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ThePondguy RapidFlo 3000 Product Manual

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Table of Contents:

Important Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Technical Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installing Your RapidFlo Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Maintaining Your RapidFlo Pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Extended Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Warranty Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
RapidFlo®
Pump
Product Manual
For Models:
• RapidFlo® 3000
(Item #120970)
• RapidFlo® 4000
(Item #120971)
• RapidFlo® 5000
(Item #120978)
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    RapidFlo® Pump Product Manual For Models: • RapidFlo® 3000 (Item #120970) • RapidFlo® 4000 (Item #120971) • RapidFlo® 5000 (Item #120978) Table of Contents: Important Information......2 Technical Specs .

  • Page 2: Important Information

    2” FPT 120v 60Hz 414 Watts 4,300 GPH 3,900 GPH 3,100 GPH 2,500 GPH 28’ 4000 or MPT RapidFlo 2” FPT 120v 60Hz 528 Watts 5,300 GPH 4,900 GPH 4,200 GPH 3,300 GPH 32’ 5000 or MPT thepondguy.com | 866-POND-HELP (766-3435)

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    TECHNICAL SPECS: (CONT) RapidFlo 3000 RapidFlo 4000 RapidFlo 5000 Package Contents RAPIDFLO PUMP RapidFlo Pump RapidFlo Pump Threaded Nipple Step-Down Fitting w/Gasket Tools Required: Kink-Free Tubing Flexible PVC Tubing (Not included) • Check Valve Assembly • Check Valve Assembly • Hacksaw •...

  • Page 4: Installing Your Rapidflo Pump

    Cut the step-down fitting with the hacksaw to match the tubing size being used for the installation. Step 4 Secure Fitting Slip tubing over the barbed fitting, and secure with a hose clamp. Now move on to Step 7 on Page 5 to continue. thepondguy.com | 866-POND-HELP (766-3435)
  • Page 5 INSTALLING YOUR RAPIDFLO PUMP: (CONT) Step 5 (Flexible PVC Tubing) Prepare PVC Tubing Remove the pre-installed 2” threaded nipple. Install a 2” MPT to slip fitting (NOT INCLUDED) or kit components for a check valve assembly (NOT INCLUDED). Step 6 Glue Plumbing Dry fit your tubing before gluing permanently into place with PVC Glue and Primer.

  • Page 6: Maintaining Your Rapidflo Pump

    (2a). Pull intake screen away from base (2b). It is often a good idea to set screws and small parts in a container or jar to avoid lost parts before reassembly. thepondguy.com | 866-POND-HELP (766-3435)
  • Page 7 MAINTAINING YOUR RAPIDFLO PUMP: (CONT) Step 3 Remove Inner Base Using a #3 Phillips screwdriver, remove the four pump base screws (3a). Next, remove the proper rubber foot to gain access to the fifth inner pump base screw and remove it (3b). Once the inner pump base is free, remove it and set it aside (3c).

  • Page 8: Extended Maintenance

    • Airmax® D-Scale™ Equipment Cleaner • Rag or Scouring Pad (Green Scotch-Brite® Pad) Step 1 Continue Disassembly Loosen the two pump cord strain relief screws (but do not remove them) (1a). Next, remove the four top housing screws (1b). thepondguy.com | 866-POND-HELP (766-3435)
  • Page 9 EXTENDED MAINTENANCE RAPIDFLO PUMP: Step 2 Remove Motor Housing Lift the top housing from the unit (2a). Then with one hand on the internal pump cord, slide the housing away to allow room to work on the unit without interference from the top housing (2b).
  • Page 10 Repeat as needed until all debris and scale buildup is removed. NOTE: Be sure to rinse all components with clean water after using the D-Scale. thepondguy.com | 866-POND-HELP (766-3435)
  • Page 11 EXTENDED MAINTENANCE RAPIDFLO PUMP: Step 6 Clean Rotor Shaft & Rotor Ports Liberaly apply Airmax D-Scale to the rotor, and if possible, use a rigid wire (6a) or small T-handle wrench to clear any debris that may be plugging the rotor shaft and rotor ports (6b).
  • Page 12 NOTE: Be sure to check that the impeller spins freely by hand before completing the reassembly. Step 11 Install Position Lock Screw With the unit on its side (or upside down) reinstall the position lock screw into the motor mounting base. thepondguy.com | 866-POND-HELP (766-3435)
  • Page 13 EXTENDED MAINTENANCE RAPIDFLO PUMP: Step 12 Reinstall Motor Housing Slide the stainless steel body down and onto the lower trim ring (12a). Holding the top housing with one hand and the internal pump cord in the other, slide the top housing back down the cord, onto the stainless steel body (12b).
  • Page 14 (14c). Insert and tighten the four remaining pump base screws. Step 15 Reinstall Pump Base/Intake Screen Align the pump base and intake screen (15a). Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, insert and tighten the three screws for the pump base/intake screen (15b). thepondguy.com | 866-POND-HELP (766-3435)
  • Page 15 NOTES : 15425 Chets Way | Armada, MI 48005...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    In case of warranty claims, the product must be returned to place of purchase accompanied with the original receipt. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING: The Pond Guy Inc. ® We Know Ponds ™ 15425 Chets Way Armada, MI 48005 866-POND-HELP (766-3435) thepondguy.com View other great products online at www.thepondguy.com...

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