Tetra Pond FK3 Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINg – To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be
observed, including the following:
1. Read and follow all safety instructions.
2. DANgER— To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken
since water is employed in the use of this equipment.
3. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is
malfunctioning, or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner.
4. Always unplug an appliance from an outlet when not in use, before
putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Grasp the plug and
pull to disconnect; never yank the plug.
5. Do not allow the pump to become iced up.
6. Do not expose the pump to direct sunlight for a long period of time.
7. Make sure the pump is securely installed and stable before operating it.
8. CAUTION— This pump has been evaluated for fresh water only.
9. Do not use in salt water or highly chlorinated water.
10. These pumps must not be used in swimming pools or areas where people
are in contact with the water.
11. Do not use an appliance for other than its intended use.
12. Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
13. Do not allow children to handle this equipment. This equipment should be
kept away from children.
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FK3 Filtration Fountain Kit
with prefilter and 325 gph pump
How it works:
(See Figure B)
The FK3 Filtration Fountain Kit provides filtration, aeration and circulation
for small ponds under 100 gallons.
1. Water is drawn into the cylinder filter.
2. Water passes through the foam core removing particles.
3. Water is drawn into the pump.
4. Clean water is discharged into the pond through the fountain set.
5. The fountain provides beneficial aeration to the pond.
Includes:
Submersible Pump: 325 gallon per hour @ 1 foot
Pre-filter Includes: Foam insert and threaded adapter
Fountain Set: (See figure E for details)
Figure B
Using Fountain Set
(supplied with FK3,
FROTHY PATTERN
FK5 and FK6 kits)
FOUNTAIN HEAD
PRESS FIT BARBED ADAPTER
FLOW CONTROL CAP
Figure E
Figure A
BELL PATTERN FOUNTAIN HEAD
SPRAY FOUNTAIN HEAD
SWIVEL HEAD
ADJUSTER
LONG STEM PIECE
SHORT STEM CONNECTOR
LONG STEM PIECE
1/2 INCH BARB ADAPTER
3/4 INCH BARB ADAPTER
DIVERTER
SHUT OFF CAP
PRESS FIT THREADED
PIECE FOR PUMP
Filtration Fountain Kits
Submersible Flat Box Filter
SF1 #26592
FK3 #26594
WARNINg:
This plug is supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding
type attachment plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain that it is
connected to a grounding type receptacle.
ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection
To comply with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), and to provide additional
protection from the risk of electric shock, this unit should only be connected to
a receptacle that is protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).
Extension Cords
Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension
cords are identified by a marking "Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances;
store indoors while not in use". Use only extension cords having an electrical
rating not less than the rating of the product. Do not use damaged extension
cords; examine extension cords carefully before use and replace if damaged. Do
not abuse extension cord and do not yank on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord
away from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect extension cords carefully;
disconnect them from the receptacle before disconnecting the product from the
extension cord.
NEVER RUN THE PUMP UNLESS IT IS COMPLETELY SUBMERgED (UNDERWATER).
WARNINg—THIS PUMP IS FITTED WITH A THERMAL CUT-OFF DEVICE
THAT TEMPORARILY SWITCHES OFF THE PUMP IN THE EVENT OF
OVERHEATINg. THE PUMP MAY START AUTOMATICALLY AFTER THE PUMP
COOLS DOWN.
Intended for outdoor use = CSA Enclosure 3
FK5 and FK6 Filtration Fountain Kits
with prefilter and pump
How it works:
(See Figure D)
The FK5 Filtration Fountain Kit provides filtration, aeration and
circulation for ponds 50 to 250 gallons.
The FK6 is suitable for ponds up to 500 gallons.
1. Water is drawn into the flat box filter.
2. Water passes through a coarse and a fine foam pad removing particles.
3. Water is drawn into pump.
4. Filtered water is discharged into the pond through the fountain set.
5. The fountain provides beneficial aeration to the pond.
Includes:
Submersible Pump:
FK5 - 325 gallon per hour @ 1 foot
FK6 - 550 gallon per hour @ 1 foot
Flat Box Filter:
Contains coarse foam pad and fine
foam pad. (See Figure H for details)
Tubing and Fittings:
1 in. diameter hose and two
hose fittings
Fountain Set:
(See Figure E for details)
Attaching the flat box filter: (See Figure C)
Thread one of the adapters into filter.
Thread the other adapter into pump inlet.
Slide tubing onto the hose barbs on the adapters.
Warranty information and mail in warranty card
© 2008 Tetra Holding (US) Inc.
3001 Commerce Street Blacksburg, VA 24060-6671
Tetra® is a trademark
Consumer Support Service (800) 526-0650 • www.tetrapond.com
FK5 #26593
FK6 #26597
on reverse side.
Figure C
Figure D
26594-901