Aqua Control AirEco Installation instructions

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Lake Bed Aeration
Please read these instructions before using this aeration system. Failure to follow the recommendations in this manual will
void the manufacturer’s warranty and may result in personal injury or death.
An improper electrical connection to the lake bed aerator system and grounding conductor can result in electrical shock,
injury, or death. For maximum safety, it is highly recommended that a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected
circuit is used for the power supply.
Always connect the aeration compressor cabinet to a properly grounded outlet. If your outlet is questionable, have it checked
by a qualied electrician. The 120V cabinets have a ground fault interrupter (GFCI) outlet.
Use of an aeration system in a water body during freezing conditions may cause large holes in the ice. The ice around these
areas is extremely thin. Injury or death may result if people fall through the ice in these locations. Aqua Control strongly
recommends that these areas and the associated dangers be clearly posted in multiple locations around the body of water.
The owner will assume all responsibility for using the Aqua Control aeration system during the winter months.
Safety First
Aeration Expectations
• Install the compressor cabinet at a safe distance from ooding and out of standing water areas.
• Keep the compressor cabinet at a safe distance from direct contact with irrigation or sprinkler heads.
• Unplug the electrical cord from the outlet prior to any maintenance.
• Do not attempt any unspecied activity that is not listed in this manual or directly requested by an authorized
Aqua Control representative or distributor.
• Do not operate the aeration system if unusual noises or odors are detected. Disconnect the power cord from
outlet and contact your distributor to correct any problems.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young children or inrm persons unless they have be adequately
supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Refer to these directions as needed in order to ensure the safe operation of the system.
• Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty and could result in injury or death.
• Stabilize and improve oxygen levels from the surface of water body to the bottom.
• Consistent temperature from the surface of the water body to the bottom.
• Reduction of bottom oxygen-depleting muck and foul odors.
• An increased area for healthy, aerobic bacteria growth.
• Elimination of oxygen-related sh kills.
Warning
Installation and Owner’s Manual
120V/240V 60Hz North American Model
220-240V 50Hz European/Australian Model

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Initial Inspection
Open and Inspect Product Immediately Upon Receiving Your Order
Product Damaged in Delivery
The Aqua Control Aeration System was properly packed and accepted by the freight carrier for shipment. It is their
responsibility to deliver they system in perfect condition.
Apparent Damage or Loss
If upon delivery, the equipment or container indicates “Damage in Transit,” such goods should be refused until the freight
company’s agent has noted such damage on the freight bill. A copy of this bill should be given to you, noting the nature and
extent of the damage. If any part of the shipment is lost in transit, have that shortage noted on the freight bill by the shipping
agent.
Concealed Damage
If damage is discovered that was not apparent upon delivery, notify the freight company immediately to inspect the damaged
equipment. The inspector should provide a “Concealed Bad Order” report. Inspections must be requested within seven days
of delivery. Do not move damaged goods from the original point of delivery. Retain all original packaging/containers for
inspection. File a “Full Value Replacement” claim against the freight company.
Maintenance Safety
Only use parts that are supplied or approved by Aqua Control. Use of other parts may result in poor performance that could
create a hazardous situation and will void the warranty.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualied person in
order to avoid a hazard.
• When compressor fan, outlet, or other electrical components need service.
• If the cabinet is producing unusual noises or odors.
• After any accidental ooding prior to start-up.
Unplug the system and refer servicing to a qualied electrician for any of the following conditions:
Ground Instructions
This product must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by
providing an escape wire for the electric current. This product is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an
appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING—Improper installation of the grounding plug can result in electric shock. When repair or replacement of the cord
or plug is required, do not connect the grounding wire to either at blade terminal. The wire with insulation having an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow strips is the grounding wire.
Check with a qualied electrician or service person when the grounding instructions are not completely understood or when
in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not t the outlet, have
the proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician. Only connect the product to an outlet having the same conguration as
the plug. Do not use an adapter with this product.
Systems Materials List
Upon receipt, inspect to ensure that all of the components are included. If your aeration system has experienced damage from
shipping, promptly report the damage to the delivery company. Verify that you have received the following equipment:
• Compressor(s): Located inside the cabinet. The compressor is 115V or 230V single phase and includes a power cord
with a three-pronged plug that should be plugged into a Class A GFCI receptacle box.
• Airpod Diuser Base: Flexible membrane tube or disc diuser(s) are mounted on their own base that is weighted at the
factory for easy sinking and installation.

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• AnchorLine Self-Weighted Air Supply Tubing: Used to supply air from the shore-mounted compressor to the diuser
pad(s), it runs along the pond or lake bottom and can be buried or left exposed. Made of a high-density PVC composite,
it is compatible with included insert ttings and common PVC glue. Heavy wall thickness provides protection from
punctures or kinking.
• Remote Manifold (Optional): Used when the LBA compressor is located long distances from the water’s edge. This
remote manifold allows a single 1”–1½” underground line to feed up to 6 AirPod diusers.
• Heavy duty polymer base (AirPro only)
Installation Tools and Materials
• Thin, nylon rope (length needs to be twice the depth of the pond)
• Utility razor knife
• Flat head screwdriver
• Shovel (if self-weighted tubing is buried prior to entering the pond)
For quick, easy, and professional installations, the following tools and materials are required:
Compressor/Cabinet Installation
• Find a location for the cabinet that is near the pond and out of the ood zone.
• Remove the cabinet from the shipping container and place on desired location.
The diuser comes partially assembled for you. You will need to complete the following steps:
Airpod Diuser Assembly
• Hand-tighten all ttings, do not over-tighten
• Screw in 6” riser tubes
• Screw on four membrane diuser tubes (or two membrane disc diusers) to the 6” riser tubes
Airpod Diuser Placement
IMPORTANT—Correct placement of the diuser is critical. The ability of the aeration system to aect your pond/lake is
dependent upon the position of the diuser. It should be as close to the deepest portion of the pond. It is not recommended for
the self-weighted tubing to be attached to the compressor prior to installing all of the tubing for each diuser. Attaching to
the tubing to the compressor and then placing the tubing in the pond may place excessive stress on the compressor and the
connectors.
1. Uncoil the roll of self-weighted tubing along the shoreline of your pond. Make sure the tubing has no twists,
kinks, or tangles. For lengths exceeding 100ft. (30m), multiple rolls of tubing must be connected with the
factory supplied, double-ended hose barbs and clamps. In some installs, it may be preferable to unroll only one
roll of tubing at a time and place additional rolls in a boat.
2. Anchor one end of the tubing to a location near the compressor. Do not attach tubing to the compressor at this
time.
3. Attach each roll of tubing using the double-ended hose barbs and clamps until the diuser placement site has
been reached. If necessary, plug the end of the tubing to avoid water entering the tubing and attach a oat to the
end of the tubing for ease of locating to continue installation (plugs not included).
4. Once all of the rolls of self-weighted tubing are installed, attached the tubing to the hose barb on the diuser.
5. Locate the two holes at the end of the diuser opposite the check valve/hose barb assembly. Thread rope
through these two holes and center the rope. This rope will be used to lower each diuser to the pond bottom.
The minimum rope length must be twice the depth of the water. Hold both ends of the rope and lower the
diuser to the bottom, keeping the top of the diuser (where the membranes are located) upright. When the
diuser is positioned on the pond bottom, release one end of the rope and pull the rope up.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 for each diuser.
7. Once the diusers are placed on the bottom of the pond/lake, attach the anchored end of the self-weighted tubing
to the compressor.
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at least partially open to ensure that excessive pressure is not sent to the diuser being tested. This could result in
damage to the tube membranes.
9. The tubing may be buried in a trench and/or cover with rocks or dirt. For winter operation in freezing conditions,
the self-weighted tubing on the shore must be buried below the frost line and the exposed compressor hose must be
insulated with hot water heater pipe insulation. If the self-weighted tubing is not buried below the frost line, it must
run downhill without any drips. Atmospheric air contains water and as it compresses during winter, it will enter the
exposed tubing. If there are and dips in the line, the water will pool and eventually freeze, blocking the air supply
line completely.
System Start-Up Procedure
• Day 1: Turn on the system and operate for 15 minutes.
• Day 2: Turn on the system and operate for 30 minutes.
• Day 3: Turn on the system and operate for 1 hour.
• Day 4: Turn on the system and operate for 2 hours.
• Day 5: Turn on the system and operate for 4 hours.
• Day 6: Turn on the system and operate for 8 hours.
• Day 7: Turn on the system and operate for 16 hours.
• Day 8: Turn on the system and let it run continuously.
• If a strong odor emanates from the body of water, turn unit o immediately and wait 24 hours before starting
the procedure again, this time in ve minute increments.
The purpose of the Lake Bed Aeration System is to circulate the pond’s entire water column. This circulation will increase
and maintain oxygen levels and eliminate drastic temperature uctuations. The efficiency of the AirEco/AirPro can initially
create problems if the following start-up procedure is not followed. Improper start-up may result in an unintentional sh kill.
Winter Operation and Precautions
• Operating in freezing conditions on an ice-covered pond may cause large open water areas to remain at the
aeration sites. In addition, the ice thickness around these open areas will be much thinner than the ice over the
remainder of the water body. Injury or fatality may result from people, snowmobiles, etc. falling through the
ice. Aqua Control strongly recommends that this danger of thin ice around the aeration area be clearly posted in
several areas. Owner assumes all responsibility for operating aeration systems during winter months.
• To prevent the risk of cooling the entire water column, the diuser(s) should be moved to a shallower portion of
the water body (typically one-half of the depth of the original placement) and operated there until spring thaw.
Moving the diuser to shallower water allows warmer water to remain in the lower regions of the pond and
prevent the water from becoming too cold for sh.
• The self-weighted tubing on shore must be buried below the frost line or insulated. Refer to #9 in the “Airpod
Diuser Placement” section for more information.
The AirEco/AirPro System is designed to operate year-round. However, certain precautions will need to be taken during the
winter months.
DANGER—If you choose to operate your aeration system through the winter, be sure to follow these instructions for safe
and proper operation:
• Simply unplug the system. No other equipment preparation is required.
• Before restarting the system in the spring, check th airlines for possible ice blockage. If this occurs, pour one cup
of denatured alcohol into each line to melt the ice. Allow the air from the compressor to push through the line
until heat generated by the compressor melts the remaining ice.
• It will be necessary to follow the “System Start-Up Procedure” (see above) to prevent a possible sh kill.
If you choose to turn o the system for the winter:

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Timer Setting (AirPro models only)
Remove the clear cover by pulling it straight out from the timer. Review the following instructions for proper operation.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Keep the cabinet air inlets and outlets free of debris and weed growth for proper ventilation.
If the system does not power on:
Press and reset the GFCI electrical receptacle located inside the cabinet. For AirPro models with timers: if the compressor(s)
still won’t turn on, check that the timer is set correctly. If the timer is correctly set and the compressor(s) still won’t operate,
ip up the white manual override toggle located ner the center-right on the timer. If it still won’t power on, contact your
distributor or the factory for further assistance.
Note: Before performing any of the following maintenance or troubleshooting, unplug the system from any power outlet.
If the size or appearance of the surface aeration has decreased from initial installation, perform on or more of the following:
The time switch is
set by pushing the
captive trippers to
the outer rings
position in (green)
the Lake Bed
Aerator will be
turned on for that
period. Each tripper
represents 15
minutes. When they
are on the inner
position the Lake
Bed Aerator will not
turn on during
these positions.
Turn the minute hand (shown in red)
clockwise until the current time is aligned
with the triangle (shown in green) on the
inner dial. The hour and the minute dial
will show exactly the current time. Snap
the clear cover back onto the timer.
There are three positions for the power switch:
Use timer settings mode Always on positon O position
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Air Filter Maintenance
To remove the lter from the compressor: press down on the lter cap, rotate clockwise, and then pull the cap o. Inspect
the lter element. Replace the elements if needed. It is recommended to replace the lter elements every three months. After
installing new elements, replace the lter cap and power up the unit.
Check Diusers for Material Buildup or Damage
The diusers located on the airpod may have been damaged (wildlife and shing hooks are the most common contributors
to damage) or blocked by material buildup (after a long period of inactivity). Remove the airpod and inspect the membranes,
making sure there are no rips or holes. Replace the membranes as needed.
Maintenance Kit
Maintenance kits are available by contacting your distributor or Aqua Control. Under optimal operating conditions, this step
should be performed every two years.
Capacitor
Use a capacitor tester to verify the capacitor. The rating is printed on the side of the capacitor.
Additional Questions
If you have further questions regarding the operation of you lake bed aerator, please contact your distributor.
You may also contact Aqua Control for sales, technical support, or general questions by calling [phone] or emailing
[email protected].