Installation Guide
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Installation
Attention! Dangerous electrical voltage.
Possible consequences: Death or serious injuries.
Protective measures:
• Only operate the unit with the protection hood fitted.
• Ensure that the unit is installed water-tight with a safety distance from the water of a minimum of
6.6 ft (2 m).
Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having an appliance-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Warning
Improper connection of the appliance-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified technician.
Install the unit so that it is not exposed to direct sun radiation (max. 104 ºF - 40 ºC).
2. Cut the adapter as shown using a hacksaw;
consult packaging for tubing size. This helps to avoid
pressure loss. (BioPress 1600 / 2400 only)
3. Push the union nuts over the stepped hose adapters,
push the tubing on the on the stepped hose adapter,
and secure with the hose clips.
4. Insert the at sealing ring or the O ring into the
union nut for the black hose adapter and screw onto
the pressure lter inlet.
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1. Place the pressure lter in a ood protected position
at a distance from the pond edge of at least 6.6 ft (2 m)
on rm and level ground. As an alternative, the lter
can also be partly buried up to approx. 2 in (5 cm)
below the closing clamps.
○ The height difference between the lter lid and the
free outlet point should be a maximmum of 6.6 ft (2 m).
○ Ensure unrestricted access to the cover to be able to
carry out work on the unit.
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BioPress 1000
BioPress 1600 / 2400