Aquascape PRO-Fit PondSweep Skimmers (00250 & 00900) - Manual (Page 12)

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Optional Brushes
The 700, 900, and 1200 skimmers
can be fitted with 4” diameter
brushes to improve the filtration
capacity of your skimmer. These are
easy to install using the instructions
supplied with these brush kits. The
brushes collect debris before the
mat and therefore extend the time
interval between mat cleanings.
(fig. -6)
The benefits of Brushes:
1. Collect pond debris without block-
ing the flow of water.
2. One row of brushes holds as
much dirt as two mats.
3. Skimmers can hold more debris
before they need to be serviced.
4. Brushes protect the mat and
prevent it from clogging.
5. Use both brushes and a mat to
ensure proper brush cleaning.
Bottom Sweep Assembly
Your PondSweep
® Skimmer works
even better using the optional
Bottom Sweep. Each Bottom Sweep
kit comes with detailed instruc-
tions. The Bottom Sweep option is a
simple plumbing addition to new or
old ponds that pulls water & debris
from the pond bottom into the
skimmer box. (fig. 7)
The benefits of Bottom Sweep:
1. A cleaner pond. Less chance
for debris to accumulate at the
pond bottom.
2. A clearer pond.
3. Less need to fully drain a pond
for complete maintenance.
4. Better water quality, especially
for larger fish like koi or high fish
loads typical of older ponds.
Optional Items to Enhance Skimmer Performance & Lower Maintenance
Bottom drain pipe on top of liner
Liner
Bottom sweep components
Fig. 7 Bottom sweep.
Different Brush Configurations
Fig.  SK700PRO with one row of
brushes and the mat in front
position. Must have high pond
water level so bellows remain
close to vertical position.
Fig.  SK700PRO with one row of
brushes and the mat in rear po-
sition. Use with external pumps.
Fig. 5 SK900PRO with one row of
brushes and the mat in middle
position. (Net not shown)
Fig. 6 SK900PRO with two rows of
brushes and the mat in rear po-
sition. Use with external pumps.