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Plug the Pump In

Plug the pump in. Pull the handle on the top of the
filter slowly. This compresses the filter media aiding in
the discharge of debris buildup. Do this for 60 seconds
or until the water exiting the filter is clear.

Disconnect Pump, Connect Plumbing

Unplug the pump, remove the discharge hose and
reconnect your plumbing to the filter outlet.

Restore Power

Restore power to both your pump and filter.

Remove Cap

Remove filter cap and unscrew T-Handle.

MAINTAINING YOUR

SIMPLYCLEAR

™

FILTER:

We recommend that filter pads be replaced yearly or when pads show signs of wear and tear.

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Summary of Contents for 130040

Page 1: ...ntInformation 2 PackageContents 3 TechnicalSpecs 3 HowitWorks 4 InstallingYourSimplyClear Filter 5 6 MaintainingYourSimplyClear Filter 7 12 Troubleshooting 13 ReplacementParts 14 WarrantyInformation 16 Table of Contents For Model SimplyClear 1250 Item 130040 ...

Page 2: ... cord is rated for less amperes or watts than the unit rating DO NOT immerse the SimplyClear Filter or plug in water or attempt to use a wet plug Minimum safety distance between unit and water is 6 5ft The SimplyClear Filter is NOT suitable for use in swimming pools swimming ponds or other situations where bodily contact is made with the water Although the SimplyClear Filter is designed for outdoo...

Page 3: ... RATE MAX POND SIZE GALLONS PLUMBING SIZE STEP DOWN BARB FITTING POWER CORD LENGTH DIMENSIONS SimplyClear 1250 120V 60 Hz 7Watts 1 250 GPH 1 250 3 4 1 Kink FreeTubing 10 8 9 D x 13 2 H SimplyClear Series A SimplyClear Filter B Fitting Kit A B 15425 Chets Way Armada MI 48005 3 ...

Page 4: ... ammonia and nitrites that can diminish water quality and be harmful to aquatic life Water travels up through the UV chamber Within the UV chamber the water travels around the UV bulb which is protected by a quartz sleeve maximizing exposure time to the ultraviolet light The ultraviolet light then goes to work to clear and polish the pond water Water exits the UV chamber and proceeds back into you...

Page 5: ...ons that are prone to water puddles or areas where the filter could fall into the pond It is recommended to partially bury the filter in the ground leaving only the filter top and clamps exposed Step 2 Mark Filter Location Set the filter in the selected location and use a shovel to mark an area slightly wider than the filter Step 3 Excavate the Hole Insert Filter Excavate the hole deep enough for ...

Page 6: ...ing Connect the plumbing coming from your pump into the inlet indicated on the filter Then connect plumbing that will return the water to your pond or waterfall into the outlet indicated on the filter and secure with a hose clamp Step 7 Plug in Pump Filter Plug in your pump to a GFCI protected outlet Once water is flowing through the filter plug the SimplyClear UV Filter into a GFCI protected outl...

Page 7: ...filter throughout the season when water flow is reduced Watch a video of the SimplyClear Filter maintenance online www thepondguy com simplyclear Tools Required 2 Phillips Screwdriver Replacement UV Bulb Soft damp cloth Descaler such as Pond Equipment Cleaner Replacement quartz sleeve if yours is damaged or cracked Replacement filter media pads Step 1 Unplug Unplug your pump and filter Step 2 Disc...

Page 8: ...mp Connect Plumbing Unplug the pump remove the discharge hose and reconnect your plumbing to the filter outlet Step 5 Restore Power Restore power to both your pump and filter Step 1 Remove Cap Remove filter cap and unscrew T Handle MAINTAINING YOUR SIMPLYCLEAR FILTER REPLACING THE FILTER MEDIA CLEANING THE FILTER MEDIA CON T We recommend that filter pads be replaced yearly or when pads show signs ...

Page 9: ... Replace the media keeping the pads in the same order as you removed them Step 5 Place Base Back Slide the rod back into the filter top Secure rod by screwing the T Handle back on It may be helpful to slightly compress the filter media to expose more of the rod through the filter top Step 6 Replace Filter Top Cap Replace the filter top onto the filter canister be sure the filter o ring is properly...

Page 10: ... nut and gently pull out the quartz sleeve MAINTAINING YOUR SIMPLYCLEAR FILTER REPLACING UV BULB CLEANING OR REPLACING THE QUARTZ SLEEVE Over time the effectiveness of the UV bulb will degrade We recommend replacing the UV bulb once a year even if the bulb operates to maintain maximum results The quartz sleeve should be cleaned yearly or when water clarity is reduced Note Condensation may form on ...

Page 11: ...ansfer the rubber protective cap from your old bulb onto the new one Step 8 Clean Quartz Sleeve Clean the quartz sleeve with a soft cloth or sponge The quartz sleeve should be cleaned yearly or when water clarity is reduced You may find the use of Pond Equipment Cleaner helpful for removing debris If the quartz sleeve if it is scratched damaged or cracked it must be replaced REPLACING UV BULB CLEA...

Page 12: ...rated during freezing temperatures and should be disconnected drained cleaned and stored for the winter MAINTAINING YOUR SIMPLYCLEAR FILTER REPLACING UV BULB CLEANING OR REPLACING THE QUARTZ SLEEVE CON T Step 10 Insert the UV Insert the UV back into the filter top twist to lock into place and replace the filter cap thepondguy com 866 POND HELP 766 3435 12 ...

Page 13: ...mmendation for proper water flow on the Technical Specs chart Verify that filter media is not plugged with debris or needs cleaning Loss of water flow check the following Verify pump is not plugged with debris Verify filter media is not plugged with debris Verify filter is not leaking causing a loss of pressure Filter is leaking check the following Verify that the proper amount of water is flowing...

Page 14: ...t UV Bulb 110408 C Quartz Sleeve 130063 D Quartz Sleeve Hardware Kit 130043 E Fitting Set 130046 F Filter Pad Set 130045 G Canister O Ring 130044 H Canister Clamp single clamp 130042 thepondguy com 866 POND HELP 766 3435 14 H G F E A B D C D REPLACEMENT PARTS ...

Page 15: ...NOTES 15425 Chets Way Armada MI 48005 15 ...

Page 16: ...s limited warranty is extended exclusively to the original purchaser and begins from the date of original purchase receipt The UVC bulb glass tube filter media and o rings are wearable items and are not covered by this warranty Abuse or misuse of this product or power cord alterations void all warranty Please call for a Return Authorization Number prior to returning product by calling our Customer...

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