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 200mm (8”) 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
3mm (
1
/
8
”) 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 19mm (
3
/
4
”), 25mm (1”) or 32mm (1
1
/
4
”) bore
hose. For maximum flow use 32mm (1
1
/
4
”) 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 1mm (
1
/
16
”)
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.
FISH MATE 9000
®
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/uk
(see
guarantee overleaf).
• 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 an
R.C.D./G.F.I. circuit breaker
(maximum 30mA) and a 3 AMP
(maximum) fuse. Ensure breaker is
regularly tested in accordance with
manufacturers instructions.
• Connection to the power supply
should be made through a CE
approved weatherproof outdoor
socket or double pole switched
enclosure with minimum 3mm (
1
/
8
”)
contact separation in all poles. If
product is hard wired to electrical
supply this must comply fully with the
wiring regulations of the national and
local electricity authority. The pump
must be protected by a 3 AMP
(maximum) fuse.
• This appliance must be earthed. It is
essential that all connections are
securely made using the following
code:
Brown - Live
Blue - Neutral
Green/Yellow - Earth
• 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 1.5m (5’).
• 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
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IMPORTANT - READ BEFORE USE
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Pond Pump
· Instructions
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Dispose of damaged/faulty/end-of-
life products in accordance with locally applicable
regulations for your country.
EU:
Refer to Terms
and Conditions section
EU Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
on
www.pet-mate.com
for more information.
Hereby, Pet Mate Ltd., declares that this product is
in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of EU Directives. All
Declarations of Conformity (DoC) may be viewed
at
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.
