Aquascape Powerbead Filter User Manual

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7) Filter Bypass (Fig. 5)

This function allows the recirculation of the pond water without having it come into contact

with the filter media. It can be used when chemical treatments are being used in the pond.
1) Make sure the pond pump is switched off.
2) Move the 6-Way valve (8) to the “Recirculate” position. (Sector number 4)
3) Switch the pond pump on.

Figure 5

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Beads inside the pond

Wrong filter assembly

Makes sure filter assembly has been done correctly

Poor water flow
from filter even after
the filter has been
back flushed

The agitation system
does not work

Make sure that the pump is connected to the correct
power supply.

The internal jets are
blocked

Open the filter and check the internal jets for
blockage. If they are blocked then rinse the jets.

The beads stick together

Open the filter and separate the beads.
Back flush the filter more often

The pond water is
becoming dirtier

The filter cleaning is not
getting properly done

Read the filter cleaning instructions and perform
cleaning on a weekly basis.

5) restoring the Filter Function (Fig. )

1) Switch the pond pump off.
2) Close the bottom drain (14).
3) Restore the 6-Way valve (8) to the “Filter” position (sector 1).
4) Switch the pond pump on.
5) Now your filter is restored.
Attention!! After the first operations to restore the filter

it is possible to find some beads in the pond.
A weekly filter cleaning is suggested.

Figure 3

6) Winter Storage (Fig. 4)

1) Make sure that the pond pump is switched off.
2) Move the 6-Way valve (8) to “Winter” position. (Sector number 0)
3) Drain the water by opening the drain plug (13), the operation will be faster if the bottom

drain is open too (14) paying attention that the beads don’t run out.

4) Wash the filter thoroughly with water. Do not use any detergents.
5) Store the filter in a safe location.
Damages caused from frost are not included in the warranty.

Figure 4

replacement Parts

Part Number

description

29508

Replacement Beads

NOTE: You will need 1 bag of beads for the 4000 and 2 bags for the 8000.