Trouble-Shooting, Storing the Pond Filter

7. Trouble-Shooting

Problem	Probable cause	Remedy

Water is not clear.	The floating material in the	v Remove algae and leaves
	pond is brown and sinks to	from the pond, e.g. using
	the bottom.	the GARDENA combi-
		system Pond Net, Art. 7933.

	The pond is extremely dirty	1. Check the nitrate level,
	and full of excess nutrients.	e.g. using the GARDENA
		Pond Test Set, Art. 7920.
		2. If necessary, replace the wa-
		ter and clean the pond shell.

	Excess density of fish	As a guideline for fish stock

1. The Applications Range of the GARDENA Fountain Pump

Intended purpose	GARDENA Fountain Pumps have been designed for private use.
	They are not designed for operating watering tools and systems.
	The pumps may be used indoors as well as outdoors.

Attention	GARDENA Fountain Pumps have not been designed for con-
	stant use in the industrial sector. Corrosive, easily combustible,
	aggressive or explosive substances (e.g. petrol, petroleum, nitro
	thinner) as well as salt-water or food / drinking water must not
	be pumped.

2. For Your Safety

and animal stock.	the following rule applies:
	maximum length of fish 60 cm
	in 1m 3 of pond water.

If you have any problems with your Pond Filter, please contact our Service.

8. Storing the Pond Filter

Wintering:	1.	Remove the Pond Filter from the pond, unscrew the hose
		clockwise and empty the Pond Filter completely.
	2.	Store the Pond Filter away from frost.

Part II: Operating Instructions

for Fountain Pump WFP 3000 / 5000

Operating the pump

Mains power cables

For Austria

For Switzerland

Visual check

The pump should be operated via a residual current device with a residual current rating of ≤ 30 mA (DIN VDE 0100 -702 and 0100 -738). The pump must be placed on solid, even ground. Please ask your electrician for his advice.

Mains power cables should not have a smaller cross-section than a rubber sheathed cable of the designation H05 RNF. Extension cables must meet the requirements of DIN VDE 0620.

In Austria power cables should correspond to ÖVE-EM 42,

T 2 (2000)/1979 § 22 according to § 2022.1. According to this standard pumps used in swimming pools and ponds should only be operated via an isolating transformer. Please contact your electrician.

In Switzerland mobile appliances which are used outdoors, must be connected via a residual-current device.

Before operating the pump, look to see if there is any damage of the pump (esp. regarding power cable and plug). A damaged pump must not be used. In case of damage, please have the pump checked by our GARDENA Service Centre or by an autho-

Contents of instructions for Pump

Please read these operating instructions carefully and observe the notes given. Use the instructions to familiarise yourself with the equipment, the operating controls, their correct use, and the notes on safety.

For safety reasons, children under 16 as well as persons not familiar with these operating instructions should not use these pumps.

vKeep these operating instructions in a safe place.

1.	The Applications Range of the GARDENA
	Fountain Pump	17
2.	For Your Safety	17
3.	Applications: Examples – System extensions –
	Product Recommendations	18
4.	Using Your Pump for the first time	18
5.	Pump Maintenance	19
6.	Storing the Pump	19
7.	Trouble-Shooting	19
8.	Technical Data	20
9.	Service	20

Check line voltage

Do not operate pump when there are people in the water

Swimming pools and garden ponds

Do not use power cable to carry the pump

Disconnect plug

Temperature of the liquid used

Wear and reduced output

Observe local noise prevention regulations

rised electrician.

Check line voltage. Data indicated on the type plate must match technical data of the mains supply.

The pump must not be operated when there are people in the water.

Swimming pools and garden ponds should be designed accord- ing to international and national design regulations. Please consult a professional electrician.

Do not use the power cable to carry the pump or to pull the plug out of the socket. Protect the power cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.

Please unplug the pump after operation and before carrying out any maintenance works.

The temperature of the liquid used must not be below 4 °C or above 35 °C.

Sand and other abrasive substances in the liquid cause in- creased wear and reduce the output of the pump.

Please observe the local noise prevention regulations.