Polario 4 ML Installation and operation manual

WARNING! Buyer/user assumes all responsibility
for safety and proper use not in accordance with
the directions and safety labels.
Drip Loop
GFCI
ONLY
YES
NO
Drip Loop
UL Listed
Transformer
UL Listed
Transformer
Controller
Controller
Drip Loop
6 ft.
5 ft.
6 ft.
5 ft.
3 ft.
GFCI
ONLY
GFCI
ONLY
4ML
7ML & 10ML
GFCI
ONLY
GFCI
ONLY
4ML
21 3 4
1110-11
7-10ML
6
5
7
10
9
9
8
FUSE
1a. Back Plate
123
4 75 6
WARNINGS AND SAFEGUARDS
Before installation of the Polario™, read and follow these impor tant Warnings and Safeguards.
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and or bir th defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hand after
handling this product.
It is your sole responsibilities to verify that the plug and the receptacle are
clean and free of moisture and salt build up at all times. The receptacle
must be free of water, salt, calcium, magnesium and dust. Failure to do so
can cause fire, damage to property, permanent damage to the product and
personal injury not limited to loss of life.
Do not plug into extension cord/power strip.
A drip loop must be used when plugging all electrical aquarium devices. A drip
loop is that part of the cord hanging below the receptacle.
The national code requires that a GFCI (Ground fault circuit interrupter) be
used in the branch circuit supplying all power to water pumps and electrical
aquarium equipment. If you do not have a GFCI, have an electrician install
one prior to operating any aquarium component.
POLARIO
• Do not mount controller or transformer where it will come in contact with moisture or water.
• Never plug Polario™ into any other power supply.
• Do not mount the controller or transformer inside the stand.
• Do not operate the pump out of water.
• Do not put your hands or fingers in the propeller well.
• Intended for indoor use only.
• Mount the controller above the aquarium.
• If the controller or transformer comes in contact with water, do not reach for it. Disconnect power
first, then retrieve.
• Prior to maintenance on any electrical aquarium appliance or maintenance to the aquarium, you
4ML, 7ML & 10ML
FEATURE
TURBINE DUAL ACTION
RANDOM FLOW WATER
PATENT PENDING
• Energy efficient, high flow low voltage water pump
• Bi-directional outputs to simulate natural wave and
currents of the ocean
• Pre-set random flow and alternating outputs
• Random flow rates from approximately 600 GPH to
2600 GPH (2,300LPH to 10,000LPH) depending on
the model
• 360° degree directional pump mounting bracket with
magnet mount
must disconnect all electrical aquarium devices.
• Routine maintenance is required to ensure the maximum performance and the longevity of the
Polario™ water pump. See maintenance guidelines.
• The use of a computer grade surge suppressor is strongly recommended.
• Always use the large strainers to prevent small fish, anemones, and/or small inver tebrates from
entering the pump.
• If the controller or transformer comes in contact with water or moisture, the warranty is void!
• If the Polario™ is used with any other power supply, the warranty is void!
MAGNET MOUNT ! DANGER !
• Very strong magnet! Not a toy! Keep out of reach of children! Failure to do so will cause serious
injury and/or permanent damage to your aquarium.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Due to the strength of the magnets, they will attract other metals or magnets with force. When
installing or handling magnets, there must not be any other magnets or metals in close proximity to
the magnet holders. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
• Keep away from devices sensitive to magnetic fields, such as pacemakers, data carriers, credit
cards, electronic equipment and medical devices. Failure to do so may result in permanent
damage to such devices.
• Never allow magnets to snap together.
• Always handle magnets one at a time. Once separated keep a minimum of 12in (30cm) apart.
• Hold magnets only by the sides. Never get your fingers or hands bet ween the contact surfaces.
• When using as an algae cleaner, keep the algae pad free of any abrasive materials to avoid any
damage to the aquarium.
Note: magnets are ver y strong and will attract other metals and magnets that will embed themselves
in the algae pad, thus damaging the aquarium.
TECHNICAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT
Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm PST
[phone] ext. 102, e-mail: [e-mail]
DIRECTIONS FOR INSTALLING
Read and follow all warning and safeguards!
1. Choose a location for the pump
2. Install magnet mount
a.Read all warnings! Handle this product with care,
failure to do so will cause injury, damage to the
aquarium and or livestock.
b.Choose desired position of magnetic holder
c.Separate the magnet holders by twisting units apart
d.Place the magnet in the desired position in the
aquarium, verify that the magnet is flat on the glass
e.Place the pump and magnet flat on the inside glass
and slide the inner magnet until they engage.
3. Mount and secure the controller in an area that is dry,
will stay dry and away from the aquarium.
4. Mount and secure the transformer in an area that is dry,
will stay dry and away from the aquarium.
5. Plug pump into the transformer
6. Connect the transformer to the controller
7. While the unit is in the off position plug in transformer
directly to a GFCI outlet
8. Turn unit ON.
PART LIST
1. Strainers
2. Main Pump Housing
3. Ceramic Shaft
4. Propeller
5. 4x rubber tension bands
6. 360°degree mounting bracket
7. Magnet mount
8. Fuse
9. Controller
10. Transformer
11. Receptable plug
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Part Number Description
3-4 PolarioTM 4ML Propeller
3-4 PolarioTM 7ML-10ML Propeller
MAINTENANCE:
It is the utmost importance to clean and maintain the pump monthly. Remove
the strainers to access the propeller. Remove the propeller which should slide
off the motor easily. Now reinstall and verify that the propeller rotates easily
around the motor. If the propeller binds or there is too much drag created: the
motor, propeller and ceramic shaft need to be cleaned well. These high speed
motors attract calcium build up, let the pump soak in a water/vinegar solution
for a minimum of 1 hour. (3 parts water to 1 part vinegar) Then clean well with
a small brush. If the pump has not been maintained on a regular basis or if
high amount of calcium is added this process may be needed to be repeated.
If there is any noticeable damage to the propeller replace immediately.
Verify the intake strainers are free and clean of all debris at all times
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Controller will not power up and/or pump will not turn on: It is imperative to
keep the pump clean and well maintained to ensure the pump is in good
working order and the propeller and strainer clean at all times, failure to do so
will cause the 4 ML, 7 ML and 10 ML controller to shut down. At that time the
fuse will have to be replaced.
SOLUTION:
1. Turn off the unit and unplug the transformer
2. Remove the back plate of the controller (1a).
3. Locate fuse and with a flat head screwdriver remove the blown fuse
4. Replace 1.6 amp fast blow fuse for 4ML and 2.5 amp fast blow fuse for
7ML and 10ML.
5. Install back plate of the unit.
6. Verify that the impeller is clean and free of all debris, the pump is placed
back into the aquarium and that the strainers are free of all debris.
7. Restart the unit.

GFCI
ONLY
Drip Loop
Controller
UL Listed
Transformer
Mini Sun Moon Light
(Optional part)
1 1
7
89
10
11 12 13 14
15
16
3 6
45
2
YES
NO
8910
11 12 13
the screen will now read 15 and the blue/second LED will be lit. If set on the LEFT or
RIGHT setting, the screen, will not be lit and pump will run continually.
13. Press the SET button until the desired time parameter is set. (a) Blue LED is
seconds. (b) Yellow LED is minutes
14. Once the desired time is set. Press the ENTER button.
15. To change time, press the SET button to desired set time and then press the ENTER
button.
16. When feeding, press the desired feeding time 8 or 16 minutes.
Note: Polario™ pumps are equipped with an automatic safety SHUT-OFF.
If the pump is on and is removed from water, it will automatically shut off. To reset, secure the pump
back on the magnet mount, then turn controller OFF then ON to reset.
MAINTENANCE:
It is the utmost importance to clean and maintain the pump monthly. Remove the Large intake strainers
and the endcaps to access the propeller. Remove the propeller which should slide off the motor easily.
Now reinstall and verify that the propeller rotates easily around the motor. If the propeller binds or there
is too much drag created: the motor, propeller and ceramic shaft need to be cleaned well. These high
speed motors attract calcium build up, let the pump soak in a water/vinegar solution for a minimum of
1 hour. (3 parts water to 1 par t vinegar) Then clean well with a small brush. If the pump has not been
maintained on a regular basis or if high amount of calcium is added this process may be needed to be
repeated. If there is any noticeable damage to the propeller replace immediately.
Verify the intake strainers are free and clean of all debris
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Controller will not power up and/or pump will not turn on: It is imperative to keep the pump clean and well
maintained to ensure the pump is in good working order and the impeller and strainer clean at all times,
failure to do so will cause the 15 ML & 22 ML controller to shut down until the problem or problems are
rectified. At that time the unit may just go to default setting where as the controller is plugged in and the
green transformer light will be on however the controller will not power up or may power up for just a
few seconds then shut down. In some instances the controller’s fuse has blown in addition to going to
default setting. Replace fuse with a 22ML 3.5a/250v and 15ML 3.5a/250v slow blow fuse.
SOLUTION:
1. Check all intake strainers verifying that they are free of all debris.
2. Remove the Large intake strainers and the endcaps to access the propeller. Verify that there is not
anything blocking the propellers rotation.
3. Remove the Large intake strainers and the endcaps to access the propeller. Remove the propeller
it should slide off the motor easily. Now reinstall and verify that the propeller rotates easily around
the motor. If the propeller binds or there is too much drag created: the motor, propeller and ceramic
shaft need to be cleaned well. These high speed motors attract calcium build up, let the pump soak
in a water/vinegar solution for a minimum of 1 hour. (3 parts water to 1 part vinegar) Then clean
well with a small brush. If the pump has not been maintained on a regular basis or if high amount of
calcium is added this process may be needed to be repeated. If there is any noticeable damage to
the propeller replace.
15ML & 22ML
FEATURE
TURBINE DUAL ACTION
PROGRAMMABLE AQUA PUMP
• Energy efficient, high flow low voltage water pump
• Bi-directional outputs to simulate natural wave and
current actions of the ocean
• Variable time and output settings
• Flow rates up to 5,500GPH/22,000LPH
(on selected models)
• Single or dual outputs
• Preset feeding settings at 8 and 16 min.
• Magnet mount Included to secure pump
• Pre-programmed in all settings to gradually
Increase flow
• In “Auto” mode, pump initially alternates 15 sec.,
left and right
• The alternating water currents can be set to switch
every 15 sec. to 30 min.
• Mini sun moon light adapter included
• 16 volt UL listed transformer included
PART LIST
1. Couplers
2. Propeller
3. Large strainers
4. Main pump housing
5. Endcaps
6. Water diverters
7. Controller
8. Magnet Mount
9. Pump extension
10. O-Ring
11. Power supply connection
12. Pump connection
13. Fuse
14. Mini sun moon light adapter
15. UL listed transformer
16. Transformer power
supply cord
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Part Number Description
2 PolarioTM 15ML Propeller
2 PolarioTM 22ML Propeller
8 PolarioTM 15ML MM300 Magnet Mount
8 PolarioTM 22ML MM500 Magnet Mount
10 PolarioTM O-Ring
15 PolarioTM 15ML UL Listed Transformer
15 PolarioTM 22ML UL Listed Transformer
DIRECTIONS FOR INSTALLING
1. Select the mode on the controller in which the pump will
operate. There are three options: (a) “Auto” or alternating
discharge from left to right. (b) Left. (c) Right.
2. Choose a location for the pump.
3. Attach pump extension to the pump.
4. Install magnet mount: (a) Read all warnings! Handle this
product with care, failure to do so will cause injury and/or
damage to your aquarium. (b) Remove from box.
(c) Choose the desired placement for the magnetic
holder. (d) Separate the magnet holders by twisting units
apart. (e) Place the magnet in the desired location in the
aquarium.The magnet must be flat on the glass.
f. Place the outer magnet flat on the glass and slide it to
the inner magnet until they engage.
5. Attach the pump to the magnet mount.
6. Mount and secure the controller above and away from the
aquarium in an area that is dry and will stay dry.
7. Mount and secure the transformer in an area that is dry
and that will stay dry.
8. Plug the transformer into the controller.
9. Plug the pump into the controller.
10. Set the flow rate. It is recommended to set the flow at low
flow rate then adjust accordingly.
11. While the unit is OFF, plug the transformer into a GFCI
electrical receptacle.
12. Turn the controller ON. If the controller is set on AUTO
SPECIFICATIONS
Item # Watt Pump Size
L x Dia. (Approx.)
Flow Rate (Approx.) Aquarium Size
(Approx.) Output O.D. Transformer Fuse Glass Thickness UPC # 0006760
LPH GPH
4ML 7w 1.9 x 2 in
(4.8 x 5 cm) 2300-4000 600-1000 10-20 Gal. (35-80 Ltr.) 2 in (50 mm)
9v
1.6 amp
fast blow fuse
0.27 in
(7 mm) 1024 2
7ML 23w
2.1 x 2.4 in
(5.4 x 6 cm)
5000-7000 1300-1800 30-50 Gal.
(115-190 Ltr.)
2.4 in (60 mm) 2.5 amp
fast blow fuse
0.7 in
(18 mm)
1025 9
10ML 25w 6000-10000 1500-2600 40-100 Gal.
(150-380 Ltr.) 1026 6
15ML 30w
9.5 x 3in
(24 x 7.7 cm)
12000-15000 3000-3500 50-150 Gal.
(190-570 Ltr.)
2.55 in (65 mm) 16v
3.5 amp
slow blow fuse
0.5 in
(12 mm) 1015 0
22ML 50w 18000-22000 4500-5500 90-250 Gal.
(340-950 Ltr.)
3.5 amp
slow blow fuse
0.75 in
(20 mm) 1016 7
LIMITED WARRANTY
T.A.A. M. Inc.®warrants that the Polario™ is free from defects for a period of six months from the initial date
of purchase shown on the original cash register receipt. T.A.A.M. Inc.®disclaims all other warranties of merchantability
and/or f itness for a particular purpose. Although this limited warranty may give you specif ic rights, you may have other
rights that may vary from state to state. This warranty is void if the failure of the c ontroller or any part, sealant or
component there of is due to (i) misuse, (ii) tampering, (iii) negligence, (iv) misapplic ation, (v) abuse, (vi) accident and/
or (vii) failure to proper ly (a) maintain, (b) clean, (c) keep free from water and moisture and/or use the controller with a
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
CONSUMER REMEDIES
T.A.A. M. Inc.®’s entire liability and your sole and exclusive remedy shall be either repair or replacement
of the Polario™ only if you return the defective unit directly to T.A.A.M. Inc.®with the or iginal receipt in its original box
along with twenty dollars ($20.00) for shipping and handling. Do not send Polario™ by insured mail. You may send
your returns or replacements by UPS if requiring a signature upon arrival. Any replac ed unit will be warranted for the
remaining time of the original warranty period. In no event shall any shipping charges be reimbursed. In no event will
T.A.A .M. Inc.®be liable for any consequential or incidental damages, including but not limited to, lost sea life, personal
injur y, proper ty damage, equipment damage, lost profits, lost wages, lost savings, lost income, etc., arising out of the
use of the Polario™. Some states do not allow for the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential
damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
RETURNS
Please contact our service c enter at [phone] ext. 102 or fax [phone] to arrange repair and/
or replacement. Please allow 4-6 weeks for all returns.
WARRANTY CARD
Please go to our website, to download Warranty Card.
http://www.riopump.net/Resources_folder/Warranty.html
Fill out this warranty card and mail it with PROOF OF PURCHASE
within 15 days of purchase