FIAP UVC Active
GB
Information about this operating manual
Please read the operating instructions and familiarize yourself with the unit prior to using it for the first
time. Adhere to the safety information for the correct and safe use of the unit.
Intended use
The FIAP UVC Active series, in the following termed unit, is a UVC clarifying unit for cleaning normal
pond water at a water temperature of + 4 to + 35 °C. The unit is exclusively intended for private use
and may only be employed for cleaning garden ponds with or without fish population.
Use other than that intended
Danger to persons can emanate from this unit if it is not used in accordance with the intended use and
in the case of misuse. If used for purposes other than that intended, our warranty and operating permit
will become null and void.
CE Manufacturer's Declaration
We declare conformity in the sense of the EC directive, EMC directive (89/336/EEC) as well as the low
voltage directive (73/23/EEC). The following harmonised standards apply:
EN 50366, EN 55015, EN 60335-1, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 61547
Safety information
For safety reasons, children and young persons under 16 years of age as well as persons who
cannot recognize possible danger or who are not familiar with these operating instructions, are
not permitted to use the unit!
Please keep these operating instructions in a safe place! Also hand over the operating instructions
when passing the unit on to a new owner. Ensure that all work with this unit is only carried out in
accordance with these instructions.
The combination of water and electricity can lead to danger to life and limb, if the unit is incorrectly
connected or misused. Do not operate the unit if persons are in the water! Always disconnect the
power plugs from all units in the water and from this unit prior to reaching into the water and starting
work on the unit! Compare the electrical values of the power supply with those on the type plate on the
packaging or on the unit itself. Only operate the unit when plugged into an earthed socket. The latter
must have been installed in accordance with the valid national regulations. Ensure that the protective
earth wire is led to the unit. Only use electrical equipment, adapters, extension or connection cables
with an earthed contact which are approved for outside use. The cross section of power connection
cables must not be smaller than the rubber cables identified with H05-RNF. Extension cables must
meet DIN VDE 0620. Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated residual current of max. 30 mA via a
residual current-operating system (FI or RCD resp.). Keep the power plug and all connection points
dry! Protect the connection cable when burying to avoid damage. Electrical installations at garden
ponds must meet the international and national regulations valid for installers. Do not carry or pull the
unit by the connection cable! Never operate the unit if the cable or housing are defective! Dispose of
the entire unit if the cable is damaged, as the latter cannot be replaced individually. Never open the
unit or its component parts, unless this is explicitly mentioned in the operating instructions. Never carry
out technical changes to the unit. Only use spare parts meeting the quoted specifications and original
accessories. For your own safety, consult a qualified electrician if you have questions or encounter
problems!
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FIAP UVC Active
Attention! Dangerous ultra-violet radiation.
The radiation of the UVC lamp, even in small doses, is dangerous for eyes and skin! Never operate the
UVC lamp in a defective housing or outside of the housing.
Switching on, switching off
Attention! Dangerous electrical voltage.
Possible consequences: Death or severe injury.
Protective measures: Disconnect the power plug prior to reaching into the water and commencing
work.
The unit switches on automatically when power connection is established. Note: Switch the pump on
first, then the UVC clarifying unit.
Switching on: Plug the power plug into the socket. Whether or not the UVC lamp is lit can be checked
through the inspection window. Check all connections for leaks.
Switching off: Disconnect the power plug.
Cleaning and changing the UVC lamp
Attention! Dangerous electrical voltage.
Possible consequences: Death or severe injury.
Protective measures: Disconnect the power plug prior to reaching into the water and commencing
work.
For an optimum filter performance, we recommend to replace the UVC lamp after approx 9000
operating hours.
Cleaning the quartz glass
Check the quartz glass for damage and clean its outer face with a moist cloth.
Replacing the UVC lamp
Important! Only use lamps the identification and capacity data of which correspond to the information
on the type plate.
Storage/Over-wintering
Remove the unit at temperatures below zero degrees centigrade. Clean the unit thoroughly, check for
damage and store in a dry and frost-free environment.
Wear parts
The UVC lamp is a wearing part and does not fall under the warranty.
Disposal
Dispose of the unit in accordance with the national legal regulations. The UVC lamp needs special
disposal. Ask your specialist dealer.
Malfunction
Malfunction
The unit performance is not
satisfactory
UVC lamp does not light up
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Cause
Remedy
Water extremely soiled
Remove algae and leaves from
the pond, perform a partial
water change
Quartz glass tube soiled
Clean the quartz glass
UVC lamp capacity exhausted
Replace the lamp after approx.
9000 operating hours
Plug not connected
Connect plug
UVC lamp defective
Replacing the UVC lamp
Connection defective
Check electrical connection
FIAP GmbH, Jakob Oswald Str. 16, 92289 Ursensollen
Tel: 09628 9213 0; Fax: 09628 9213 30; www.fiap.com
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