So you didnt show the additional installation of where the tubes go. If I am to understand correctly, the inlet tube connects to the pump submerged underwater, while the outlet tube feeds somewhere above the pond to flow back in?
Hello - You will Connect the plumbing coming from your pump into the inlet indicated on the filter. Then, connect plumbing that will return the water to your pond or waterfall into the outlet indicated on the filter and secure with a hose clamp.
I just ordered this set up and now realize two important things; first, you have to buy the tubing which usually comes in a 25 foot roll and will cost about forty bucks at Lowes. lf you need longer tubing expect to pay for a 50 foot roll. Second, apparently the filter unit cannot get wet. That means you either have to buy the fake rock covering which in my opinion is not very attractive or come up with some other kind of covering, whatever that might be. Don't understand why a pond filter can't get wet when it is obvious that it will be used outside.
Hello Duke - We have tubing in various lengths available. To order tubing, please visit us at www.thepondguy.com or contact us at (866)766-3435. Additionally, the reason we do not recommend this unit getting wet repeatedly is due to the electrical components. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns!
@@ronvavra The water does not pass over/through the electrical components, as they have o-rings to keep the unit tightly sealed. While there are o-rings on the top portion of the unit to also keep water out, we do not recommend getting this unit wet repeatedly. It is water-resistant and can get a small amount of splashing on it.
Thid filter looks exactly like the Pontec pondopress. I have been told to fit the pipe from the pump to the filter outlet to clean the filter. Do you have any thoughts on that, thanks
I have installed this but the water flow is weak to the fountain in the pond. I dont have a waterfall. Does it need to be put further from the pond please?
During the winter you will want to install a de-icer in conjunction with your aeration system. This will maintain a hole in the ice to allow toxic gasses to vent out, while providing the much needed oxygen for your fish.
Is the pump in-pond, and if so, does it have an in-pond pre-filter? Or is the pump inside the SimplyClear Filter? And can it be used with pumps from other manufacturers?
Hello - The pump is submerged within the pond and has a pre-filter cage. This filter can be used with pumps from other manufacturers, as long as they do not exceed the maximum flow rate of 1,250 gallons per hour.
Thank you for replying. It's been my experience that a "cage" used as a pre-filter clogs up pretty fast without some additional filter medium. Am I doing something wrong?@@thepondguy
@@33uptempo The Pond Guy SolidFlo Pump that is paired with the SimplyClear Pressurized Filter is a solid handling pump. There is no need to have additional filter media, as the filter already has it.
Hello - We recommend using a de-icer and an aeration system to maintain a hole in the ice. During the winter months everything in the pond goes dormant.
Hi, I’m planning to build a pond very soon, and I want to buy this filter. I’m a little confused on what device to use to intake the water and take it to the filter. In other words, how is the dirty water going to be transported to the filter?
@@vanesacalvillo902 The pump pulls in the water and pushes it through tubing, then through the filter. It Then discharges from the filter and goes through tubing back into the pond or up to a waterfall.
So you didnt show the additional installation of where the tubes go. If I am to understand correctly, the inlet tube connects to the pump submerged underwater, while the outlet tube feeds somewhere above the pond to flow back in?
Hello - You will Connect the plumbing coming from your pump into the inlet indicated on the filter. Then, connect plumbing that will return the water to your pond or waterfall into the outlet indicated on the filter and secure with a hose clamp.
Thanks for the video as it meets my need for my small teaching hatchery lab.
We're going to use it for a small research aquaponics tank. I hope yours goes well.
Yh, thanks. I shall update the platform with progress.
I just ordered this set up and now realize two important things; first, you have to buy the tubing which usually comes in a 25 foot roll and will cost about forty bucks at Lowes. lf you need longer tubing expect to pay for a 50 foot roll. Second, apparently the filter unit cannot get wet. That means you either have to buy the fake rock covering which in my opinion is not very attractive or come up with some other kind of covering, whatever that might be. Don't understand why a pond filter can't get wet when it is obvious that it will be used outside.
Hello Duke - We have tubing in various lengths available. To order tubing, please visit us at www.thepondguy.com or contact us at (866)766-3435. Additionally, the reason we do not recommend this unit getting wet repeatedly is due to the electrical components. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns!
@@thepondguy So you have a unit that has water go all through it where the electrical components are, but can't have water on the outside of it?
@@ronvavra The water does not pass over/through the electrical components, as they have o-rings to keep the unit tightly sealed. While there are o-rings on the top portion of the unit to also keep water out, we do not recommend getting this unit wet repeatedly. It is water-resistant and can get a small amount of splashing on it.
I'm trying to clean the filter and I realize I don't have a discharge hose. I bought the kit, but was I supposed to have purchased that separately?
Hi Juliet - The tubing is sold separately. If you have extra tubing from the install, we recommend using that!
Looks like the answer to my prayers to replace my antique system. What is the cost in Canada?
Hello - Unfortunately, we only are currently only shipping within the United States. I apologize for the inconvenience!
Thid filter looks exactly like the Pontec pondopress. I have been told to fit the pipe from the pump to the filter outlet to clean the filter. Do you have any thoughts on that, thanks
To back-flush the SimplyClear, simply run the discharge tubing to a location away from your pond.
Don't understand what you mean, I'm with blueenvy above totally confused.
I've just had a pontec filter, no instructions. Did you put the pump pipe to the outlet pipe to clean the filter. Thank you.
I have installed this but the water flow is weak to the fountain in the pond. I dont have a waterfall. Does it need to be put further from the pond please?
Hello - Please contact us at 866-766-3435 to provide additional details of your set-up so we can troubleshoot the problem.
How often do I need to replace the pond water with this filter in place? Also, can I use other branded pumps with this filter? Thanks.
Hello Dennis - We recommend a full pond clean out at least once a year. Yes, other brand pumps can be used with this filter.
Can this filter be used without the rock cover? In other words, is it fine if it gets wet like due to rainfall and stuff?
It is recommended to cover the SimplyClear to keep the ballast for the UV light dry as this is an electrical element.
If removed during the winter, will my small back-yard pond Cichlids get enough oxygen?
During the winter you will want to install a de-icer in conjunction with your aeration system. This will maintain a hole in the ice to allow toxic gasses to vent out, while providing the much needed oxygen for your fish.
Is the pump in-pond, and if so, does it have an in-pond pre-filter? Or is the pump inside the SimplyClear Filter? And can it be used with pumps from other manufacturers?
Hello - The pump is submerged within the pond and has a pre-filter cage. This filter can be used with pumps from other manufacturers, as long as they do not exceed the maximum flow rate of 1,250 gallons per hour.
Thank you for replying. It's been my experience that a "cage" used as a pre-filter clogs up pretty fast without some additional filter medium. Am I doing something wrong?@@thepondguy
@@33uptempo The Pond Guy SolidFlo Pump that is paired with the SimplyClear Pressurized Filter is a solid handling pump. There is no need to have additional filter media, as the filter already has it.
Thank you.@@thepondguy
If my pond is 500gallons,what perfect PCF filter is ok for it
Hello - The SimplyClear Pressurized Filter will filter up to 1,250 gallons. This would work great in your pond!
So in winter what do I do if I can use the filter
Hello - We recommend using a de-icer and an aeration system to maintain a hole in the ice. During the winter months everything in the pond goes dormant.
I was wondering how many watts this thing takes to run. If anyone could tell me that would be great. Thank you!
Hello - The UV bulb is 7 watts.
Hi, I’m planning to build a pond very soon, and I want to buy this filter. I’m a little confused on what device to use to intake the water and take it to the filter. In other words, how is the dirty water going to be transported to the filter?
Hi Vanesa - You will need to pair this filter with the SolidFlo pump. For more information, please contact us at (866)766-3435.
Does the pump intake the dirty water to take to the filter and also release the clean water?
@@vanesacalvillo902 The pump pulls in the water and pushes it through tubing, then through the filter. It Then discharges from the filter and goes through tubing back into the pond or up to a waterfall.
This cleared things up so much! Thank you! I thought I needed a bottom drain, but now I know that the pump will do! Thank you!
Can it do ponds under 1250 gallons
Yes it can.
Where is the pump is located in the water or inside the filter.?
What presurised filter works for 5000 gallons pond?
Hi Cris - The Pond Guy SimplyClear is for ponds up to 1,250 gallons. To see larger filters, please visit us at www.thepondguy.com
Not to happy with simple clear
Hello Pete - Please contact us at (866)766-3435 to discuss this.