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D r a c o D r u m ™
M i n i m a U s e r G u i d e V e r . 1 . 2
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  • Page 1 ™ Minima User Guide and Installation Manual D r a c o D r u m ™ M i n i m a U s e r G u i d e V e r . 1 . 2 Page 1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............................3 Product Information ..........................4 Getting to know your DracoDrum Minima ..................... 5 Installation .............................. 8 Attaining Correct Water Level ......................8 Float Switch ............................8 Control Unit ............................9 Using Your DracoDrum Minima ......................9 Starting your Drum for the First Time ....................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your DracoDrum Minima Combi The unit is designed for simplicity of installation and use. On the following pages we will show you the different components of your combi, how to install it and how to perform fault finding if something should stop working as it should.
  • Page 4: Product Information

    Stepped down to 12V DC via the control box Motor 12V DC Brushless , 4 step planetary gear, digital stepper drive, output 22RPM Valve 12V DC Solenoid actuation Dimensions Minima Width – 350mm Overall height – 488mm Length – 1215mm Height above water level (gravity fed) –...
  • Page 5: Getting To Know Your Dracodrum Minima

    Getting to know your DracoDrum Minima A – Bio area lid B – Drum area lid C – Junction box D – Waste Water Outlet E –Water Inlet F – Waste Tray Access G – Water Valve H -- Outlet I –...
  • Page 6 A – Spray Bar B – Drive motor on swing mount C – Water level sensor D – Water Valve E – Junction Box D r a c o D r u m ™ M i n i m a U s e r G u i d e V e r . 1 . 2 Page 6...
  • Page 7 A – Air Line B – Fluid Media Baffle C – Rear Plate for Fluid Media Baffle Bypass Plate If you need to bypass the drum, for instance if you are treating for flukes, there is a bypass plate that can be removed from inside the drum itself and is secured by 2 self tapping screws.
  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Make sure that the Minima is placed onto a flat surface . The unit is not designed to be moved once it contains water. When you receive your Minima the spray bar will be in ‘transit position’. Once unpacked, lift the spray bar enough to turn the valve clockwise half a turn, until tight and then gently place the spray bar back down into its holder.
  • Page 9: Control Unit

    Making Adjustments Your DracoDrum allows you to make 2 adjustments to it, the length of the wash and the height of the water sensor in gravity mode.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Height Of The Sensor

    Adjusting the height of the sensor For gravity fed units the sensor is on the clean side of the drum. This sensor is triggered when the micron screen becomes dirty and blocked and the water level starts to drop as not enough water is able to get through.
  • Page 11: Led Lights On The Control Box

    All drums produce some noise whilst they are going through a wash cycle and the DracoDrum Minima is no different. However with the lid down and, in our own system, the decking covers down , it is very much just a background noise, it does not sound like someone is trying to excavate your back garden and in fact we have found it allows you a smile knowing that your Drum is doing its thing whilst you can enjoy the serenity of your koi and garden.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    General Periodically to is wise to purge your filter. Although DracoDrum filters down to 58 micron, there are still particles smaller than this in the waste column. These can congregate within a filter and on our own heavily stocked system, a bi-monthly cleanout is usually carried out. You will get a feeling for how often you need to do this as every system is different.
  • Page 13 (gravity) or drop the drum lower in the water (pump) to resolve this. Diagnostics The DracoDrum should be virtually problem free, but like any electro mechanical device, it may occasionally need help. The 4 LED’s on the control panel can help to diagnose issues.
  • Page 14: Breakages

    Breakages The DracoDrum is completely modular meaning that if you should have an accident, all parts are replaceable without having to buy a new drum. We are able to supply your local dealer with all replacement parts, up to and including the chassis and drum itself, so that your drum can be fixed and up and running again in a short period of time.
  • Page 15: Dracodrum Guarantee

    Liability is limited to replacement of the defective parts. This guarantee is not transferable. It does not affect your statutory rights. DracoDrum Ltd and its agents shall not be held liable for any consequential loss caused by or arising from the use of any DracoDrum products including loss of fish, plants or any other livestock as a result of any failure or defect of this product.
  • Page 16 Use of parts and accessories which are not DracoDrum Genuine Components. o Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than DracoDrum or its authorised agents. Any dispute arising from the provisions of the manufacturer’s guarantee will be dealt with under the laws of England and Wales.

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