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Installation Precautions
• See next page for compressor placement details.
• The air diffuser should not be placed in the deepest part of the pond.
Try to locate the diffuser at approximately
2
/
3
to
3
/
4
of the deepest point
(a 15' deep pond would have the diffuser at approximately 10' to 12' deep).
This allows the deepest water to remain cool in the summer and stay warm
in the winter.
• If you purchased your aeration system without weighted tubing, you will
need to supply small weights such as chimney bricks, pipe or rerod.
Strap the weights securely around the tubing to bring it to the bottom.
• If your pond freezes during the winter, be sure the tubing is buried leading
into the pond. If not, the ice can form around the tubing, kinking it or
possibly shearing it off.
CAUTION:
Locate all utilities before digging to ensure safety of
installer and others.
Aeration System Details
Kit
*Maximum
Maximum
Diffuser
Cabinet
Part #
Pond Size
Recommended Depth
Assembly
Compatibility
PA10
1/4 Acre
12'
DM2**
SC18, SC22, SC25
PA12
1/4 Acre
30'
DM2**
SC18, SC22, SC25
PA50
2 Acres
18'
Two-QS2
SC22, SC25
PA75
4 Acres
18'
Four-QS2
SC22
PA100
6 Acres
18'
Six-QS2
SC22
*Factors such as pond depth and pond shape will affect maximum pond size
**Replacement 6" rubber membrane diffusers are part number RAD650W. A DM2
assembly includes two RAD650W self-weighted rubber membrane diffusers.
Note: Kits are available with multiple tubing options (non-weighted, quick sink,
mix & match). Part # column reflects generic kit name.
Compressor Specifications
Kit
Horsepower
Maximum
Cost
Part #
Compressor*
& Type
CFM
Per Day
PA10
DC22
1/20 HP - Diaphragm
.7
$0.24
PA12
DC12
1/8 HP - Diaphragm
.8
$0.49
PA50
RV33
1/4 HP - Rotary Vane
4.5
$1.31
PA75
RV75
3/4 HP - Rotary Vane
10
$2.48
PA100
RV100
1 HP - Rotary Vane
13.5
$3.47
*Compressors all carry a one year warranty from date of purchase. See
compressor instructions for warranty details.
