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Vitronic
11 W, 18 W, 24 W, 36 W, 55 W
Operating instructions
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Original operating manual.
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WARNING
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WARNING
Disconnect all electrical units in the water from the power supply before reaching into the water. Otherwise there is a risk of injuries or
death by electrocution.
This unit can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed
on how to use the unit in a safe way and they understand the hazards
involved. Do not allow children to play with the unit. Only allow children to carry out cleaning and user maintenance under supervision.
Safety information
Electrical connection
• Special regulations apply to electrical installation in outdoor areas. Only allow a qualified electrician to perform the electrical installation.
– The qualified electrician has the required professional training, knowledge and skills to perform electrical installations in outdoor areas. The qualified electrician can detect potential
risks and adheres to regional and national standards, regulations and directives.
– For your own safety, please consult a qualified electrician.
• Only connect the unit if the electrical data of the unit and the power supply match.
• Only plug the unit into a correctly installed outlet. Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated
fault current of max. 30 mA by means of a fault current protection device.
• Extension cables and power distributors (e.g. outlet strips) must be suitable for outdoor use
(splash-proof).
• Protect open plugs and sockets from moisture.
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Safe operation
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Do not use the unit, if electrical lines or the housing are damaged.
A damaged connection cable cannot be replaced. Dispose of the unit.
Do not carry or pull the unit by its power cable.
Route lines so that they are protected from damage and nobody can trip over them.
Never make technical modifications to the unit.
Only carry out work on the unit that is described in this manual.
Only use original spare parts and accessories.
Intended use
Only use the product described in this manual as follows:
• For cleaning garden ponds.
• For operation with clean water.
• Operate the product in compliance with the technical data. (→ Technical data)
The following restrictions apply to the unit:
• This product is not suitable for general lighting, but is only intended for the purpose described
here.
• Never operate the UVC lamp outside the casing or use it for any other purpose. The UVC radiation is harmful to the eyes and skin even in small doses.
• Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes.
• Never run the unit without water.
• Never use the unit with fluids other than water.
• Not to be used for sterilizing drinking water or other fluids.
• Do not use in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, easily flammable or explosive substances.
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Product description
Scope of delivery
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Vitronic
11 W
Description
Quantity Quantity
1
Unit head
18 W, 24 W, 36 W, 55 W
1
1
2 Casing
1
1
3 Transparent stepped hose adapter with O-ring
• For hose diameter 19 … 38 mm
2
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4 Transparent stepped hose adapter with union nut and flat seal
• For hose diameter 25 … 38 mm
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2
5 UVC lamp
• Vitronic 11 W: pre-installed at factory
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1
6 Hose clip 20 … 32 mm
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2
7
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2
Hose clip 35 … 50 mm
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Properties
The UV radiation of the UVC clarifier removes suspended algae, bacteria and germs. The UVC
clarifier is integrated in the water circuit, ideally upstream of a pond filter.
Symbols on the unit
The unit is protected against splash water and against contact with dangerous components.
Dangerous UVC radiation.
Protect the unit from direct sunlight.
The lamp is suitable for direct fastening to normally flammable mounting surfaces.
Protect the unit from freezing temperatures.
Do not dispose of the unit with normal household waste.
Read the operating instructions.
Installation and connection
Vitronic 11 W
• It is not necessary to remove the unit head in order to fasten the casing on the ground.
• The UVC lamp has been pre-installed at the factory.
Vitronic 18 W, 24 W, 36 W, 55 W
• It is necessary to remove the unit head before fastening the casing on the ground.
(→ Dismantling the unit head)
• The UVC lamp was not pre-installed at the factory. Insert the UVC lamp in the unit head before
reinstalling the unit head. (→ Cleaning the quartz glass / Replacing the UVC lamp)
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Installing the unit
• Install the unit at least 2 m from the edge of the pond.
• Only install the unit in the permitted positions. This ensures fault-free operation.
• Allow sufficient space for carrying out maintenance work.
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Establishing the connections
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Use hoses that are suitable for a pressure of at least 1 bar.
Shorten the stepped hose adapters according to the hose diameter in use.
Secure the hose with a hose clip.
Hand-tighten the union nut of the stepped hose adapter.
Screw the stepped hose adapter with the flat seal or O-ring onto the connection so that the
connection is leak-tight.
• You can choose from the two connections arranged opposite each other to ensure that the
hose is routed optimally.
– Use the closing cap to close the connection that is not in use.
– Vitronic 55 W: The closing cap has an inspection glass for function checks.
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Connecting the unit to the flow-through filter.
Vitronic 18 W, 24 W, 36 W
The unit is suitable for connection to flow-through filters. Both outlet sockets are screwed to
the inlet nozzles on the flow-through filter. Adhere to the instructions for use of the flowthrough filter.
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How to proceed:
1. Unscrew the closing cap.
2. Guide the two outlet sockets with the flat seal through the two holes in the container wall of
the flow-through filter.
3. Screw the inlet nozzle with the O-ring onto the outlet socket and hand-tighten the inlet nozzle.
4. Connect the supply hose to the inlet socket. (→ Establishing the connections)
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Commissioning/start-up
Start-up sequence:
1. Switch on the pump and wait until the casing of the UVC clarifier is filled with water.
2. Switch on the UVC clarifier.
– Never run the UVC clarifier without water flowing through.
3. Check the UVC clarifier function.
4. Check all connections for leaks.
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Switching ON/OFF
• Switching on: Plug the power plug into the outlet.
– The unit switches on immediately.
• Switching off: Pull the power plug from the outlet.
Checking the function
Function check
Vitronic
11 W
18 W, 24 W, 36 W 55 W
The function display is lit when the UVC lamp is
switched on.
The UV light shines through the transparent
stepped hose adapter when the UVC lamp is
switched on.
The UV light shines through the closing cap
when the UV lamp is switched on.
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Maintenance and cleaning
NOTE
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions. These agents can damage the
housing, impair the function of the device and harm animals, plants and the environment.
Only clean the unit from the outside with clear water and a soft brush.
• Recommended cleaning agent for removing stubborn limescale deposits:
– Pump cleaning agent PumpClean from OASE.
– Vinegar- and chlorine-free household cleaning agent.
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Dismantling the unit head
CAUTION
The ultra-violet radiation of the UVC lamp can burn your eyes and skin.
Never operate the UVC lamp outside out the casing or in a damaged casing.
Disconnect the unit from the power grid before starting any maintenance work or before replacing the UVC lamp.
CAUTION
The quartz glass and UVC lamp could break and cause cuts.
Act with caution when performing work on the UVC clarifier in order to avoid cuts.
Avoid shocks, impacts and abrupt movements to prevent the glass from breaking.
For safety reasons, the UVC lamp can only be turned on when the UVC clarifier is properly
installed in the unit.
Vitronic 11 W
How to proceed:
• Turn the unit head counter-clockwise up to the stop and carefully pull it out of the casing together with the O ring.
Vitronic 18 W, 24 W, 36 W, 55 W
How to proceed:
• Push down the snap-fit hook, then turn the unit head counter-clockwise up to the stop and
carefully pull the unit head out of the casing.
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Fitting the unit head
How to proceed:
1. Check the O-ring on the unit head for correct fit.
– Clean the O-ring, replace it if it is damaged.
2. Carefully push the unit head into the casing up to the stop while applying slight pressure.
– While doing so, slightly turn the unit head to ensure that the tenons and the grooves of the
bayonet closure mesh.
3. Turn the unit head clockwise up to the stop.
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Cleaning the quartz glass / Replacing the UVC lamp
Replace the UVC lamp after no more than 8000 operating hours. With constant operation, this
corresponds approximately to one pond season. This ensures optimum filtering performance.
CAUTION
The quartz glass and UVC lamp could break and cause cuts.
Act with caution when performing work on the UVC clarifier in order to avoid cuts.
Avoid shocks, impacts and abrupt movements to prevent the glass from breaking.
Prerequisite
• The unit head is removed. (→ Dismantling the unit head)
• Only use UVC lamps, the identification and power data of which correspond to the information
on the type plate. (→ Technical data)
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How to proceed:
• Loosen the self-tapping screw until the the screw tip is sunk into the casing of the clamping
screw.
• Carefully remove the quartz glass by pulling it forward with a slight turning movement.
• Carefully push the quartz glass with the O-ring as far as the stop in the unit head during installation.
– Ensure that the O ring is located in the gap between the unit head and the quartz glass.
• Tighten the clamping screw up to the stop.
• Wipe the quartz glass with a damp cloth to remove dirt and fingerprints.
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Storage/overwintering
The unit is not frost-proof and has to be removed and put into storage if freezing temperatures
are expected.
How to correctly store the unit:
• Thoroughly clean the unit and replace damaged components.
• Store the unit in a dry and frost-free place.
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Troubleshooting
Malfunction
Possible cause
Remedy
The performance of the unit is not The water is extremely soiled
satisfactory
Remove algae and leaves from the
pond
Replace the water in the pond
The quartz glass is soiled
Clean the quartz glass
The UVC lamp has lost its filter ef- Replace the UVC lamp. The filter effect
fect is exhausted after 8000 operating hours.
The UVC lamp does not light up
The flow rate is too high
Reduce the pump output
The power plug is not connected
Plug the power plug into the outlet
The UVC lamp is defective
Replace the UVC lamp
The power connection is defective Check the electrical connection
Vitronic 55 W: The UVC clarifier has The UVC clarifier will automatically
shut down due to overheating
switch on again once it has cooled
down
Technical data
Description
Vitronic
18 W
24 W
36 W
55 W
Connection voltage
V AC
220 … 240
220 … 240 220 … 240 220 … 240 220 … 240
Mains frequency
Hz
50/60
50/60
50/60
50/60
50/60
Power consumption
W
14
18
24
36
55
Length of power cable
m
5
5
5
5
5
IP24
IP24
IP24
IP24
IP24
11 W TC-S
(UV-C)
18 W TC-S 24 W TC-S 36 W TC-S 55 W TC-S
(UV-C)
(UV-C)
(UV-C)
(UV-C)
Protection type
UVC lamp
Type
Flow rate
Max.
l/h
1700
3500
4500
6000
8500
Operating pres- Max.
sure
bar
0.5
0.6
0.6
0.6
0.6
3 × G1
3 × G1½
Connections
3 × G1½
3 × G1½
3 × G1½
Hose diameter
mm
19, 25, 32, 38 25, 32, 38
25, 32, 38
25, 32, 38
25, 32, 38
Suitable for max. Without fish popond volume
pulation
m³
10.0
20.0
25.0
40.0
60.0
With fish popula- m³
tion
5.0
10.0
12.5
20.0
30.0
Including koi carp m³
2.5
5.0
6.5
10.0
15.0
Length
mm
330
529
529
529
660
Width
mm
120
186
186
186
155
Height
mm
100
130
130
130
130
kg
1.3
2.1
2.3
2.3
2.3
Dimensions
Weight
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Permissible water values
Type
Fresh water, pond wa- Pool water
ter
pH value
6.8 … 8.5
7.2 … 8.3
Hardness
DH
8 … 15
8 … 15
Free chlorine
mg/l
<0.3
<0.6
Chloride content
mg/l
<250
<250
Salt content
%
<0.4
<0.4
Overall dry residue
mg/l
<50
<50
Temperature
°C
+4 … +35
+4 … +30
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Wear parts
• UVC lamp, quartz glass and O-ring for quartz glass
Disposal
NOTE
Do not dispose of this unit with household waste.
Dispose of the UVC lamp and the unit by using the return system provided for this
purpose.
Render the unit unusable by cutting the cables.
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OASE GmbH
Tecklenburger Straße 161
48477 Hörstel, Germany
+49 (0) 5454 80-0
+49 (0) 5454 80-9353
[email protected]
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