Kasco Marine Pond Aerator & Water Circulator - Manual (Page 2)

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Thanks!
We at Kasco Marine, Inc. would like to both thank
and congratulate you on your purchase of the Pond
Aerator or Water Circulator model. We appreciate you
choosing Kasco and for your purchase. Your decision
to purchase Kasco’s Pond Aerator or Water Circulator
will not disappoint you. The Pond Aerator or Water
Circulator will be a great addition to your body of wa-
ter. It will help improve the water quality by adding
much needed oxygen and circulation. We thank you
for choosing Kasco for your aeration needs and want
you to be completely satisfied with your purchase.
Important Safety Instructions
Please read and follow these extremely important
safety and handling instructions for your Kasco equip-
ment. Following these instructions will help ensure
your safety and the quality performance of your equip-
ment.
• Under NO circumstances should anyone enter the
water with the electrical equipment plugged in
and/or in operation. All Kasco equipment is ETL
approved to UL and CSA standards for safety in
water. However, it is NEVER recommended to
enter the water with the equipment in operation.
• Caution should be used when dealing with any
electrical and/or moving equipment.
• NEVER run the unit out of water. It will damage
the seals and create a dangerous situation for the
operator.
• Extreme caution should be used around water,
especially cold water, such as in Spring, Fall, and
Winter, which poses a hazard in and of itself.
• NEVER lift or drag the pond aerator or water
circulator by the power cord. If you need to pull
the unit to the side of the pond, use the anchoring
ropes.
• Do not use waders in deep ponds/lakes or ponds/
lakes with drop-offs, drastic slopes, or soft bottom
material.
• Do not use boats that tip easily for aerator installa-
tion, such as a canoe, and follow all boating safety
rules and regulations, including wearing a PFD
(Personal Flotation Device).
• Single phase Pond Aerators or Water Circulators
are supplied with an internal grounding conductor
and a grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce
the risk of electrical shock, be certain that the pond
aerator or water circulator is plugged into a GFI
protected circuit.
• 3 phase aerators (2.3, 3.3, 5.3) require a startup
test after wiring to ensure proper rotation of the
propeller. If the propeller is rotating in the op-
posite direction, the unit will not perform properly
and internal damage to the unit may occur. (See 3
phase startup procedure)
• Control panels must be installed a minimum of
5ft(3m in Canada) from the inside wall of the
pond, unless separated from the body of water by
a fence wall, or other permanent barrier that will
make the unit inaccessible to persons in the water.
• Control panels must be installed by a qualified
electrician.
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) should
be tested upon each installation and every month
thereafter to ensure proper operation.
General Owner’s Instructions
INSPECT THE SHIPMENT
Immediately inspect your Kasco Aerator shipment for
any visible damages. Also cross reference the parts
supplied with the Parts Included sheet to check for
shortages. Shortages should be reported immediately
to your Kasco Marine distributor or representative and
damages reported to your carrier and Kasco Marine.
CAUTION
WARNING: Under NO circumstances should anyone
enter the water with the unit in operation. Always
operate the unit in the water and keep people and ob-
jects clear of the propeller. Do not lift or pull the unit
by the electrical cord. Always use extreme caution
around electrical equipment and water situations.
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Please see the proper Assembly and Installation In-
structions enclosed in this manual. Each is specific for
your model and size of Aerator. Note: It is extremely
important to test the GFI breaker in the control panel
upon each installation/reinstallation of the unit to en-
sure proper functioning.
WARRANTY
Kasco Aerators are the result of over 35 years of
design and engineering. Kasco products are built to
withstand the toughest conditions. Kasco Marine
backs each Pond Aerator and Water Circulator with a