User Manual

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• Install the right-sized
Multi-Hose based on the
diameter of the tubing you
are using.
• Lower the pump into the skimmer (refer to image) or
Pondless
®
filter (refer to image) and rotate the Rotational
Ball Output to line up with the tubing. Attach tubing to the
fitting and then tighten a hose clamp (not included) to secure
tubing onto the fitting.
• Plug the pump into an external GFI-rated electrical source.
• 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.
OR
Skimmer application
IN-LINE OPERATION
• The AquaSurge
®
pump can also be operated “in-line”
by attaching a pipe connected directly from the pond
(or aquarium) to the male-threaded pump inlet. In this case
the water must be pre-filtered of debris in order to prevent
any damage to the pump or impeller. The pump must
NEVER be operated dry without water. This pump is water-
cooled and requires water flowing through the pump at
all times for the pump to operate correctly and stay cooled
so it doesn’t overheat.
Pondless
®
Waterfall application
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
• Filter Screens – Operating the pump without the filter screen
will allow large debris to enter the pump, causing the pump
to fail and voiding the warranty.
• Filter Screen Cleaning – We recommend inspecting your
AquaSurge
®
on a regular basis to make sure it is functioning
properly. If you notice the water flow rate diminish it may
be due to the pump’s filter screen becoming clogged with
debris. Always disconnect the power before performing
maintenance on the pump. In many cases the clogged
screen can be cleaned by reaching in the filter and
removing, by hand, any debris from the filter screen. If there
is a lot of debris and/or the debris is difficult to clean you
may need to disconnect the threaded collar on the fitting
and remove the pump from the filter for a more thorough
cleaning. A garden hose can be used to spray off any
debris stuck on the filter screen. Be sure to replace the
screen and make sure it is firmly attached to the pump
body before lowering the pump back into the filter box.