Aquascape IonGen Generation 1.5 (95013) - Manuel (Page 3)

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1. Mount the IonGen ™
Control Panel
Mount the IonGen ™ Control Panel
in the desired location, making
sure the electrical cord reaches
the GFI outlet. The Control Panel
is weather resistant, but steps to
protect it from the elements, such
as mounting the panel above
the ground, are recommended to
maximize its lifespan. (See Fig. 1)
2. Install the Flow
Chamber
The PVC Flow Chamber for the
IonGen ™ can be located in
several areas within the water
feature. The Flow Chamber is
most effective when plumbed
directly into the water feature’s
recirculating system. The
Flow Chamber can also be
submerged in a region of the
water feature with a good
water flow, such as in
a skimmer box or the edge
of a stream/waterfall. Make
sure the electrical cord for the
Probe reaches the Flow Chamber
location. Follow the step-by-step
installation instructions for the
method you select.
Note: The PVC Flow Chamber is
a standard 2-inch schd 40 PVC
slip connection and can be made
using PVC glue. Other fittings
(not included) can be used to
convert the Flow Chamber to
fit the specific application
requirements.
Flow Chamber Option A:
Plumb directly into
recirculating system
Cut and insert the PVC Flow
Chamber into the water
feature’s recirculating system.
The Flow Chamber should be
positioned after the water
feature’s pump and in a
region of the plumbing line
that will drain for servicing
the replaceable Probe and
overwintering the fitting. It is
recommended to use a pre-
filter, such as a skimmer, prior
to the Flow Chamber in order
to remove solids and debris
that may interfere with the
Probe. A small valve box may
be used for easy access during
maintenance. (See Fig. 2)
• Glue the PVC Flow Chamber into
position using PVC glue (not
included). Follow the glue
manufacturer’s directions
for proper steps. (See Fig. 3)
• Install the Probe into the top of
Flow Chamber. Use Teflon tape
or a bead of silicone (not
included) over the threads of the
Probe fitting to ensure a water
tight seal. The threads on the
probe are tapered and are not de-
signed to thread completely down
into the Flow Chamber. Install
the probe into the Flow Chamber
hand tight and then one or two
additional turns with a wrench.
Fig. 1 Mount the IonGen ™ Control Panel
in the desired location.
• Read the Installation Instruction
& Maintenance Owner’s Manual
before installing.
• Follow all local codes for
installation.
• To reduce the risk of electric
shock, connect only to a
properly grounded, ground fault
interrupter (GFI).
• Do not immerse the Control
Box in water.
Safety Instructions
Step-by-Step Installation for the IonGen ™
ImPOrTANT: Before starting
the IonGen ™ system on existing
water features it is recom-
mended to thoroughly clean
the pond of as much debris as
possible. This will maximize the
ion’s effectiveness, and speed
to achieve desired results. The
more debris and dirtier the water
feature, the longer it will take
for the IonGen ™ to provide
noticeable results.
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