EKBS-20 Aeration Kit Installation Instructions

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S-20 Aeration Technical Data : Maximum 1/2 acre pond for each aerator installed. For  1 acre pond 2 aerators are required. Aerator: Aerator air tubing length  20 feet with diffuser. Longer lengths reduce airflow. Pump box  height 18 inches. Pump box length 14 inches Total weight 52 lbs. (without battery) Air Compressors = 6 = (0.5 cfm) Solar Panel:  80 watts Drive: Motor:  AC,  0.5 amp Footprint: 55x29x18 Battery: requires one 12 volt marine battery,  for 24/7 operation (not included).

1.) Panel  and Diffuser Mount Assembly: STOP: UNIT MUST BE LOCATED IN A WELL DRAINED AREA. FLOODING WILL DESTROY ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. 2.)  Assemble panel mounts and attach solar panels with thumb  screws.

3.) Attach  solar panel cables to pump box.

4.) Attach  pump box to back of solar panel mounting array.

5.)  Insert fused electrical coupling into panels .

6.)  Attach  battery cables to pump box and connect battery . (boxes only provided). Depress toggle switch on battery harness and insure green LED is lit.

WARRANTY

One year warranty on all parts. PEC will repair/replace at its option. The seller will not be held responsible for any accidents that may occur while work is carried out by others. We also exclude liability for direct or indirect damage or loses. No warranty is made as to the suitability or merchantability of the unit for your application.

7)  Inspect  pump box for loose or pinched air lines.

8.) Connect aeration tubing to pump box air outlet nozzle.  Place battery boxes under panel. NOTE SAFETY : Panel  must be secured to ground  post to prevent wind damage (post not provided).

9.) Connect aeration tubing to diffuser.  IMPORTANT: Extend base with pvc pipe so diffuser is 3-6 feet deep.  Deeper operation will reduce or eliminate air flow. Hold diffuser base in place with sandbags, rocks, or safe material coated weights.

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