Aquascape AquascapePRO Pump Electrical Set-Up and Maintenance - Manual

Pump Electrical Set-up and Maintenance
Please read the following guidelines for proper pump installation and performance. Failure to follow these
guidelines may void the 2-year limited liability warranty.
Electrical
• It is required that a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and
a dedicated outlet be installed for the water feature by a qualified
electrician.
• Please have the electrician refer to
Table 1 for the pumps
electrical specifications for the proper electrical operating range
of the pump. The pump will need to be run within these electrical
parameters to ensure proper pump performance and best possible
lifespan.
• Electrical testing should also be completed under
full load
at the outlet. Make sure all other electrical devices that will
be in used in and around the water feature are plugged in and
in operation during full load testing phase. The pump should
still fall within the minimum and maximum voltage and ideal
amperage range during full load testing.
• Hard-wiring the pumps is not recommended due to
complications caused when servicing or replacing the pump.
• Please have the qualified electrician contact the water feature
installer or place of purchase with any questions related to the
pumps electrical requirements. Improperly installed and/or faulty
electrical causing the pump to fail will void the pumps 2 year
limited liability warranty.
Maintenance
Proper maintenance of the water feature will also ensure the best
possible lifespan of the pump. Please make sure to consider the
following:
• Keep water flowing freely to the pump by routinely cleaning the
skimmer debris net and filter mat. Be sure to maintain proper
water level in the water feature. Avoid allowing the pump to run
dry or operate in low water level situations.
• Inspect and remove large debris, such as mulch, sticks, small
pebbles, etc from the bottom of the Skimmer, Snorkel™ Vault, or
sump basin in order to prevent the pump from becoming clogged
and possibly damaged.
• Do not allow the filters to become clogged with debris and
sediment. Conduct regular cleaning and seasonal maintenance
according to your owner’s manual.
Winter Care
If you shut your pond down during the winter season we
recommend removing the pump from the filter and storing in
a bucket of water in a frost free location. The water will help
maintain the life of the seals on the pump while in storage.
Please note that the pump, depending on how long it has been
out of operation over the winter may need to be “kick-started”.
To test, plug the pump into the electrical outlet prior to installing
the pump back in the skimmer and visually inspect if the pumps
impeller is spinning. If the pumps impeller does not start
spinning on its own, unplug the the pump and use a screw driver
or similar device to assist the impeller. Once the impeller begins
spinning the lubrication will be reintroduced between the seals
and the pump should start on its own. The pump can now be
installed back into the water feature.
Pump Model Volts@ Pump Plug
(Min - Max range)
Max Amps
1500 (red handle) 108 - 127 2.0
3000 (yellow handle) 108 - 127 2.6
4500 (blue handle) 108 - 127 5.4
7500 (green handle) 108 - 127 10.0
10000 (orange handle) 108 - 127 11.0
Table 1 - Electrical Requirements of Pumps
Extension Cord
• Extension cords should only be used to test the pump in the
new water feature.
• Please refer to
Table 2 for proper extension cord gauge and
maximum lengths. Failure to use a properly sized extension cord
for testing your water feature may cause pump failure and void
the pumps 2 year limited liability warranty. Extension cord should
be plugged into an outlet equipped with a GFCI.
Pump Model 18
Gauge
16
Gauge
14
Gauge
12
Gauge
1500 (red handle) 100 ft 150 ft 250 ft 450 ft
3000 (yellow handle) 75 ft 100 ft 200 ft 350 ft
4500 (blue handle) 25 ft 50 ft 100 ft 150 ft
7500 (green handle) 25 ft 50 ft 75 ft
10000 (orange handle) 25 ft 50 ft 75 ft
Table 2 - Electrical cord not to exceed lengths listed below
(Applies to both permanent electric cord and temporary extension cord for testing)
Aquascape, Inc.
St. Charles, IL 60174
www.aquascapeinc.com