* NOTE *: If you are using the AquaSurge PRO Pump to
replace an exsisting AquascapePro Pump (1500, 3000, or 4500 gph) and you have an Aquascape 2" Dual-Union Check Valve, you will need one of two special adapters.
- For a Classic Series Skimmer (rectangler in shape), you will need the "Classic Series Adapter" (SCU#99144) & a small 4 oz container of "Christy's Red Hot Glue". To view our installation video, "CLICK HERE"
- For a Signature Series Skimmer (flat front with rounded sides and back), you will need the "Signature Series Adapter" (SCU#29475) No glue is required for this adapter. To view our installation video, "CLICK HERE"
SELECTING A PUMP:
Choosing a pump for a water garden should be based on a few job requirements. Desired flow, pumping height and electrical costs are all factors that need to be considered. The higher the pump needs to push water, the less flow you are going to get out of that pump. Pond Kits come with pumps sized to turn a pond over at least once per hour. Make sure your pump application follows the same guideline. If your applications' pumping height is close to maximum pump shut off height, substitute the next larger pump available.
To view a side by side comparison of the pumps we offer, "Click Here"
- The AquaSurge 2000 is the new replacement for the AquascapePro 1500 which has been discontinued as of 1/1/2009
To view the written 12 page AquaSurge Pump Instruction Manual (English & French) in a Down-loadable PDF file that can be printed, click on the link at the end of this statement. "DOWNLOAD MANUAL"
For a copy of the PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING/WARRANTY GUIDELINES, "CLICK HERE".
NOTE: If you need this pump quickly, do not choose "Parcel Post" as your shipping option at check out. We have found that Parcel Post can take 3-4 days longer than what is listed as shipping times. Priority Mail will take 2-3 days to go from the East Coast to the West Coast. Additionally, Priority Mail can be tracked much better than Parcel Post.
Proper plumbing is very important!!!
Your pump can only work as well as your plumbing system allows it to. A larger pump does not always mean more water. A larger pump and larger pipe does mean more water. You can only fit a certain amount of water through a certain size hose.
1"hose= 1,500gph 2" hose= 5,400gph
1-1/4" hose= 2,700gph 3" hose= 13,500gph
1-1/2" hose= 3,600gph 4" hose= 21,000gph
For example: If you have a pump that is rated for 7,200gph and you are using a 2" flex hose. You are only going to get about 5,400gph coming out at the end of the pipe. Yes, head height, elbows, etc. have a factor in it also but I am trying to keep it simple and make a point. If you need more GPH, try using 2 hoses or upsize to a larger diameter hose.