures continued safe and reliable operation of the unit.

Please visit our website for spare parts drawings and spare parts.

Disposal

NOTE
Do not dispose of this unit with domestic waste.

• Render the unit unusable beforehand by cutting the cables and dispose of the unit via the return system provided for this purpose.

Technical data

Maximum head height

(max. submersion depth of suction hose)

| m| 2.50
Output| Connection|  | 2‘‘ Storz coupling type C
Max. length of discharge hose| m| 20

Symbols on the unit

| Discharge pump:

Dust-tight. Watertight to 1 m depth.

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Vacuum:

Protection against the ingress of splash water.

| Do not dispose of with household waste.
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Attention!

Read the operating instructions.

References

• For private customers - Service - OASE
• For private customers - Service - OASE
• Teich & Garten: Wasserwelten realisieren - OASE
• For private customers - Service - OASE
• Spare Parts A-Z - OASE
• For private customers - Service - OASE

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