Lotus Maximus EVO Series User manual

LOTUS Maximus EVO
Pump Instructions
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
NEUTRAL = BLUE N
EARTH = GREEN & YELLOW
LIVE = BROWN L
The pump comes complete with 10 mtrs of 3 core cable, however, should any additional cable be
required then the use of an approved waterproof cable connector is essential.
lThe power supply must be protected by a residue circuit device (RCD), earthed and fused at 3
amps.
lRegularly inspect the cable for damage and deterioration
lFor permanent installation to the mains supply, it is necessary to comply with the regulations
of the Local Electricity Authority.
lConsult a qualified electrician if in doubt about any aspects of wiring.
SAFETY
lYou must disconnect the mains electricity supply before attempting any installation/maintenance or
handlingofanykind.
lThepumpshouldneverberundryasthiswillcausetheunittooverheatanddamageit.
lDonotattempttomodifythisunitinanywayandonlyusetherecommendedpartsforreplacement.
lDonotplaceinliquidsotherthanwater.
lAllconnectionsmustbeEarthed.
lDonotconnecttoanyvoltageotherthanthatstatedonthepump.
lDonotuseinwaterabove90°f/30°C.
INSTALLATION
The pump should be sited on a firm base, raised from the bottom of the pond. Connect a suitable length
and diameter of hose pipe. If using the optional Air Mix system, ensure the air line is attached to the front
of the rotor housing leading through the front of the cage, and the other end is secured out of the water
allowing air to be drawn in.
Please Keep Instructions
for Future Reference.
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Figure 1.
Release retaining Catch
by lifting part ‘A’.
Figure 2.
Pull pump cage apart as shown in diagram
and remove pump - Please note notch for
cable in cage for relocating the cable during
re-assembly.
Make sure Catch ‘A’ is not pushed all the
way to the top as this will interfere with the
opening and closing of the cage.
Retaining catch
‘A’
Figure 3.
Twist the rotor housing 1/4 turn
anticlockwise to access rotor.
Remove rotor for cleaning or
inspection.
Please clean
if dirty or
replace if
damaged.
A
Rotor Housing
Air Mix Inlet
Optional Air
Mix Airline
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Guarantee
Your Maximus Evo pump is guaranteed against failure due to defective workmanship
or material for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase. Failure caused by
accidental damage, misuse, neglect or used in liquids other than cold water are
excludedfromthisguarantee.Ifafailureoccursduringthisperiod,apurchasereceipt
must be returned with the unit which will be repaired or replaced. The company can
notacceptanyadditionalclaimsorconsequentiallosses.
THISGUARANTEEDOESNOTAFFECTYOURSTATUTORYRIGHTS.
THISUNITISMADEINTHEE.CANDCONFORMSTOCEREGULATIONS
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Dealers Stamp:
At regular intervals dependant on individual water conditions it will be necessary to carry out the
following maintenance program.
Pull pump cage apart as shown in figure 2. and remove pump - Please note notch for cable in cage for
relocatingthecableduringre-assembly.
Twisttherotorhousing1/4turnanticlockwisetoaccessrotor.
Important:- Disconnect the mains electricity supply before attempting any maintenance work.
Maintenance and cleaning (see fig 1, 2 & 3 overleaf).
1. Followthesesafetyinstructions.Makesurethatthepumpisdisconnectedfromthemainssupply.
2. Releasetheretainingcatchsituatedunderthehandleofthepump.
3.
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6. Removetherotor frommotorhousing.
7. Cleanallpartsusingwaterandsoftsponge.
8. Oncecleaned,reassemble thepumpandplacebackintothecage.Makesurethe cableisinsertedinthe
cutout notch before closing the cage and reattach the catch ‘A’. Ensure the pump is submerged before
switchingon.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
lYou must disconnect the mains electricity supply before attempting any installation or handling of any
kind.
lNeverrunthepumpoutofwaterorwithouttheoutercasingattached,asthiswilldamagethepump.
lDonotattempttopullthepumpoutofthewaterbyit’selectricalsupplycable.
lRegularlyinspectthepumpandcableforanysignsofdamage.
POINTS TO REMEMBER
Disposal of your old product Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality material and
components, which can be recycled and reused. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a
product, it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/976/EC. Please contact your local
authorityaboutcorrectdisposalforelectricalandelectronicequipment.
Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household
waste. The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environmentandhumanhealth.
Spare parts for Maximus EVO
800
1500
2500
4000
6000
Spare Parts
Rotor
MER800
MER1500
MER2500
MER4000
MER6000
Fountain Kits - (Waterbell and Daisy)
MEF800
MEF1500
MEF2500
MEF4000
MEF6000
O-Rings
MEO1500
MEO2500
MEO4000
MEO6000
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Twist top of jet to
adjust Dome/Bell
fountain.
Push jets onto
extending riser pipe.
Extend riser pipe
to desired
fountain height.
Knurled markings on
fountain riser pipe.
Push riser pipe into
‘T’ Piece & Flow Adjuster.
Push fountain assembly into
the top of the pump.
Nb. Please ensure that
the fountain assembly is
assembled in this way, taking
into account that the knurled
markings are placed at the
bottom please see the diagram (left).
Only one end of the riser pipe assembly
is adjustable.
Twist ‘T’ Piece and Flow
Adjuster to increase or
decrease flow to side
outlet.
Maximus Evo 800 Fountain Assembly Instructions
Dome
Fountain Bell Fountain
Interchangeable Heads:
Simply unscrew the fitted
head and re-install the
desired option.
21 Hole
1 Stage Jet
33 Hole
2 Stage Jet
Optional jets supplied
can be used instead
of the dome or bell jets
Fountain jet
control valve
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+
-
+
Screw into the top
of the pump’s outlet
Side outlet
control valve
‘T’ piece &
flow adjuster
Interchangeable
Fountain Jet Option
-
+
-
+
Adjustable
fountain top
Top removable
for cleaning
Maximus Evo 1500 - 6000
Fountain Assembly
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