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EPC12204151MAN
UK
English
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL
WARNING:
Ensure that the UV is switched off at the mains
before you attempt to conduct any type
of maintenance on the EazyPod Complete.
Evolution Aqua Ltd. - Evolution House - Kellet Close - Wigan - Lancashire - United Kingdom - WN5 0LP
t +44 (0) 1942 216554 - f +44 (0) 1942 216562 - e info@evolutionaqua.com - w www.evolutionaqua.com

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  • Page 1 EazyPod Complete. Evolution Aqua Ltd. - Evolution House - Kellet Close - Wigan - Lancashire - United Kingdom - WN5 0LP t +44 (0) 1942 216554 - f +44 (0) 1942 216562 - e info@evolutionaqua.com - w www.evolutionaqua.com...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    - Never look directly at an illuminated UV bulb. - Do not run this unit dry. - Please ensure that the EazyPod Complete is full of water before switching it on. - Always isolate the unit from mains electricity and turn off any water supply before carrying out any maintenance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCING THE EAZYPOD COMPLETE Congratulations on purchasing an Evolution Aqua EazyPod Complete. The EazyPod Complete is an adaption of one of Evolution Aqua’s most successful filters, the EazyPod. The EazyPod Complete is a mechanical and biological filter system with an integrated 18 Watt UV clarifier. The EazyPod Complete is ideal for all ponds of up to 10,000litres.
  • Page 4: Eazypod Complete Overview

    The K1 media is cleaned and moved by connecting an air pump to the air line (D) in the EazyPod Complete, which in turn goes to an air ring (H) in the base of the inner chamber (C). The air ring has small holes in it which causes the K1 media to move and therefore clean itself.
  • Page 5: Components

    COMPONENTS Description EazyPod Complete Inlet Chamber B - Outer Chamber Chamber C - Inner Chamber Air and Valve Assembly (for cleaning) Overflow Assembly Return Pipe Stainless Steel Perforated Pipe Air Ring Stainless Steel Perforated Screen Outlet: 4”-3” (90-115mm) EazyConnector Waste Purge 1½” (50mm) Slide Valve...
  • Page 6: Specification And Flow Rates

    This is the time that it takes for the total water volume of the pond to pass through the filter system once. On EazyPod Complete ponds, where it is used as the only filtration system, a total pond volume turn over of every 1 to 2 hours is required.
  • Page 7: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS 530mm 710mm...
  • Page 8: Installation

    INSTALLATION PLEASE NOTE: EazyPod Complete is designed to be used on a Pump Fed set-up only. We do not recommend installing the EazyPod Complete on a Gravity Fed set-up. The diagram below shows the EazyPod Complete on a typical Pump Fed set-up.
  • Page 9 4. Tip: When connecting to your air pump, cut an inch from the airline supplied on the EazyPod Complete. Insert this into the hose pipe that connects to the air pump. This will help maintain the hosepipe’s rigidity when inserting it into the rubber connector and clip supplied with your air pump.
  • Page 10 “appropriate fall” from the EazyPod Complete to the pond. The pipe work from the pond pump to the inlet of the EazyPod Complete will need to be connected to the 1.5 inch (50mm) slide valve (M). The 4 inch / 90-115 mm (minimum) gravity return pipe work will need to be connected to the rubber adaptor (J) on the outlet point of the EazyPod Complete.
  • Page 11: Air Pump Installation

    Now that you have your EazyPod Complete installed, you will need to connect your air pump to the EazyPod Complete for the cleaning cycle. This will agitate the K1 media so that the waste which has collected in the media can be removed from the system.
  • Page 12: K1 Media Installation

    K1 MEDIA INSTALLATION Now that you have your EazyPod Complete installed, you will need to add the 30 litres of K1 Media that was supplied with the EazyPod Complete. Simply empty the entire bag into the inner chamber (C). CONNECTION TO THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY Electrical installations must be done by a qualified electrician.
  • Page 13: Commissioning And Switching On The Eazypod Complete

    COMMISSIONING & SWITCHING ON THE EAZYPOD COMPLETE Before you run your EazyPod Complete, you should first check that you have installed the filter and pipework correctly. Having taken a last look at your pipework to ensure that everything looks right, switch on the circulating pond pump, and check for any leaks.
  • Page 14: Maintenance Advice

    December with no food fed. Be aware that any movement of the K1 Media in the EazyPod Complete whilst the pond pump is in operation will dislodge the waste collected and will be sent back to the pond and clarity will suffer.
  • Page 15: Cleaning The Eazypod Complete

    (M) on your inlet pressure line and switch off the pump. 9. Allow the K1 media to agitate again for a minimum of two minutes. 10. Open valve (K) to drain again. If the water in the EazyPod Complete is still not 100% clean, repeat the process.
  • Page 16: Cleaning The Uv Quartz Glass

    CLEANING THE UV QUARTZ GLASS ALWAYS ISOLATE THE UNIT FROM ANY ELECTRICITY AND WATER SUPPLIES BEFORE CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE UNIT. If you notice an increase in algae formation and/or see that limescale is forming, you will need to check that the UV bulb is working properly. To ensure peak efficiency, the UV bulb must be replaced every 8000 hours of operation.
  • Page 17: Replacing The Uv Bulb

    REPLACING THE UV BULB ALWAYS ISOLATE THE UNIT FROM ANY ELECTRICITY AND WATER SUPPLIES BEFORE CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE UNIT. If you notice an increase in algae formation and/or see that limescale is forming, you will need to check that the UV bulb is working properly. To ensure peak efficiency, the UV bulb must be replaced every 8000 hours of operation.
  • Page 18: Our Guarantee

    This guarantee is not transferable. It does not affect your statutory rights. Evolution Aqua and its dealers shall not be held liable for any loss of fish, plants or any other livestock as a result of any failure or defect of this product.
  • Page 19 - we are the first choice for everyone from the general hobbyist to the serious fishkeeper. Find out more about the EazyPod Complete and all of our other innovative products at www.evolutionaqua.com. The difference is clear.
  • Page 20 Is 18 watt UV working? Is AirPump 70 in the box? Is there a sticker on the box to say it contains the Eazypod Complete? Packed By: Date: IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING, PLEASE CONTACT EVOLUTION AQUA ON 01942 216554 IMMEDIATELY.

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