Pontec PondoVario 1000, Operating Instructions Manual

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Remedy of faults
Malfunction Cause Remedy
The unit is not operating No mains voltage Check mains voltage
Insufficient delivery rate Impeller blocked Clean impeller
Strainer casing clogged Clean strainer casing
Excessive pressure losses in the hoses Reduce hose length and connecting parts to a
minimum, route hoses as straight as possible
Unit switches off after a short running period Water temperature too high Note maximum water temperature of +35 °C
Maintenance and cleaning
A T T E N T I O N ! Dangerous electrical voltage.
Possible consequences: Death or severe injury.
Protective measures:
• Electrical units and installations with a rated voltage of U > 12 V AC or U >30 V DC located in the water:
Isolate the units and installations (switch off an d disconnect from the power supply) before reaching into the
water.
• Isolate the unit before starting any work.
• Secure the unit to prevent unintentional switching on.
Recommendation regarding cleaning:
• Clean the unit as required but at least twice a year.
• When cleaning the pump, pay particular attention to the cleaning of the impeller unit and pump housing.
• Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions as they could attack the housing or impair the function
of the unit.
• Recommended cleaning agent for removing stubborn limescale deposits:
– Vinegar- and chlorine-free household cleaning agent.
• After cleaning, thoroughly rinse all parts in clean water.
Cleaning the pump
How to proceed:
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Unscrew the transition piece (with telescopic extension or stepped hose adapter) from the pump.
Actuate the engagement hooks on the filter housing and open the filter housing.
Unscrew the pump housing by turning counter- clockwise and remove (bayonet closing mechanism).
Pull out the impeller unit (magnetic resistance).
Rinse all parts.
Reassemble the unit in the reverse order.
Wear parts
• Impeller unit