Pond Pump
Aquaforte DM Vario 30000
A variable-speed submersible pond pump from AquaForte's DM‑Vario range with manufacturer-stated maximum head of 8 m and an adjustable controller. Manufacturer documents conflict on the precise maximum flow for the 30000 model.
About Aquaforte DM Vario 30000
The Aquaforte DM Vario 30000 is a variable-speed submersible pond pump in AquaForte’s DM‑Vario family. Manufacturer documentation for this exact model shows an adjustable electronic controller and a manufacturer-specified maximum head of 8.0 metres. AquaForte lists the pump with 2" inlet/outlet fittings. The DM‑Vario controller features speed adjustment (manufacturer docs describe an adjustable range of 30%–100%), an LED/display with power readout, memory function (restores last speed), key‑lock, dry‑run protection and error codes — these control and protection features are described in the official DM‑Vario manual for the product line. Manufacturer documents disagree on the pump’s maximum flow: one AquaForte catalogue entry for the DM‑30000 Vario gives a flow band (12,000–29,000 L/h) while a separate AquaForte DM‑Vario manual table shows a 30,000 L/h entry for the 30 000 row. Because both values appear in official AquaForte sources, the exact maximum flow is recorded as conflicting in the limitations below rather than being settled here. The pump is not shown by the manufacturer as having any built‑in UV lamp, and AquaForte does not provide pond-volume/fish/koi capacity guidance for this pump model in the documents reviewed. Manufacturer installation limits in the DM‑Vario manuals include a maximum recommended submersion depth of 1.5 m and a maximum water temperature of 35°C; the pump is not self‑priming. A 24‑month (2‑year) general product warranty is stated in the official DM‑Vario documentation. Several other physical details (external dimensions, weight, cable length, IP rating) are not provided for this exact model in the AquaForte documents checked.
Best for
Integration with AquaForte filter packages and variable-flow pond circulation where an adjustable pump is required (manufacturer lists pump as a component in filter packages).
Things to consider
AquaForte sources conflict on the maximum flow for the DM Vario 30000: the AquaForte catalogue lists 12,000–29,000 L/h (RD764) while an AquaForte DM‑Vario manual table lists 30,000 L/h for the 30 000 entry. Both numbers are present in official AquaForte documents; this record does not resolve the discrepancy and therefore leaves maxFlowLph null. Manufacturer documentation reviewed did not provide cable length, external dimensions, weight, IP rating, operating pressure in bars/psi, UV wattage, or any pond/fish/koi capacity for this exact model. The DM‑Vario‑S (30000S) is a different variant and has different specs in separate documents; those variant numbers were not substituted for the DM Vario 30000.
Installation
Follow the AquaForte DM‑Vario manual for installation. Manufacturer limits: do not place deeper than 1.5 m under water; maximum water temperature 35°C; pump is not self‑priming. Refer to the product nameplate and supplied manual for final, unit‑specific details.
Maintenance
Refer to the official AquaForte DM‑Vario manual for cleaning and service instructions. The documents reviewed do not state a manufacturer maintenance interval.
Safety
Observe manufacturer installation limits (max 1.5 m submersion, max 35°C). The pump includes dry‑run protection and error codes; use the controller and manual to diagnose faults. Consult the product nameplate and manual for safe operation.