Maintenance Recommendations; Troubleshooting Tips - Kasco 3400EVFX Owner's Manual

Normal Water level
Anchor Rope
Secondary Weight
Low Water Level
High Water Level
STEP THREE
At this time the Fountain or Aerator is ready for opera-
tion. It can be plugged into the power supply at the
pond edge. ENJOY YOUR NEW KASCO EQUIP-
MENT!

Maintenance Recommendations

Under No Circumstances should anyone enter
the water while a fountain is operating. Turn Off and
Disconnect electrical power prior to any Maintenance
or Servicing
RCD (Residual Current Device) or GFCI are a safety
feature that can also alert you to electrical leaks in the
equipment. It is extremely important to test the RCD
upon installation, each reinstallation, and monthly
thereafter to ensure proper operation. If you have
repeat, consistent trips on your ground fault, the equip-
ment should be disconnected and removed from the
water. The power cord should be inspected for dam-
age and you should call a Kasco Marine distributor or
representative for further instructions.
If the supply cord becomes damaged, it must be
replaced by an authorized service center, or similarly
qualifi ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.
OBSERVATION: Operating equipment should be
observed on a regular basis (daily, if possible) for any
reduction or variation in performance. Disconnect
electrical power and inspect if any reduction in perfor-
mance is noticed.
Kasco Power
Control Box
Power Cord
WINTER STORAGE: In regions where there is sig-
nifi cant freezing in the wintertime, Fountains should
be removed from the water to protect them from the
expansion pressure of the ice. Storage over winter is
best in a location that is out of the sun and cool, but
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above 0 C.
CLEANING: Equipment should be removed from the
water at least once per year (at the end of the season
in cold climates) to clean the exterior of the system,
especially the stainless steel motor housing (can). The
motor housing is the surface that dissipates heat into
the water and any algae, calcium, etc. build-up will be-
come an insulator that blocks heat transfer. In warmer
regions it is recommended that the motor is removed
and cleaned at least two to three times per year de-
pending on conditions. In most cases a power washer
will be suffi cient if the unit and algae are still wet.
SEAL AND OIL REPLACEMENT: This is a sealed
motor assembly and seals will wear out over time
(similar to break pads on a car). Replacement of the
seals and a change of oil after three years may add
longevity to the operation of the motor, saving you the
cost of more expensive repairs. In warmer climates
where the equipment runs most or all of the year, it is
a good idea to replace seals more regularly than you
would need to in colder climates where the unit is
removed from the water for several months.
ZINC ANODE: A Sacrifi cial Zinc Anode is supplied
on the shaft of all Kasco 50Hz Fountains for protec-
tion of the equipment from corrosion and electroly-
sis. The zinc anode should be updated (replaced) if
reduced to half the original size or if white in color.
Corrosion from electrolysis is more commonly associ-
ated with saltwater or brackish water, but as a matter
of precaution, it is important to periodically check the
zinc anode in all installations (at least every two to
three months).
Seal replacement and all other repair services should
be performed by Kasco Marine or a Kasco trained
Authorized Repair Center.

Troubleshooting Tips

For more tips and information contact your Kasco
distributor or go to
www.kascomarine.com (Under the technical tab)
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