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Maintenance
Regularly check and clean the leaf basket assembly to prevent the flow of water from decreasing.
1. Remove basket and dislodge debris.
2. Rinse, if neccessary, in a bucket of clean pond water. Avoid using tap water, chlorinated water, soaps or
chemicals as this can kill the beneficial organisms living in the ecosystem and poison fish.
Winterization
Prepare for winterization in mid-to-late November, or when ice persistently develops on the pond. Keep
equipment winterized until the water temperature rises to 40º F or higher consistently.
If the pond is to be shut down in Winter:
1. Disconnect the pump. Clean and store in a dry place.
2. Drain any plumbing lines that are not buried below frost line (check your local area's agricultural zone).
3. Use plumber's tape on pipes and shut-off valves. Insulate the pump housing, any exterior pumps and/or
valves exposed to freezing temperatures.
4. Completely empty the tank.
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