the Pond guy MagFlo Serise User manual

Brand: the Pond guy

Model: MagFlo Serise

Type: User manual

MagFlo™ Series

Product Manual

Important Information........................2

Package Contents.............................3

Installing Your MagFlo Pump................. 4-6

Maintaining Your MagFlo Pump .............. 6-8

Troubleshooting..............................8

Replacement Parts ...........................8

Technical Specs ...............................8

Warranty Information.........................8

Table of Contents:

For Models:

• MagFlo 460

(Item #120932)

• MagFlo 590

(Item #120933)

• MagFlo 1000

(Item #120935)

• MagFlo 1340

(Item #120936)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Please read these instructions thoroughly before use. Failure to follow instructions may result in

equipment damage or failure, losses, injury or death.

DANGER:

To avoid possible electric shock:

• If the power cord has been damaged, DO NOT operate. The MagFlo Pump should be replaced.

• Close supervision is necessary when the unit is used by or near children.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

• Connect only to a properly grounded receptacle, which is serviced by a Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupter, and never remove the ground pin from the plug.

• Provide a “drip loop” for the power cord. A drip loop is a downward-

facing loop in the power cord, falling below the level of the electric

receptacle and plug, which prevents water from traveling along the cord

in the direction of the receptacle.

• ALWAYS unplug the MagFlo Pump from power source when it is not in

use.

• ALWAYS unplug the MagFlo Pump from power source before installing,

removing or servicing the MagFlo Pump components.

• If an extension cord is necessary, a cord 14 gauge up to 100 ft. must be

used. A cord may overheat if the cord is rated for less amperes or watts

than the unit rating.

• DO NOT immerse the MagFlo Pump plug in water or attempt to use a wet plug.

• The MagFlo Pump is NOT suitable for use in swimming pools, swimming ponds, or other situations

where bodily contact is made with the water.

Important – This unit is equipped with a permanent magnet. The magnetic eld may aect the

function of pacemakers.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of equipment damage or failure:

• ONLY use the MagFlo Pump in fresh water applications.

• DO NOT place MagFlo Pump near ammable or other dangerous materials or objects.

• ALWAYS unplug the unit if there is no water running through it to prevent overheating.

• DO NOT run the pump dry.

• DO NOT operate during freezing conditions. Drain MagFlo Pump and store in a protected location.

IMPORTANT:

The Pond Guy is not responsible for equipment damage or failure, losses, injury or death resulting from

failure to follow safety precautions, or from misuse or abuse of equipment.

Power Cord

Drip Loop

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MAGFLO PUMP: PACKAGE CONTENTS

* A Venturi adapter can be used to add a small amount of aeration to the water line. To use, attach a standard

1/8” diameter airline tube to the barb of the Venturi adapter, and run the airline tube outside the waterbody

(airline tube length will vary depending on pond size). 

** Frothy Spray Pattern is only available on the MagFlo 1340.

MagFlo Pump Package Contents

A 1 - MagFlo Pump H 1 - Venturi Adapter*

B 4 - Rubber Feet I 1 - Inlet Male Tubing Adapter

C 1 - Diverter Assembly J 2 - Outlet Male Tubing Adapters

D 1 - Fountain Extension Tube K 1 - Volcano Spray Pattern

E 1 - Coupler L 1 - Water Bell Spray Pattern

F 1 - Fountain Pivot Attachment M 1 - Double Volcano Spray Pattern

G 2 - Female Tubing Adapters N 1 - Frothy Spray Pattern**

H I

D F

K L M N

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INSTALLING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP:

Step 1

Determine Installation Method

The MagFlo’s versatile nature allows you to congure

your pump set up in multiple ways. Select the method

below that best suits your application.

Fountain Only

1. Attach diverter assembly (C) to pump outlet of

MagFlopump (A).

2. Attach fountain pivot attachment (F) to outlet

on diverter assembly (C).Connection will be

snug.

3. Attach coupler (E) to outlet onfountain pivot

attachment (F). Attach fountain extension tube

(D) to coupler (E).

4. Attach desired fountain spray pattern (K, L, M or

N) to fountain extension tube (D).

5. Continue to Step 2.

Fountain & Waterfall/Feature

1. Complete “Fountain Only” setup above.

2. Unscrew and remove the diverter cap on the

diverter assembly (C). Attach female tubing

adapter (G) to side outlet of diverter assembly (C).

3. Connect and secure your pond tubing to tubing

adapter with a hose clamp (not included).

4. Connect pond tubing to your waterfall

orwaterfeature.

5. Continue to Step 2.

For Best Results

• MagFlo Pump should be placed on a at

surface away from sludge or algae mats.

• DO NOT run the pump dry. To prevent

overheating, unplug pump if there is no

water running through it.

• Keep MagFlo Pump pre-lter free of

debris.

• DO NOT operate during freezing

conditions. Drain the MagFlo Pump and

store in a protected area.

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INSTALLING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:

Step 3

Plug in Pump

Plug the power cord into a standard 120-volt GFCI

protected outlet.

Step 2

Submerge Pump

Submerge the MagFlo pump in a at area in your pond. For

ideal water circulation, the pump should be at the opposite

end of the pond from where the water will discharge. If the

fountain feature will be used, be sure the spray nozzle is at

least a few inches above the water’s surface.

Optional In-Line Setup

You may use MagFlo pumps in-line (out of the water)

to power a waterfall/feature only, but the pump must

be placed below the water level. MagFlo pumps must

be set up with a ooded suction intake and will not

suction lift.

1. Remove pump intake screen, pre-lter

sponge, and impeller screen.

2. Connect inlet male tubing adapter (I) to pump

intake and outlet male tubing adapter (J or

H) to pump discharge of MagFlo Pump (A).

Connect and secure your pond tubing with a

hose clamp (not included).

3. Connect pond tubing to your waterfall or

water feature.

4. Continue to Step 3.

Waterfall/Feature Only

1. Attach outlet male tubing adapter (J or H) to

pump outlet ofMagFloPump (A).

2. Connect and secure your pond tubing to

tubing adapter with a hose clamp (not

included).

3. Connect pond tubing to your waterfall

orwaterfeature.

4. Continue to Step 2.

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INSTALLING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:

WARNING:

Before performing any maintenance, always unplug the MagFlo Pump from

the power source.

Perform maintenance any time there is a reduction in water ow or

before storing for the winter.

MAINTAINING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP:

Step 1

Unplug and Remove

Unplug the pump and detach from pond tubing.

Remove fountain assembly, if applicable.Move pump

to a dry workspace.

CLEANING THE PUMP

Tools Required: • Damp Cloth or Small Brush

• Descaler such as Airmax® D-Scale™

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Step 5

Adjust Fountain Spray

For the water bell fountain spray pattern (L), it may be

necessary to unscrew or tighten the deector disc on

the top of the nozzle for proper ow. To compensate

for uneven surfaces, adjust the fountain spray

direction by tilting the fountain assembly gently at the

pivot attachment, if applicable for your installation.

Step 4

Adjust Water Flow

Adjust water ow using the diverter valve ow control

located on the diverter assembly (C), if applicable for your

installation.

Step 2

Remove Pre-Filter

Pull rmly to remove the pump pre-lter from the

pump motor.

Step 3

Wash Pre-Filter Sponge & Impeller Screen

Remove pump pre-lter sponge and impeller screen.

Wash thoroughly with water.

MAINTAINING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:

Step 4

Remove Impeller Cover & Impeller

Remove the impeller cover by turning counter-clockwise

and then pulling to separate. Grasp by white impeller and

lift out of chamber.

(Warning: Pump is magnetically driven. You may experience a

magnetic pull when removing and re-installing impeller.)

Step 5

Clean Impeller & Fountain

Clean impeller and impeller chamber with water. Remove

and disassemble fountain connections and tubing

adapters. Washthoroughly withwater. A small brush or

descaler may be helpful. If using a descaler, be sure to

rinse all parts with clean water before reassembly.

(Note: Lower the impeller carefully into the chamber, allowing the

impeller to gently drop into the chamber. Too much force can damage

the pump.)

Step 6

Reassemble Pump

Reassemble impeller, impeller cover, impeller screen, pre-

lter sponge, and pump pre-lter.

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PRODUCT WARRANTY:

MagFlo Pumps carry a 5-year warranty. The Pond Guy

will repair or replace any unit found to be defective. This

limited warranty is extended exclusively to the original

purchaser and begins from the date of original purchase

receipt. Abuse or misuse of this product or power cord

alterations void all warranty. Impeller and lter sponge

are wear items and are not covered by this warranty.

Please call for a RMA number prior to returning product

by calling our Customer Care Department at 866-766-

3435. Failure to request an RMA number may result in

delay or dismissal of your warranty claim.

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We Know Ponds™

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Armada, MI 48005

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MAGFLO

PUMP MODEL

REPLACEMENT

IMPELLER

REPLACEMENT

FILTER SPONGE REPLACEMENT FOUNTAIN KIT

MagFlo 460 #120941 #120950 #120958

MagFlo 590 #120942 #120950 #120958

MagFlo 1000 #120944 #120952 #120960

MagFlo 1340 #120945 #120953 #120960

TECHNICAL SPECS :

MODEL VOLTAGE WATTAGE CORD GPH @ 3’ HEAD MAX HEAD DISCHARGE INLET FITTING

MagFlo 460 120V / 60 Hz 45 Watts 20’ 260 GPH 7’ ½” 1” ½” & ¾”

MagFlo 590 120V / 60 Hz 40 Watts 20’ 420 GPH 7.5’ ½” 1” ½” & ¾”

MagFlo 1000 120V / 60 Hz 70 Watts 20’ 760 GPH 9’ ¾” 1” ¾” & 1”

MagFlo 1340 120V / 60 Hz 125 Watts 20’ 1250 GPH 13.5’ ¾” 1” ¾” & 1”

TROUBLESHOOTING :

Pump does not turn on:

• Check that the power cord is connected.

• Check to see if the GFCI or main circuit breaker is tripped.

• Check to see if GFCI is faulty.

• Check power cord for damage.

Pump turns on and then shuts o:

• Verify pump is completely submerged for proper cooling.

• Check for debris clogging the pump intake.

• If using an extension cord, verify that it is of the proper rating for the pump’s electrical

requirements.

Reduced water ow:

• Check for debris clogging the pump pre-lter.

• Perform maintenance cleaning of the pump.

• Verify that water level is sucient and pump is completely submerged.

• Check plumbing for clogs.

MAINTAINING YOUR MAGFLO PUMP CONT:

Note: Diverter discharge accepts 1/2” & 3/4” ttings.

REPLACEMENT PARTS :

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