Aquascape AquaForce (91011, 91012 & 91013) - Manuel (Page 6)

6
☎ US 1-866-877-6637 | ☎ CAN 1-866-766-3426 | www.aquascapeinc.com
• Attach tubing to the fitting. If tubing is loose on fitting, use a
hose clamp (not included) to secure tubing onto the fitting.
• Connect the other end
of the pump tubing to
the pond filter, such
as a biological filter,
waterfall spillway or
pressurized filter.
• Connect the pump to an outlet that is protected by a
ground fault interrupter. once the pump is running and
water is circulating through the filter(s) or waterfalls, check for
any fitting or waterfall leaks where the external connections
are made.
• If using pipe with a larger
diameter than the smaller
fittings of the Multi-Hose
Adapters, cut off the
smaller section to avoid
any flow restriction.
uSing the aquaforCe ® aS a Winter bubbler
• The AquaForce ® can also be
used to prevent winter fish loss by
keeping a hole open in the ice
during the cold winter months. the
Aquaforce ® helps ensure there is
sufficient oxygen levels and proper
gas exchange in the pond, helping
to prevent fish loss. for best results
use the Aquaforce ® in combination with a de-icer. the
combination of the Aquaforce ® pump and a pond de-icer
will further increase the pond’s oxygen levels and remove
possibly harmful gases from the water, as well as allow for a
back-up in the event one of the devices stops working.
• It is important to not place
the Aquaforce ® on the
bottom of the pond during
the winter, which may disrupt
the natural thermocline found
in the deeper portions of
the pond where the fish are
overwintering. instead, place
the pump at least 1 foot above
the deepest point of the pond.
the rotational ball should be
oriented up, allowing the water
to bubble at the surface of the pond. bricks or stones can be
used, if needed, to raise the pump to the proper level.
oPeration and maintenanCe
• Pump Cage – Do not remove the upper or lower pump
cage while operating the pump. failure to operate the pump
without the filter cage or operating the pump with a broken
cage will allow large debris to enter the pump causing the
pump to fail, thus voiding the warranty.
• Pump Cage Cleaning –
we recommend inspecting
your pump on a regular basis
to ensure it is functioning
properly. if you notice the
water flow rate diminish, it
may be due to the pump’s
filter cage becoming clogged
with debris. in many cases
the clogged filter cage can
be cleaned by reaching
into the pond and pulling
the pump out of the water
to remove debris from the filter cage. Always disconnect the
power before performing maintenance on the pump.
Pond De-Icer