TotalPond MF13010 User manual

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ITEM # MF13010
Mechanical Filter Box
Up to 500 gallons
PACKAGE CONTENTS
PREPARATION
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package
contents list and diagram above. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install or
operate the product. Contact customer service for replacement parts.
•Estimated Assembly Time: 15 minutes
•No tools required for assembly.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The MF113010 is a general purpose, mechanical / biological filter system. It is designed to filter the water
and promote healthy bacteria that will provide a balanced environment in your pond. This filter is designed
to work with a water pump that can circulate a minimum of 200 gallons per hour. As a pre-filter, the
MF13010 reduces pond debris and particulate before they enter the pump and other pond accessories.
This pre-filtration reduces the clogging of your pump and accessories and minimizes the need for cleaning.
Part Description Quantity
A Filter box top 1
B Filter box bottom 1
C Coarse filter pad 1
D Fine filter pad 1
E Bio media balls 10
A
B
D
E
C
Questions, problems, missing parts?
Before returning
to your retailer, call our customer service department at
1-888-412-6001, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday, or
email us at [e-mail]. Or
visit our website www.total-pond.com.

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ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place your pump inside the filter box, close to the center.
Make sure that the outlet points up. Route the cord through
the hole in the top corner of the filter box bottom. Fig. 1
NOTE: Pump is NOT INCLUDED. This filter is compatible
with pump models MD11300, MD11500, DD11210
DD11330 and DD11560.
Fig. 1
2. Place the bio-balls around the pump. Fig. 2
Fig. 2
3. Connect the extension tube to the outlet of the pump using
the adapter (adapter is part of fountain head kit). Fig. 3
NOTE: Fountain head kit (item #N6100) is NOT INCLUDED,
and is not required for operation.
Fig. 3
4. Place one of the fine filter pads over the bio-balls and pump.
Then place one of the coarse filter pads over the fine filter
pad. Fig. 4
NOTE: The fine filter pad is blue and the coarse filter pad is
black.
Fig. 4
Extension tube
Adapter
Pump
Pump
Filter box
bottom
Bio balls
Pump
Coarse filter pad
Fine filter pad
Filter box bottom

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NOTE: From here, a coupler or a diverter valve can be used.
a. To flow water to the fountain head only, use the coupler. (Proceed to step 5)
b. To flow water to the fountain head and a spitter, use the diverter. (Skip to step 8)
5. Connect the two extension tubes with the coupler. Fig. 5
NOTE: Extension tubes and coupler are NOT INCLUDED.
Fig. 5
6. Place the filter box top over the filter box bottom and connect
the fountain head to the top extension tube. Fig. 6
NOTE: Fountain head kit is NOT INCLUDED.
Fig. 6
7. Place the filter assembly in the water. Fig. 7
Fig. 7
8. Place the filter box top on top of the filter box bottom. It
should snap closed. Fig. 8
Fig. 8
Extension
tube
Extension
tube
Coupler
Filter box
top
Fountain head
Filter box
top
Filter box
bottom

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9. Connect the extension tubes to the diverter valve. Pay
attention to the markings on the ends of the diverter valve.
The end with the “P” connects to the pump. The end with the
“ ↑ ” points up, and connects to the fountain head. Fig. 9
NOTE: Tubes and diverter valve are NOT INCLUDED.
Fig. 9
10. For 1/2 in. tubing, connect the tubing onto the second output
of the diverter. Connect the other end of the tubing to a
spitter or other water feature. Fig. 10
NOTE: Tubing, diverter valve, and adapter are NOT
INCLUDED.
Fig. 10
11. Connect the fountain head to the top extension tube. Adjust
the diverter valve to split the flow between the fountain head
and the spitter. Fig. 11
NOTE: Fountain head kit is NOT INCLUDED.
Fig. 11
Extension tube
Extension tube
Diverter valve
Diverter valve
1/2 in.
tubing
Fountain head
Diverter
valve 1/2 in.
tubing
Extension
tube Connect
to spitter

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12. Place the filter assembly in the water. Fig. 12
Fig. 12
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
•Occasional cleaning of the filter pads will be necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the
system. The coarse filter pad is a designed to trap large debris. The fine filter pad catches smaller
particles. All pads should be removed and washed with clean water when they are visibly soiled.
•Filter pads should be replaced annually. The exterior surface of the filter box may also need
occasional cleaning. Particularly if the openings in the top of the filter box are obstructed. When
cleaning the filter box use warm water only. Do not use any chemicals that may destroy the
beneficial bacteria.
•The bio media balls in you filter system and the inside surfaces of the filter box contain the
beneficial bacteria. At least once a year the entire system should be disassembled and cleaned
thoroughly using warm, soapy water (mild detergent). This should not be done during the warm
season as it may take up to 8 weeks to re-establish the environmental balance. The best time of
the year to “breakdown” your system is in early spring before the water temperatures begin to rise.
This is also the ideal time to replace the filter pads.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
For replacement parts, call our customer service department
at 1-888-412-6001, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday.
Printed in China
Part Description
A Filter box top
B Filter box bottom
B
A
TotalPond replacement filters can be purchased at
Home Depot, item #RF13021.