1. PUMP INSTALLATION
Ideally and for convenience the pump should be
positioned within reach of the side of the pond on a
solid platform (e.g. paving slabs). The pump must be
at least 8” (200mm) below water level to avoid
problems of freezing and low water levels in
summer (Fig. 4).
Only use pump if completely immersed in water.
A. Waterfall/Filter Only
For use with a pond filter you will often get improved
results with the pump sited at the opposite end of the
pond to the filter return.
The pump comes as standard with pond-life friendly
1
/
8
” (3mm) slots to help protect spawning life. In some
ponds this may not be necessary and you may want
to modify the pump to enable solids-handling as
below.
The pump may be connected to a waterfall or filter
using
3
/
4
” (19mm), 1” (25mm) or 1
1
/
4
” (32mm) bore
hose. For maximum flow use 1
1
/
4
” (32mm) hose
connected directly to the hose adaptor (Z), nut (P) and
pump outlet (C).
If a horizontal outlet is required or flow rate needs to be
controlled fit flow valve (K) with hose adaptor (Z) and
nut (P) into pump outlet (C). Fit blanking plug (N) to
vertical fountain outlet (M) and adjust flow using the
flow control knob (L).
• Solids-handling
- Remove strainer cover (A) by
squeezing sides and pulling off as shown by the
three arrows in Fig. 1. With a sharp knife cut alternate
ribs on bottom of cover (A) as shown in Fig. 2.
Reassemble and position pump at the bottom of the
pond.
B. Fountain (and Waterfall/Filter)
Insert fountain components as shown in Fig. 3a
(conventional fountain) / 3b (bell fountain). If required
tube (T) may be shortened with a hacksaw. For plume
fountain do not fit any parts to tube (T). If using
waterfall/filter, connect waterfall/filter to horizontal hose
adaptor (Z). Adjust fountain height/width using the flow
control (L) turning clockwise for increased height.
If using the bell fountain you will also need to manually
adjust the gap between parts (X) and (W) for the
required effect. (Try starting with approximately
1
/
16
” (1mm) gap.) The Fountain heads may be
unscrewed anticlockwise for cleaning.
2. MAINTENANCE/TROUBLESHOOTING (see Fig. 1).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Disconnect electrical supply from pump
before removing from pond or contacting
pond water.
• Do not carry or pull the pump by the cable.
A. When flow from your pump is noticeably reduced
or fountain display has deteriorated:
i) Remove strainer cover (A) by squeezing sides and
pulling off as shown by the three arrows in Fig.1.
Clean cover (A) and remove any weed or blockage
around pump inlet (B).
ii) If you are using a fountain, remove and clean
fountain head in water with a brush.
iii) Reassemble. If flow is still poor check to see if
outlet pipe has become kinked or blocked.
B. If flow is stopped (check power supply first!):
i) Disconnect power.
ii) Remove cover (A) and check for free rotation/
breakage of impeller (F).
iii) If impeller will not turn or is broken, pull off handle
(I) as shown in Fig. 1. Undo 4 screws (G) and
remove pump body (D). Finally pull out impeller
assembly (E) and replace if broken or worn. If in
doubt contact Pet Mate Customer Service.
Reassemble in reverse order after careful cleaning
of all components.
iv) Replace the pump in water before reconnecting
power to start pump. If pump does not start or stops
again please contact Pet Mate Customer Service.
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IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE USE
Pet Mate Ltd. guarantees your product for a period of 3 years
from the date of purchase, subject to the registration of your
purchase details on our website
www.pet-mate.com/us
within
14 days of purchase. (If you do not have access to a computer,
please send details of your purchase with copy of receipt along
with your name and address.) In the event of a fault developing
contact Pet Mate customer services for a returns authorisation
number. The guarantee is limited to any defect arising due to
faulty materials or manufacture. Any defective item will be
repaired or replaced free of charge at the manufacturer’s
discretion, provided that the defect has not been caused by
neglect, misuse or normal wear and tear. The guarantee
excludes moving parts and claims arising from frost, accidental
damage or loss of fish. Your statutory rights are not affected.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - To guard
against injury or death,
basic safety precautions
should be observed,
including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW
ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
• Register your purchase on-line
at
www.pet-mate.com/us
(see
guarantee below).
• All electrical work must be carried
out by a competent electrician.
• Check that the voltage label on the
motor (H) see Fig. 1 conforms with
your supply voltage.
• The pump MUST be wired into a
ground fault circuit interrupter
(G.F.C.I.) maximum 30mA and a
3 AMP (maximum) fuse.
• Connection to the power supply
should be made through a double
pole switched enclosure with
minimum
1
/
8
” (3mm) contact
separation in all poles.
• This appliance must be earthed. It
is essential that all connections are
securely made using the following
code:
Black - Live
White - Common
Green - Ground
• Do not carry or pull the pump using
the supply cord.
• Disconnect electrical supply from
all appliances in the pond including
pumps and filters before contact
with the pond water or pump.
• Maximum operation depth is 5ft
(1.5m).
• Closely supervise children when
near to pond or pond equipment.
• Use pump only for ponds - do not
use pump in connection with
swimming pools, showers, etc.
• Use conduit approved by your
electricity authority to protect
supply cord where damage from
gardening equipment, children and
animals may occur.
• Discard pump if motor (H) shows
visual defects (e.g. cracks or
swelling).
• The supply cord of this appliance
cannot be replaced; if the cord is
damaged the appliance should be
discarded.
• Do not allow the pump to run dry.
• Do not operate the pump in
freezing conditions. Remove,
disassemble and dry pump if there
is a risk of pump being frozen.
• This pump is provided with a
thermal cut-out switch that
temporarily switches off the pump
in case of overheating. The pump
may restart when it has cooled.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FISH MATE 1500 / 1900 / 2300
®
Pond Pump
· Instructions
www.pet-mate.com
(936) 760 4333
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