AquaScape AQUAFORCE 1000 User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS & MAINTENANCE
AQUAFORCE®
SOLIDS-HANDLING
POND PUMP
AquaForce®1000
Solids-Handling
Pond Pump
Item #91011
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Thank you for choosing the Aquascape
AquaForce®Solids-Handling Pond Pump.
At Aquascape, we connect people to water the
way nature intended. Since 1991, we’ve been
creating and field-testing water features in order
to provide you with the most reliable products
and best value in the water gardening industry.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ………………………………… 2
Contents……………………………………… 3
Safety Information …………………………… 3
Specifications Chart ………………………… 4
Installation …………………………………… 4
General Maintenance ……………………… 6
Winter Application …………………………… 7
Troubleshooting ……………………………… 7
Replacement Parts ………………………… 8
Warranty Information………………………… 8
The AquaForce asynchronous solids-handling waterfall and
filter pumps accomplish what most other pumps only aspire
to achieve. The combination of energy-efficient performance,
flow and ease of maintenance makes this pump the ideal
choice for discriminating pond owners. The AquaForce
protective pre-filter cage allows the pump to be placed
directly into the pond. AquaForce pumps are able to pump
solids up to one quarter of an inch, making it ideal for use
with external pressure filters or Aquascape waterfalls-type
filter systems.
The AquaForce can also be used as a de-icer to help
prevent winter fish loss by keeping a hole open in the ice
during the cold winter months. The pump’s powerful water
flow, positioned just below the surface of the water, will
ensure critical oxygen levels are maintained in the pond
throughout the winter.
AquaForce®
Solids-Handlings
Pond Pump
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No. Description
1. AquaForce®Solids-Handling Pond Pump
2. 1", 1.25", 1.5" Multi Hose Adapter
3. 1.5" Rotational Ball Output
4. 1.5", 2" Multi Hose Adapter
5. 1.5" Female Fitting
Contents
Safety Information
WARNING: Risk of electric shock – This pump
has not been approved for use in swimming
pool or marine areas
WARNING: To provide continued protection
against risk of electric shock, connect to
properly grounded, ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) outlets only, using the
following guidelines:
(A) Have a qualified electrician install a properly grounded
receptacle outlet, acceptable for outdoor use and
protected from snow and rain.
(B) Inspect cord before using.
(C) Do not use extension cords.
(D) Any wiring of pumps should be performed by a
qualified electrician to ensure code compliance and
user safety.
(E) Unplug pump at receptacle outlet when not in use or
before removal from pond.
(F) To reduce risk of electrical shock, all wiring and
junction connections should be made per local codes.
Requirements may vary depending on usage and
location.
(G) The power cable should be protected at all times to
avoid punctures, cuts, bruises and abrasions.
(H) Never handle power cords with wet hands.
(I) Do not remove cord and strain relief. Do not connect
conduit to pump.
(J) Do not use power cable
to lift pump.
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• Always operate the pump fully submerged. Failure to do
so will overheat the pump and cause it to fail, thus voiding
the warranty. DO NOT OPERATE DRY.
• Use only in fully assembled state, and be sure that both
the upper and lower cage screens are snapped together.
Failure to operate the pump without the filter cage closed
will allow large debris to enter the pump, causing the
pump to fail and voiding the warranty.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing that may become entangled
in the impeller or other moving parts.
• Keep clear of suction and discharge openings. DO NOT
insert fingers in pump with power connected.
• DO NOT pump hazardous materials or liquids, such as oil,
saltwater or organic solvents.
• DO NOT block or restrict discharge.
• Products returned must be cleaned, sanitized, or
decontaminated, as necessary prior to shipment so as
to ensure that employees will not be exposed to health
hazards in handling said material. All applicable laws and
regulations shall apply.
IMPORTANT: Aquascape, Inc. is not responsible
for losses, injury, or death resulting from a failure
to observe these safety precautions, misuse or
abuse of pumps or equipment.
AquaForce®Solids-Handling Pond Pump
Specifications
• Input Voltage: 120V AC
• Input Frequency: 60 Hz
• Submersible pump
• For outdoor or indoor use
• Thermally protected
• This pump has been evaluated for use with water only
• Input amps & wattage: see chart below
Model Number 1000 1800 2700 3600 5200
Maximum Flow Rate (GPH) 1,070 2,149 2,695 3,868 5,284
Maximum Head Height 10' 16.5' 14' 18' 24'
Motor Type Asynchronous Asynchronous Asynchronous Asynchronous Asynchronous
Wattage 55 160 147 215 360
Amperage .51 1.33 1.25 1.8 3
Power Cord Length 25' 25' 25' 25' 25'
Pump Discharge Diameter 1.5" MPT 1.5" MPT 1.5" MPT 1.5" MPT 1.5" MPT
Multi-Hose Fitting Diameters 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2" 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2" 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2" 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2" 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2"
AquaForce Solids-Handling Pond Pump Specs
Installation
• The AquaForce Solids-Handling Pond Pump is designed
to be submerged directly into the pond. To maximize pond
circulation, locate the AquaForce pump as far away as
possible from the location of the water entering back into
the water feature (Ex. 1).
• It is recommended that the pump NOT be positioned in
the deepest area of the pond (Ex. 1). This will protect the
fish by preventing the pond from completely draining in the
case of leak in the plumbing or filter. Bricks or stones can
be used, if needed, to raise the pump up off the bottom of
the pond.
• The AquaForce includes a wide assortment of fittings to
choose from. Select the appropriate fitting(s) needed for
your application.
• The threaded collar, on all of the fittings, enables the
AquaForce pump to be installed and removed without the
need for any tools (Ex. 2). Do not use tools to attach the
fittings onto the pump discharge (Ex. 3). Fittings need to
be hand-tightened only.
Ex. 1
Ex.2 Ex. 3

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• The extremely versatile rotational ball outlet (Ex. 4)
provides you the ability to adjust the pump discharge
to the perfect position that your water feature set-up
requires. Loosening the threaded collar allows you to
rotate the upper half of the ball. A flat rubber washer seal
(Ex. 5) is included to ensure a hand-tight and leak-free
connection. Make sure the flat rubber washer is in place
before installing the fittings.
• Install the right-sized multi-hose adapter, based on the
diameter of the tubing you are using (Ex. 6).
• If using pipe with a larger diameter than the smaller fittings
of the multi-hose adapters, cut off the smaller section to
avoid any flow restriction (Ex. 7).
• Attach tubing to the fitting. If tubing is loose on the fitting,
use a hose clamp (not included) to secure tubing onto the
fitting (Ex. 8).
• Connect the other end of the pump tubing to the pond
filter, such as a biological filter, waterfall spillway or
pressurized filter (Ex. 9).
Ex. 7
Ex. 6
Ex. 10
• Connect the pump to an
outlet that is protected by
a ground fault interrupter
(Ex. 10). Once the pump
is running and water is
circulating, check for any
leaks where the external
connections are made.
Using the AquaForce as a Winter Bubbler
• The AquaForce can also
be used to prevent winter
fish loss by keeping a hole
open in the ice during the
cold winter months. The
AquaForce helps ensure
there is sufficient oxygen
levels and proper gas
exchange in the pond,
helping to prevent fish
loss. For best results use the AquaForce in combination
with the Aquascape 300-Watt Pond De-Icer (Ex. 11). The
combination of the AquaForce pump and a pond de-icer
will further increase the pond’s oxygen levels, remove
potentially harmful gases from the water, and allow for a
back-up in case one of the devices stops working.
• It is important to not place
the AquaForce on the
bottom of the pond during
the winter. This may disrupt
the natural thermocline
found in the deeper
portions of the pond where
the fish overwinter. Instead,
place the pump at least one
foot above the deepest part
of the pond. The rotational ball should be turned upwards,
allowing the water to bubble at the surface of the pond
(Ex. 12). Bricks or stones can be used, if needed, to raise
the pump to the proper level.
Ex. 9
Ex. 8
Ex. 11
Pond De-Icer
Ex. 12
Ex. 5
Ex. 4