Intended use
SwimSkim 25, referred to as "unit", may only be used as specified in the following:
• For cleaning garden pond surfaces.
• For aeration and supplying oxygen to garden ponds.
• Operate in accordance with instructions.
The following restrictions apply to the unit:
• Never use the unit to convey fluids other than water.
• Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes.
• Do not use in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, easily flammable or explosive substances.
Installation
How to proceed:
A, B
Press the two floating bodies (1) into the channels in the container (2) provided for this purpose until they audibly en-
gage. Align the air distributor (4) as shown in figure B.
Place the unit in the pond. Submerge the unit until the pump chamber (3) and the container (2) are completely flooded.
Ensure that the skimmer flap (5) is in its correct position.
If necessary, anchor the unit to limit its movement radius. For this purpose, fasten a cord at the lug of the pump cham-
ber (3) and anchor the other end of the cord at the edge or at the bottom of the pond.
Switching on and off
C
W A R N I N G
Possible death or severe injury from hazardous electrical voltage!
• Prior to reaching into the water, isolate (switch off and disconnect) all units/devices used in the water.
• Isolate the device (disconnect from the power supply) before carrying out any work on it.
Switching on: Switch on the mains voltage. The unit switches on immediately when the power connection is estab-
lished.
Switching off: Switch off the mains voltage.
Maintenance and cleaning
W A R N I N G
Possible death or severe injury from hazardous electrical voltage!
• Prior to reaching into the water, isolate (switch off and disconnect) all units/devices used in the water.
• Isolate the device (disconnect from the power supply) before carrying out any work on it.
How to proceed:
D - I
Regular cleaning (D, E): Remove the filter basket (6) and the foam filter (7) from the unit, rinse with clean water and
reinstall.
Complete cleaning (F-H): Take the unit out of the water. Remove the air distributor (4) located beneath the pump
chamber (3). Press in the engagement lugs on three sides of the pump chamber (3) and remove the container (2). En-
sure that the air hose (9) does not slip off the injector (10). Remove the pump (10) and undo the union nut of the injec-
tor (8). Clean all components using clean water and a brush.
Cleaning the pump (I): Open the pump cover (11) with the bayonet closure and remove the impeller (12). Clean all
components using clean water and a brush.
Reassembly: After cleaning the pump and the unit, reassemble in the reverse order.
Important: Route connection cable such that it cannot be pinched. Ensure that the air hose (G, 9) is routed without
kinks. The engagement lugs must audibly click when reassembling the pump chamber (3) and the container (2). Align
the air distributor (4) as shown in figure B.
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