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HomePond SuppliesFiltration/CirculationPondmaster PMK1250 Pond Filter with 250gph Pump and Bonus Fountain Head |
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| Customer Reviews: | | Average Customer Review: ( 16 customer reviews )
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20 of 20 found the following review helpful:
Keeps on pumpin' Nov 17, 2006
By Geeky Grandma We have 2 of these filter/pumps - one rated at 500 gph and one rated at 250 gph. We use the smaller one for the waterfall in our pond and the larger pump is used as an aerator, water cleaner, etc. They come with 2 sections of tubing for extra height should it be needed and 2 fountain heads. We run the larger pump without a head on it for maximum flow.
One minor problem is that if you don't weight the thing down, it will eventually float. That problem is solved (as per the instructions) by taking the filter section apart and putting in some small stones. We used some flat stones in each of the 4 corners of the filter box and have not had a problem.
The filter box is easy to unhook from the pump and the filter media are easy to clean out and are reusable. We just hose the filters off. You can leave the pump in the water while you're working on the filter box. When you unhook the filter box from the pump, be sure to unplug the pump. That way there's no problem with fish getting sucked into the intake. We've never even had a close call, but if you have small fish and they get too close to the intake, they might get sucked in.
We run these filter/pumps 24/7 and plan to run the larger one all winter.
UPDATE: June 18, 2009 - see my review on a smaller version of this pump Pondmaster 02215 500 GPH Pond Pump. We are buying another set of filter media as the current sets are finally wearing out. We run both pumps 24/7/365 with no problems.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
Perfect fit for a small water feature Jul 04, 2007
By SMS1253 This system has been a perfect fit for my small backyard pond. The installation process could not have been easier. Once in place, the pump and filter have kept the water moving and clear. Cleaning the filter is a simple, easy process as well with necessary parts in an accessible and functional location.
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Great Solution For Basic Pond Setup Sep 15, 2009
By Eru Had a ~200 gallon pond setup without filtration and exposed to sunlight a little over 6 hours that was growing algae like crazy. Suspended algae particles clouded view of inhabitants of the pond. Despite frequent water changes, algae continued to plague the pond.
Initial desire was to buy the 190GPH model, but after looking at the 250GPH model, the 250GPH model appeared to be a better purchase. The design is modular so it is possible to add additional filter box in line with the basic setup. Also, it is better to have a stronger pump which can also later help to pull water for ornamental fountains.
Was afraid filter would be insufficient to address algae problem and feared UV filter might also be needed. However, after running filter for ~1 week, algae problem was under control and eventually eradicated.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Does the job perfectly Aug 06, 2007
By Robert Hughes Pond was clouding slightly. This was easy to install and run. Cleaned filter each day first few days, amazing how much gets filtered out! Pond is now so clear. Empty filter each weekend. GREAT buy!
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
cleaned my pond up very well :) May 29, 2008
By C. McMasters This is a good filter the only problem is the ad said it had a 18 foot cord when it's more like 10 feet.
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