Blagdon Force hybrid 5000 User manual

force hybrid
Established over 50 years ago, Blagdon are
committed to producing a comprehensive range
of high quality and easy to use water gardening
equipment. We have an on-going programme
of research and development that ensures
excellent product performance and value for
money for our customers. Our products are
brought together with half a century of expertise
and knowledge so you can be assured of a
successful and creative water garden.
Interpet, Vincent Lane,
Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3YX
Interpet.co.uk
Blagdonwatergardening.co.uk
Leaflet Code: 21/08/15
www.interpet.co.uk
www.blagdonwatergardening.co.uk
water movement
pond pump
DESIGN
INNOVATIVE
for filters and waterfalls
5000 • 6000 • 8000
10000 • 14000 • 16000

Getting to know your Force-Hybrid pump ............................................................1-3
Parts descriptions / spares codes - with exploded diagram ...................................... 1-2
Pump performance / flow chart .................................................................................. 3
Technical specifications ............................................................................................... 3
Installation .............................................................................................................. 4-5
Electrical installation ................................................................................................... 4
Locating your Force-Hybrid pump .............................................................................. 5
Maintenance and cleaning .................................................................................... 6-7
Monthly maintenance ................................................................................................. 6
Annual maintenance ................................................................................................... 7
Winter storage ............................................................................................................ 7
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 8
Troubleshooting and maximise performance .............................................................. 8
Faults - problem procedure ...................................................................................... 9
Returning faulty pumps ............................................................................................... 9
Consumer advice contact details .................................................................................9
Guarantee .................................................................................................................. 9
Environment friendly disposal ..................................................................................... 9
CONTENTS
Congratulations on buying a Blagdon Force-Hybrid solids handling water garden
pump. Force-Hybrid pumps have been manufactured with the highest quality
materials to deliver durable, powerful and economical pumping. The range of fittings
and advanced features included, have been researched and designed to provide
outstanding water garden performance. Please take the time to carefully read this
pond master guide so you gain the maximum safety and benefits from this product.
IMPORTANT
Please attach proof of purchase to this manual and file in a safe place.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FORCE-HYBRID PUMP
Please note: Spares / replacements of all of the parts / fittings listed above are available from your retailer. FORCE-HYBRID 5000/6000/8000/10000/14000/16000
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No. Part Description Code 1 Handle screws 2 Handle 3 Back cage 4 Cage locks 5 Back cage divider 5000
Back cage divider 6000-8000-10000
Back cage divider 14000-16000 7 Impeller housing screws in part 11 8 Motor location screws in part 11 9 Cage base 10 Motor Housing 11 Impeller assembly 5000 1050722 Impeller assembly 6000 1050739 Impeller assembly 8000 1050746 Impeller assembly 10000 1050753 Impeller assembly 14000 1050760 Impeller assembly 16000 1050777
No. Part Description Code 12 Impeller housing seal 5000-6000-8000-10000 in part 14 Impeller housing seal 14000-16000 in part 14 13 Impeller housing 5000-6000-8000-10000 Impeller housing 14000-16000 14 Impeller cover seal 5000-6000-8000-10000 1050807 Impeller cover seal 14000-16000 1050814 15 Impeller cover 5000-6000-8000-10000 1050838 Impeller cover 14000-16000 1050845 16 Inlet valve 17 Valve locater in part 15 18 Front cage 19 Intake valve switch 20 Intake valve switch screws 21 Outlet cage adaptor seal 22 Outlet cage adaptor 23 Inlet / outlet lock nut seal 1050821 24 Inlet / outlet lock nut 25 11/2- 11/4” - 1” - 3/4” multi Hosetail
pond pump
for filters and waterfalls

PUMP - LIFT CHART
FORCE-HYBRID PUMP FLOW RATE IN LITRES/HOUR
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FORCE-HYBRID PUMP
Flow is given as optimum rate
Technical Specification and Performance
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FORCE-HYBRID PUMP
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No. Part Description Spare Code 1 11/2” - 11/4” - 1” - 3/4” multi Hosetail
2 Inlet / outlet lock nut 3 Inlet / outlet lock nut seal 4 Ball valve 5 Flow control valve handle
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FORCE-HYBRID - INLINE FLOW CONTROL VALVE EXPLODED
Realistic flow rate when installed and running through pipe work, filter and a waterfall.
5.0m 714
4.5m 976 1,601 1,871
4.0m 1,010 1,989 2,784 3,176
3.5m 2,017 3,001 3,852 4,764
3.0m 817 3,011 3,878 5,171 5,523
2.5m 790 1,382 3,900 4,410 6,799 7,089
2.0m 1,690 2,511 4,490 5,342 8,010 8,980
1.5m 2,848 3,278 5,270 6,171 9,070 10,017
1.0m 3,210 4,017 6,000 7,296 10,365 12,170
0.5m 3,650 4,926 6,390 8,001 11,834 13,076
0.0m 4,210 5,500 7,000 8,804 12,800 14,000
MODEL 5000 6000 8000 10000 14000 16000
Cable Fitted 10m 10m 10m 10m 10m 10m
Voltage 230V 230V 230V 230V 230V 230V
Hertz 50Hz 50Hz 50Hz 50Hz 50Hz 50Hz
Watts 80W 106W 140W 192W 256W 296W
Safety Rating IPX8 IPX8 IPX8 IPX8 IPX8 IPX8
Max Flow
4210 ltr/hr 5500 ltr/hr 7000 ltr/hr 8804 ltr/hr 12800 ltr/hr 14000 ltr/hr
927 gal/hr 1210 gal/hr 1540 gal/hr 1936 gal/hr 2815 gal/hr 3079 gal/hr
Maximum Lift 2.75m 3.5m 4.2m 4.8m 4.5m 5.25m
9’ 11’5” 13'9” 15’8” 14’9” 17’2”
MODEL 5000 6000 8000 10000 14000 16000
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Electrical installation
The power supply must meet the specifications on the product.
The pump is intended to be used with either a weather-proof
cable connector or connected by means of a plug and socket.
The cores in the supply cable are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Brown = Live, Blue = Neutral, Green/Yellow = Earth.
The electric cable is permanently connected and sealed in the motor body.
If the supply cable is damaged the pump must not be used.
Do not use the supply cable to lift the pump as this may cause damage.
WARNING - THIS PUMP MUST BE EARTHED
A Residual Current Device (RCD), also know as the Residual Current
Circuit Breaker (RCCB), with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA
must be installed in the supply circuit. A means of disconnection from the
supply having a contact separation of at least 3mm in all poles must be
incorporated in the fixed wiring.
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: If this product is installed using a Blagdon Powersafe armoured garden
power supply fitted with a flexible lead to a three pin plug, in conjunction with
a circuit breaker as recommended. It would not therefore be deemed to be a
permanent part of the house wiring and would not fall within the scope of Part P of
the building regulations. However if the product is wired directly into a fixed wiring
spur, it will fall under part P of the building regulations and must be installed by a
qualified electrician or in consultation with a building control officer.
ELECTRICAL STANDARDS STATE THAT:
• All outdoor power supplies must be protected by a circuit breaker.
• All outdoor electrical components must comply with outdoor weatherproof
safety standards.
INSTALLATION
For permanent installations to the mains supply, it is necessary to conform to the
regulations of the local electricity authority and this would include the use of a metal
or plastic conduit to protect the cable.
Attention has been drawn to the fact that special rules may exist concerning the
installation of your pond pump (i.e. local building regulations). These pumps must
not be used in swimming pools, or areas where people are in contact with the water.
Always disconnect and isolate the mains electricity supply whilst the equipment
is being installed, repaired, maintained or handled. Consult a qualified electrician
if in any doubt about wiring this product to the main supply.
Warning - The Force-Hybrid pump is provided with a thermal cut out
that temporarily switches off the pump in case of overheating and
the pump may automatically restart.
Locating your Force-Hybrid Pump
The Force-Hybrid pump should be located on a firm and level base in the pond/water
feature in a depth of at least 15cm, but no more than 3m.
Water Feature / Filter / Waterfall
Depending on water feature to be supplied, your pump can be used with
11/2” 1/4” 1” 1/2” hose fitting. Hose clips should be used to secure hose.
Tip: The larger 11/2” hose fitting will give maximum pump flow performance.
• Ensure pipe work is not blocked, leaking or is laid so that it gets crushed
or kinked.
• Keep the height that water is to be pumped from the water surface (called
Head) to a minimum. The higher the head the lower the flow rate and the
more wear on the pump.
• Use the largest diameter, smoothest bore pond hose over the shortest
distance and keep hose fittings to a minimum. This removes frictional loss
of flow and so increases pump flow rates.
Also see the explanatory diagram on page 2.
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Blagdon Force-Hybrid Pumps are centrifugal pumps with a magnetic impeller
movement driven by a watertight asynchronous motor. They require minimum
cleaning, only periodic cleaning of the pre-filter cage and impeller is necessary.
Monthly Maintenance/Opening the cage
Remove cage and impeller cover, wash all parts thoroughly with fresh water.
Warning - Failure to carry out routine maintenance leaving the pump
under reduced or no flow conditions for long periods (i.e. blocked
outlet, pipework filter cage) will result in a shorter pump life and will
invalidate the guarantee.
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Annual Maintenance/Removing the impeller
First follow the Monthly Maintenance/Opening the cage steps.
Remove the impeller and wash all parts thoroughly with fresh water.
Dismantle pump and examine all parts for wear or damage, replacing any parts that
show obvious wear and/or damage. (See getting to know your pump for parts/
description and replacement parts codes.) Particular care should be taken to examine
the cable entry point and the cable; if there is any sign of damage the pump should be
discarded.
Winter Storage
The pump can be run in the pond during the winter but care should be taken to
ensure that it is fully immersed and cannot freeze solid. If the pump is not used
during the winter, follow annual maintenance procedure and store frost-free in the
house or garage until spring.
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Turn both locks to
unlock position
Turn impeller cover
anti-clockwise to open
Depress button
Remove the two pump
locating screws
Pull out the motor from the back page
Remove the impeller and wash
all parts in clean water
Remove the four impeller
chamber screws
Remove valve
locater
Pull
firmly
apart
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Problem
Low flow from pump
1. Follow monthly cleaning procedure if no improvement.
2. Follow annual cleaning procedure.
3. Ensure pipe work is not blocked, leaking or is laid so that it gets crushed or kinked.
4. Keep the height that water is to be pumped from the water surface (called Head)
to a minimum. The higher the head the lower the flow rate and the more wear
on the pump.
5. Use the largest diameter, smoothest bore pond hose over the shortest distance
and keep hose fittings to a minimum. This removes frictional loss of flow and so
increases pump flow rates.
No flow from pump
1. Check power supply is on.
2. Check fuse and wiring (SEE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION).
3. Follow low flow procedure as above.
4. If the pump has overheated the thermal overload will temporarily switch
off the pump.
If none of the above works contact Interpet (Blagdon) Consumer Advice Department
(See Faults problem procedure Page 13).
TROUBLESHOOTING
This product is guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for 3 years from
the date of purchase, under normal usage. The guarantee DOES NOT APPLY in case
of improper use, negligence, lack of maintenance or accidental damage either to the
pump or to the impeller or impeller shaft.
If the pump fails due to a manufacturing fault within this period it will be either repaired
or replaced free of charge. Liability is limited to replacement of the faulty product only,
no other costs will be reimbursed.
This guarantee is not transferable and does not affect your statutory rights.
This guarantee does not confer any rights other than those expressly set out above.
Excludes the impeller, which may require replacing if worn. If any parts need replacing,
spares are available from your retailer.
Before returning your Blagdon pump to your dealer or contacting our Consumer Advice
Department, please carry out the following steps.
This will solve most problems quickly and easily.
1. Ensure electrical procedure has been followed fully. Check fuse and any cable
connectors/switch boxes. NOTE: If the pump has overheated the thermal overload will
temporarily switch off the pump.
2. (a) Follow routine maintenance and check pump. (b) Follow monthly maintenance
and check pump. (c) Follow troubleshooting guide. (d) Follow annual maintenance guide.
3. Return pump to point of purchase for inspection and advice.
(You may need proof of purchase).
Consumer Advice contact details
Interpet (Blagdon) Consumer Advice Department
Vincent Lane, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3YX
Telephone: [phone]
(Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm except Bank Holidays - Times may vary)
Fax: [phone] E-mail: [email protected]
GUARANTEE
You can help protect the environment. Please remember to respect the local regulations:
hand in the non-working electrical equipments to an appropriate waste disposal centre.
ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY DISPOSAL
FAULTS - PROBLEMS PROCEDURE
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