A garden pond not only enhances the garden, but also creates an ecological biotope for plants and animals. A remedy for the inevitable formation of sludge is provided by a pond sludge vacuum cleaner, which effectively removes the dirt and ensures clear and clean water. What do you have to pay attention to when buying such a device? How to use it correctly? Our guide provides the most important information.
A pond silt sucker makes pond cleaning much easier
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Pontec 50754 PondoMatic pond sludge sucker 1400 W 3000 l / h - simple and effective cleaning for garden pond swimming pond fish pond pool
114.99 EUR To the product| device type | 2-chamber system |
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| power | 1400 watts |
| suction power | k. A |
| Maximum water depth | 2 metres |
| tank | 30 liters |
| Length of suction hose | 4 meters |
The PondoMatic pond sludge remover from the brand manufacturer Pontec is ideal for removing sludge, plant remains, algae and other sediments, even from larger garden ponds. The device works with an effective suction power of 3000 liters per hour and can also be used for swimming ponds or pools. Thanks to the 30 liter tank, handling is uncomplicated, especially since emptying is described as easy. The PondoMatic includes a four meter long suction hose, a two meter long suction hose and various nozzles with which all areas of the pond including the pond liner can be cleaned. The device is well suited for smaller ponds and pools.
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Oase 37102 PondoVac 3 pond sludge vacuum cleaner 1600 W 4000 l / h - fast floor cleaning and water treatment without interruption for garden pond, fish pond, swimming pond, pool and household
365.00 EUR To the product| device type | 2-chamber system |
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| power | 1600 watts |
| suction power | 5000 liters per hour |
| Maximum water depth | 2.4 meters |
| tank | 27 liters |
| Length of suction hose | 5 meters |
According to the manufacturer's description, the pond sludge vacuum cleaner PondoVac 3 from the manufacturer Oase is well suited for small to medium-sized garden ponds and pools. With an output of 1600 watts, the device powerfully cleans all areas of the pond from mud, plant remains and fish excrement. The four meter long suction hose can be extended to a total of five meters thanks to the suction tube extension and thus offers a large effective range. The length of the drain hose is 2.5 meters. The scope of delivery also includes various nozzles and a dirt collection bag, which can be used for water recirculation.
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Oase 50529 PondoVac Classic pond sludge vacuum cleaner 1400 W 3000 l / h - cleaning and water treatment including 4 suction nozzles for garden pond, swimming pond, fish pond, pool and house
214.99 EUR To the product| device type | 2-chamber system |
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| power | 1400 watts |
| suction power | 3000 liters per hour |
| Maximum water depth | 2 metres |
| tank | 27 liters |
| Length of suction hose | 4 meters |
With an output of 1400 watts and a suction power of 3000 liters per hour, the PondoVac Classic pond sludge vacuum cleaner from the manufacturer Oase effectively removes heavy dirt and bottom sediments from the garden pond or pool. The device can be easily activated with a toggle switch and has a fairly long range with the four meter long suction hose. The outflowing water can be cleaned by a filter and thus reused. Alternatively, you can also dispose of it via the drain hose and use it to fertilize beds, for example.
Purchase Criteria
device type
Pond sludge sucker with collection container: Here the sludge sucked off through the hose or the suction pipe ends up in a collection container which, if it is full, has to be emptied and cleaned. The principle of operation is similar to that of a vacuum cleaner or a lawnmower.
Pond sludge sucker with 2-chamber system: Pond sludge vacuum cleaners with a 2-chamber system suck up sludge with two containers at the same time, whereby this is not collected but emptied automatically. The sludge can be discharged immediately during pumping, so that the container does not have to be emptied.
power
One of the most important purchase criteria is the suction power of the sludge sucker, which must be adapted to the respective pond size and depth. A vacuum cleaner with a rather low suction power is suitable for small garden ponds, for example, while a large fish or even swimming pond requires a model with the corresponding suction power. If the pond sludge sucker is too weak, it only whirls up the pond bottom instead of cleaning it. However, pay attention not only to the pure power (which is given in watts), but also to manufacturer information such as the water flow in liters per hour and the maximum water depth.
collection container
Also relevant is the size of the collection container, which should be as voluminous as possible. The larger the tank, the less often you have to empty it when cleaning the pond - this saves a lot of time. The situation is different with a model with a 2-chamber system and without a drain hose: Here the container is changed automatically by the device, which is why you have to empty it less often from the start. This saves you interruptions at work and finishes faster. Of course, these pond silt suckers are more expensive than conventional models.
hose or suction tube
The length of the hose or suction pipe should be adapted to the depth of the pond, whereby you must also bear in mind that the actual suction device is always on the bank and therefore at a distance. Therefore, the hose or pipe must be significantly longer than the pond is deep so that you have enough leeway to work. But be careful: If the suction hose or the suction tube is too long, the suction power will decrease. A shorter hose/pipe, on the other hand, has better suction power.
attachments and suction nozzles
A selection of different attachments and suction nozzles makes sense for effective pond cleaning. A pond net is very well suited for removing leaves and other coarse dirt. A special debris funnel removes the layer of debris lying on the gravel surface. With a suction lance, on the other hand, you can clean densely overgrown areas in a way that is gentle on the plants. Solid deposits and layers, on the other hand, can be easily removed with floor and brush brushes. Make sure that if you buy the pond sludge sucker and the attachments separately, they are compatible with each other.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What to do with the extracted sludge?
Do not simply dispose of the sucked-in sludge, because it is very rich in nutrients and is therefore very well suited for the natural fertilization of ornamental and crop plants. You can take advantage of this when cleaning the pond in spring, for example, by diverting the pond sludge straight into the garden bed using the 2-chamber system and thus providing the plants with their initial fertilization.
Which manufacturers have high-quality pond sludge vacuum cleaners in their range?
Important manufacturers in this segment are above all Pontec, Deuba, Oase and Aqua Forte, all of which offer high-quality pond sludge vacuum cleaners together with the right accessories. You can get the various models in stationary specialist shops or in hardware stores and garden centers as well as online on the websites of these providers or in the well-known Internet department stores.
Is it also possible to rent a pond sludge vacuum cleaner?
You can rent pond sludge vacuum cleaners, which are usually high-performance professional devices, from hardware stores or from some Internet providers (which should of course also be in your area). Whether this is worthwhile for you depends on how high the rental price is and how often you want to use the mud vacuum cleaner per year.
How often should you clean the pond with the pond sludge cleaner?
Since every garden pond is an artificial body of water, it must be cleaned regularly and thoroughly once or twice a year. Removing the sludge and other coarse dirt ensures that the pond as an ecosystem, including its plants and animals, remains healthy. However, you do not have to change the water completely or remove plants or fish.
Do I have to take the fish out of the water before vacuuming?
You can take the fish out of the pond before suction and put them in a separate tub, but this is usually not absolutely necessary. The animals will swim away in time because they feel disturbed by the device. You don't have to remove the plants either. However, pond cleaning should not take place during the winter rest period when the fish are still hibernating.
Can I use tap water to fill the pond?
First of all: You do not have to completely empty the pond before vacuuming, nor is it necessary to change the water. On the contrary, these measures can even be harmful because they unbalance the delicate ecosystem. So you can reintroduce the cleaned pond water with complete peace of mind. If you still want or need to refill the pond, use rainwater if possible. Tap water is unsuitable due to its high nutrient content.
What else can the garden pond be cleaned with?
Instead of vacuuming the pond, you can also clean it with a pond filter. This runs regularly and thus ensures consistently good water quality. As a result, you no longer have to vacuum the pond several times a year, but only once every few years or when the sludge gets out of hand.
equipment
Pond filter with pump
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Pontec 51226 flow-through filter PondoClear Set 4000 | Filters | complete set | filter system | Flow-through filter set | UVC
89.99 EUR To the productThe garden pond can also be kept clean with a pump-operated pond filter. Such a device works with a multi-stage filter system made of filter mats with different porosities, which can filter both coarse and fine dirt and even drug and chemical residues from the water thanks to so-called filter bacteria. Pond filters with solar are practical because they do not require a power connection.