AquaScape DIY Backyard Pond Kit Mode D'emploi page 10

STEP 7
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• Replace the skimmer face
plate and the two corner
screws and then proceed with
the bottom two corners. Make
sure the holes in the faceplate
that the weir flap clicks into
are on the bottom.(See Ex. 21)
• With the 4 corners secured,
you may now punch the
remaining holes with your awl and thread in all the screws.
Again, be careful not to damage the threads on the nut
inserts.
• Let dry for at least one hour before introducing water.
WARNING
Power tools are not recommended for installing the
screws and may strip the nut inserts
STEP 8
ADD ROCK AND GRAVEL
You can expect to use several tons of stone and gravel for
your water feature. Talk to your Aquascape retailer or rock
yard for help choosing the quantity and sizes of stone and
gravel. Visit www.aquascapeinc.com for information on
calculating the required stone and gravel. Below are some
helpful formulas for choosing the stone and gravel.
Stone Calculation for the Pond
Length x Width / 65 = Tons of boulders
Gravel Used in the Pond
Pond Gravel = 30% total tons of pond boulders
• Start from the bottom and set the largest character
boulders first against the vertical walls, then stack the
smaller boulders on top. (See Ex. 10 on pg.7)
• Be careful when placing any large boulders so you don't
damage the liner.
• The opening on the front of the MicroSkim
by placing boulders on either side and bridging a stone or
piece of driftwood across, creating a cave effect.
Note: Make sure the boulders do not block the water flow into
the skimmer.
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• Cover all remaining flat surfaces with a couple inches of
decorative gravel. This will help lock the boulders in place,
as well as cover the remaining liner, protecting it from
ultraviolet rays, and giving bacteria a place to colonize.
STEP 9
WASH ROCKS AND GRAVEL
• Using a garden hose, wash the rock and gravel down in
order to remove the dust and dirt. Use the pump provided
with the kit attached to a scrap section of kink-free pipe.
The pump can be temporarily be placed in the lowest
point of the pond and the dirty water discharged to a
drainage area in the yard.
STEP 10
COMPLETE THE MICROSKIM
• Insert the Filter Brush Cartridge and the Debri Net into the
MicroSkim . See image below for placement.
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MicroSkim ® Filter
Filter Brush Cartridge
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secures brushes
making it easy to remove for
cleaning
Large volume debris net
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