PondMAX Evo II series User manual

PS300 IN-POND
SKIMMER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DATE
JUN 2018 v1.0
MODEL
PS300
888.868.1185
[email protected]
www.pondmax.com
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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF PONDMAX™.
YOU MADE THE RIGHT CHOICE INVESTING IN THIS
QUALITY PRODUCT. THANK YOU AND ENJOY.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS
The PondMAX In-Pond Skimmer has been manufactured with the best quality components for your pond or water
feature. Visit our website to view our range of pond filtration, pumps, outdoor/ underwater lighting, water treatments
and other general pond accessories.
• Easy to install and maintain
• Durable ABS plastic design - provides longevity.
• Telescoping design adjusts to different depths
• Self-adjusting floating sleeve-allows up to 6” of water
level fluctuation
• Great for retrofit applications- no need to cut liner
• Large receptacle base for weighting down
• Stepped hosetail fitting-allow you to adapt to a variety
of hose sizes
DESCRIPTION PS300
POND SURFACE AREA, MAX. (SQ.FT) 300
MINIMUM FLOW RATE (GPH) 1,500
MAXIMUM FLOW RATE (GPH) 4,000
MINIMUM WATER DEPTH (INCH) 22
MAXIMUM WATER DEPTH (INCH) 36
STEPPED HOSETAIL SIZE (INCH) 1 / 1.25 / 1.5
OUTLET Ø MALE PIPE THREAD (INCH) 1.5
FLOATING SLEEVE WATER LEVEL
FLUCTUATION CAPACITY (INCH) 6
PRODUCT ORDER CODE 23PS300
BENEFITS
The PondMAX PS300 In-Pond Skimmer effectively removes leaves and other floating debris from the pond surface.
The PS300 skimmer will automatically adjust to changes in water level (up to 6”), making it the ideal choice for
anyone that may experience water loss or gain throughout the year.
The PS300 is also an ideal solution for those who have no existing skimmer, but would like the added benefits of
one. This is accomplished by placing the skimmer in the water in desired location and weighing it down to the pond
bottom. There is no need to cut the liner or modify the structural integrity of the pond. The PS300 is truly a great
choice for anyone who wants a simple solution for their pond skimming needs.
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PS300 IN-POND
SKIMMER
• Any damage to the equipment or unmerited operation
can potentially bring dangers to the surrounding
precincts. If there is any damage of the equipment, it
must not to be used. The equipment should be placed
out of reach of children.
• For your own safety, completely disconnect all
electrical appliances working in conjunction with
skimmer (e.g. pump, UVC), before any maintenance
of equipment is attempted on/in the body of water.
Always unplug the pump from the power supply
when not in use.
•Do not operate the skimmer if any components of the
system have been damaged. Check skimmer and all
components for defects regularly.
• Consult with a PondMAX authorized dealer or place of
purchase, if a fault occurs. Regular maintenance is not
considered a repair (e.g. cleaning basket is required
by user).
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read the operating instructions and familiarize yourself with the equipment before placing
it in service. Correct and safe use of the system requires strict compliance with these safety
instructions.
For safety reasons persons less than 16 years of age or persons that are not familiar with these
instructions, should not use this equipment.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFEGUARDS
• The PS300 Skimmer is designed to be used specifically in garden pond
applications. It is not to be used in any other manner or purpose. Do not use
the skimmer in, or in conjunction with, any chemicals such as a solvent or
gasoline or flammable gases.
• To avoid any unnecessary movement, it is recommend that the Skimmer be
weighted down by placing stones or bricks in the receptacle base.
• The Skimmer is equipped with a removable debris basket. The basket needs
to be cleaned regularly to prevent the skimmer becoming clogged, causing
the skimmer to not skim surface of pond properly. In the event of neglect,
product malfunction is not warrantable.
• As with all pond skimmers or similar products, wear and tear will inevitably
occur over time. PondMAX offers all original parts and accessories for this
unit. Check the exploded view later in these instructions to identify any parts
you may need.
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PRODUCT ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
1. FIRST ASSEMBLE FITTING
ONTO THE BASE OF
SKIMMER.
3. NOW ASSEMBLE CENTER
PIPE ONTO THE BASE OF
SKIMMER.
2. NEXT ASSEMBLE CENTER PIPE
TOGETHER AND PLACE DEBRIS
BASKET AND FLOATING SLEEVE
INTO POSITION.
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PS300 IN-POND
SKIMMER
4. ONCE FULLY ASSEMBLED, PLACE THE SKIMMER IN DESIRED LOCATION
WITHIN POND (AT A DEPTH BETWEEN 22”- 36”). MAKE SURE TO PLACE ON A
FLAT SURFACE, USE SMALL ROCKS TO LEVEL IF NEEDED.
5. NEXT WEIGHT DOWN THE
SKIMMER BY PLACING ROCKS,
BRICKS OR PIECES OF CONCRETE
IN BASE RECEPTACLE, TO HOLD
THE SKIMMER IN PLACE.
6. LAST, CONNECT SKIMMER TO A PUMP USING
FLEXIBLE OR HARD PVC PIPE (NOT INCLUDED). ONCE
THE PLUMBING IS IN PLACE AND SECURELY FASTENED,
GO AHEAD AND TURN THE PUMP ON.
NOTE: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE PUMP FLOW IS WITHIN THE
SKIMMER SPECIFICATIONS (SEE “TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS”
AT BEGINNING OF THIS MANUAL).
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13 12 11
10 98
7
6
5
4
2
1
3
3
REF. DESCRIPTION PART CODE
1FLOATING SLEEVE 31SK300
2DEBRIS BASKET 31SK301
3CENTER PIPE (TOP) 31SK302
4COUPLING NUT 31SK303
5COUPLING GASKET 31SK304
6CENTER PIPE (BOTTOM) 31SK305
7PIVOTING JOINT 31SK306
8PIVOT JOINT NUT 31SK307
9RECEPTACLE BASE 31SK308
10 REDUCER BUSHING (MPT X FPT)
31SK30911 HOSETAIL NUT & O-RING
12 PIVOTING STEPPED OUTLET
13 SCH. 40 ADAPTER W/ LOCKING NUT
1½” SLIP 31PS279
IMPORTANT
These accessories and attachments are recommended for use with
your PondMAX product specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons.
Only use the accessory or attachment for its stated purpose.
EXPLODED VIEW
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Make sure to unplug power to pump prior to performing maintenance on the Skimmer or any of its accessories.
We recommend general maintenance of the unit every 1-2 weeks (more or less depending on circumstance).
The PS300 In-Pond Skimmer is equipped with a debris basket located under the floating sleeve, which needs to be
removed and manually cleaned on a regular basis.
Do this by simply pulling the floating sleeve up and off of the Skimmer center pipe. Next grab the debris basket and
remove as well.
Once off the Skimmer, go ahead and manually remove any debris that has collected in basket using your hand. If needed
rinse the basket in bucket of pond water or with garden hose. Reassemble in reverse order.
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PS300 IN-POND
SKIMMER
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM REASON SOLUTION
SKIMMER NOT
WORKING
No Power to Pump that
Operates Skimmer
Check that the plug on pump is connected
securely to power point and confirm that
power point is working correctly.
Debris Basket Clogged Clean debris from basket.
Plumbing Damaged or Not
Connected
Inspect the entire length of the plumbing
configuration between pump and skimmer, to check
for cuts or damage. Replace plumbing or reattach.
Pump Not Producing Enough
Flow
Check that the pump is sized correctly (per
Skimmer specifications). Also check that
nothing is blocking the flow.
SKIMMER WORKING
INTERMITTINGLY
Plumbing Damaged or Not
Connected
Inspect the entire length of the plumbing
configuration between pump and skimmer, to check
for cuts or damage. Replace plumbing or reattach.
Debris Basket Clogged Clean debris from basket.
Defective Pump
Check that the pump is working continuously
and confirm the power point is working
correctly.
Pump Not Producing Enough
Flow
Check that the pump is free of any blockage
and that the pump is sized correctly (per
Skimmer specifications).
SKIMMER WORKING
WITH MINIMAL
SKIMMING ACTION
Failing Pump
Check that the pump is working continuously
and confirm the power point is working
correctly.
Pump Not Producing Enough
Flow
Check that the pump is free of any blockage
and that the pump is sized correctly (per
Skimmer specifications).
Debris Basket Clogged Clean debris from basket.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
THIS PRODUCT IS WARRANTED TO THE INITIAL PURCHASER TO BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN
MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURE WORKMANSHIP AT THE TIME OF INITIAL PURCHASE AND FOR A
PERIOD OF 2 YEARS AFTER. SOME PARTS ARE CONSUMABLE (E.G. DEBRIS BASKET, ETC.) AND MAY
NEED TO BE REPLACED AS PART OF ONGOING PRODUCT MAINTENANCE AND ARE NOT COVERED
BY THIS WARRANTY. IN THE EVENT THIS UNIT MALFUNCTIONS WITHIN 2 YEARS FROM THE DATE
OF PURCHASE, THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF PONDMAX (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS PONDMAX)
WILL BE TO REPAIR THE UNIT OR REPLACE WITH AN EQUIVALENT NEW OR FACTORY REFURBISHED
UNIT AT PONDMAX’S DISCRETION, SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:
• The malfunction is proved attributable to a defect
in materials or manufacture workmanship, including
repairs performed under this warranty. Malfunction
for any other reason including but not limited to
misuse, negligence, accident, or tampering with
parts, incorrect wiring, or improper installation-will
not be remedied under this warranty.
• PondMAX specifically does not guarantee chemical
compatibility, and expressly does not warrant units
from any problems caused by chemical attack or
failure due to incompatibility of fluid used near this
aeration system.
• All warranty repairs must be performed by
PondMAX or a PondMAX authorized company.
• Purchaser must retain the purchase receipt and
present it with this certificate as proof of ownership
and entitlement to warranty repairs. Unauthorized
repairs will not be compensated by PondMAX, and
are not the responsibility of PondMAX, and if such
repairs damage the product, such damages are not
remedied under this warranty.
• Purchaser shall bear all onsite labor, shipping,
packing and insurance costs and all other costs,
excluding in house labor and parts necessary to
effectuate repairs under this warranty.
• This warranty is in lieu of all other express
warranties which now or hereafter might otherwise
arise with respect to this product. Any and all
limited warranties, including the warranties of
merchantability and fitness for particular purpose,
shall have no greater duration than the duration
period of the express written warranty applicable to
this product, and shall terminate automatically the
expiration of such duration period.
• Some states do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation
may not apply to you. No action shall be brought
for breach of any implied or express warranty
after one year subsequent to the expiration of the
duration period of the express written warranty.
• Incidental and consequential damages caused by
malfunction, defect, or otherwise, and with respect
to breach of any express or implied warranty, are
not the responsibility of PondMAX, and, to the
extent permitted by law, are hereby excluded for
property damage, loss of livestock and, to the
extent not unconscionable, for personal injury
damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.
• This warranty does not apply to any malfunction
arising out of any application of this product
other than normal use, unless such application is
upon request specifically approved in writing by
PondMAX.
• The provisions of this warranty are severable
and if any provision shall be deemed invalid, the
remaining provisions shall remain in full force and
effect.
• Rights under this warranty are not assignable
without the express prior consent in writing by
PondMAX and, regardless of the terms of such
consent in writing, such assignee shall have
no greater rights than his assignor had against
PondMAX.
Please consult your retailer for quality original PondMAX replacement parts.
Visit www.pondmax.com for your nearest stockists.
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