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P O N D M A X . C O M
PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFEGUARDS
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE
• Be sure the air pump itself is not submersed in water.
• The air pump is designed to be used in garden pond
or aquarium applications. It is not to be used in any
other manner or purpose. Do not use the pump in, or
in conjunction with, any chemicals such as a solvent,
gasoline or any flammable gases. The pump is designed
to pump clean atmospheric air only.
• Every air pump may eventually “wander” or “creep”
due to its own vibration. Avoid this by placing it on an
entirely level and flat plane. We recommend securing
it with some wire or cable ties to anchor the bottom of
the air pump.
• PondMAX air pumps are cooled by air flowing through
the inside of the motor body chamber. If the air flow
becomes restricted it will overheat and could cause
permanent damage to the electrical components
internally. In the event that the tubing provided isn’t
long enough, keep in mind that large tubing size is
strongly recommended to deliver adequate flow over
longer distances. This is reduces friction loss within the
tubing itself. The air pump air filter needs to be cleaned
regularly to prevent the pump becoming clogged with
dust, causing the airflow to reduce. In this event motor
burnout is not a warrantable event.
• Never leave the air pump running without sufficient
counter pressure (air stones). This may potentially cause
the rubber diaphragms to wear or tear prematurely. The
overall performance will also be greatly reduced.
• The PondMAX PA air pumps are designed to operate at
a maximum depth of 4Ft / 1.2m of water. Greater depth
will increase diaphragm wear. Use of the provided check
valves is highly recommended, to ensure no moisture
enters pump via airline.
• As with all air pumps, wear and tear will inevitably occur
over time. PondMAX air pump diaphragm assemblies
are easy to replace. Only use original PondMAX parts
and accessories for the unit. Check the diaphragm
replacement instructions and detailed diagrams later on
in this manual.
The Aeration Kit is designed for oxygen enrichment via the
provided air stones and the airline. For your convenience
the PondMAX PA Aeration Kits include, but are not limited
to the following:
1. 2” / 50mm round air stones
2. Clear airline tubing
3. Rubber elbow
4. Hose clamps
5. Metal airway manifold
6. Spare diaphragms for future maintenance
7. 3/16” / 4MM Plastic Check Valves
Start assembly by locating the rubber manifold connector
(short piece of hose) in the box and by attaching the
provided hose clamps, one on each end of the connector.
Then locate the metal manifold piece and press open
end firmly into one end of the rubber connector as far as
possible. The remaining open end of rubber connector
then needs to be put onto the outlet port of the air pump,
as far as possible. Now Squeeze both hose clamps and put
them in position to secure the rubber connector and to
make sure it does not blow off or leak air.
Next unroll each roll of the clear airline tubing for your
application. Airline can easily be cut to any length using
cutters or a knife. NOTE: Always use the minimum amount
of tubing needed for your application, so as not to put
needless pressure on the air pump which could cause
premature failure.
Now locate the air stones and push one end of each roll
of airline tubing onto the plastic fitting on each of the air
stones. Then connect the remaining ends of each roll of
airline firmly onto the little valves on the metal manifold.
The metal manifold valves can be adjusted to control
and balance the air flow according to the application
requirement.
Place the air stones in the water and if desired, weigh
down the airline with suitable weights (e.g., fishing
weights, rocks, aquatic plants, etc.) to avoid floatation. If
possible, the air stones should be set in separate spots (at
less than 4 ft / 1.2m of depth) to increase air dispersion
throughout pond or water feature. For safety reasons it
is also recommended that the air pump itself should be
installed at least 6Ft/1.8m away from the water’s edge.
Once the airline is connected onto pump and air stones are
in desired location within the pond or water feature. Go
ahead and locate the blue plastic check valves within the
box. These check vales are designed to prevent water from
entering the pump through the airline, in the event that
system is turned off or if pump was to fail. NOTE: These
1- directional check valves require installation in the correct
direction (“IN”= Inlet side “OUT”= Outlet side). Install the
check valves on each of the 3/16” / 4mm airlines within 1-2
ft / 30-60cm from the metal manifold, by simply cutting
the airline and pushing the check valve into airline on both
sides of valve.
The air pump is considered weatherproof but must be
mounted above the water level of pond or water feature at
all times. If at all possible, mount pump in a cool, shaded
location for minimal temperature operation, resulting in
long-lasting results.
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