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Useful information about pond pumps and fountain pumps

The central point of the technical equipment of each pond is the pond pump. It provides for the movement and filtering of the water and partly also fulfills design requirements in the form of water plays. The pumps used for this are characterized by a robust design, low-maintenance motors and high safety standards for operation in water...

  • What was pond and fountain pumps?

  • Which pond and fountain pumps are available from Conrad?

  • What was the point of purchase for pond and fountain pumps?

  • What must be taken into account when installing the pond pumps?

  • How can defects and sources of error be detected in pond pumps and fountain pumps?

What was pond and fountain

The central point of the technical equipment of each pond is the pond pump. It provides for the movement and filtering of the water and partly also fulfills design requirements in the form of water plays. The pumps used for this are characterized by a robust design, low-maintenance motors and high safety standards for operation in water. The latter is reflected in the types of protection for operation in water. For example, the equipment with the IPX8 degree of protection protects against water ingress during immersion for an indefinite period of time. For this purpose, the electrical components are usually completely cast into plastics.

The task of the pond water pumps is to generate and maintain a certain water pressure in order to guarantee the desired water outlet over level differences between the water source and this water outlet.

 

For this purpose, the water is sucked in via a filter device. The filter retains coarse mechanical components that could damage the motor or the driven pump itself. A motor drives the actual pump inside the housing, which sucks in the water and pushes it to the outlet. The water can be output via a fountain pipe or to other components for water purification or recycling. Some models have an additional connector for skimmer – specially designed equipment to clean the water surface. New generations of pond pumps have integrated, multi-stage filters and are multifunctional.

Energy-efficient split-tube motors are often used as motors. This type of engine has a hermetic seal between moving and stationary components and a good power yield. Often, the drive motors are protected against overload by means of thermal switches.

The different performance and equipment of the pumps ensures a large price range up to the middle three-digit euro range.

Operating instructions are usually illustrated in detail to facilitate the installation of the pond and fountain pumps and their regular maintenance.

Which pond and fountain pumps are available from Conrad?

The range of pond pumps and fountain pumps can be filtered at Conrad according to various criteria such as price, new products and offers, customer evaluation and availability in the branches.

With the help of the selection by manufacturer (brand) you can find suitable components for retrofitting to your system.

The technical parameters for pumps are divided into the shop menu by:

  • Flow rate from 400 to 40,000 liters per hour
  • Power consumption from 5 to 950 watts
  • Category as floating waterfeature, fountain pump, pond pump or fountain pump
  • Delivery height from 0.7 to a maximum of 9.5 meters

Special features: With lighting, filter function, fogger or skimmer connection

What was the point of purchase for pond and fountain pumps?

Estimate the real need before buying. A reserve should be planned especially at the delivery height in order to safely exclude overloads.

Inform yourself about the water quality at the planned place of use, in order to be able to take precautions against calcification, for example.

The pumps used should meet all common safety standards.

What must be taken into account when installing the pond pumps?

Electrical installations in garden ponds and swimming pools must comply with the statutory provisions applicable at the place of installation. The same applies to water technology. Keep in mind that you are working with the "arch enemies" of water and electricity. There is a risk of electric shock. Make sure that the environment is dry for all cable connections and extensions.

Only use cables that are approved for outdoor use. Connecting cables to the 230 V mains must not have a cross-section smaller than rubber hose lines with the symbol H05RN-F. Extension cables must comply with DIN VDE 0620. Only use cables when they are unwound.

The device must not be operated if the cable or housing is defective. Some devices may not be repaired in these cases, but should be disposed of.

Pumps must not run dry as the flowing water can also perform a cooling function.

If a safety transformer is used, it must be installed in a safe place to flood and have a minimum distance of 2 meters to the edge of the pond.

Always unplug all devices in the water before working on the device.

Secure the transformer of the pump via a residual current protection device. The required rated fault current can be found in the operating instructions.

Always protect the pump from frost. If there is a risk of frost, the pump should be removed from the pond and stored in a frost-proof location.

Contact an authorized service center or, if in doubt, the manufacturer if problems cannot be resolved.

Pay attention to any remaining warranty claims not only of the pump but also of the installation environment. In the event of any interference not provided for in the operating instructions, the manufacturer's warranty will normally also expire. 

How can defects and sources of error be detected in pond pumps and fountain pumps?

  • Unusually loud pump operating noise or significantly decreasing pump performance
  • If one of the pumps does not start, check the fuse, voltage and all live elements for open or short circuit. The drive unit may be blocked.
  • If the pump is not pumping water, check the water level at the source, any filters that may be present, the inlets and outlets for contamination or calcification, the suction line for damage, kinks or blockage, the presence of the correct operating voltage and the pump housing for damage. Even too long lines or too small hose diameters as well as exceeding the maximum delivery height can lead to the lack of water delivery.
  • At the exits of water plays, lime can deposit out of the water, which can affect the litter or even completely block the fountain pipe.
  • In case of leaks at the pump, check that the pump housing has been reassembled exactly according to the instructions, for example after maintenance. Check for loose screws, cracks and damage, also check the pump diaphragm, all connections and lines for damage.
 
This text is machine translated. Useful information about pond pumps and fountain pumps The central point of the technical equipment of each pond is the pond pump. It provides for the movement and filtering of the water and partly also fulfil...