ThePondguy MagFlo Series User manual

MagFlo™Series
Product Manual
TM
Important Information........................2
Package Contents.............................3
Installing Your MagFlo Pump................. 4-6
Maintaining Your MagFlo Pump .............. 6-8
Troubleshooting..............................8
Replacement Parts ...........................8
Technical Specs ...............................8
Warranty Information.........................8
Table of Contents:
For Model: MagFlo
290
(Item
#120930)

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. The MagFlo Pump should be replaced.
• 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. A drip loop is a downward-
facing loop in the power cord, falling below the level of the electric
receptacle and plug, which prevents water from traveling along the cord
in the direction of the receptacle.
• ALWAYS unplug the MagFlo Pump from power source when it is not in
use.
• ALWAYS unplug the MagFlo Pump from power source before installing,
removing or servicing the MagFlo Pump components.
• If an extension cord is necessary, a cord 14 gauge up to 100 ft. must be
used. A cord may overheat if the cord is rated for less amperes or watts
than the unit rating.
• DO NOT immerse the MagFlo Pump plug in water or attempt to use a wet plug.
• The MagFlo Pump is NOT suitable for use in swimming pools, swimming ponds, or other situations
where bodily contact is made with the water.
Important – This unit is equipped with a permanent magnet. The magnetic eld may aect the
function of pacemakers.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of equipment damage or failure:
• ONLY use the MagFlo Pump in fresh water applications.
• DO NOT place MagFlo Pump near ammable or other dangerous materials or objects.
• ALWAYS unplug the unit if there is no water running through it to prevent overheating.
• DO NOT run the pump dry.
• DO NOT operate during freezing conditions. Drain MagFlo Pump and store in a protected location.
IMPORTANT:
The Pond Guy is not responsible for equipment damage or failure, losses, injury or death resulting from
failure to follow safety precautions, or from misuse or abuse of equipment.
Power Cord
Drip Loop
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MAGFLO PUMP: PACKAGE CONTENTS
* A Venturi adapter can be used to add a small amount of aeration to the water line. To use, attach a standard
1/8” diameter airline tube to the barb of the Venturi adapter, and run the airline tube outside the waterbody
(airline tube length will vary depending on pond size). 
MagFlo Pump Package Contents
A1- MagFlo Pump E2- Outlet MaleTubing Adapters
B4- Rubber Feet F1- VenturiAdapter*
C1- Flow ControlValve G1- Volcano Spray Pattern
D3- Fountain ExtensionTubes H1- Water Bell Spray Pattern
B
F
D
C
GH
A
E
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INSTALLING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP:
Step 1
Determine Installation Method
The MagFlo’s versatile nature allows you to congure
your pump set up in multiple ways. Select the method
below that best suits your application.
Fountain
1. Attach ow control valve (C) to pump outlet of
MagFlopump (A).
2. Attach extension tube (D) in any order to ow
control valve (C). Multiple tubes provided to
achieve desired fountain height.
3. Attach desired fountain spray pattern (G or H) to
extension tube (D).
4. Continue to Step 2.
Waterfall/Feature
1. Attach outlet male tubing adapter (E or F) to
pump outlet ofMagFlopump (A).
2. Connect and secure your pond tubing to tubing
adapter (E or F) with a hose clamp (not included).
3. Connect pond tubing to your waterfall
orwaterfeature.
4. Continue to Step 2.
For Best Results
• MagFlo Pump should be placed on a at
surface away from sludge or algae mats.
• DO NOT run the pump dry. To prevent
overheating, unplug pump if there is no
water running through it.
• Keep MagFlo Pump pre-lter free of
debris.
• DO NOT operate during freezing
conditions. Drain the MagFlo Pump and
store in a protected area.
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INSTALLING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:
Step 3
Plug in Pump
Plug the power cord into a standard 120-volt GFCI
protected outlet.
Step 2
Submerge Pump
Submerge the MagFlo pump in a at area in your pond. For
ideal water circulation, the pump should be at the opposite
end of the pond from where the water will discharge. If the
fountain feature will be used, be sure the spray nozzle is at
least a few inches above the water’s surface.
Optional In-Line Setup
You may use MagFlo pumps in-line (out of the water)
to power a waterfall/feature only, but the pump must
be placed below the water level. MagFlo pumps must
be set up with a ooded suction intake and will not
suction lift.
1. Remove pump intake screen, pre-lter sponge,
and impeller screen.
2. Connect one outlet male tubing adapter (E)
to pump intake and one to pump discharge
of MagFlo Pump (A). Connect and secure your
pond tubing with a hose clamp (not included).
3. Connect pond tubing to your waterfall or water
feature.
4. Continue to Step 3.
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Step 4
Adjust Water Flow
Adjust water ow using the ow control valve (C), if
applicable for your installation.
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INSTALLING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance, always unplug the MagFlo Pump from
the power source.
Perform maintenance any time there is a reduction in water ow or
before storing for the winter.
MAINTAINING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP:
Step 1
Unplug and Remove
Unplug the pump and detach from pond tubing.
Remove fountain assembly, if applicable.Move pump
to a dry workspace.
CLEANINGTHEPUMP
Tools Required: • Damp Cloth or Small Brush
• Descaler such as Airmax® D-Scale™
Step 2
Remove Pre-Filter
Pull rmly to remove the pump pre-lter from the
pump motor.
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Step 5
Adjust Fountain Spray
For the water bell fountain spray pattern (H), it may be
necessary to unscrew or tighten the deector disc on
the top of the nozzle for proper ow.
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Step 3
Wash Pre-Filter Sponge & Impeller Screen
Remove pump pre-lter sponge and impeller screen.
Wash thoroughly with water.
MAINTAINING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:
Step 4
Remove Impeller Cover & Impeller
Remove the impeller cover by turning counter-clockwise
and then pulling to separate. Grasp by white impeller and
lift out of chamber.
(Warning: Pump is magnetically driven. You may experience a magnetic
pull when removing and re-installing impeller.)
Step 5
Clean Impeller & Fountain
Clean impeller and impeller chamber with water. Remove
and disassemble fountain connections and tubing
adapters. Washthoroughly withwater. A small brush or
descaler may be helpful. If using a descaler, be sure to
rinse all parts with clean water before reassembly.
Step 6
Reassemble Pump
Reassemble impeller, impeller cover, impeller screen,
pre-lter sponge, and pump pre-lter.
(Note: Lower the impeller carefully into the chamber, allowing the
impeller to gently drop into the chamber. Too much force can damage
the pump.)
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PRODUCT WARRANTY:
MagFlo Pumps carry a 5-year warranty. The Pond Guy
will repair or replace any unit found to be defective. This
limited warranty is extended exclusively to the original
purchaser and begins from the date of original purchase
receipt. Abuse or misuse of this product or power cord
alterations void all warranty. Impeller and lter sponge
are wear items and are not covered by this warranty.
Please call for a RMA 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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MAGFLO
PUMP MODEL
REPLACEMENT
IMPELLER
REPLACEMENT
FILTER SPONGE REPLACEMENT FOUNTAIN KIT
MagFlo 290 #120939 #120948 #120956
TECHNICALSPECS :
MODEL VOLTAGE WATTAGE CORD GPH @ 3’ HEAD MAX HEAD DISCHARGE INLET FITTING
MagFlo 290 120V / 60 Hz 17 Watts 20’ 197 GPH 6.5’ ½” ½” ½”& ¾”
TROUBLESHOOTING :
Pump does not turn on:
• Check that the power cord is connected.
• Check to see if the GFCI or main circuit breaker is tripped.
• Check to see if GFCI is faulty.
• Check power cord for damage.
Pump turns on and then shuts o:
• Verify pump is completely submerged for proper cooling.
• Check for debris clogging the pump intake.
• If using an extension cord, verify that it is of the proper rating for the pump’s electrical
requirements.
Reduced water ow:
• Check for debris clogging the pump pre-lter.
• Perform maintenance cleaning of the pump.
• Verify that water level is sucient and pump is completely submerged.
• Check plumbing for clogs.
MAINTAINING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:
REPLACEMENTPARTS :