B. If flow / fountain has stopped (check power supply first!):
Remove pump (15) and completely dissemble to the component parts as shown in
Fig. D as follows:
i) Disconnect all items attached to outlet adapter (16) and remove top cover (1)
by releasing the retaining clips at both ends, as shown by arrows (A) and (B) in
Fig. C.
ii) Remove pump (15) by holding the rear of the motor and carefully lifting out from
the UV outlet chamber (10) as shown by arrows (A) and (B) in Fig. E.
iii) Remove impeller cover (34) by rotating anticlockwise.
iv) Carefully pull out pump impeller assembly (37) and (38).
v) After cleaning all components:
• Check for wear of impeller (37) on shaft (38) and condition of rubber bushes
(36). Replace with new pump if required.
• Check cable and pump body (15) for any damage or deterioration and discard
pump if suspected faulty.
vi) Carefully reassemble all parts in reverse sequence.
C. Annual maintenance
In addition to the routine maintenance (section 3A) we recommend:
UV chamber and quartz tube
The UV chamber (5) and quartz tube (8) should only be cleaned if dirty.
i) Disconnect all items attached to outlet adapter (16) and remove top cover (1)
by releasing the retaining clips at both ends, as shown by arrows (A) and (B) in
Fig. C.
ii) Remove filter foams (2) and (3) and lift off UV chamber cover (4).
iii) Flex side wall of base unit (20) as shown by arrow (S) in Fig. A and lift out
complete UV chamber assembly (5, 10 and 13) carefully pulling UV outlet
chamber (10) away from pump (15).
iv) Release retaining clip (9) and remove UV outlet chamber (10) by turning UV inlet
chamber (5) firmly in direction of arrow (T, Fig. A) while holding UV outlet
chamber (10) to reveal quartz tube (8).
v) Clean out UV inlet chamber (5). Carefully clean quartz tube (8) using a
non-scratch scouring pad.
vi) Re-fit UV inlet chamber (5) to UV outlet chamber (10) ensuring that inlet / outlet
are aligned.
vii) Carefully reassemble taking care to clip the complete UV assembly (5, 10 and
13) into base unit (20).
UV lamp replacement
The UV output of the lamp (12) reduces over time and after 12 months running
should be replaced. Note that the UV lamp will carry on giving off violet light well after
the UV light that kills the algae has stopped. We recommend the lamp is replaced at
the start of summer so that it is at its most efficient when the need is greatest.
• For safety the filter is fitted with a low voltage UV lamp, ensure that the
replacement lamp type is 12V / 11W.
i) Disconnect all items attached to outlet adapter (16) and remove top cover (1) by
releasing the retaining clips at both ends, as shown by arrows (A) and (B) in
Fig. C.
ii) Remove filter foams (2) and (3) and lift off UV chamber cover (4).
iii) Flex side wall of base unit (20) as shown by arrow (S) in Fig. A and lift out
complete UV chamber assembly (5, 10 and 13) carefully pulling UV outlet
chamber (10) away from pump (15).
iv) Remove UV lamp holder (13) from UV outlet chamber (10) by turning as shown
by arrow (R) in Fig. A.
v) Remove UV lamp (12) by pulling away from UV lamp holder (13). Pull the UV
lamp (12) straight out in the direction shown by arrow (P) in Fig. A.
vi) Confirm that your new FISH MATE UV lamp voltage/wattage is correct by
checking that the voltage/wattage on the UV lamp (12) is the same as the
old part.
vii) Fit new UV lamp (12) by pushing into UV lamp holder (13).
viii) Re-fit UV lamp holder (13) onto UV outlet chamber (10) ensuring UV chamber
O-ring (11) is in place in groove at end of UV outlet chamber (10).
ix) Carefully reassemble taking care to clip the complete UV assembly (5, 10 and
13) into base unit (20).
4. TROUBLE SHOOTING
A. Water does not clear
• The water should start to clear in 2 to 3 weeks, but full clarification may take 1 to 2
months. If the pond water is very green a partial water change should be made
before starting the filter. Thereafter the filter will keep the water clear.
• If the UV lamp (12) is over 12 months old replace with new FISH MATE UV lamp.
• Check UV lamp is working (see section 4B). Never look at the UV lamp (12) directly
as it produces UV-C light which may be harmful to the eyes and skin.
• Check that you have selected the correct size filter for your pond (see carton).
• Check that the filter is being run 24 hours a day throughout the year except when
there is a risk of the water freezing.
• Set flow control (22) to maximum flow and use a plume fountain.
• Check quartz tube (8) is not dirty. Clean carefully if necessary.
• Do not feed your fish more food daily than they can consume in 2-3 minutes. We
recommend the use of our FISH MATE automatic fish feeders - specially designed
for safe feeding of fish.
• Do not use a lawn or pond plant fertiliser.
B. Testing the lamp
WARNING: UV lamps emit radiation that can be harmful to eyes and skin.
When checking the UV lamp you should never look directly at the light. Only
view using the lamp indicator lens (6).
• Test that the UV lamp is functioning as follows:
i) Disconnect electrical supply to filter and remove from pond.
ii) Disconnect all items attached to outlet adapter (16) remove top cover (1) by
releasing the retaining clips at both ends, as shown by arrows (A) and (B) in
Fig. C.
iii) Remove filter foams (2) and (3) and lift off UV chamber cover (4).
DO NOT lift
out UV chamber assembly (5, 10 and 13) or remove foams (17) and (18).
iv) Connect the UV transformer (14)
ONLY
to power supply.
v) Confirm that the UV lamp is working by looking at the lamp indicator lens (6).
NOTE: Only a small amount of safe light will be coming through the lamp indicator
lens (6) so you may have to cup your hands over the indicator.
C. Blanket weed
• This filter will not eliminate blanket weed.
• Increased use of plants in the pond may be beneficial.
• Do not use lawn or pond plant fertiliser.
D. The flow coming out of the filter has reduced over time
• The flow will naturally reduce as the filter gets dirty.
• Perform routine maintenance (see section 3A).
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