Hozelock Ecopower+ 2500, Ecopower+ 5000, Ecopower+ 10000 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Ecopower+

2500/5000/10000

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION,

AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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Hozelock Cyprio Ecopower+ garden pond
filters can be sited almost anywhere. (See
a,b,c Fig 1) and teamed with the
appropriate pond pump, they will remove
unwanted solids from the water and convert
dissolved organic and chemical fish waste
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nto harmless compounds. In addition, these
combined filter/UVC units will give
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uaranteed Clear Water if the advice given
in the Hozelock Cyprio Filter Equipment
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election Chart and in these instructions is

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dhered to.

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AFETY AND ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS

From 1st January 2005 installing this
product in the garden is classed as
'notifiable' in the revised Building
Regulations for England and Wales. The
R

egulations now require you to tell your
local authority building control
d

epartment that you intend to install this
p

roduct before installation. Your local
a

uthority will let you know how you can
get your installation approved.

Safety Information

The 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 concerning use of
the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.

(Australia & NZ only) This
appliance is not intended for use
by young children or infirm
persons unless they have been
adequately supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that
they can use the appliance safely.

Young children should be
supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.

The 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 concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

!

Always disconnect all equipment in the
pond before starting to handle, maintain,
repair or install any pond equipment.

!

This product is

NOT SUBMERSIBLE

, and
should be sited where it cannot fall into the
water or become waterlogged. However,
the design is weatherproof and Ecopower+
filters can be safely installed outdoors.

!

Important – This product is not suitable
for use in direct sunlight over long periods
of time, as this may cause the product
to overheat.

!

Direct exposure to ultra-violet light can
damage eyes and skin.

DO NOT

attempt to
view the ultra-violet lamp when lit. To check
the lamp look at the opaque inlet
Connector (See ‘A’ Fig 2) which will glow
when the lamp is on.

!

This product is supplied complete with 5m
of 3 core electric cable. For connection to
the mains supply, use only three-core cable
Ref: HO5 RN-F. This has a minimum copper
cross-section of 0.75mm

2

with

Polychloroprene Rubber Insulation. The

termination to the mains supply should

be permanent, inside a dry weatherproof
enclosure, through a double pole switched
fused spur with a minimum contact gap of
3mm - (disconnected) to BS 3676 - and fitted
with a 3 or 5 amp fuse.

!

Exposed cable runs should be sensibly

p

ositioned, and protected if necessary by
armoured conduit, especially if contact is
l

ikely with gardening equipment such as
forks and lawn mowers, or children and
a

nimals.

!

A

10mA or 30mA Residual Current Circuit

B

reaker (RCD) MUST be fitted to the mains

supply.

!

Permanent installations to the mains
supply (hard wiring) must comply with the
regulations of the local electricity authority,
which may stipulate the use of plastic or
metal conduit to protect the cable.

!

If in any doubt about wiring to the mains
supply, consult a qualified electrician or your
local electricity authority.

!

Protect from frost. In cold winter weather
(when fish are not active and algae growth
c

eases), the unit may be switched off. It
should then be drained of water, removed
(

if possible) from its installation and stored

i

n a dry, frost-protected area.

SIZING THE EQUIPMENT

The Filter Equipment Selection Chart
overleaf gives general guidelines on the
specifications of pump, filter, UV and
flexible hose diameter for garden ponds up
to 10000 litres (2200 gallons), with stocking
options for goldfish or Koi. For best results
the following condition factors must also be
taken into account.

DEPTH

Hozelock Cyprio recommends a minimum
depth of 1.2m (4’) for Koi ponds. For a pond
with an average depth of less than 0.75m (2’
6”) the Condition Factor is + 25% (ie add
25% to the pond volume if less then 0.75m
deep) Shallow ponds are subject to full
penetration of sunlight, and warm up
quickly. This encourages the growth of
algae.

INSTALLATION

Locate the Ecopower+ on firm, level
ground where you can access it
conveniently for maintenance.

LOCATION

Pond location determines the daily amount
of sunlight or shade a pond receives. Ponds
exposed to full sunshine throughout the day
have a Condition Factor of +25%.

CLIMATE

Climate affects water temperatures and fish
activity rate/feeding requirements. The more
active the fish, the greater the demands on
the filtration system.
In hot climates (i.e. South Africa), the
Condition Factor is +35%
In temperate climates (i.e. Southern
Europe), the Condition Factor is +15%
In a Northern European climate (i.e. most
areas of Great Britain), the Condition Factor
is +0%.

EXAMPLE

You have a 2250 litres (500 gallon) goldfish
pond 0.6m (2’) deep (Condition Factor
+25%). You live in London - a Northern
European climate (Condition Factor +0%).
The pond is exposed to full sunlight (+25%).
The effective volume of your pond is
therefore increased by 50% (25% + 25%),
and you would need to size your equipment
as though your pond held 3375 litres (750
gallons)

1.0 Wiring and Installation
Important:

The pump supplying this unit must not have
a maximum head exceeding 6m (3.8 PSI, 0.3
Bar) The table in these instructions will
guide you through the best pump to be

fitted with your filter. This product is
designed to be permanently wired to a
mains supply housed in a dry, weatherproof
enclosure. Once installed the water will flow
through the filter as shown in Fig 3

1.1

Ecopower+ filters are pump-fed,
external filters with an integral UVC unit,
i

deal for being partially buried adjacent
to your pond or being positioned above
ground if desired. The filter may also be
concealed at the top of a waterfall (See
a, b, c Fig 1)
I

f you choose to part-bury your
Ecopower+ filter, the excavation should
be firmly backfilled with compacted sand
or soil to support the unit.

1.2E

copower+ filters incorporate inlet hose

tails to fit 20 - 40mm (

3

⁄4” – 11⁄2”) hose
(refer to Equipment Selection Chart
overleaf) and an outlet hose tail to fit
40mm (1 1⁄2”) hose. The pump inlet and
f

ilter outlet pipe should be at opposite

e

nds of the pond for optimal water
circulation in the pond. Bear this in mind
when purchasing, measuring and cutting
t

he hose.

1.3C

ut the inlet hose tail on your

E

copower+ Filter to the size appropriate
for the diameter of the hose to be used
(see Fig 4). Then connect the hose from
your pump to this inlet hose tail and
secure with hose clips, available
separately, to ensure there are no leaks.
Do not overtighten.

1.4

The filter outlet connector and overflow
moulding (x2 on Ecopower+ 9000) should
be secured to the side of the vessel (See
Fig 5). The outlet hose (if fitted) should
be secured in the same way as the inlet
hose. Avoid kinks and bends, and keep
hose runs as short as possible (preferably
less than 1m) to minimise flow
restrictions.

1.5 The supply cable cannot be replaced. If

the cable is damaged, the unit should be
discarded.

! WARNING:

This appliance MUST be earthed, and it is
essential that the connections be made
using the following code:

• The

BROWN

lead should be connected

to the

LIVE

terminal marked ‘L’.

• The

BLUE

lead should be connected to

the

NEUTRAL

terminal marked ‘N’.

• The

GREEN/YELLOW

lead should be

connected to the

EARTH

terminal

marked ‘ ‘

1.6

Wet Test: It is essential that the unit is
wet tested before connecting to the
mains electricity. With the electrical cover
/ viewing hatch removed, connect the
hoses to the inlet and outlet as described
in 1.4 above. Switch on the

PUMP ONLY

and run for an hour. Inspect the top of
the unit and inside the quartz glass tube
for leaks (see ‘F’ Fig 9). If any leaks are
detected return the filter to the retailer.
This test should be repeated when the
quartz glass tube is changed.

2.0 UVC LAMP REPLACEMENT

Ecopower+ is supplied with a UVC lamp
fitted.

!

The effective life of a double-ended UV
lamp is 12 months in continuous use, after
which time the lamp should be replaced.
Even though it may still glow the light
emitted is not powerful enough to treat the
water

2.1

Switch off and isolate (by removing the
fuse) the pump supplying water to the
filter and the power supply to the
Ecopower+ unit.Remove the electrical
cover / viewing hatch (see 1.5a).

2.2

Pull off the lamp terminals (see ‘G’ Fig

12) from both ends, and slide the ‘old’
lamp out of the quartz tube (see ‘H’ Fig

13). Slide the ‘new’ lamp into the quartz
tube and push the lamp terminals onto

2

both ends of the UVC lamp.

2

.3 Replace the electrical cover / viewing

hatch and tighten the four fixing screws .
Switch on the power supply to the
E

copower+ and check via the indicator
(see ‘A’ Fig 2) which will glow when the
l

amp is on.

3.0 FLOW RATE

3.1

The pond volume should pass through

t

he Ecopower+ every 1

1

⁄2-

2 hours, the
fastest flow rate being recommended for
Koi ponds. Do not exceed the maximum,
a

s stated in the Equipment Selection

C

hart overleaf. Correct flow rate is
essential if you are to obtain clear water.
If your installation does not suffer from
h

igh losses of flow (i.e. long hose runs) it
m

ay be necessary to adjust the flow down

t

o achieve the 1

1

⁄2-

2 hour turnover rate
using a Hozelock Cyprio Flow Control
Hose Tap.

3.2

Small diameter hose, unnecessarily long

h

ose runs and a high pumping lift (‘head’)
can all considerably reduce water flow
from the pump to the filter. We
recommend choosing a pump that will
deliver the required flow for the filter
a

gainst full static lift (= vertical distance
between pond surface and filter inlet),
plus 0.6m (2ft) to allow for friction losses
in hoses.

3.3

The object of filtration is to transfer
waste material from the pond into the
filter, and therefore any pump used as
part of the package should be capable of
handling solids. We recommend the
Hozelock Cyprio Titan filter pump,
specifically designed for ponds in the size
range covered by Ecopower+. The pump
should be positioned on the bottom in
the deepest part of the pond, as this is
where solids accumulate.

3.4 How to check your flow rate:

Take a container of a known volume and
time how long it takes to fill (in seconds).
Then divide 3600 by the number of
seconds it takes to fill the container, and
multiply by the volume (litres or gallons)
of the container. The result will be the
flow rate in gallons or litres per hour ie
Flow Rate Litres per hour LPH = (container
volume m

3

x 1000) / (3600/time ‘s’ to fill
container ). To get gallons per hour GPH
divide answer by 4.5

4.0 PERIODS OF OPERATION

Maintain filtration 24 hours a day
throughout the fish-feeding season (until
water temperature falls below 10ºC), but
preferably all year round. In the winter,
operating the pump and filter will
maintain a background level of friendly
bacteria in the Ecopower+, and will help
prevent the pond icing over in all but the
severest weather conditions. If the pump
is switched off for winter, the filter media
(foam and/or plastic biomedia) must be
thoroughly washed before resuming
filtration in the spring, and your

Ecopower+ will need to be re-matured
f

rom scratch (see ‘Maturation’ 6.0). Never
feed your fish when the filter is not in
use.

5.0 FISH STOCKING DENSITY

Under normal conditions and feeding, the
Ecopower+ range will support up to 50cm
o

f fish (2 fish 25cm long or 5 fish 10cm
long) per 1000 litres (10” of fish per 100
g

allons) of pond capacity. Introduce fish
slowly over the first few weeks, up to
20% of maximum recommended level,
i

ncreasing this if you wish to 50% after six

m

onths. The balance will allow for fish

growth.

6.0 MATURATION

6.1

Biological maturation means that the
filter has built up sufficient nitrifying
bacteria to convert harmful fish and other
o

rganic waste (i.e. Ammonia, Nitrite) into
harmless Nitrate. The process normally
takes 6 - 8 weeks, but is dependent upon
many factors such as water temperature,
feeding rate and stocking density. It is
r

ecommended that you do not switch
your UVC on during this period. We
strongly recommend the use of Hozelock
Cyprio test kits at all times to check water
q

uality, but especially during this critical

p

eriod. The kits contain full instructions

and invaluable pond management advice.

7.0 CLEANING YOUR Ecopower+

7.1

Ecopower+ filters deliver maximum
performance with minimum maintenance.
However, as the foam blocks up less water
can flow through the foam and cleaning
becomes necessary. If the pond is very
dirty, the filter may need cleaning every
few days at first, as it takes up waste
matter very quickly. Once the pond
becomes clearer, there will be less waste
to remove and the filter will need
cleaning less often.

! WARNING:

Prolonged running of the filter when it
needs cleaning will result in difficulty in
cleaning and may reduce the life of the
foam.

7.2

Switch off and isolate (by removing the
fuse) the pump supplying water to the
filter when it needs cleaning and the
power supply to the Ecopower+ unit.
Gently remove the lid from the vessel.

7.3

The foam is secured onto the ends of the
spacers and the venturi tube. Remove the
foam (Fig 12) and rinse it in the water left
in the vessel. Do not over clean. Drain the
vessel of all the waste and water.

7.4

The venturi outlet (see Fig ‘I’ 7) from the
UVC chamber can be removed for
cleaning if required. To remove, unscrew
the venturi locking screw (see ‘J Fig 7)
Twist and unlock the bayonet and lift the
venturi away. To replace, repeat the
above in reverse

7.5

Reposition the clean foam sheet onto the
ends of the foam spacer ensure that the

foam is positioned with the venturi
p

assing through it and with the dimples

in the foam facing upwards.

7.6

Gently locate the lid onto the vessel and

s

nap down around the rim. Looking
through the viewing hatch, ensure that
t

he foam sheet is positioned below the
outlet.

7.7

Restart the pump, checking for leaks,
which if left undetected could result in
t

he pond being drained of water. Switch
the supply to the Ecopower+ on and
check via the indicator, (see ‘A’ Fig 2) that
the UVC lamp is working.

8.0 CARE OF THE UV QUARTZ TUBE

8.1

Especially in hard water areas the quartz

s

leeve sheathing the UVC lamp may
b

ecome covered in lime scale. This will

r

educe the efficiency of the unit if it is
allowed to build up. To clean, switch off
and isolate (by removing the fuse) the
pump and the power supply to the
E

copower+. Unscrew the four screws and
remove the electrical cover / viewing
hatch as described in 1.5a.

8.2

Remove the UV lamp as described in 2.2.
Slacken the two quartz clamp screws (see
‘

K’ Fig 11) at both ends to release the
quartz tube. Slide the quartz tube out of
the UVC unit (See Fig 10). Wipe quartz
tube with a soft cloth moistened with a
gentle cleaning agent (e.g. vinegar)

8.3

Slide the quartz tube back into the UVC
unit, ensuring equal lengths protrude
from both ends of the UVC unit. Tighten
the two quartz clamp screws at both ends
to hold the quartz tube firmly in position.

8.4

Before switching the UV lamp on restart
the pump checking for leaks. Replace the
electrical cover / viewing hatch
and tighten the four fixing screws (see Fig

5). Providing there are no leaks, switch on
the power supply to the Ecopower+.

9.0 WINTER STORAGE
Important:

When not in use, the unit should be
removed, thoroughly washed and cleaned,
dried and stored in a dry frost protected
area. Always store the unit with the lid off to
ensure adequate ventilation and drying.

10.0 PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE
WE GUARANTEE YOU CLEARWATER

OR YOUR MONEY BACK.

This guarantee runs for 12 months after
purchase, provided that:

• You have followed the installation and
operating instructions;

• You are using equipment of the correct
size, according to the pond sizing chart
below

• You consult our Helpline (0121 313 1122)
early enough for any problems to be put
right

• The product has been returned
undamaged

Filter Equipment Selection Chart

Chart for guidance only. Based upon 4m length Cypriflex pond hose, 1 metre static lift from pond water level.

Model Max Pond Size Max Flow rate Recommended UVC Recommended Hose

Litres (Gallons) Litres/Hour Pumps Supplied Internal Diameter

Watts

Inlet Outlet

2500 No Fish 5000 ( 1100 ) 1250 ( 275 ) Titan 2000 6 20-40mm 40mm

Fish 2500 ( 550 ) 1250 ( 275 )

5000 No Fish 10000 ( 2200 ) 2250 ( 500 ) Titan 3000 8 20-40mm 40mm

Fish 5000 ( 1100 ) 2250 ( 500 )

10000 No Fish 20000 ( 4400 ) 4500 ( 1000 ) Titan 5500 16 20-40mm 40mm

Fish 10000 ( 2200 ) 4500 ( 1000 )

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Fig 10

Fig 11

Fig 9

Fig 12

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Hozelock Cyprio

Midpoint Park, Birmingham B76 1AB
Tel: [phone]

www.hozelock.com

The Aquatics Division of Hozelock Group

33857-001

• A refund can only be authorised by
Hozelock Cyprio and is made at the place
of purchase.

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PARE PARTS

E

copower+

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pares 2500 5000 10 000
Foams 1364 1364 1364
Lamps – Z11106 Z11108 Z11116
Double Ended
Quartz Tube Z11216 Z11226 Z11226

O’Ring Kit

Z11660 Z11660 Z11660

Your appliance
c

ontains valuable
materials which can be
recovered or recycled.
L

eave it at a local civic
waste collection point