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DE-ICER MANUAL

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MOVING WATER FORWARD, SINCE 1968

50HZ

DE-ICER

2400ED, 3400ED,
4400ED

Operation & 

Maintenance 

Manual

Document number 884154

Document version 2022.1.0

800 Deere Rd. Prescott, WI 54021  |  sales@kascomarine.com  |  kascomarine.com

Summary of Contents for 4400ED

Page 1: ... 1 MOVING WATER FORWARD SINCE 1968 50HZ DE ICER 2400ED 3400ED 4400ED Operation Maintenance Manual Document number 884154 Document version 2022 1 0 800 Deere Rd Prescott WI 54021 sales kascomarine com kascomarine com ...

Page 2: ...CONTENTS Safety First 2 Unit Specifications 2 SIZING CHART 3 General Instructions 3 De icer Installation 4 Maintenance Recommendations 7 Troubleshooting Tips 8 Mount Options 9 Warranty 10 Other Repairs 11 Repair Contact Form 12 ...

Page 3: ... not use waders in deep water or in areas with drop offs drastic slopes or soft bottom material Do not use boats that tip easily for unit installation such as canoes Follow all boating safety rules and regulations including wearing a Personal Flotation Device The unit is supplied with an internal grounding conductor To reduce the risk of electrical shock be certain that the unit is plugged in conn...

Page 4: ...ith a thermal overload protection and an automatic reset No further lubrication is necessary It is extremely important that sufficient and proper voltage is provided to the unit s motor The sacrificial anode located on the shaft below the propeller must be in good condition in order to prevent corrosion damage to the unit The anode must be inspected periodically and replaced if it shows significan...

Page 5: ...tructure completely free of ice see below 2 Calculate the Optimal Depth for Your De icer A de icer draws warmer water from the bottom and circulates it upward In the target area look for deeper water to pull to the surface A good guide is to place the de icer 4 6 feet deep for vertical installation and slightly shallower for angled operation but at least 1 foot off the bottom to prevent clogging f...

Page 6: ...n Fully protecting a boat often requires more than one de icer Angle your de icer from the deeper water toward shallow water It is better to angle multiple units in one direction creating a current rather than in opposing directions In tidal waters place the de icer so that it is in shallow water at low tide and deep water at high tide If you are protecting a boat tie the de icer to the boat so th...

Page 7: ...you to aim the flow of warmer water in the desired direction See dock mount manual for more information on angling a dock mounted de icer 5 Power On 6 Optional Curtain Installation Once your de icer is properly installed and secured you can plug the unit into a properly grounded and GFI protected circuit Use a curtain technique to limit or control the open water area Tie a canvas tarp above the wa...

Page 8: ...t and clean the equipment regularly In all regions inspect and clean the equipment at least once a year It is easiest to clean the unit immediately after removing it from the water when the equipment is still wet If you use a power washer avoid hitting the mechanical seal area directly Unit Storage Store the equipment with the cage down if it is going to be out of the water for long periods of tim...

Page 9: ...l not start Typically indicates a motor capacitor problem single phase motor a motor controller problem 3 phase or debris preventing the unit from starting Turn the unit off and disconnect from power source to prevent motor damage Remove the equipment from the water and inspect for debris or damage Remove the debris and clean the equipment If there is no debris in the unit and it will not start Tu...

Page 10: ...pe with nominal diameter of 1 inch For units up to 1HP Kit 243485 For pipe with nominal diameter of 1 5 inches For units up to 1HP and pipe 5 feet long or greater Kit 243484 Universal Mount Industrial Mount Upper Mount Features Optional both mounts are available with a Simple Swivel bracket that allows the unit to rotate easily and direct the flow of water Universal kit 243478 Industrial kit 24347...

Page 11: ... warranty coverage has been established the unit may be sent to any Kasco authorized repair center for evaluation and repair Please call Kasco at 715 262 4488 prior to shipping to receive any updated information or a repair form or call to locate your nearest authorized repair center You can also email Kasco at sales kascomarine com Please include the repair form received from Kasco or your local ...

Page 12: ...pairs after we have evaluated the unit but before we perform the work We will repair the unit only if repair costs are under a dollar amount stated by the customer Example Please repair if total is under 150 00 before shipping charges All estimates that are rejected for repair will be destroyed unless otherwise directed by the customer If the customer would like the unit returned we will restore t...

Page 13: ...this unit used in a chemical treatment or wastewater application circle one Yes No Additional notes Kasco Marine 800 Deere Road Prescott WI 54021 Attn Repairs Kasco requires that all equipment sent for repair MUST be accompanied by this form and marked to Repairs attention Unit should be cleaned before shipping Kasco is NOT responsible for shipping damage accrued in return shipment It is the respo...

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