WARNING! Buyer/user assumes all responsibility
for safety and proper use not in accordance with
the directions and safety labels.
Drip Loop
GFCI
ONLY
YES
NO
Drip Loop
UL Listed
Transformer
UL Listed
Transformer
Controller
Controller
Drip Loop
6 ft.
5 ft.
6 ft.
5 ft.
3 ft.
GFCI
ONLY
GFCI
ONLY
4ML
7ML & 10ML
GFCI
ONLY
GFCI
ONLY
4ML
2
1
3
4
11
10-11
7-10ML
6
5
7
10
9
9
8
FUSE
1a. Back Plate
1
2
3
4
7
5
6
WARNINGS AND SAFEGUARDS
Before installation of the Polario™, read and follow these important Warnings and Safeguards.
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hand after
handling this product.
It is your sole responsibilities to verify that the plug and the receptacle are
clean and free of moisture and salt build up at all times. The receptacle
must be free of water, salt, calcium, magnesium and dust. Failure to do so
can cause fire, damage to property, permanent damage to the product and
personal injury not limited to loss of life.
Do not plug into extension cord/power strip.
A drip loop must be used when plugging all electrical aquarium devices. A drip
loop is that part of the cord hanging below the receptacle.
The national code requires that a GFCI (Ground fault circuit interrupter) be
used in the branch circuit supplying all power to water pumps and electrical
aquarium equipment. If you do not have a GFCI, have an electrician install
one prior to operating any aquarium component.
POLARIO
•
Do not mount controller or transformer where it will come in contact with moisture
or water.
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Never plug Polario™ into any other power supply.
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Do not mount the controller or transformer inside the stand.
•
Do not operate the pump out of water.
•
Do not put your hands or fingers in the propeller well.
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Intended for indoor use only.
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Mount the controller above the aquarium.
•
If the controller or transformer comes in contact with water, do not reach for it. Disconnect power
first, then retrieve.
•
Prior to maintenance on any electrical aquarium appliance or maintenance to the aquarium, you
4ML, 7ML & 10ML
FEATURE
TURBINE DUAL ACTION
RANDOM FLOW WATER
PATENT PENDING
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Energy efficient, high flow low voltage water pump
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Bi-directional outputs to simulate natural wave and
currents of the ocean
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Pre-set random flow and alternating outputs
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Random flow rates from approximately 600 GPH to
2600 GPH (2,300LPH to 10,000LPH) depending on
the model
•
360° degree directional pump mounting bracket with
magnet mount
must disconnect all electrical aquarium devices.
•
Routine maintenance is required to ensure the maximum performance and the longevity of the
Polario™ water pump. See maintenance guidelines.
•
The use of a computer grade surge suppressor is strongly recommended.
•
Always use the large strainers to prevent small fish, anemones, and/or small invertebrates from
entering the pump.
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If the controller or transformer comes in contact with water or moisture, the warranty is void!
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If the Polario™ is used with any other power supply, the warranty is void!
MAGNET MOUNT
!
DANGER !
•
Very strong magnet! Not a toy! Keep out of reach of children! Failure to do so will cause serious
injury and/or permanent damage to your aquarium.
•
Keep out of reach of children.
•
Due to the strength of the magnets, they will attract other metals or magnets with force. When
installing or handling magnets, there must not be any other magnets or metals in close proximity to
the magnet holders. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
•
Keep away from devices sensitive to magnetic fields, such as pacemakers, data carriers, credit
cards, electronic equipment and medical devices. Failure to do so may result in permanent
damage to such devices.
•
Never allow magnets to snap together.
•
Always handle magnets one at a time. Once separated keep a minimum of 12in (30cm) apart.
•
Hold magnets only by the sides. Never get your fingers or hands between the contact surfaces.
•
When using as an algae cleaner, keep the algae pad free of any abrasive materials to avoid any
damage to the aquarium.
Note: magnets are very strong and will attract other metals and magnets that will embed themselves
in the algae pad, thus damaging the aquarium.
TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm PST
(805) 383-3566 ext. 102, e-mail: [email protected]
DIRECTIONS FOR INSTALLING
Read and follow all warning and safeguards!
1. Choose a location for the pump
2. Install magnet mount
a.Read all warnings! Handle this product with care,
failure to do so will cause injury, damage to the
aquarium and or livestock.
b.Choose desired position of magnetic holder
c.Separate the magnet holders by twisting units apart
d.Place the magnet in the desired position in the
aquarium, verify that the magnet is flat on the glass
e.Place the pump and magnet flat on the inside glass
and slide the inner magnet until they engage.
3. Mount and secure the controller in an area that is dry,
will stay dry and away from the aquarium.
4. Mount and secure the transformer in an area that is dry,
will stay dry and away from the aquarium.
5. Plug pump into the transformer
6. Connect the transformer to the controller
7. While the unit is in the off position plug in transformer
directly to a GFCI outlet
8. Turn unit ON.
PART LIST
1. Strainers
2. Main Pump Housing
3. Ceramic Shaft
4. Propeller
5. 4x rubber tension bands
6. 360
°
degree mounting bracket
7. Magnet mount
8. Fuse
9. Controller
10. Transformer
11. Receptable plug
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Part Number
Description
3-4
Polario
TM
4ML Propeller
3-4
Polario
TM
7ML-10ML Propeller
MAINTENANCE:
It is the utmost importance to clean and maintain the pump monthly. Remove
the strainers to access the propeller. Remove the propeller which should slide
off the motor easily. Now reinstall and verify that the propeller rotates easily
around the motor. If the propeller binds or there is too much drag created: the
motor, propeller and ceramic shaft need to be cleaned well. These high speed
motors attract calcium build up, let the pump soak in a water/vinegar solution
for a minimum of 1 hour. (3 parts water to 1 part vinegar) Then clean well with
a small brush. If the pump has not been maintained on a regular basis or if
high amount of calcium is added this process may be needed to be repeated.
If there is any noticeable damage to the propeller replace immediately.
Verify the intake strainers are free and clean of all debris at all times
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Controller will not power up and/or pump will not turn on: It is imperative to
keep the pump clean and well maintained to ensure the pump is in good
working order and the propeller and strainer clean at all times, failure to do so
will cause the 4 ML, 7 ML and 10 ML controller to shut down. At that time the
fuse will have to be replaced.
SOLUTION:
1. Turn off the unit and unplug the transformer
2. Remove the back plate of the controller (1a).
3. Locate fuse and with a flat head screwdriver remove the blown fuse
4. Replace 1.6 amp fast blow fuse for 4ML and 2.5 amp fast blow fuse for
7ML and 10ML.
5. Install back plate of the unit.
6. Verify that the impeller is clean and free of all debris, the pump is placed
back into the aquarium and that the strainers are free of all debris.
7. Restart the unit.
