and coarse bubble air diffuser assembly.
Simply mount unit on 2x6" board (not included), attach standard 12 volt
automotive battery (not included), and place diffuser in water. (2 ft max depth) Use diffuser float (available for sale on replacement parts list)or suitable float or suspension to hold diffuser to depth of 2 feet maximum
We want our products to work well for you and suggest that you read through the following hints to see how best to use the systems. If you have any questions, please ask contact us. by leaving a toll free voice mail at 866-422-0016 and we will call with answers as soon as possible.
Specifications of the system::
Purpose: The Solar Aeration systems are designed to keep water available in cold weather and improve water quality in warm weather. We do not intend to keep the entire pond ice-free. We will try to keep a small hole (6 to 10 inches) open above the aerator diffuser. How well our system works depends on how many of the following hints you can use in your particular operation. The deeper a pond, the better our system will work because there is more fresh, warm water to circulate. Also, our system will work better in a larger pond with more water in it.
System Description:
All weather metal enclosure with mounting brackets suitable for placement on a pole mounted 2x6 board (board/pole not included).
16 ft weighted air tubing.
Replaceable double diaphragm, 5.4 SCFH, 12 volt, 0.5 amp, oil-less air compressor.
Two 8 ft battery cables/clamps for standard 12 volt deep charg e battery (battery not included).
Permanently mounted Solar PV Panel, 0.5 amp, 18 Volt, replaceable circuit board and circuitry to air compressor motor.
Air Diffuser block suitable for .09 cfm @ 1 psi.
Cost of operation: The solar aeration systems use very efficient air compressors with low power requirements. These units should pay for themselves in about one month versus the cost of operating on standard electrical power.
Installation Recommendations:
1. The unit should be outside with the solar panel facing south, where the sun will shine on it for the maximum time during the day. After snow/ice/dust storms clean the solar panel with a soft cloth. If the battery becomes discharged in cloudy weather, disconnect it from the unit and charge it for a few hours on a conventional A/C battery charger.
2. The steel box should be hung on a 2x6 board and secured to it with two screws. The plastic aerator(s) should be placed in the pond where you wish the water aerated. Opt imum air diffuser depth is 1-2 ft. The diffuser must not be buried in the mud, if necessary suspend the difuser with cabling or place it on a post or concrete block, or tie it to a simple float to maintain optimum depth.
3. The plastic tubing from the aeration system should be run through PVC pipe or an old garden hose to keep animals from chewing on it.
4. On occasion, the ice hole(s) may freeze over but that is normally less than 1/2 inch of ice and can be easily broken out with a stick or hammer in just a few seconds.
5. Be sure to leave the aeration unit running all summer. You will be very pleased with the improved water quality in warm weather.
6. The only part that requires maintenance (other than keeping the solar panel clean), is the replaceable air compressor diaphragm. The unit has two diaphragms. If you notice that the pump is making a “banging” noise or that the bubbles are getting weaker, you probably need to replace the diaphragms. This is very easy to do and co sts only a few dollars. (click here for solar parts online). Replacement of these diaphragms every 12 to 24 months will result in prolonged pump life.
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