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Maintenance and cleaning
Attention! Dangerous electrical voltage.
Possible consequences:
Death or severe injury.
Protective measures:
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Prior to reaching into the water, disconnect the power supply to all units used in the water.
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Disconnect the power plug prior to carrying out work on the unit.
Cleaning the unit
If necessary, clean the unit with clear water using a soft brush.
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Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions. These could attack the housing surface or impair the
function.
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In the event of stubborn furring (calcium deposits), a common household cleaner free from vinegar and chlorine can
be used. Subsequently, clean the pump thoroughly using clear water.
Cleaning the pump
Figure (I)
Remove hoses from the unit. Open the clips (3) and remove the strainer top casing.
Release the clamp (4) and take pump out of the bottom strainer casing. Pull suction adapter (5) and regulator (6) from
the pump.
AquaMax Eco Premium 4000, 6000, 8000:
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Vigurously turn the pump housing counter-clockwise (bayonet lock) and remove.
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Clean the pump housing, O ring and impeller under clean water using a brush.
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Check parts for damage and replace, if necessary.
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Reassemble in the reverse order.
AquaMax Eco Premium 12000, 16000:
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Remove screws and the pump housing.
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Clean the pump housing, impeller and flat seal under clean water using a brush.
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Check parts for damage and replace, if necessary.
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Reassemble in the reverse order.
Malfunction
Malfunction Cause Remedy
The unit does not perform its suction function
No mains voltage
Impeller blocked/running dry
Check mains voltage
Clean/check supply lines
Water flow insufficient
Strainer casing/satellite filter clogged
Hose blocked
Hose kinked
Excessive loss in the hose due to friction
SFC reduces the water quantity
Clean
Clean, or replace, if necessary
Check hose, and replace, if necessary
Reduce hose length to reduce frictional loss
Deactivate the SFC
Unit switches off after a short running period
Strainer casing clogged
Unit running dry
Clean
Check supply line
Disposal
Do not dispose of this unit with domestic waste! For disposal purposes, please use the return system provided.
Disable the unit beforehand by cutting off the cables.
Storage/Over-wintering
The unit is frost resistant to minus 20 °C. Should you store the unit outside of the pond, clean it thoroughly with a soft
brush and water, check it for damage, then store immersed in water or filled with water. Do not immerse the power plug
in water!
Repair
A damaged unit cannot be repaired and must be put out of operation. Dispose of the unit in accordance with the
regulations.
Wear parts
The impeller unit is a wearing part and does not fall under the warranty.
