AQUA FORTE MBF-350 User manual

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VERSION 1.01 01/2022 CHAMBERFILTER MBF-350
MBF-350
AQUAFORTE CHAMBER FILTER

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Congratulations on your purchase of this filter. Once your filter is installed you will be able to enjoy clear water for years to come.
Your filter works by connecting the simple hose connector to the inlet of the filter. The water flows through the filter chambers
and through the output back into the pond.
AquaForte filters are carefully tested for safety and use. However, failure to follow the instructions and warnings may lead to
damage and / or personal injury. Read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
Read the entire manual before installation. Make sure the filter is installed safely and correctly before using it. Disconnect all
important parts before working on the pond filter. The filter may only be installed by qualified personnel for safety reasons.
Children should be instructed not to play with the filter. For safety reasons, modifications and repairs may only be performed
by AquaForte itself.
• Maximum temperature of continuously filtered water is +35 °C.
• The filter is intended for pond filtration only!
• The filter is not suitable for filtering water with temperatures above 40 ° C or below 8 ° C.
• Do not use in combination with oil, petrol or lubricants.The filter is not frost-resistant!We therefore recommend that you do
not use the filter in the winter.
• The filter may not be used under water.
• The filter must be placed at least 2 metres away from the pond.
The optimal circulation cycle depends on the following factors: number of fish, aquatic plants, sunlight, desired water clarity. In
addition, coordination of other filtration components is also required.
Optimal pond circulation
This refers to the frequency with which the entire pond content passes through the filter.
Guideline values:
• Koi/Fish pond:
1 circulation in 3 hours up to 2 circulations per hour
INTRODUCTION
CIRCULATION
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USAGE
AquaForte is a trademark of Sibo Fluidra Netherlands BV, Doornhoek 3950, 5465TC,Veghel
Email: [email protected] Website: www.aqua-forte.com

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• Pond with plants:
In the case of a pond without fish, the degree of circulation is not so important.The plants serve here as a replacement for
the filter system.
TECHNICAL DATA
Model MBF-350
Dimensions (mm) 415×515×395
Max. ow (ℓ⁄h) 8000
Inlet (mm) 20–40 (¾”–1½”)
Outlet (mm) 40/51/72 (1½”–3”)
Number of lter mats 1
Number of coarse sponges 2
Number of ne sponges 2
Suitable for sh ponds up to (ℓ) 6000
Suitable for ornamental ponds up to (ℓ) 12.000
Connection UV lamp (optional) GUV -2-Serie (18 W)
APPLICATION
• These filters are designed for cleaning ornamental and fish ponds.When used correctly, the pond water is effectively cleaned.
• The filter materials ensure mechanical filtration of the water, while the filter bacteria ensure biological filtration
FEATURES (PARTLY OPTIONAL)
• Efficient cleaning through ultraviolet disinfection before filtration
• Strong biofiltration through large filters, multi-chamber system, easy installation and cleaning through modular design
• Less pressure on filter media and less maintenance because of filter design
• Simple cleaning through filter holder construction.
• Dirt indicator
• Temperature display

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BEFORE USE
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
1. Remove the cover (1), take out the lter sponges (9) and wash them.
2. Rinse the lter mats (12) as well.
3. Place the cleaned filter materials back into the filter.
4. If you combine the filter with a UV-C device, you should place the filter on a solid, level surface at least 2 m away from the
pond.To avoid overflow, the filter should be placed on a level surface.
5. Lay the drain hose for the water outlet to the pond and the hose for the waste outlet to the sewer or flower bed with
sufficient slope.
6. Saw off the hosetail (21) at the correct point.
7. Connect the hose to the hosetail (21) and secure it with a hose clamp.
8. Place an O-ring (20) on the thread of the hosetail (21).Then push the thread of the hose pipe (20) through the water inlet.
Place a second O-ring (20) on the thread from the inside and then screw the outlet (13) onto the thread from the inside.
9. Now connect the other end of the hose to the pump.
10. For normal filter operation the dirt outlet must remain closed with the drain cover (23) and drain outlet gasket (22). If you
want to permanently attach a 2 inch hose, remove the sealing cap to mount the hose.
11. Attach the top cover.
12. Apply power to the pump.The filter will now begin to work.
The biofilter is a biological filter system and when newly installed, requires several weeks to develop its full biological
effectiveness.
Always disconnect the pump from the mains before carrying out cleaning and maintenance work!
The unit should only be cleaned when necessary - see turbidimeter (4). No chemical cleaning agents should be used for this,
as these can destroy the bacteria in the filter sponges. As soon as the turbidimeter is visible, disconnect the pump and the (op-
tional) UV unit from the power supply and open the cover. Remove the filter sponges from the lter sponge holders (8). Slowly
squeeze the filter sponges out of the sponge holder (8, 9) several times. If necessary, clean the filter sponges with clear water.
Open the cover of the dirt disposal until the water has drained off completely.
At temperatures below 8 °C or above 40 °C, the device must be taken out of operation! Empty the device and clean it thoroughly.
Remove all filter materials for drying. Let the filter materials winter in a frost-free, dry place. Cover the filter housing to prevent
rainwater from entering. Drain all hoses, pipes and connections, if possible.
When putting the filters back into operation, reinstall them with the open side towards the outlet.

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1Cover 11 Bio ball 20 Inlet gasket
4Turbidimeter 12 Filter pad 21 Hosetail
5Thermometer 13 Outlet 22 Drain outlet gasket
6Rail fence 14 Outlet gasket 23 Drain cover
7Insert plate 15 Outlet o-ring
8Sponge holder 16 Adjuster
9Sponge 17 Outlet nut
10 Pressing plate 19 Oxygen export
PARTS LIST
MBF-350