PondXpert TripleAction Submersible Pond Pump/Filter with Integrated UVC
This document provides comprehensive information for the PondXpert TripleAction series of submersible pond pumps and filters, featuring integrated UVC technology. It covers safety guidelines, installation procedures, maintenance, performance specifications, and part details for models 2000, 3000, 6000, and 9000.
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a PondXpert TripleAction 'all-in-one' pond pump. This product is designed using the latest technology to provide a clear, healthy pond for years to come. PondXpert pumps are inspected and tested for safety and performance. Failure to follow instructions may result in product damage or serious injury.
General Safety Instructions
- Read and observe all instructions before installing, connecting, and operating.
- Ensure the pump is securely and correctly installed before switching on.
- Always disconnect the pump when not in use or when carrying out maintenance.
- Always disconnect all equipment in the pond before starting to handle, maintain, repair, or install any pond equipment.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction by a responsible person.
- Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
- For safety reasons, servicing or repair should only be carried out by PondXpert.
- Never hang or carry the pump by the power cord.
- Do not operate the pump with a damaged cord or plug. The supply cord cannot be replaced.
- If the electrical cord is damaged, the product should be scrapped.
Safety and Electrical Connections
This unit is designed for outdoor use only. It is waterproof and should be situated safely under the water surface. Position the pump where it can be easily reached for maintenance and at the opposite end to where pumped water is discharged (e.g., waterfall) to maximize water disturbance.
? UVC Light Warning: Direct exposure to UVC light can damage eyes and skin. NEVER look directly at the UV when switched on. The translucent disc on the strainer cage will illuminate showing that the UV is working.
The pump and ultra violet clarifier are electrically operated, so great care must be taken during installation and operation. The following electrical and safety guidelines must be carefully followed.
Each pump is supplied with a length of 3-core electrical cable permanently connected to the ultra violet clarifier unit and pump. Always disconnect all equipment in the pond before handling.
Wiring Colour Code:
- BLUE - Neutral (marked "N")
- BROWN - LIVE (marked "L")
- GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH (marked "E")
Electrical Regulations (UK):
Installation of this product in a garden is classified as 'notifiable' under the 1st January 2005 revised Building Regulations for England and Wales. You must inform your local authority building control department before installation. Your local authority will advise on approval.
Mains Supply Termination:
- Must be permanent, inside a dry weatherproof enclosure.
- Use a double pole switched fused spur with a minimum contact gap of 3mm (disconnected) to BS 3676.
- Must be fitted with a 3 or 5 amp fuse.
- Exposed cable runs should be positioned sensibly and protected by armoured conduit if necessary.
- A 10mA or 30mA Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCD) MUST be fitted to the mains supply.
- Permanent installations must comply with local electricity authority regulations, which may stipulate conduit use.
- If in doubt, contact a qualified electrician or your local electricity authority.
Frost Protection:
In cold winter weather, the unit may be switched off. It should then be drained of water, removed (if possible) from its installation, and stored in a dry, frost-protected area. The supply cable cannot be replaced; if damaged, the unit must be discarded.
Directions for Use
Your TripleAction Pump should be positioned submerged in the pond with a depth of no more than 2 metres. The unit is a combined pond pump, filter, and UVC.
Model Performance Ratings
| Model | Voltage | Total Power | UVC Power | Max Height | Max Flow | Max Pond | Max Pond with Fish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 220-240V/50Hz | 24w | 5w | 1.6m | 1000lph | 2000L | 1000L |
| 3000 | 220-240V/50Hz | 28w | 9w | 1.6m | 1000lph | 3000L | 1500L |
| 6000 | 220-240V/50Hz | 45w | 11w | 2.0m | 2000lph | 6000L | 3000L |
| 9000 | 220-240V/50Hz | 59w | 13w | 2.5m | 2500lph | 9000L | 4500L |
Attachment of Pond Hose
A multi-stage hosetail is included which accepts hose sized 12/20/25mm diameter.
Part Lists
The following tables detail the components for each model. Diagrams are illustrative and show exploded views of assemblies.
TripleAction 2000 Part List
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Outlet |
| 2 | Elbow Pipe 1 |
| 3 | Filter Cover |
| 4 | Sponge |
| 5 | UV-C Lamp |
| 6 | Elbow Pipe 2 |
| 7 | Cover plate |
| 8 | Filter Base |
| 9 | Bio-cell |
| 10 | Gravel |
| 11 | Water pump |
| 12 | Fountain Head (Tent Type) |
| 13 | Fountain Head (Rain Type 1) |
| 14 | Fountain Head (Rain Type 2) |
| 15 | Fountain Sets Base |
| 16 | Extension Pipe |
| 17 | Nut |
| 18 | Flange |
| 19 | T-joint |
TripleAction 2000 / 3000 UV-C Lamp Components
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 5-1 | UV Light Shell Body |
| 5-2 | Spiral Sleeve |
| 5-3 | Quartz Glass Tube |
| 5-4 | Fasten Screw |
| 5-5 | 45x4 O-ring |
| 5-6 | Quartz Glass Tube Sleeve |
| 5-7 | 60x3.1 O-ring |
| 5-8 | UV-C Bulb |
| 5-9 | UV-C Device Head with Cable |
| 5-10 | Safety Lock |
TripleAction 2000 / 3000 Water Pump Components
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 11-1 | Impeller Cover |
| 11-2 | Rubber Bearing |
| 11-3 | Rotor |
| 11-4 | O-ring |
| 11-5 | Shaft |
| 11-6 | Shell Body |
TripleAction 3000 Part List
(Note: Many parts are shared with the 2000 model. Key differences are listed below.)
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Outlet |
| 2 | Elbow Pipe 1 |
| 3 | Filter Cover |
| 4 | Sponge |
| 5 | UV-C Lamp |
| 6 | Elbow Pipe 2 |
| 7 | Filter Boxes |
| 8 | Runner Plate |
| 9 | Filter Base |
| 10 | Adapter |
| 11 | Water Pump |
| 12 | Fountain Head(Tent Type) |
| 13 | Fountain Head (Rain Type 1) |
| 14 | Fountain Head (Rain Type 2) |
| 15 | Fountain Sets Base |
| 16 | Connection Pipe 2 |
| 17 | O-ring |
| 18 | Connection Pipe 2 |
| 19 | Nut |
| 20 | Flange |
| 21 | T-joint |
TripleAction 6000/9000 Part List
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Outlet |
| 2 | Elbow pipe1 |
| 3 | Filter basket |
| 4 | Clip |
| 5 | Elbow pipe2 |
| 6 | UV lamp |
| 7 | Filter material boxes |
| 8 | Sponge |
| 9 | Runner plate |
| 10 | Filter base |
| 11 | Adapter |
| 12 | Water pump |
| 13 | T-joint |
| 14 | Flange |
| 15 | Fixing-nut |
| 16 | Connection pipe |
| 17 | Fountian sets base |
| 18 | Fountian head (Volcano type1) |
| 19 | Fountian head (Volcano type2) |
| 20 | Fountian head (Tent type) |
TripleAction 6000/9000 UV lamp Components
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 6-1 | UV shell body |
| 6-2 | Sprial sleeve |
| 6-3 | Quartz glass tube |
| 6-4 | Fixing-nut |
| 6-5 | 45x4 O-ring |
| 6-6 | Quartz glass tube sleeve |
| 6-7 | 60x3.1 O-ring |
| 6-8 | UV tube |
| 6-9 | UV head |
| 6-10 | Safety latch |
TripleAction 6000/9000 Water Pump Components
| Part No. | Description |
|---|---|
| 12-1 | Impeller Room |
| 12-2 | Rubber Bearing |
| 12-3 | Rotor |
| 12-4 | O-ring |
| 12-5 | Shaft |
| 12-6 | Motor |
Installation and Maintenance
? Important: Please ensure to switch off the electrical power when cleaning the outside or inside of the pump or changing the UV bulb.
Installation
To achieve a fountain and flow of water:
- Models 2000/3000: Connect parts 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 (for 2000) or 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 (for 3000) together. Choose a suitable fountainhead from 12, 13, or 14 (for 2000/3000) and connect to part 15. Then connect this fountain set to the interface of screw thread on the main unit (part 3 for 2000/3000). Adjust the height of the fountain to the requested height. For model 3000, parts 16 and 18 act as telescopic risers. Submerge the equipment under the pond water.
- Models 6000/9000: Connect parts 17, 16, 15, 14, 13 together. Choose a suitable fountainhead from 18, 19, or 20 and connect to part 11. Screw this part through part 3. Adjust the height of the fountain to the requested height using parts 16 and 18 that act as telescopic risers. Submerge the equipment under the pond water.
- For water flow only: Simply attach parts 1 and 2 to number 3 (for 2000/3000) or parts 1 and 2 to No. 3 (for 6000/9000).
Maintenance - All Models - Foam Filter and Biomedia
Take off the fountain set or hosetail by unscrewing from the main body. Ensure the joining flange from the base of the fountain is then unscrewed and removed (part 14 on 6000/9000, part 20 on 3000, part 18 on 2000). Open the two clips on the side of the main body (4 clips on 6000/9000) to remove the outer strainer cage. Take out the foam filter and rinse under pond water to clear away debris blockages.
- Model 2000: Has two areas of biomedia; agitate with a finger and discard any dirt.
- Models 3000, 6000, 9000: Have pods of biomedia; rinse these pods in pond water (be careful not to unhinge the lid of the pod and lose contents).
Maintenance UV Lamp
UV bulbs degrade over time and are expected to maintain functionality for 6-8 months before needing replacement. They will still illuminate but will not be effective at stopping green water. The UV bulb should be changed at the beginning of every new season.
To access the UV unit:
- Once the lid is unclipped and the foam removed, unscrew the two holding screws to lift the UV unit free of the main product.
- Hold the ballast part (with electric cable attached) in one hand and the long 'chamber' part in the other. Flick open the hinged plastic safety switch (marked 'LOCK').
- Twist the 'chamber' anti-clockwise a quarter inch turn. Once it moves, the part can be separated.
- Model 2000: Pull out the existing bulb from the clear quartz glass tube. Insert new bulb.
- Model 3000: Pull out the existing bulb from the clear quartz glass tube. Insert new bulb.
- Models 6000/9000: Pull out the existing bulb from the clear quartz glass tube. Insert new bulb.
To clean the quartz glass tube: Remove components inside the chamber, unload screw (No. 4 for 2000; No. 6-4 for 6000/9000) to gain access to the quartz.
Maintenance Pump - All Models
Turn the impeller cover in an anti-clockwise direction until the marked position, then separate the pump body and impeller cover. Take out the impeller and gently clean it with clean water and a suitable brush.
Periods of Operation
Maintain filtration 24 hours a day through the fish feeding season (typically early March-October when the water temperature is above 10 degrees C), but preferably all year round. In winter, operating the pump and filter will maintain a background level of friendly bacteria in the filter and help prevent the pond icing up in all but the severest weather conditions.
Limited Warranty
This product is guaranteed for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase for material or manufacturing defects. The guarantee covers the substitution of defective parts. However, the guarantee is considered null and void in the case of improper use, improper handling, or negligence on the part of the buyer. The UV bulb, quartz sleeve, foams, and pump impeller are not guaranteed. If your PondXpert pump fails, please take it back to the retail outlet from where it was purchased. You will be required to provide your receipt/proof of purchase. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Contact Information
PondXpert
A3 Bentley Avenue
Billingham
TS23 4BU
UK
Phone: 01642 370898
Website: www.pondxpert.co.uk
Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled. Please leave it at a local civic waste collection point. ♻️
