ThePondguy AllClear Series User manual

AllClear™ Series
Pressurized
Filters
Installation Manual
TM
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Important Information........................2
Package Contents.............................3
Technical Specs ...............................3
Installing Your AllClear™ Filter ............... 4-5
Maintaining Your AllClear™ Filter ............. 6-9
Replacement Parts ..........................10
Troubleshooting.............................11
Warranty Information........................11
Table of Contents:
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For Models:
• AllClear™ 1200
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• AllClear™ 2400
(Item #120831)
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Package Contents
ALLCLEAR™FILTER:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Please read these instructions thoroughly before use. Failure to follow instructions may
result in equipment damage or failure, losses, injury or death.
DANGER:
To avoid possible electric shock:
• If the power cord has been damaged, DO NOT operate, AllClear™ UV unit should be replaced.
• Prior to installation, inspect the quartz sleeve and UV-C bulb to ensure there was no damage during
transportation.
• After installation, the AllClear™ Filter should be examined to ensure there is no water on parts not
intended to be wet.
• If the AllClear™ Filter shows signs of any water leakage, immediately unplug it from the power source.
• If the AllClear™ Filter falls into the water, DO NOT reach for it. First unplug and then retrieve it.
• Close supervision is necessary when the unit is used by or near children.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
• Connect only to a properly grounded receptacle, which is serviced by a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter and never remove the ground pin from the plug.
• Provide a“drip loop”for the power cord. This is a loop in the cord below the level of the receptacle or
plug that prevents water from traveling along the cord in the direction of the receptacle.
• ALWAYS unplug the AllClear™ Filter from power source when it is not in use, and before installing,
removing or servicing the AllClear™ Filter components.
• If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a proper rating should be used. A cord may overheat if
the cord is rated for less amperes or watts than the unit rating.
• DO NOT immerse the AllClear™ Filter or plug in water or attempt to use a wet plug.
• The AllClear™ Filter is NOT suitable for use in swimming pools, swimming ponds, or other situations
where bodily contact is made with the water. Although the AllClear™ Filter is designed for outdoor
use, it should never be submerged in water.
Avoid contact with the UV-C light. Light omitted can be harmful to the eyes and skin.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of equipment damage or failure:
• DO NOT place the AllClear™ Filter in direct sunshine.
• DO NOT place the AllClear™ Filter near ammable or other dangerous materials or objects.
• ALWAYS unplug the unit if there is no water running through it to prevent over heating.
• The AllClear™ Filter is NOT submersible; do not place the AllClear™ Filter where it might contact or fall
into the water.
• DO NOT operate during freezing conditions. Drain, disconnect and store the AllClear™ Filter in a
protected location.
• DO NOT operate the AllClear™ Filter with a pump larger than the maximum ow rate indicated by
the lter specications. Operating with a pump larger than recommended can reduce the lters
eectiveness and cause damage to the lter or UV and will NOT be covered under warranty.
IMPORTANT:
The Pond Guy® is not responsible for equipment damage or failure, losses, injury or death
resulting from failure to follow safety precautions, misuse or abuse of equipment.
TECHNICALSPECS :
MODEL POWER UV MAX FLOW
RATE
MAX POND SIZE
(GALLONS)
PLUMBING SIZE
(STEP DOWN BARB FITTING)
POWER
CORD
LENGTH
AllClear™ 1200 120V / 60 Hz 7 Watts 600 GPH 1,200 1” 16’
AllClear™ 2400 120V / 60 Hz 9 Watts 1,600 GPH 2,400 1”, 1¼”, 1½”
* Note: On 1200 lter, four canister buckles are used for securing instead of one canister clamp. Also, 1200 lter includes 2
lter pads instead of 3.
AllClear™PLUS Series
AAllClear™ 2400
BAllClear™ 1200
CFitting Set
B
A
C
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INSTALLING YOUR ALLCLEAR™FILTER:
For Best Results
• Run the AllClear™ Filter 24 hours a day.
• DO NOT operate the AllClear™ Filter with
a pump larger than the maximum ow
rate indicated by the lter specications.
Operating with a pump larger than
recommended can reduce the lters
eectiveness and cause damage to the
lter or UV and will NOT be covered under
warranty.
• DO NOT operate during freezing
conditions. Disconnect, drain and store the
AllClear™ Filter in a protected area.
Watch a video of the AllClear™Filter installation online @
www.thepondguy.com/allclear
Step 1
Determine the Location
The AllClear™ Filter is pressurized and may be installed in
any location outside of the pond on a solid surface. Avoid
locations that are prone to water puddles or areas where
the lter could fall into the pond. Filters may be left above
ground but it is recommended to partially bury the lter
in the ground, leaving only the clamp and lter canister
top exposed.
Step 2
Measure
MEASURE across the top of the lter and add an inch on
each side. This will be the diameter you will need to dig
the hole.
Then tip the lter on its side and measure the length staying
2” below the lter clamp. This will be the installation depth.
Step 4
Attach the Fittings
ATTACH the step down ttings to the inlet and outlet of the
AllClear™ Filter with the compression ring. Note: The o-rings
should be between the lter housing and the step down
tting to create a watertight seal when secure.
Step 5
Cut the Fittings
CUT step down ttings down to the largest connection
that will work with your plumbing. Step down ttings oer
options for use with 1”, 1-1/4” and 1-1/2” plumbing. Note:
AllClear™ Filter 1200 connects only to 1” plumbing so this
step is not necessary.
Step 6
Connect the Plumbing
CONNECT the plumbing and secure with a hose clamp.
Arrows on the lter inlet and outlet indicate the direction of
water ow. Plumbing from the pump should be connected
to the inlet with the arrow pointing in towards the lter and
the discharge plumbing connected to the outlet with the
arrow pointing out away from the lter.
Step 7
Plug in Pump
PLUG in your pump, then plug the UV power cord into a
standard 120-volt GFCI protected outlet. You will see a glow
in the viewing window on top of the lter while the unit
is functioning.
Optional
TrueRock™ Medium Boulder Cover
To camouage and protect the AllClear™ Filter from the
outside elements use a TrueRock™ Medium Boulder
Cover(#510332).
Step 3
Dig the Hole
DIG the hole to the measured specications. Insert the
lter and turn so the inlet and outlet are positioned for the
easiest connection to your plumbing. Once in place, backll
with dirt.
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MAINTAINING YOUR ALLCLEAR™FILTER:
CLEANING THE FILTERMEDIA:
CLEANING THE FILTERMEDIA: CONTINUED...
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance, always unplug the AllClear™ Filter from the
power source.
The amount of sh and waste in your pond will determine
how frequently you will need to clean your lter. In general,
you will need to clean your lter when the pressure
indicator on the top of the lter displays red or when water
ow is reduced. Replace lter media pads yearly or when
pads show signs of wear and tear. See REPLACEMENT PARTS
for replacement lter media pads.
Watch a video of the AllClear™Filter maintenance online @
www.thepondguy.com/allclear
Step 2
Remove Top
REMOVE the lter canister clamp (on model 1200 unlatch
the four buckles). Gently pull o the lter canister top and
set aside. Remove lter pads.
Step 1
Disconnect Plumbing
DISCONNECT plumbing by unscrewing the step down
ttings from the AllClear™ Filter.
Step 3
Restore Power
RINSE media pads with a bucket of pond water. Do not rinse
BioBalls media, except for winter storage, unless BioBalls
media are plugged with debris. DO NOT use chlorinated tap
water as this will strip natural bacteria from your lter.
Step 4
Unplug & Turn to Filter
REASSEMBLE media pads back into lter in order;
high-density (Blue) on the bottom, medium density
(Yellow-2400 model only) in the middle and low density
(Black) on the top. Seat the lter canister O-ring properly in
place before replacing the lter canister top and securing
with canister clamp.
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MAINTAINING YOUR ALLCLEAR™FILTER:
REPLACING THE UV-CBULB:
REPLACING THE UV-CBULB: CONTINUED...
CLEANING THE QUARTZ SLEEVE ( GlassTube ):
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance, always unplug the AllClear™ Filter from the
power source.
Over time the eectiveness of the UV-C bulb will degrade. We recommend replacing the UV-C
bulb once a year, even if the bulb operates, to maintain maximum results. See REPLACEMENT
PARTS for replacement bulbs.
The quartz sleeve should be cleaned yearly or when water clarity is reduced. Replace the quartz
sleeve if it is scratched, damaged, or cracked. See REPLACEMENT PARTS for replacement Filter
Top with Quartz Sleeve.
Watch a video of the AllClear™Filter maintenance online @
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Step 2
Remove Bracket
REMOVE the screws securing the power cord retaining
bracket.
Step 3
Unscrew UV Transformer
UNSCREW UV Transformer and gently pull out the UV
transformer and bulb.
Step 1
Remove Access Hatch
REMOVE the screws securing the access hatch. Then gently
lift to separate.
Step 4
Replace the Bulb
PULL gently on the base of the UV-C bulb to remove. Insert
new bulb and reassemble unit. DO NOT touch the bulb with
bare hands.
Step 2
Remove Clamp
REMOVE the lter canister clamp (on model 1200 unlatch
the four buckles).
Step 3
Remove UV Housing
LIFT the lter canister top. Twist gently and pull to remove
the UV housing and expose the quartz sleeve.
Step 4
Clean Quartz Sleeve
CLEAN quartz sleeve with a soft cloth or sponge and
reassemble unit.
Step 1
Disconnect Plumbing
DISCONNECT plumbing by unscrewing the step down
ttings from the AllClear™ Filter.
Continued...
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AllClear™Series
AUVTransformer w/
UV-C Bulb
BO-Ring for UVTransformer
CUV-C Bulb
DPressure Indicator O-Ring
EQuartz Sleeve
FFilterTop w/ Quartz Sleeve
GFilterTop O-Ring
HFilter Pad Set*
IFilter Clamp*
JFilter Bottom w/ Filter Pad
Tray & BioBalls
KFitting Kit
B
G
H
C
Replacement Parts
ALLCLEAR™FILTER:
REPLACEMENTPARTS :
MODEL PRESSURE INDICATOR
ORING
FILTER TOP W/QUARTZ
SLEEVE
FITTING
KIT
UV TRANSFORMER
W/UVC BULB
ORING FOR UV
TRANSFORMER
AllClear™ 1200 #120987 #120897 #120882 #120894 #120849
AllClear™ 2400 #120898 #120883 #120895
MODEL REPLACEMENT
UV BULB
FILTER PAD
SET
FILTER
CLAMP
FILTER TOP
O-RING
FILTER BOTTOM W/FILTER
PAD TRAY & BIOBALLS
QUARTZ
SLEEVE
AllClear™ 1200 #110408 #120874 N/A #120878 #120865 #120870
AllClear™ 2400 #110306 #120875 #120890 #120879 #120866 #120871
TROUBLESHOOTING :
*Note: For your safety, the AllClear™ Filter UV will not operate unless the UV transformer
is securely connected to the lter.
If water is not clear, check the following:
• Check the viewing window to ensure the UV-C bulb is lit.
• Replace UV-C bulb if it has not been replaced in the past year, even if it is lit.
• Check that the quartz sleeve is clean.
• Verify that the proper amount of water is owing through the lter. See recommendation for proper
water ow on page 3.
• Verify that lter media is not plugged with debris or needs cleaning.
Loss of water ow, check the following:
• Verify pump is not plugged with debris.
• Verify lter media is not plugged with debris.
• Verify lter is not leaking causing a loss of pressure.
Filter is leaking, check the following:
• Verify that the proper amount of water is owing through the lter. See recommendation for proper
water ow on page 3.
• Verify O-rings are seated correctly or replace if warn.
• Verify lter canister has not been damaged.
PRODUCT WARRANTY:
AllClear™ Pressurized Filters carry a 5-year warranty. The Pond Guy® will repair or replace any units found
to be defective. This limited warranty is extended exclusively to the original purchaser and begins from
the date of original purchase receipt. The UV-C bulb, lter media and o-rings are wearable items and are
not covered by this warranty. Abuse or misuse of this product or power cord alterations void all warranty.
Please call for a Return Authorization Number prior to returning product by calling our Customer Care
Department at 866-766-3435. Failure to request an RMA number may result in delay or dismissal of your
warranty claim.
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PROTECT YOURFILTER:
Optional - TrueRock™ Medium Boulder Cover
To camouage and protect the AllClear™ PLUS Filter from
the outside elements use a TrueRock™ Medium Boulder
Cover (#510332).
* Note: On 1200 lter, four canister buckles are used for securing instead of one canister clamp. Also, 1200 lter includes
2 lter pads instead of 3.
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