Thermostatically controlled de-icer for ponds and water gardens
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Versatile pond de-icer design allows floating or submersible use
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"Smart" thermostat minimizes wear for reliable de-icer performance
Smart pond de-icer perfect for small or large ponds. Energy efficient unit can be used as a floating or submersible de-icer to maintain an area of open water in ponds during winter. Specially designed thermostat minimizes wear for reliable use, year after year. Thermostatically controlled de-icer operates automatically once temperature falls. All heating elements are enclosed to protect pond inhabitants and pond liner. 12-foot cord.
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The state of the art design allows for use as a submersible or floating pond de-icer in just seconds. The removable heater is made for years of dependable service when used as directed and cared for properly.
Directions for use as a floating De-Icer:
After unpacking your pond de-icer, simply extend the cord, place the heater into your pond in the desired location and plug it into your outdoor GFCI outlet. It is important to make sure the outlet is a GFCI outlet (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter). Once the surrounding water temperature falls, the Perfect Climate Deluxe Pond De-Icer will automatically turn on and off and keep an ice-free area to assist in the removal of toxic gas build-up in the water, which can be crucial to the wintering over of pond life.
Directions for use as a submersible De-Icer:
After unpacking your pond de-icer, press the 3 buttons on the sides of the support legs holding the floater ring. These buttons can be pressed one at a time to release the floater. Once the floater has been removed, place the pond de-icer in its desired location in the pond. Plug the de-icer into a GFCI outlet. It is important to make sure the outlet is a GFCI outlet (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter). The unit will begin to operate once the temperature falls and will keep an ice-free area.
Caring for your Perfect Climate Deluxe Pond De-Icer:
Occasionally check the heating element on your de-icer to ensure there is not excessive scale build-up on the element. Excessive scale build-up is a natural occurrence and is a result of minerals in the water. If it appears there is excessive build-up, unplug your de-icer and allow 1 minute before removing it from your pond. For easier cleaning, you may thread the power cord through the top of the housing. This will allow you to unscrew the heater from the base of the housing. Once the heater is removed from the housing, run the heater under warm water and wash it with a cloth and soapy water. If the scaling is difficult to remove in this manner, obtain a lime remover liquid. Simply soak the steel heating element in a shallow dish filled approximately 1/2 inch deep with the lime remover liquid. After soaking and cleaning, rinse and re-assemble the de-icer into the housing.
Storing your Perfect Climate Deluxe Pond De-Icer:
After spring warm-up, follow the care and cleaning instructions above. Store in a safe place for next season.
Pond Size (in gallons)
0-100
100-300
500-750
750-1,000
1,000-1,200
Over 1,200
Zone 3
250 watt
750 watt
750 watt
1,500 watt
1,500 watt
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Zone 4
250 watt
750 watt
1,500 watt
1,500 watt
1,500 watt
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Zone 5
250 watt
250 watt
750 watt
750 watt
1,500 watt
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Zone 6
250 watt
250 watt
250 watt
750 watt
750 watt
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Zone 7
250 watt
250 watt
250 watt
750 watt
750 watt
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Zone 8
250 watt
250 watt
250 watt
250 watt
750 watt
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* For larger ponds, refer to the gallon chart. Choose several columns that match your pond size, then reference your zone. This will help you choose several heater sizes for your pond.
Having an area free of ice is crucial for koi ponds or ponds with fish to allow proper gas exchange. Without an opening in the ice the supply of dissolved oxygen is depleted. Use our de-icer comparison chart to chose the right de-icer for your pond.
Getting your pond ready for winter really begins in the fall. Water temperature, rather than air temperature, is the important indicator of when it's best to make changes to your pond. Use our Winter Survival Guide to get prepared for the season.
As winter approaches, you will want to make sure your pond system is clean and operating at 100% efficiency. You will also want to make sure that the water quality is as good as it can be. Use this article to learn how.
Please note: Return of electrical equipment to Drs. Foster & Smith for exchange or refund is limited to 60 days from the date of purchase. Beyond 60 days, please contact the manufacturer for repair or replacement as covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
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