Tetra Pond BP1500 Guia De Inicio Rapido página 3

For maximum flow, use 1½ in. ID tubing. Also fits 1¼ in. ID tubing.
Use Tetra Pond kink-free tubing for best results.
TIP: For maximum flow; attach the largest tubing fitting. Use a saw to cut the filter
outlet/inlet fitting(s) to match the tubing you have selected.
A biological filter must undergo a period of "maturation" before it is fully efficient. During this period of time, beneficial bacteria grow
and colonize on the biological filter media until the bacteria population is large enough to purify the waste in the water. The initial
maturation of the filter takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks (after spring has arrived). To avoid dangerous levels of pollutants during this
maturation period, gradually introduce the pond fish and be sure not to overfeed them. Run the filter 24 hours a day.
It usually takes less than 2 minutes to clean the filter.
There is no need to open the unit or get your hands dirty.
Follow these 5 simple steps:
1. Remove the backflush cap.
2. Turn valve to CLEAN position.
3. Backflush for 30 seconds and then turn the valve back to POND position for 5 seconds and then back to CLEAN position until
water coming out is relatively clear.
4. Turn valve to POND position.
5. Replace the backflush cap on port.
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1. The water flow is reversed and forced down the center tube.
2. The water jets create a whirlpool effect in the bio-activator chamber.
3. Dirt and debris is loosened from the bio-activators.
4. Dirty water is discharged out the backflush port into the garden.
A thin layer of bio-film containing beneficial bacteria will remain on the
bio-activators.
The discharged water is full of nutrients and can be used to nourish ornamental
garden plants.
TIP: If the water flow still looks weak after the backflush operation, open the lid and
check to see if the strainer is clogged with string algae or debris. Remove any
debris that has accumulated on the cage.
See assembly instructions for more details.
Bio-Activators - Should you lose any bio-activators, there is replacement media is available. Please contact our specialists at Tetra Customer
Care.
MATURATION OF YOUR FILTER
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HOW IT BACKFLUSHES
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