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EMERGENCY POND PROCEDURES:
Auto level/water level of pond -- If your auto level fails, turn
off the water to the pond and fill it with a hose when needed until repairs
can be made (don't forget to set a timer when running the hose so that you
don't flood your yard!). If the level of your pond is dropping for
some unknown reason, turn off the water to the pond and unplug the pump.
If the water level does not drop any further, you know the "leak" is in the
waterfall or stream, and is more likely than not the result of plants
needing to be thinned. If the water continues to drop, go ahead and
turn the system back on to keep it oxygenated for your fish, and let us know
that you need help.
Pump has quit running or is no longer pushing water over the waterfall
-- Unplug the pump and, if you don't already have a back-up, purchase an air
stone and pump at a local pet store to put in the pond. This will be a
temporary fix during hot months to keep the water oxygenated for your fish
until a new pump can be installed. If you're at all handy, a new pump
can be purchased at Ewing Irrigation, which has several stores across the
Valley. They are fairly simple to replace, even if they need an
adapter fitting to go from an old-style pump to a new one, and it will save
you the cost of a service call. :) If you need us to do it for you,
please don't hesitate to let us know.
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Troubleshooting Tips
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maintenance contract information, click
HERE.
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Aquascape pond, you can visit any
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