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ViaAqua® PowerHead Pumps, the energy efficient and versatile water pump. These utility
pumps can be used for wet/dry filtration, water circulation, protein skimmers, fountains and/
or ponds. Enhanced motor design and magnetic rotor technology makes these units energy
efficient and silent, yet are powerful and reliable.
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WARNING
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This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash you hand after handling the product.
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It is your sole responsability to verify that the plug and receptacle are clean/free of moisture and salt
build up at all times. The receptacle must be free of water, salt, calcium, and magnesium. Failure to
do so may cause fire and/or loss of life.
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Do not plug into an extension cord or power strip.
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A drip loop must be used when plug into any electrical devices. A drip loop is part of the cord
hanging below the receptacle.
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The national code requires all aquarium equipment to be plugged into a G.F.C.I. (Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter) electrical outlet. If you do not have a G.F.C.I., have an electrician install one prior
to operating any aquarium components.
* Please read and follow these important safeguards and safety
guidelines.
* ViaAqua® pump must be operated fully submersed at all times.
* Never operate a ViaAqua® pump with a electronic wave maker or
timing device. As such devices will cause permanent damage to the
pump and/or demagnetize the impeller.
* When operates the pump inside an aquarium, a prefilter must be
used. Failure to use a prefilter will cause damage to the impeller and/
or pump.
* When operates a pump inside a pond or fountain, a large prefilter
must be used. Failure to use its will cause damage to the impeller
and/or pump.
* Routine maintenance is required to insure the maximum performance
and the longevity of the ViaAqua® pump. See maintenance
guidelines.
* Prior to maintenance on any electrical aquarium appliance or
maintenance to the aquarium, you must disconnect all electrical
aquarium devices.
* The use of a surge suppressor is strongly recommended.
Important
Failure to maintain and/or operate the pump according to the manufacturer’s guidelines and
directions will cause pump not to work properly or may completely malfunction. This could
cause the loss of fish, plants and animals. It is the full responsibility of the consumer to
maintain both their aquariums and pump to insure a healthy aquatic environment!
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