{"product_id":"pond-one-pondmaster-mk-ii","title":"Pond One Pondmaster MK II - Pond Fountain Pump","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePond One Pondmaster MK II Pond \u0026amp; Fountain Pump\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePond One Pondmaster MK II\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile pond pump range designed for water circulation, fountains, waterfalls and pond filtration systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in seven sizes from \u003cstrong\u003e600L\/hr through to 4,800L\/hr\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Pondmaster MK II range gives you options for everything from small decorative water features through to larger garden ponds and filtration setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure which model you need, don't just choose the pump with the biggest litres-per-hour number. \u003cstrong\u003ePond volume, required flow and the height you're pumping the water all matter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use a Pond Pump?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pond pump keeps water moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat movement can be used to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirculate water around the pond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMove water through a pond filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower a fountain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed a waterfall or cascade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce stagnant areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImprove surface movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp distribute filtered water throughout the pond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor fish ponds in particular, we'd generally rather see consistent water movement and filtration than a pond sitting completely stagnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pump itself does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e magically clean the pond — it needs to be used with suitable filtration if water quality and waste removal are the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Pondmaster MK II Size Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e360PH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600L\/hr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.85m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall water features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall decorative ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall fountains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentle circulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the smallest model in the range and isn't the one we'd choose for pushing water a significant distance or height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1300PH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,100L\/hr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall garden ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall fountains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight circulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller filtration systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good step up from the 360PH when you need more usable flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1800PH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,800L\/hr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.15m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall-to-medium ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePond filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFountains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall waterfalls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral pond circulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where the range starts becoming much more useful for a proper garden pond rather than simply a decorative feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2300PH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,200L\/hr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium garden ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterfalls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFountains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral circulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA useful middle-ground model if 1,800L\/hr isn't quite enough but you don't need one of the larger pumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3300PH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,800L\/hr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-to-larger ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePond filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger fountains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterfalls and cascades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSystems with more plumbing resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA strong all-round option for many established garden ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3600PH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3,500L\/hr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.4m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher-flow filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterfalls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger water features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSystems requiring greater lift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe additional head height makes this particularly useful when you're moving water substantially above the pond surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4900PH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,800L\/hr\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 3.6m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger garden ponds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher-flow pond filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger waterfalls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-volume circulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSystems requiring substantially more flow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the largest Pondmaster MK II model stocked by Simply Fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePondmaster MK II Size Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eMaximum Flow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eMaximum Head\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e360PH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e600L\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e0.85m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1300PH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1,100L\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1.4m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1800PH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1,800L\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2.15m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2300PH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2,200L\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2.2m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3300PH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2,800L\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e2.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3600PH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e3,500L\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e3.4m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4900PH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4,800L\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eApprox. 3.6m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Maximum Head Height Mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis catches a lot of people out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum head height is not the height where the pump still produces its full advertised flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a pump is rated at:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3,500L\/hr with a 3.4m maximum head\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethat does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e mean it delivers 3,500L\/hr at 3.4m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flow rate reduces as the pump has to push water higher and overcome more resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the maximum head height, usable flow is approaching zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo if you're pumping water:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp a waterfall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the bottom of a deep pond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough several metres of hose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround multiple bends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eyou need to allow for flow loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDon't Size a Pump Using Pond Volume Alone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common rule of thumb is to circulate a pond's volume approximately once every \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, but that is only a starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2,000L decorative pond with no fish has very different requirements from a 2,000L heavily stocked Goldfish pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou also need to consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish load\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterfall flow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHose diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHose length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumber of bends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow much water movement you actually want\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your pond filter specifies a recommended flow range, \u003cstrong\u003euse that requirement as part of your pump selection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExample\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSay you have a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2,000L Goldfish pond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand want the pond volume circulating roughly once per hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might initially think:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Easy — I need a 2,000L\/hr pump.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut if the pump has to push water:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 metre uphill\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough several metres of hose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround a couple of bends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea pump rated at 2,000L\/hr may deliver substantially less than that in the real installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn that situation, we'd generally give ourselves some headroom rather than selecting a pump that only just meets the theoretical requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePond Pump for a Waterfall\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterfalls generally require more flow than people expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tiny pump may technically get water to the top, but you could end up with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea sad little trickle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003einstead of an actual waterfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen sizing for a waterfall, consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVertical height from pond surface to waterfall outlet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth of the waterfall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesired appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHose diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal plumbing length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe higher and wider the waterfall, the more pump capacity you generally need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure, we'd rather calculate it with you before you buy than sell you a pump that leaves you disappointed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePond Pump for Filtration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're using the Pondmaster to supply a \u003cstrong\u003epond filter\u003c\/strong\u003e, check the filter manufacturer's recommended flow rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo little flow may mean the filtration system isn't receiving enough water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo much flow can also be a problem if water passes through the filter faster than the system is designed to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal isn't simply:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebiggest pump possible.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pump and filter need to work together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/collections\/pond-filters\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePond Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e range if you're building or upgrading a complete filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePond Pump vs Filter Pump\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pondmaster MK II is an excellent general-purpose pond and fountain pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're primarily trying to move significant quantities of dirty pond water through a larger filtration system, you may also want to look at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/pond-one-mantaray-filter-pump\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePond One MantaRay Filter Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best option depends on whether your priority is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFountain operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterfall operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral circulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated filtration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure, contact Simply Fish with your pond dimensions and what you're trying to run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Do I Work Out My Pond Volume?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a basic rectangular pond:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength × Width × Average Depth = Pond Volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf measuring in metres:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength × Width × Depth × 1,000 = approximate litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2m × 1.5m × 0.6m × 1,000 = approximately 1,800L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrregular ponds are harder to calculate exactly, so use an average width and average depth rather than simply measuring the deepest point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowing your approximate pond volume is useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePump sizing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter sizing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater treatment dosing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish stocking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore installation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the correct pump size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the pump and cable for damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the pump securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect appropriately sized hose or fountain fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid unnecessary restrictions or tight bends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure the pump intake isn't buried in sludge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart the pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the actual water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck all hose connections for leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjust the fountain or waterfall as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeep the Intake Clear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your pond pump suddenly seems weak, \u003cstrong\u003edon't immediately assume the motor is dying\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst check:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSponge\/prefilter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImpeller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFittings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny leaves or string algae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/collections\/pond-pumps\"\u003ePond pumps\u003c\/a\u003e can move a surprising amount of debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA partially blocked intake or dirty impeller can make a perfectly good pump look dramatically weaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClean the Impeller\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe impeller is one of the most important parts of a pond pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time it can accumulate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlime\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine debris\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral buildup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriodically:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the pump off at the power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove it safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the impeller housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove accumulated debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck that the impeller spins correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReassemble the pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestart and check flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular basic maintenance can make a big difference to both performance and lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDon't Run the Pump Dry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever allow a pump designed for submerged operation to sit running without water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're cleaning the pond or lowering the water level, make sure the pump remains correctly installed and supplied with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch it off when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFountain or Circulation?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne advantage of the Pondmaster range is flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pump can be used to create a decorative fountain while also contributing to water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fountain can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd visual interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate surface agitation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImprove water movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp reduce stagnant areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, don't mistake a fountain for complete pond filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have fish producing waste, we'd still look at appropriate mechanical and biological filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes a Pond Pump Add Oxygen?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pump itself mainly \u003cstrong\u003emoves water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, when that water movement creates surface agitation, a fountain or waterfall, it can improve gas exchange between the pond water and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be particularly useful as pond temperatures rise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ponds where additional aeration is required, we also stock dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/pond-one-o2plus-air-machine\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePond One O2plus Air Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimply Fish Recommends\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest mistake we see when people choose \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/collections\/pond-pumps\"\u003epond pumps\u003c\/a\u003e is focusing entirely on the number printed on the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2,200L\/hr\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand assume that's exactly how much water they'll get at the top of their waterfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt isn't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe moment you start pushing water uphill and through hoses, fittings and filtration, flow begins to drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur advice is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWork out what you need the pump to do first, then choose the model.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a little fountain, you don't need a monster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a filtration system or waterfall with significant head height, don't buy a pump that only just meets your theoretical flow requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure which Pondmaster to buy, send Simply Fish:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate pond length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAverage depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you keep fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight the water needs to be pumped\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're running a filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're running a fountain or waterfall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand we can help you narrow it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Pondmaster MK II pump do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt depends on pond volume, desired flow, head height and whether you're running filtration, a waterfall or a fountain. The range runs from 600L\/hr to 4,800L\/hr.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does L\/hr mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLitres per hour. It is the pump's maximum stated flow under low-resistance conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does maximum head mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is approximately the maximum vertical height the pump can push water. Flow decreases as head height increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill a 3,500L\/hr pump still deliver 3,500L\/hr at 3 metres high?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Actual flow decreases as the pump has to lift water higher and overcome plumbing resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a Pondmaster for a waterfall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Choose the model based on the waterfall height, width and desired flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with a pond filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, provided the selected model suits the filter's recommended flow requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for a fountain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Pondmaster range is designed for pond and fountain applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a pump be too powerful for a pond filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Check the filter's recommended maximum flow rather than automatically choosing the largest pump available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy has my pond pump lost flow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck for a blocked intake, dirty prefilter, clogged impeller, kinked hose, dirty filter or other plumbing restrictions before assuming the pump has failed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I clean my pond pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere isn't one fixed interval. Check it whenever flow noticeably reduces and inspect it periodically during periods of heavy pond use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a pond pump oxygenate the water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater movement itself doesn't inject oxygen, but fountains, waterfalls and surface agitation can improve gas exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I run my pond pump continuously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor pumps supplying biological filtration, continuous operation is generally preferable because the filter relies on regular water flow. Other applications such as purely decorative fountains may be operated differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I'm unsure which pump I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContact Simply Fish with your pond dimensions, approximate head height and what you're trying to operate. We'd rather help size it properly before you purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/blogs\/news\/spring-pond-care-nz\"\u003espring pond care blog post\u003c\/a\u003e for some helpful tips to get your pond ready for the warmer season!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua One","offers":[{"title":"360PH 600l\/hr","offer_id":42607086141517,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1300PH 1100l\/hr","offer_id":42607086174285,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1800PH 1800l\/hr","offer_id":42142960255053,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2300PH 2200l\/hr","offer_id":42142960287821,"sku":null,"price":142.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3300PH 2800l\/hr","offer_id":42142960320589,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3600PH 3500l\/hr","offer_id":42142960353357,"sku":null,"price":194.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4900PH 4800l\/hr","offer_id":42142960386125,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/11398.jpg?v=1759277341","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.co.nz\/products\/pond-one-pondmaster-mk-ii","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}