ThePondguy PowerUV 9 User manual

PowerUV™
Clariers
Installation Manual
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Important Information........................2
Package Contents.............................3
Technical Specs ...............................3
Installing Your PowerUV™ Clarier..............4
Maintaining Your PowerUV™ Clarier ...........6
Troubleshooting..............................7
Replacement Parts ...........................8
Warranty Information.........................8
Table of Contents:
REPLACEMENTPARTS :
MODEL REPLACEMENT
UV-C BULB
TRANSFORMER
W/ UV-C BULB
GLASS TUBE (QUARTZ
SLEEVE) W/ UV HOUSING
FITTING SET
W/ O-RINGS
ORING FOR
TRANSFORMER
PowerUV™ 9 #110306 #120853
#120860
#120852 #120849
PowerUV™ 13 #110307 #120854
PowerUV™ 18 #110212 #120855 #120873
PowerUV™ 36 #110213 #120859 #120877
PRODUCT WARRANTY:
All PowerUV™ units 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, quartz
sleeve, tting kit & o-rings 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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We Know Ponds™
15425 Chets Way
Armada, MI 48005
866-POND-HELP (766-3435)
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For Models:
• PowerUV™ 9
(Item #120804)
• PowerUV™ 13
(Item #120805)
• PowerUV™ 18
(Item #120806)
• PowerUV™ 36
(Item #120807)
UV-C BULB
TRANSFORMER
FITTING SET
W/ O-RINGS
ORING FOR
TRANSFORMER
GLASS TUBE (QUARTZ SLEEVE
W/ UV HOUSING

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Package Contents
POWERUV™CLARIFIER
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, PowerUV™ transformer and ballast
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 Power UV™ should be examined to ensure there is no water on parts not
intended to be wet.
• If the Power UV™ shows signs of any water leakage, immediately unplug it from the
power source.
• If the PowerUV™ 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 PowerUV™ from power source when it is not in use, and before installing,
removing or servicing the Power UV™ 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 PowerUV™ or plug in water or attempt to use a wet plug.
• The PowerUV™ is NOT suitable for use in swimming pools, swimming ponds, or other
situations where bodily contact is made with the water. Although the PowerUV™ 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 PowerUV™ in direct sunshine.
• DO NOT place PowerUV™ near ammable or other dangerous materials or objects.
• ALWAYS unplug the unit if there is no water running through it to prevent over heating.
• PowerUV™ is NOT submersible; do not place PowerUV™ where it might contact or fall into the
water.
• DO NOT operate during freezing conditions. Drain PowerUV™ and store in a protected location.
• DO NOT operate the PowerUV™ with a pump larger than the maximum ow rate indicated by
the unit specications. Operating with a pump larger than recommended can reduce the UV’s
eectiveness or cause damage to the 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
PowerUV™ 9 120V / 60 Hz 9 Watts 600 GPH 1,200 1”, 1¼”, 1½”
6’
PowerUV™ 13 120V / 60 Hz 13 Watts 1,200 GPH 2,200 1”, 1¼”, 1½”
PowerUV™ 18 120V / 60 Hz 18 Watts 1,600 GPH 3,600 1”, 1¼”, 1½”
PowerUV™ 36 120V / 60 Hz 36 Watts 2,100 GPH 4,800 1”, 1¼”, 1½”
PowerUV™Clarier
APowerUV™ Clarier Unit
BFitting Set
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INSTALLING YOUR POWERUV™CLARIFIER:
For Best Results
• First pass water through a sponge lter
or skimmer to minimize debris coming
in contact with PowerUV™.
• Place PowerUV™ before the biological
lter.
• Run the PowerUV™ 24 hours a day.
• DO NOT operate during freezing
conditions. Drain the PowerUV™
and store in a protected area.
Watch a video of the PowerUV™Clarier installation online @
www.thepondguy.com/poweruv
Step 1
Determine the Location
The PowerUV™ should be placed outside of the pond where
it can rest horizontally. Avoid locations that are prone to
water puddles or areas where the PowerUV™ could fall into
the pond. You can also mount the UV using the mounting
brackets (screws not included).
Step 2
Attach the Fittings
ATTACH the step down ttings to the inlet and outlet of the
PowerUV™ with the compression ring. Note: The o-rings
should be between the UV housing and the step down
tting to create a watertight seal when secure.
Step 4
Connect Plumbing
CONNECT plumbing and secure with a hose clamp (not
included).
Note: Water should ow into the PowerUV™ at the inlet
closest to the powercord. Water should ow from the unit at
the outlet on the opposite end of the PowerUV™ lter.
You may also switch the position of the outlet and viewing
window for added exibility.
Step 5
Start your Pump
START your pump, then plug the power cord into a standard
120-volt GFCI protected outlet. You will see a glow in the
viewing window while unit is functioning.
Optional:
TrueRock™ Medium
Boulder Cover
To camouage and protect
the PowerUV™ from the
outside elements use a
TrueRock™ Medium Boulder
Cover(#510332).
Step 3
Cut to Size
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.
For optimum performance:
MODEL PLUMBING
PowerUV™ 9W 1”
PowerUV™ 13W 1”
PowerUV™ 18W 1¼”
PowerUV™ 36W 1¼”, 1½”
1”
1-¼”
1-½”
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MAINTAINING YOUR POWERUV™CLARIFIER:
REPLACING THE UV-CBULB:
CLEANING THE QUARTZSLEEVE (Glass Tube):
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance, always unplug the PowerUV™ from the
power source.
Watch a video of the PowerUV™Clarier maintenance online @
www.thepondguy.com/poweruv
Step 1
Unscrew the Transformer
UNSCREW the transformer counter-clockwise and gently
pull the unit apart.
Step 1
Remove Mounting Bracket
REMOVE the mounting bracket closest to the transformer
by ipping the unit over and removing the 2 screws with
your #2 Phillips screwdriver.
Step 2
Remove Bulb Cap
REMOVE the rubber cap from the UV bulb and set aside.
Step 2
Separate UV Housing
TWIST gently by holding both sides of the PowerUV™
housing to separate and expose the quartz sleeve.
Step 3
Replace Bulb
PULL gently on the base of the UV-C bulb to remove. Install
new bulb. DO NOT touch the bulb with bare hands. Verify
that the O-Ring is seated properly on the transformer before
screwing it onto the UV housing. UV-C bulb should be
replaced yearly.
See REPLACEMENT PARTS for replacement bulbs.
Step 3
Clean
CLEAN quartz sleeve with a soft cloth or sponge and
reassemble unit. Quartz sleeve should be replaced if it is
scratched, damaged or cracked. See REPLACEMENT PARTS
for replacement quartz sleeve and housing.
Tools Required: #2 Phillips Screwdriver, soft cloth & descaler.
TROUBLESHOOTING :
*Note: For your safety, the PowerUV™ will not operate without the UV housing and
transformer securely connected.
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 UV. See recommendation
for proper water ow under Technical Specs.
Loss of water ow from the UV, check the following:
• Verify pump is not plugged with debris.
• Verify biological lter is not plugged with debris.
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