PondXpert EasyFilter PXEF04500 User manual

EasyFilter
PXPF04500 – PXPF12000 PXPF20000, PXPF30000
UV Biological Pond Filter
Model Power
Rating
Dimensions
Diamtr x hght
Inlet /Outlet
Size
Max Pond
Vol (Ltrs)
Rec
Pump
PXEF04500 7W 270 x 370 12/20/25mm 4,500 PXFP03000
PXEF09000 9W 340 x 440 20/25/32/40mm 9,000 PXFP06000
PXEF12000 11W 340 x 520 20/25/32/40mm 12,000 PXFP08000
PXEF20000 18W 413 x 694 20/25/32/40mm 20,000 PXFP12000
PXEF30000 24W 413 x 694 20/25/32/40mm 30,000 PXFP15000
All UV filters have a rated voltage of 220-240V, 50Hz
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your pondXpert filter Once your filter is connected you
can look forward to many years of healthy pond water
Your filter is pump fed so must be connected to a suitable pond pump in order to work
correctly Ideally a solids-handling pump will be used as this will push dirty waste and
debris into the filter PondXpert filters are carefully inspected and tested to ensure both
safety and operating performance However, failure to follow the instructions and warnings
in the manual may result in product damage and/or serious injury Be sure to read and save
this manual for future reference
General safety Instructions
Read and observe all of the instructions before installing, connecting and operating
Make sure the filter is securely and correctly installed before switching on
Always disconnect the UV when not in use and when carrying out maintenance
Always disconnect all equipment in the pond before starting to handle, maintain, repair or
install any pond equipment
The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance

For safety reasons, servicing or repair of this item should only be carried out by PondXpert
Never hang or carry the pump by the power cord
Do not operate the pump with a damaged cord or plug The supply cord of the appliance
cannot be replaced
If the electrical cord is damaged the product should be scrapped..
Safety and Electrical Connections
This unit is designed for outdoor use only It is weatherproof and should be situated safely
pondside The filter should be sited where it cannot fall into the water or become
waterlogged
NO PAR OF HIS UNI SHOULD EVER BE SUBMERGED IN WA ER.
Direct exposure to UVC light can damage the eyes and skin NEVER look directly at the
UV when switched on The translucent inlet will illuminate showing that the UV is working
Always disconnect all equipment in the pond before starting to handle, maintain, repair or
install any pond equipment
The ultra violet clarifier housed within the filter is electrically operated so great care must be
taken during installation and operation The following electrical and safety guidelines must
be carefully followed
Each filter is supplied with a length of 3 core electrical cable which is permanently
connected to the ultra violet clarifier unit housed inside the filter
The termination to the mains supply should be permanent, inside a dry weatherproof
enclosure, through a double pole switched fused spur with a minimum contact gap of 3mm –
(disconnected) to BS 3676 – and fitted with a 3 or 5 amp fuse
Exposed cable runs should be sensibly positioned, and protected if necessary by armoured
conduit
A 10mA or 30mA Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCD) MUST be fitted to the mains
supply
Permanent installations to the mains supply (hard wiring) must comply with the regulations
of the local electricity authority which may stipulate the use of metal or plastic conduit to
protect the cable
If in any doubt about wiring to the mains supply contact a qualified electrician or your local
electricity authority
The wires in the mains electrical lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
BLUE – Neutral (marked with an “N” in most terminal connections)
BROWN – LIVE (marked with an “L” in most terminal connections)
GREEN/YELLOW – EARTH (marked “E” or in most terminal connections)
1st January 2005 revised Building Regulations for England and Wales
Installing this product in the garden is classified as ‘notifiable’ The
Regulations now require you to tell your local authority building control
department that you intend to install this product before installation Your
local authority will let you know how you can get your installation approved

Protect from frost In cold winter weather (when fish are inactive and algae growth ceases)
the unit may be switched off It should then be drained of water, removed (if possible) from
its installation and stored in a dry, frost-protected area
The supply cable cannot be replaced If the cable is damaged, the unit must be discarded
Directions for use
Installation
Once installed and connected to a suitable pump the pond water will flow through the filter
As this is a ‘Pressure Filter’ the filter is sealed shut meaning the filtered water leaves the
filter still under pressure This means that you have maximum opportunity in positioning
your filter as it can be buried up to it’s hinged lid and below the water exit point
PondXpert filters are pump-fed, external filters with an integral UVC unit
Your filter is supplied with a black hosetail This should be screwed into the threaded filter
inlet Pond hose size 20-40mm (3/4” to 11/2”) can be attached to the inlet hosetail Your
pump and filter outlet should be positioned at opposite ends of the pond to promote
maximum circulation
Cut the inlet hose to the size appropriate to the size of hose you are using Then connect the
hose from your pump to this inlet hosetail and secure with hose clips
The translucent hosetail should be connected to the filter outlet as described above
Maturation of the Filter
Your filter comes complete with mechanical and biological filter media The filter foam acts
as a mechanical barrier to pick up solids whilst the bioball media housed at the bottom of the
unit helps to develop ‘friendly’ bacteria These friendly nitrifying bacteria help to convert
harmful fish waste and other organic waste (ie, ammonia, nitrite) into harmless nitrate This
‘biological maturation’ process usually takes 6-8 weeks It is recommended that you do not
switch on your UVC during this period
Maintenance
As the filter does it’s job the foam filters will block up reducing water flow If the pond is
very dirty then the foams may need cleaning every couple of days or so at first
“Full Clean” Cleaning Procedure:
The filter requires minimum maintenance If your pond is very dirty, initially you may need
to clean the filter every couple of days When the filtering process kicks in your water will
become clearer and there will be less waste to remove The red domed indicator turns
completely red when pressure builds inside the filter suggesting that cleaning is necessary
Switch off any electrical connected to the pond (including the filter itself)
Access to the filter can be gained simply by unlocking the securing clamping bracket around
the rim (locking catches on smaller models) You can then simply lift the lid
Take the foam filters out of the unit and carefully wash away any solids using a bucket of
POND WATER Once clean replace the foams back in position
The bacterial chamber at the bottom of the unit should not be cleaned unless they are highly
contaminated and should only be cleaned with pond water to preserve the microorganisms
that keep your filter biologically active

Quick Easy Clean Backflush
Turn to the ‘clean’ position, the water flow is reversed and exits through the waste outlet
This waste water should run to waste by attachment of a suitable length of hose
The movement of the cleaning handle from ‘work’ to ‘clean’ on PXPF04500 to PXPF12000
PXPF20000 to PXPF30000, triangle graphic on handle set to FILTER’, to clean push handle
down and turn handle round so triangle graphic is at CLEAN’ position
Turn the handle back once the water from the filter runs clear (about 30 seconds)
Note: if water water continues to leak from discharge pipe unscrew the plate on the
underside of the lid and reposition the disc inside – a smear of Vaseline may help the seal
If your filter is ever taken away from the pond (ie-winter storage) then all of the filter media
(foams and biomedia) must be thoroughly cleaned before restarting Your filter will then
need to undergo the ‘maturation’ procedure phase as described above
Note: Take care to ensure rubber O ring is correctly positioned between lid/unit after
opening Failure to do so will lead to leaks (a smear of Vaseline around this ring may help
keep the seal watertight)

Filtration Spares and consumables
The filter is supplied with everything you need to get started (including filter media, UV
bulb and quartz tube for the UV) Over time these parts may need replacing and can be
purchased from your retailer
Periods of operation
Maintain filtration 24 hrs a day through the fish feeding season (typically early March-
October when the water temperature is above 10 degrees C), but preferably all year round
In the winter operating the pump and filter will maintain a background level of friendly
bacteria in the filter and help prevent the pond icing up in all but the severest weather
conditions
Changing the UV Bulb
The UV bulb should be changed at the beginning of every new season The lamp may look
like it is working but the levels of effective UV radiation decrease over time
First disconnect the unit from the electricity supply
At the time of writing access to the bulb in the PXPF04000 could be achieved internally
The larger units required the screws to be removed from the housing on the lid dome If you
are having problems please call 01642 370888 for advice
Remove the UV bulb by gently pulling out of the electrical connection
Insert a new UV bulb by gently pushing into the electrical connection then reassemble
Limited Warranty
This product is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase for material
or manufacturing defects The guarantee covers the substitution of defective parts However,
the guarantee is considered null and void in the case of improper use, improper handling or
negligence on the part of the buyer The UV bulb is not guaranteed If your pondXpert filter
fails please take it back to the retail outlet from where it was purchased You will be
required to provide your receipt/proof of purchase This does not affect your statutory rights
PondXpert
A3 Bentley Avenue
Billingham
TS23 4BU
UK 01642 370888 www pondxpert co uk
Your appliance
contains valuable
materials which can
be recovered or
recycled Leave it at
a local civic waste
collection point
PXPF20000/30
000 is easy to
access and
change – but be
careful when
lifting out as
bulb can
displace easily
Smaller models
require
removal of four
screws from lid
to access the
twist cap UVC