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- Page 1 F100 F200 Livingponds Filter ™ Operating Manual & Installation Guide Read entire instructions prior to assembly and operation. Model F200 Livingponds Versatile Filter ™ Model F100 Livingponds Waterfall Filter ™...
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Page 2: Warranty
In steps of assembly where there are differences these differences are highlighted in the text. Recommended Flow Savio filters are designed to operate 24 hours a day throughout the season. Maximum pump flow for Waterfall Filter ™... - Page 3 Waterfall Filter Components: (Model F100) 2 nylon lid bolts RF003 1.5” inlet non-skid lid male adapter 1.5” 90 º inlet RF004 threaded elbow #436015 4 media stabilizers 410015 RF008 (4) 1” ss screws 1.5” inlet RF003 bulkhead weir seal RF014 RF013 waterfall filter housing...
- Page 4 Versatile Filter Components: (Model F200) 2 nylon lid bolts RF003 1.5” inlet non-skid lid 1.5” 90 º inlet male adapter RF004 threaded elbow #436015 4 media stabilizers 410015 RF008 2” discharge 1.5” inlet bulkhead bulkhead RF014 RF015 waterfall filter housing 2”...
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Page 5: Filter Placement
Filter Placement Waterfall Filter Model F100 Filter at top of waterfall. Filter at top of stream Choose a location for the S Waterfall Filter at the highest point in the system, at the ™ top of the waterfall or streambed. Place the waterfall opposite the primary viewing area for maximum effect. -
Page 6: Filter Assembly
Filter Assembly Follow the instructions below to pre-assemble filter before installation. Set aside internal components for later installation. Attach Inlet and Drain Bulkheads To attach inlet and bottom drain bulkheads put the gaskets and large side of the bulkheads on the inside of the filter housing. Install the lock nut on the outside with the smooth surface facing the filter housing. -
Page 7: Connect Plumbing
Connect Plumbing Attach threaded male pipe adapter to Apply teflon tape to threads on the bulkhead at the top of the filter. male pipe adapter. While glue is still wet, attach PVC Apply primer and glue to PVC. to the male adapter. ™... - Page 8 Install Waterfall Filter (Model F100) Excavated soil from the pond can be used Bury the filter for stability. Level the to create a runway for a waterfall. Use a unit so that it is 1⁄4” lower in front than retaining wall of blocks to provide shape in back (when the filter is placed it and underlying structure.
- Page 9 Install Waterfall Filter (Model F100) slide liner between filter & bottom weir supports liner Gently lift weir front. Next slide liner Insert and gently tighten four 1” ss upward between filter and bottom screws into the holes in the waterfall weir supports.
- Page 10 Install Versatile Filter (Model F200) Instructions for attaching waterfall liner directly to front of the filter. (For remote installation & pipe discharge options see page 11). Hold liner flat against filter and find the Pull liner up flush against face of filter. center of hole.
- Page 11 Remote Install / Pipe Discharge (Model F200) For remote installations with pipe discharge it is critical to have an 8” minimum vertical drop at the filter outlet (see below). A maximum 10’ pipe run can be achieved with this plumbing configuration. 2”...
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Page 12: Final Assembly
Final Assembly Lower media grate into position. Slide baffle down grooves inside filter. Place filter mat pad on top of the Hold filter media, pull from the Springflo Bio Filter Media. ™ bottom center of the roll. Media will self dispense to fill filter chamber. Insert media stabilizers into Put lid into place, secure with underside of lid. -
Page 13: Periodic Maintenance
Start Ecosystem Natural Beneficial Bacteria ™ to help Once the filter is installed and the pond is complete add establish and maintain the pond (sold separately). The living bacteria develop on filter media, the waterfall bed and pond liner. They help control green water, chemical toxins and pond waste. After four days fish can be added. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Faults Possible Causes Remedies Water flows slowly a) I. Check pump operation. a) Pump is turned off or obstructed. from filter. II. Remove any obstruction. b) Remove obstruction. b) Feed line is obstructed. a) Add beneficial bacteria and wait 3-4 weeks. a) Bacteria have not established. - Page 15 Appendix: Alternate Installations Multiple Filters Run one or more units to increase filtration and/or waterfall effects Two S Livingponds Waterfall Filters ™ operating in tandem. filtration capacity: 10,000 gallons max flow rate: 10,000 gph Livingponds Versatile Filter ™ operating in series with a Waterfall Filter. ™...
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Page 16: Customer Service Information
Customer Service Information Engineering, Inc. 8 Water Garden Way Santa Fe, NM 87508 USA http://www.savio.cc • email: support savio.cc Innovative, precision engineered solutions Advanced water gardening products for healthy, clean living ponds. Pond Packages Livingponds Filters Skimmerfilters ™ ™ Ultraviolet Clarifiers...
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