Safety Information; Electrical Connection; Installation - Oase Optimax 10.000 Gebrauchsanweisung

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Information about this operating manual
Please read the operating instructions and familiarise yourself with the unit prior to using it for the first time. Adhere to
the safety information for the correct and safe use of the unit.
Intended use
The Optimax series, in the following text termed unit, is intended as a downstream gravity filter pump to be used in
gravity operated filter systems. It is exclusively produced for pumping normal pond water and has to be operated at
water temperatures of between +4°C and +35°C as well as an operating voltage of 230 Volt. The unit is frost proof.
The unit is suitable for use for swimming and bathing ponds (A) in accordance with the national installer regulations.
Use other than that intended
Danger to persons can emanate from this unit if it is not used in accordance with the intended use and in the case of
misuse. If used for purposes other than that intended, our warranty and operating permit will become null and void.
CE Manufacturer's Declaration
We declare conformity in the sense of the EC directive, EMC directive (89/336/EEC) as well as the low voltage direc-
tive (73/23/EEC). The following harmonised standards apply:
EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-41, EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3
Signature:

Safety information

OASE has manufactured this unit to the current state of the art and the valid safety regulations. Despite of the above,
hazards for persons and assets can emanate from this unit if it is used in an improper manner or not in accordance
with its intended use, or if the safety instructions are ignored.
For safety reasons, children and young persons under 16 years of age as well as persons who cannot recog-
nise possible danger or who are not familiar with these operating instructions, are not permitted to use the
unit!
Please keep these operating instructions in a safe place! Also hand over the operating instructions when passing the
unit on to a new owner. Ensure that all work with this unit is only carried out in accordance with these instructions.
The combination of water and electricity can lead to danger to life and limb, if the unit is incorrectly connected or
misused. Only operate the unit if no persons are in the water! Prior to reaching into the water, always disconnect the
power supply to all units used in the water. Compare the electrical values of the power supply with those on the type
plate on the packaging or on the unit itself. Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated residual current of max. 30 mA via a
residual current-operating system. Only operate the unit when plugged into a correctly fitted socket. Keep the power
plug and all connection points dry! Protect the connection cable when burying to avoid damage. Only use cables,
equipment, adapters, extension or connection cables with an earthed contact and approved for outside use. Do not
carry or pull the unit by the connection cable! Never operate the unit if the cable or housing are defective! The power
connection cable of this unit cannot be replaced. If the cable is damaged, the entire unit has to be disposed of. Electri-
cal installations at garden ponds must meet the international and national regulations valid for installers. Never open
the unit housing or its attendant components, unless this is explicitly mentioned in the operating instructions. Never
carry out technical changes to the unit. Only use original spare parts and accessories. Only allow authorised customer
service outlets to perform repairs. Never run the unit without water! Never use the pump for fluids other than water! For
your own safety, consult a qualified electrician if you have questions or encounter problems!
Important! The unit is equipped with permanent magnets. The magnetic field may affect the function of pace-
makers.

Electrical connection

Only entrust an authorised expert to carry out the electrical connection in accordance with the German EVU and VDE.
VDE 0100 Part 702 is valid for all installations. Refer to the type plate for all capacity parameters. Only perform any
work on the unit when isolated!

Installation

Only use the unit in its horizontal position and ensure stable seating on a firm ground downstream of the filter unit,
seen in flow direction. Fastening of the unit to the ground can be facilitated by removing the unit foot towards the rear
by unlocking the engagement lever on the underside of the unit foot (C). For installation, slide the unit body on the unit
foot until it engages.
The unit can be installed submersed (A = filter module) or dry (B = pump chamber). Always position the unit below the
water line to prevent dry running and the intake of air when switching on and operating the unit. Never connect the unit
to a water line. Use the enclosed adapter set to ease tube (6) or hose (7) installation. When fitting the tube, ensure
that the unit is installed without any tension.
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