Positioning of your pump
YOU MUST DISCONNECT THE POWER
SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY
MAINTENANCE WORK OR HANDLING THE
PUMP IN ANYWAY.
All Shark models are suitable for dry installation
outside of the pond. For example connecting to
a gravity fed filter (see diagram below).
NOTE
the pump
MUST
always be installed below
water level, in a well ventilated area and on a
flat level surface were it does not have to “suck”
water up to the inlet. It
MUST ALWAYS
have
unlimited flow of water into the pump. To
connect in a dry sited location the strainer will
need to be removed from the pump. The inlet of
the pump has a threaded connection, ensure
the corresponding pipe work matches. Avoid
using pipe or fittings smaller than the inlet of the
pump, this will damage the pump.
DO NOT
USE
a valve or tap on the inlet of the pump
restriction of flow can only be done on the outlet
side of the pump.
Under normal circumstances your pump should
start immediately. If it does not, then some
possible explanations could be:
Lack of back pressure on the pump. Place a
hand over the end of the hose to create back
pressure until water flows.
Occasionally the impeller may stick from new.
This is a result of the amount of time the pump
has sat in a box since production and is
perfectly normal. If this happens
ALWAYS
switch the pump off from the mains power
supply before handling it in any way. Turn the
impeller with a tool like a screw driver to release
it. Submerse back into position and switch on.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TURN THE IMPELLER
WITH YOUR FINGERS.
To maximise the life of your pump it is
recommended to clean the pump casing and
the impeller every 4-8 weeks or earlier if flow
has decreased significantly.
Prior to cleaning, disconnect the pump from the
electrical power supply.
The casing of the pump can be cleaned with a
firm brush.
DO NOT USE DETERGENTS AS
THE USE OF THESE WILL BE POTENTIALLY
LETHAL TO POND INHABITANTS.
Leaves,
grass and algae should also be removed.
Should you need to access the impeller follow
the instructions under the section headed
“Accessing the Impeller” in this instruction
booklet.
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Pump Maintenance / Cleaning
Notes
Starting Your Pump
