Inpond All-in-one filter 1400

Blagdon Inpond Instructions AW.qxd
Established over 40 years ago, Blagdon are
committed to producing a comprehensive
range of high quality, easy to use, pond
equipment. An ongoing programme of
research and development ensures
excellent performance and value for all
their customers. This product excellence is
demonstrated by Blagdon’s award winning
range of water gardening equipment. As
a result Blagdon’s reputation for quality is
unrivalled amongst experienced pond
gardeners and retailers alike.
Blagdon - The Pond Masters
The name you can rely on
Interpet
Dorking, Surrey, RH4 3YX
Leaflet Code: BG Inpond 1-a
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Congratulations on buying a Blagdon
Water Garden Filtration System.
Manufactured with advanced technology to
create a clean and healthy pond for your fish.
IMPORTANT
Please attach proof of purchase to this manual
and file in a safe place.
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CONTENTS
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INPOND FILTER
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Getting to know your Inpond filter
Parts descriptions / spares codes - with exploded diagram
3
Technical specifications
5
Pump performance / flow chart
5
Installation
6
Electrical installation
Installing Inpond Filter
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7,8 & 9
Maintenance and cleaning
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Cleaning
10
Step by step guides
11
Routine maintenance
11
Monthly maintenance
12
Annual maintenance
13
Winter storage
13
36
Troubleshooting and maximise performance
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BLACK
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Faults - problem procedure
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GREEN
Troubleshooting
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3-4
36
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Consumer advice contact details
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Returning faulty pumps
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Guarantee
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INPOND FILTER
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No.
Part Description
Spare Code
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Filter body
UVC Contact camber
Polymer wool pad
Polymer wool cartridge
Medium foam
Coarse Foam
Filter lid
Locking handle
Locking cap
Double threaded attachment
11/2” Connecting pipe
Pump locking nut
11/2” Impeller cover
O ring
Impeller complete
Pump motor unit
Pump back panel
Light level sensor
Automatic LED Spot light
O ring
LED lamp
LED lamp cover clear
LED lamp screw cap
Ball Joint
30cm Telescopic extension pipe
20cm extension pipe
Control valve & diverter
Fountain attachment
Water bell large
Daisy super
Daisy
Pump cable
Low voltage transformer
Blanking screw cap
Ceramic media
Ceramic media
Screw on hosetails
Silicone hose
Control valve hose attachment
N/A
N/A
1051166
N/A
1051170
1051170
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1017800
N/A
N/A
N/A
1051330
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1017763
1017763
1017763
N/A
1017763
N/A
N/A
1051187
N/A
N/A
N/A
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INPOND FILTER
Pump performance / flow chart
Tech Specification:
Cable Fitted
10 metres
Voltage
12V
Pump
Watts
10
700ltr (154 gal)
Safety Rating
IP68
1.25m max head (4.1”)
Maximum Depth
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1.25 metres CC
12v Low voltage
Maximum Lift
1.25 metres / 4’1”
IP56 Weatherproof transformer
10m of low voltage cable
10w IP68
Lift
Flow rates lph
2.0 metres
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1.5 metres
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1.0 metres
300 lph
0.5 metres
520 lph
0.0 metres
700 lph
LED
Photo sensor activated
0.76w
Flow is given as optimum rate
Specification chart
1400
1400
1400ltr/307.95gal
700ltr/153.97gal
700ltr/153.97gal
525ltr/116gal
262ltr 58gal
25mm/1”
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INSTALLATION
Electrical installation
The power supply must meet the specifications on the product.
The pump is intended to be used with either a weather-proof
cable connector or permanently connected to the fixed wiring
in the main system other than by means of a plug and socket.
The cores in the supply cable are coloured in accordance with the following
code: Brown = Live, Blue = Neutral, Green/Yellow = Earth.
The electric cable is permanently connected and sealed in the motor body.
If the supply cable is damaged the pump must not be used.
Do not use the supply cable to lift the pump as this may cause damage.
WARNING - THIS PUMP MUST BE EARTHED
A Residual Current Device (RCD), also know as the Residual
Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB), with a tripping current not
exceeding 30mA must be installed in the supply circuit.
A means of disconnection from the supply having a contact separation
of at least 3mm in all poles must be incorporated in the fixed wiring.
INSTALLATION
Locating your Inpond All-in-one Filter
The Inpond pump and filter should be located on a firm and level base in the
pond/water feature in a depth of at least 10cm, but no more than 1.25m.
It is advisable to keep the pump off the bottom of the pond to avoid silt
entering the pump causing excessive wear and increasing pre-filter cleaning.
Fountain
Make sure there is ample cable from mains supply. Place filter in desired
location. Add Fountain extension pipes so fountain head is above surface of
the pond. Fountain height can now be adjusted, see ‘Adjusting flow control’
diagram below. See "Getting to know your Inpond" for parts and descriptions.
ADJUSTING FLOW CONTROL
Turn clockwise to increase anti-clockwise
to reduce flow.
BELL FOUNTAIN
Adjust bell by
moving head higher
for small bell and
lower for a wider
bell shape.
For permanent installations to the mains supply, it is necessary to conform to
the regulations of the local electricity authority and this would include the use
of a metal or plastic conduit to protect the cable.
Attention has been drawn to the fact that special rules may exist concerning
the installation of your pond pump (i.e. local building regulations).
These pumps must not be used in swimming pools, or areas where people are
in contact with the water.
Always disconnect the mains electricity supply whilst the equipment is being
installed, repaired, maintained or handled. Consult a qualified electrician if in
any doubt about wiring this product to the main supply.
Tip: Ensure that any fountain or feature fitted does not empty water out of
pond/water feature.
Water Feature
Install as for Fountain. Depending on water feature to be supplied, your
Inpond all-in-one filter can be used with the flow control and the 1/2" hose
fitting or 3/4" hose fitting. Hose clips should be used to secure hose.
Warning - The Inpond pump is provided with a thermal
cut out that temporarily switches off the pump in case of
overheating and the pump may automatically restart.
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT
CONVENIENT INSTALLATION
The Inpond All-in-one filter can be installed either powering a waterfall or
fountain.
Waterfall option
The outlet hose should be smooth bore (not corrugated) pipe installed over
as short a distance as possible with no kinks or bends.
We recommend that Blagdon smooth bore clear hose or Blagdon heavy duty
smooth bore black hose are used.
Fountain option
WATERFALL
MAX 70cm
HOSE
Inpond Filter
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
MIN 40cm
Inpond Filter
The recommended hose size
for your Inpond filter is
stated in the filter
performance and
specification chart.
/1”
CONNECTING OUTLET HOSES
FOUNTAIN
Recommended
Always secure hose with a
jubilee clip.
Warming the hose in a
bucket of boiling water can
aid fitting.
Always ensure that the smaller diameter hosetail is cut off and
removed to prevent reduced filter performance.
Use the shortest possible hose lengths to minimise flow restrictions.
Avoid folds and kinks in the hose, which will reduce flow and filter
performance.
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Opening and locking filter handle
Warning - Failure to carry out routine maintenance leaving the
pump under reduced or no flow conditions for long periods
(i.e. blocked pre-filter) will result in a shorter pump life and will
invalidate the guarantee.
Easy lift integrated locking handle
Locked
Note the handle is in the locked position
The Blagdon Inpond all in one pump is centrifugal with a magnetic impeller
movement driven by a watertight synchronous motor. They require minimum
cleaning, only periodic cleaning of the pre-filter and impeller is necessary.
Routine Maintenance
Carry out routine maintenance when filter flow is visibly reduced.
Locked
1. Switch off electricity.
2. Remove filter from pond (do not use the cable to lift the pump.)
* Ensure the filter is not carried by the
pump cable.
HOW IT WORKS - FLOW DETAIL
Flow control
Inlet grills
Handle is in the central position. This will
enable the filter and pump to be carried in
and out of the pond.
Automatic LED
spot light
Unlocked
Coarse foam
The handle is in the unlocked position
allowing the filter media to be removed and
cleaned.
Low voltage
Pump
Locking
handle
Foams may be cleaned vigorously under a running tap or hose.
Medium foam
Polymer wool
pad cartridge
UVC contact chamber
Inlets
Ceramic biomedia
Inpond UVC upgrade is available as a Blagdon product.
Product code: 1051309
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Adding Interpet Bio Start after filter maintenance will help replenish these
beneficial bacterial populations and is highly recommended during the first
two months of operation when the filter is slowly being colonised.
Ceramic bio media
These will only need very occasional cleaning (once per year), but must be
rinsed in pond water to prevent damaging the beneficial bacteria which help
maintain a healthy pond.
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
LED Automatic Photo Sensor
Polymer wool cartridge
/2“ hose fitting
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The polymer wool pad may be washed a limited number of times before it
starts to lose efficiency and blocks rapidly.
Automatic LED spot light
Ball joint
LED automatic sensor
Replacement packs of polymer wool will be available from your retailer and
are quick and easy to replace.
Pump
If the LED light is not
required you can
permanently remove the
lamp (see removing lamp
section page).
See page 11 on how to remove the cartridge easily from the Inpond filter.
Active hinge
Polymer wool cartridge
- detects when light levels are low/dusk
The LED automatic sensor is
positioned on top of the motor body
between the outlet and the lamp.
Ensure this is kept clean from dirt and
algae as it needs sufficient light to
activate correctly.
This extremely efficient lamp uses less
than 1 watt of electricity which
automatically turns off at dawn.
Annual maintenance of the filter
Check for wear
Polymer wool pad
Once a year you should dismantle your Inpond filter. Dismantle the filter
examining all the parts for wear or damage, replacing any parts showing
obvious signs of wear and/or damage (see getting to know your filter for
replacement codes and parts descriptions on page 2).
Annual maintenance of the pump
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Removing LED Lamp
22
Replacing or removing the lamp
can be easily done by unscrewing
part 23 from the lamp holder
(part 19) then part 22 will be able
to be removed. Allowing the lamp
to be disconnected (part 21).
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Dismantle pump and examine all parts for wear or damage, replacing any
parts that show obvious wear and/or damage (see getting to know your
Inpond filter for parts/description and replacement parts codes). Particular
care should be taken to examine the cable entry points.
Winter Storage
Pump
IMPORTANT - Ensure that the mains supply is switched off and the power
isolated before removing the lamp cover.
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Once a year you should service your pump.
The Inpond filter and pump can be run in the pond during the winter but care
should be taken to ensure that it is fully immersed and cannot freeze solid. If
the pump is not used during the winter follow the annual maintenance
procedure and store frost-free in the house or garage until spring
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TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
Inpond Filter
Inpond Pump
Filter leaks
Problem
• Check that the filter outlet nut and O ring have been correctly assembled
and that they are hand tight.
Low flow from pump
• PTFE tape may be needed to give a water tight seal and should be applied to
utlet hosetails.
2. Follow monthly cleaning procedure.
• Always secure the filter outlet hose with a jubilee clip.
1. Follow routine cleaning procedure if no improvement.
3. Ensure pipe work is not blocked, leaking or is laid so that it gets crushed
or kinked.
Cloudy/brown water
4. Keep the height that water is to be pumped from the water surface (called
Head) to a minimum. The higher the head the lower the flow rate and the
more wear on the pump.
• The flow rate / pond turnover is to high or to low. Check that you have
correctly calculated the pond volume and that pump flow rate is within
limits.
5. Use the largest diameter, smoothest bore pond hose over the shortest
distance and keep hose fittings to a minimum. This removes frictional loss
of flow and so increases pump flow rates.
• The filter is not being supplied with water 24 hours a day. Do not turn off
your pump. Continuous running is needed to maintain a clean
and healthy pond.
Poor Fountain performance
• Insure that the filter is installed on a flat and level base.
• The filter foam pads are insufficiently blocked to trap the fine waste. Treat
with Interpet Clear Pond treatment.
• The water is extremely dirty, remove pond waste and leaves - carry out a
partial water change.
• Filter is incorrectly sized - refer to filter performance and specification
chart.
• The filter foams have not been positioned or replaced correctly,ensure that
the foams fit tightly within the filter chamber.
• Reduced height.
DAISY
• Jets blocked.
To clean, remove
head and rinse.
Or in hard water
areas, use Blagdon
Pond Pump Cleaner.
Clean flow adjuster and fountain
head. Wash under a tap or hose.
Blagdon Pond Pump Cleaner
should be used to remove lime
scale build-up/waste (see diagram)
for improved results.
No flow from pump
1. Check power supply is on.
2. Check fuse and wiring (SEE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION).
3. Follow low flow procedure as above.
If none of the above works contact Interpet (Blagdon) Consumer Advice
Department (See Faults problem procedure Page 16).
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IMPORTANT
FAULTS - PROBLEMS PROCEDURE
Before returning your Inpond Filter to your dealer or contacting our Consumer Advice
Department, please carry out the following steps. This will solve most problems
quickly and easily.
1. Ensure electrical procedures have been followed fully. Check fuses and
any cable connectors/switch boxes.
2. (a) Follow routine maintenance procedure fully. (b) Check location and
connecting your pump details including flow rates. (c) Ensure that your
pond volume and pump flow rate meet the maximum pond size recommended
for the filter model on the filter performance and specification chart. (d) Follow
troubleshooting guide.
3. If there is a mechanical breakdown of the filter or UVC, return to the
point of purchase for inspection and advice (You will need proof of purchase).
CLEARWATER GUARANTEE
The Clearwater guarantee will be honoured for 1 year after proof of purchase.
Clearwater is guaranteed to a depth of 1m, so that fish are clearly visible.
Clearwater is guaranteed provided:
•
You follow all instructions as above.
•
Your filter is within the performance guidelines stated.
•
You consult the Consumer Advice Line and follow any advice to correct the
situation. See details below.
Refunds can only be authorised by Interpet Blagdon.
CONSUMER ADVICE CONTACT DETAILS
Interpet (Blagdon) Consumer Advice Department
Vincent Lane, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3YX
Telephone: 0845 226 7437
(Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm except Bank Holidays - Times may vary)
Fax: 01306 876712
E-mail: [email protected]
www.blagdonthepondmasters.co.uk
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GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for 2
years from the date of purchase, under normal usage. The guarantee DOES
NOT APPLY in case of improper use, negligence, lack of maintenance or
accidental damage to either the filter or UVC. If the filter or UVC fails due to a
manufacturing fault within this period it will be either repaired or replaced free
of charge. Liability is limited to replacement of the faulty product only; no
other costs will be reimbursed.
This guarantee is not transferable and does not affect your statutory rights.
This guarantee does not confer any rights other than those expressly set out
above. This guarantee does not cover the filter foams or UVC bulb, which will
need replacing when worn or every 6 months. If any parts are needed, spares
are available from your retailer.
Environment friendly disposal
You can help protect the environment.
Please remember to respect the local regulations: hand in the non-working
electrical equipments to an appropriate waste disposal centre.