Safety Information - Pontec PondoClear Set Instrucciones De Uso

Function description
PondoClear Set 4000 is a filter system for mechanically and biologically cleaning of garden ponds. A pond pump
presses the water into various cleaning stages. Following this the water is returned into the garden pond.
Intended use
PondoClear Set 4000, in the following termed "unit", and all other parts from the delivery scope may be used exclu-
sively as follows:
• For cleaning garden ponds.
• Only operate with water at a water temperature of min. +4 °C to max. +35 °C.
• Operation under observance of the technical data.
The following restrictions apply to the unit:
• Do not use in swimming ponds.
• Never use the unit to convey fluids other than water.
• Never run the unit without water.
• Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes.
• Do not use in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, easily flammable or explosive substances.

Safety information

The company PfG GmbH has built this unit according to the state of the art and the valid safety regulations. Despite
the above, hazards for persons and assets can emanate from this unit if it is used in an improper manner or not in
accordance with its intended use, or if the safety instructions are ignored.
For safety reasons, children and young persons under 16 years of age as well as persons who cannot recog-
nise possible danger or who are not familiar with these operating instructions, are not permitted to use the
unit. Keep children under supervision to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
Hazards encountered by the combination of water and electricity
• The combination of water and electricity can lead to death or severe injury from electrocution, if the unit is incorrectly
connected or misused.
• Prior to reaching into the water, always switch off the mains voltage to all units used in the water.
Correct electrical installation
• Electrical installations must meet the national regulations and may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
• A person is regarded as a qualified electrician, if, due to his/her vocational education, knowledge and experience, he
or she is capable of and authorised to judge and carry out the work commissioned to him/her. Working as a qualified
person also includes the recognition of possible hazards and the adherence to the pertinent regional and national
standards, rules and regulations.
• For your own safety, please consult a qualified electrician.
• The unit may only be connected when the electrical data of the unit and the power supply coincide. The unit data is
to be found on the unit type plate or on the packaging, or in this manual.
• Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated fault current of max. 30 mA by means of a fault current protection device.
• Extension cables and power distributors (e.g. outlet strips) must be suitable for outdoor use.
• Only plug the unit into a correctly fitted socket.
Safe operation
• Never operate the unit if either the electrical cables or the housing are defective!
• Do not carry or pull the unit by its electrical cable.
• Route cords/hoses/lines in a way that they are protected against damage, and exclude that they present a tripping
obstacle.
• Only open the unit housing or its attendant components, when this is explicitly required in the operating instructions.
• Only execute work at the unit that is described in this manual. If problems cannot be overcome, please contact an
authorised customer service point or, when in doubt, the manufacturer.
• Only use original spare parts and accessories for the unit.
• Never carry out technical modifications to the unit.
• The power connection cables cannot be replaced. When the cable is damaged, the unit or the component needs to
be disposed of.
• Only operate the unit if no persons are in the water!
• Keep the socket and power plug dry.
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