Disassembly/Cleaning; Performance Chart - Flotec FPWG-180FK Manual Del Usuario

Installation / Operation / Maintenance
3. Adjust diverter valve to control fountain spray height,
DO NOT restrict pump suction to accomplish this.
Refer to performance chart (Page 3) for maximum
fountain spray height for each individual model.
(When used as a waterfall only-see Figure 3).
4. Pumps connected to pond filters must be adjusted at
the diverter valve to provide adequate flow to the fil-
ter. Refer to filter instruction manual to determine
flow requirement of individual filter units.
5. Use hose clamps to secure tubing connected to divert-
er valve fitting, pond filter or ornamental statuary.
OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
1. Pump is a submersible type and must be under water
at all times for proper operation and cooling.
Never run pump dry!
2. Clean inlet filter regularly. A clogged inlet filter will
reduce flow which can damage the pump.
NOTICE: Most pumps are equipped with a thermal pro-
tector that will shut pump off if operating temperature
becomes too high, possibly due to restricted flow or a
clogged impeller. Pump will restart when the motor has
cooled sufficiently.
Periodically check to see that impeller rotation is not
being hampered by any debris and to clean internal
components.

Disassembly/Cleaning

Risk of electric shock. Make certain that
the pump is unplugged before attempting to service or
remove any component.
To Clean the Screen and Filter:
(The Key Numbers listed below refer to the exploded
view, Page 4).
1. Unplug the pump and remove it from the pond.
2. Remove the hose.
3. Dry the pump and cord.
4. Carefully squeeze the sides of the prefilter (Key No. 6)
together and pull it away from the pump. The prefilter
will unsnap and come off.
5. Remove the sponge filter (Key No. 5) and wash it in
soapy water.
6. Rinse and reassemble.
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Figure 3 – Rotate valve body to direct entire flow
to waterfall
For parts or assistance, call Flotec Customer Service at
To Clean the Impeller:
1. Remove the prefilter (Key No. 6) as described above.
2. Grasp the nose of the impeller cover (Key No. 4) and
3. Models FPWG-180FK and FPWG-260FK:
4. Clean the impeller thoroughly with clean water (not
5. Replace the impeller cover of the pump. Twist it clock-
6. Replace the sponge filter and prefilter. The pump is
tamper with the internal components of the electric
motor or the cable at the rear of pump.
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twist it counterclockwise. The impeller cover will
come off.
A. The impeller assembly will come off with the
impeller cover.
B. To separate the impeller assembly from the impeller
cover, carefully pull the rubber bearing off the end of
the shaft. BE SURE that you don't lose the washer off
the end of the shaft.
C. Slide the impeller off the shaft. BE SURE that you
don't lose the washer off the front of the shaft.
D. Pull the shaft out of the impeller cover. If you are
replacing the impeller cover, carefully remove the
rubber bearing from its socket in the impeller cover.
Model FPWG-400FK:
A. Squeeze and pull the soft rubber bearing on the end
of the impeller shaft to remove the impeller.
B. If you are replacing the impeller cover, carefully
remove the rubber bearing from its socket in the
impeller cover.
from the pond) and reverse the instructions above to
replace it in the pump.
wise to lock it in place.
ready for operation.
Component damage may occur. Never

Performance Chart

Max.
Fountain
Height
Height of fountain spray will
drop proportionally with added
10 Ft.
demands from accessories
(waterfalls, statuaries, etc.).
8 Ft.
6 Ft.
4 Ft.
2 Ft.
24 In.
MODEL 180FK
180FK
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35 In. 63 In.
260FK 400FK
260FK 400FK