MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
Always disconnect units from the power source before
beginning any maintenance or work on the unit
• Occasional cleaning of the filter pads will be necessary to ensure
the proper functioning of the filter. You can check the pads
weekly to see if they are visibly soiled. If they are, all pads should
be removed and rinsed with clean water.
• Filter pads should be replaced annually. Use TotalPond®
Replacement Filter Pads (Item #52233)
• The bioballs in your filter system and the inside surfaces of
the filter box contain the beneficial bacteria. At least once a
year the entire system should be disassembled and cleaned
thoroughly using warm water. This should not be done during
the warm season as it may take up to 8 weeks to re-establish the
environmental balance. The best time of the year to "breakdown"
your system is in early spring before the water temperatures
begin to rise. This is also the ideal time to replace the filter pads.
• The exterior surface of the filter box may need occasional
cleaning. Particularly if the openings in the top of the filter box
are obstructed. When cleaning the filter box use warm water
only. Do not use any chemicals that may destroy the beneficial
bacteria.
Regular cleaning of the pump may be necessary depending upon
the environment which it is operated. Clean the pump when it is
visibly soiled or when a drop in performance is detected.
Step 1. Before cleaning, always
disconnect pump from the
power source and remove the
pump cover.
Step 2. Remove the impeller
cover to expose the impeller
assembly. Remove the impeller
assembly by gently pulling on
the impeller blades. The impeller
is held in place by a magnet.
Step 3. Use a soft cloth or brush
and warm water to clean the
impeller and the inside of the
impeller housing.
Step 4. Reassemble all pump parts and place in water before
reconnecting to the power source.
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FILTER MAINTENANCE
PUMP MAINTENANCE
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