Safety Information
Please take great care when installing and using this pump. This is an electrical device and, as with any electrical
device used in or around an aquarium, caution needs to be exercised. Failure to do so may result in electrocution,
fire, serious bodily injury or even death. Please follow these safety requirements carefully, as failure to do so will
void the warranty and could cause serious safety hazards.
NEVER
operate the pump if it has been damaged
or is malfunctioning.
NEVER
operate the controller with wet hands or
if the controller is wet.
NEVER
re-wire, re-configure or modify the pump
in any way.
NEVER
use with generators.
NEVER
grab the pump or controller by the
electrical cord as this may cause the wires to
become exposed.
NEVER
use the pump in water above
95˚ Fahrenheit.
NEVER
use the pump in anything but freshwater
or saltwater.
NEVER
use the pump for a swimming pool or
other body of water intended for human use.
NEVER
run the pump dry.
NEVER
run the pump in water deeper than
54 inches.
NEVER
install the controller outdoors or in a
wet environment.
NEVER
subject the controller to direct heat,
such as sunlight or heat lamps.
Troubleshooting & Maintenance
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ALWAYS
unplug the pump from its power source
before doing any work on the pump or placing
hands in water.
ALWAYS
leave a bit of slack in the electrical
cord to help absorb any pump vibrations.
ALWAYS
use of a GFCI (Ground-fault
Circuit Interrupter).
ALWAYS
keep away from children.
ALWAYS
run the pump completely submerged
in water.
ALWAYS
run the pump with a drip loop in the
power cord to prevent moisture from reaching
your power receptacle.
ALWAYS
run the controller with adequate space
to allow cooling.
ALWAYS
place the power supply in a cool,
dry location.
Warranty
For warranty information, please visit
www.simplicityaquatics.com/support/warranty/
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