Persons who have not read and understood the operating instructions should not use the air
pump!
This appliance is not suitable for use by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lacking experience and/or knowledge, except if they are supervised by a person
responsible for their safety or have been instructed in the use of the appliance.
Children should be supervised in order to make sure that they do not play with the appliance.
Application
The pond sludge suction cleaner consists of a round container, into which the suction tube and suction
hose use vacuum to suck up the material which is to be removed. A pump fitted in the container
continuously transports the sludge water via the outlet hose onto the ground or into a drain. Extraction
is therefore generally possible without interruption.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must not be used as a vacuum cleaner for dry matter, only as a
water extractor. Suction without the use of a sponge filter (1.4), and incorrect handling result in the
nullification of the warranty claim.
In order to use the product correctly, please read the instructions below.
For technical data, please refer to the type plate and the table on page 22.
For optimal results and for easy handling, the following accessories are needed: a suction
attachment with brushes (Art. 43190) fixed on a 4 m long telescopic handle (Art. 43798). For
extra filtration of the returning water, one can fix a filtration sock (Art. 43689) on the end of the
hose.
Safety instructions
Attention! Immediately on delivery, please examine the goods for transport damage and for
completeness (see scope of delivery, fig. 1). Make a complaint to the carrier immediately.
When using this appliance, all basic safety instructions must be complied with, especially the following:
Attention! Handling water in combination with electrical devices requires absolute care and attention!
A frequent cause of accidents is lack of attention during routine procedures.
Ensure that your hands are dry when inserting or removing the mains plug.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must never be used as a vacuum cleaner for dry matter, only as a
water extractor.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must never be operated unattended.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must never be operated without a sponge filter (1.4) (below the
suction head). (see fig. 12)
Repairs may be carried out only by an expert.
Before use, all parts must be correctly assembled.
Under no circumstances whatsoever may materials such as explosive or poisonous liquids, glowing
ash, or petrol be pumped (danger of explosion).
Attention – danger to life! Never immerse the suction head (1) into water or any other liquid!
Never hold the suction head (1) under flowing water, and always protect it from splashes!
For cleaning, remove the plug (1.3) from the mains, and wipe the suction head (1) with a damp cloth.
Always clean the pond sludge suction cleaner at the end of work. Never clean the pond sludge suction
cleaner before starting work!
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When pumping, unwind the power cable (1.3) completely. Never pull the pond sludge suction cleaner
by the power cable (1.3).
Ensure that the power cable (1.3) is not trapped, squashed, or driven over. This could damage the
insulation.
Connect the pond sludge suction cleaner only to a correctly installed 230 V socket which has protective
contacts and which is correctly equipped with a residual current circuit breaker (FI 30mA, RCD, VDE
0100T739). If an extension cable is required, ensure that the extension is suitable for the connected
load of the pond sludge suction cleaner. Cable drums must be fully unwound (heat generation).
Remove the mains plug from the socket:
● for cleaning the pond sludge suction cleaner
● for cleaning the dirt pump (2.1)
● for emptying the container (2)
● if the appliance has a fault
● when the appliance is no longer in use
Note!
The pond sludge suction cleaner is fitted with a cut-off switch.
The suction effect is interrupted when the liquid level in the container (2) rises too high, and therefore
triggers the cut-off switch.
Remove the dirt or the foreign bodies from the intake opening of the dirt pump (2.1) (disconnect from
the mains first). See Cleaning the dirt pump.
Never reach into the intake opening of the dirt pump (2.1) when it is running (danger to life).
The pond sludge suction cleaner creates a very strong suction effect during operation! Never come into
contact with the suction opening!
Never direct the suction opening towards humans or animals!
If the appliance tips over while it is in operation, disconnect from the mains immediately! Set the
appliance upright again, put the I/O switch (1.2) into the OFF position, and empty the container.
Before restarting work, it must be ensured that there is no liquid in the suction head.
Check the pond sludge suction cleaner regularly for damage.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must not be operated with a damaged power cable (1.3) or other
damage (from dropping).
Never try to open the appliance yourself, or to replace the power cable (1.3).
Arrange for repairs to be carried out only by the manufacturer. Repairs carried out incorrectly can
cause serious injuries to the user.
Before you pull the plug (1.3) out of the socket, use the I/O switch (1.2) to switch off the appliance.
Never disconnect from the mains by pulling the cable. Instead, take hold of the plug to disconnect the
appliance from the mains.
Do not use the appliance when it is raining, or when a shower or storm is on the way.
The pond sludge suction cleaner must never be operated below the water level. (see fig. A + B)
There is a danger from self-priming, and therefore a possibility of flooding of the suction cleaner and of
the building.
If the end of the suction hose (11) is higher than the location of the pond sludge suction cleaner, a hose
block must be fitted between the suction cleaner and the hose connection, in order to prevent water
from running back into the suction cleaner (danger of flooding).
No-one may remain in the water during the cleaning process. Bathing is forbidden!
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