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If you are not familiar with the instruction manual, you must not use the pump!
This appliance is not suitable for use by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lacking experience and/or knowledge, except if they are supervised by a person responsible
for their safety or have been instructed in the use of the appliance.
Children should be supervised in order to make sure that they do not play with the appliance.
Mode of operation
The pond sludge suction cleaner consists of a round container, into which the suction tube and suction hose
use vacuum to suck up the material which is to be removed. A pump fitted in the container continuously
transports the sludge water via the outlet hose onto the ground or into a drain. Extraction is therefore
generally possible without interruption.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must not be used as a vacuum cleaner for dry matter, only as a
water extractor. Suction without the use of a sponge filter (1.4), and incorrect handling result in the
nullification of the warranty claim.
In order to use the product correctly, please read the instructions below.
For technical data, please refer to the type plate and the table on page 1.
Fitting the handle (see fig. 2 to 4)
Release the screws (21) on the clamps, and push the handle (20) through the two clamps. Tighten the
screws (21), and fix the handle (20) using the fixing screw (22).
Setting up and connecting the suction cleaner
It must be ensured that the pond sludge suction cleaner is set up in such a way that it cannot fall into the
water, and that it cannot tip. Wherever possible, position the pond sludge suction cleaner on a level surface
at the height of the water surface, but no lower than the water level. The lower the suction height, the better
the suction performance.
(see fig. A + B)
Insert the suction hose (10) into the lower front opening (suction side) of the suction cleaner so that it
engages.
(see fig. 5)
Now connect the outlet hose (11) into the side connection (bayonet connection on the pressure side)
(see fig. 6)
, and position the hose end on the ground or in a drain.
Ensure that the suction head (1) sits correctly on the container (2).
Insert the plug (2.2) which comes from the side of the container (2) into the socket (1.1) on the suction
head (1).
(see fig. 7)
Now connect the suction cleaner to the mains. Insert the mains plug (1.3) into the connection socket.
If an extension cable drum is connected in between, this must be fully rolled out because of the heat which
would otherwise develop.
Ensure that the suction cleaner is protected by means of an
FI 30 mA residual current protection device
(RCD)
; if not, they are available in any DIY store.
Use of the pool is forbidden while cleaning is taking place.
Operate the suction cleaner only in dry weather.
Fit the handle (17) (using the bayonet connector (18)), the suction tubes (12), and suction
attachments (13 to 16) to the suction hose (10) as required
(see fig. 8).
Starting suction
Switch on the pond sludge suction cleaner using switch (1.2), and hold the suction hose (10), suction
tube (12), and suction attachments (13, 14, 15, 16) under water; the sludge water should now be extracted
and continually pumped out.
Pay attention to the end of the outlet hose. If no water is discharged after approx. 30 sec., then switch off the
device for about 1 min., and restart the suction operation.
From time to time during the suction process, examine the end of the outlet hose, and confirm that the
sludge water which is being extracted is also being pumped out.
When only smaller amounts of water are being pumped out, remove the plug (2.2) for the pump (2.1) from
the socket (1.1) on the suction head (1). In this way, you will prevent the pump (2.1) from being damaged by
dry running.
To empty the container (2), reinsert the plug (2.2) for the pump (2.1).
Safety information!
When pumping out a flooded cellar, ensure that the water which has been pumped out
cannot flow back in again.
Problems during pumping (see fig. 9 to 12)
Note!
To protect the pond sludge suction cleaner, a cut-off switch is installed; when triggered, this stops the
suction power even though the turbine is running.
A fall-off in suction power can have the following causes:
– the filter bag (2.4) is full of dirt. Open the zip at the side of the filter bag (2.4), and empty/clean the filter
bag (2.4).
– the pump (2.1) has not been plugged in.
– the pump (2.1) is blocked at the intake opening. Check the filter bag (2.4) for damage. Disconnect the
pond sludge suction cleaner from the mains, and clean the container (2) and the pump (2.1).
– the outlet hose is blocked (11). Examine and clean the hose end.
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– the delivery head is too great for the pump (2.1); the outlet hose (11) is pointing upwards.
– the suction hose (10) is blocked, e.g. by a stone or weed.
– the suction height is too large. Place the pond sludge suction cleaner in a lower position, but never lower
than the water level (this creates the risk of self-priming and therefore of flooding, as well as leakage from
the pond sludge suction cleaner).
The pond sludge suction cleaner may be positioned no more than 80 cm higher than the water level of the
pond.
(see fig. B)
– the sponge filter (1.4) below the suction head (1) is blocked with dirt. Remove, and wash carefully.
Cleaning the suction cleaner (see fig. 9 to 12)
Disconnect the pond sludge suction cleaner from the mains. Pull out the plug (2.2) for the pump (2.1) from
the socket on the suction head (1), open the clips (2.5) on the container (2).
After this, lift the suction head (1) off the container (2), and wipe it with a dry cloth. The suction head (1) and
the cable plug (1.3) must not become splashed or immersed in water. Now tip the dirt out of the container,
and rinse this with water.
Also clean the sponge filter (1.4) underneath the suction head (1).
If necessary, clean the dirt pump
(2.1) – submersible pump Clean&Easy 1200
– Follow the safety instructions! Remove the mains plug from the socket!
– You can remove the dirt pump (2.1) for cleaning as described below.
– Use a flat tool to remove the (bayonet) connection from the container (2). (see fig. 6)
– Loosen the 2 nuts on the clip of the dirt pump (2.1) and take the dirt pump out. (see fig. 10)
– You can unscrew the tubing on the dirt pump!
– Spray-wash dirt pump (2.1) and attachments with a jet of water and remove all coarse dirt particles.
Do not cause any damage!
– Check if the dirt pump starts up by briefly inserting the mains plug into the socket!
Warning:
Do not reach into the suction openings with your hands!
– The user is not allowed to perform any other maintenance or cleaning steps (such as screwing open
the dirt pump)! Contact your dealer or service workshop when you are experiencing problems!
During extended work breaks, disconnect the pond sludge suction cleaner from the mains
(remove the plug from the socket).
The pond sludge suction cleaner must be stored clean and dry.
If the pond sludge suction cleaner is not used during the winter months, empty it and store it
indoors to prevent internal freezing.
Safety requirements for the pond sludge suction cleaner
Attention!
Immediately on delivery, please examine the goods for transport damage and for completeness
(see scope of delivery, fig. 1)
. Make a complaint to the carrier immediately.
When using this appliance, all basic safety instructions must be complied with, especially the following:
Attention!
Handling water in combination with electrical devices requires absolute care and attention!
A frequent cause of accidents is lack of attention during routine procedures.
Ensure that your hands are dry when inserting or removing the mains plug.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must never be used as a vacuum cleaner for dry matter, only as a water
extractor.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must never be operated unattended.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must never be operated
without
a sponge filter (1.4) (below the suction
head).
(see fig. 12)
Repairs may be carried out only by an expert.
Before use, all parts must be correctly assembled.
Under no circumstances whatsoever may materials such as explosive or poisonous liquids, glowing ash,
or petrol be pumped (danger of explosion).
Attention – danger to life!
Never immerse the suction head (1) into water or any other liquid!
Never hold the suction head (1) under flowing water, and always protect it from splashes!
For cleaning, remove the plug (1.3) from the mains, and wipe the suction head (1) with a damp cloth.
Always clean the pond sludge suction cleaner at the end of work. Never clean the pond sludge suction
cleaner before starting work!
When pumping, unwind the power cable (1.3) completely. Never pull the pond sludge suction cleaner by the
power cable (1.3).
Ensure that the power cable (1.3) is not trapped, squashed, or driven over. This could damage the
insulation.
Connect the pond sludge suction cleaner only to a correctly installed 230 V socket which has protective
contacts and which is correctly equipped with a residual current circuit breaker (FI 30mA, RCD, VDE
0100T739). If an extension cable is required, ensure that the extension is suitable for the connected load
of the pond sludge suction cleaner. Cable drums must be fully unwound (heat generation).
