Fluval Jet Clear 3500 Pond Filter, Pump, UVC & Fountain

The Fluval Jet Clear 3500 is an all-in-one submerged pond filtration system combining a pond pump, mechanical filtration, biological filtration, 9W UVC clarifier and decorative fountain in one compact unit.

Designed for freshwater ornamental ponds up to approximately 3,500 litres, the Jet Clear 3500 is an excellent solution for smaller garden ponds where you want filtration, water circulation, UV clarification and a water feature without installing multiple separate pieces of equipment.

The integrated pump delivers up to 1,980L/h, while the complete system has a maximum flow rate of approximately 1,575L/h and maximum head height of 1.5 metres.

Key Features

• Complete all-in-one pond filtration system
• Suitable for ponds up to approximately 3,500 litres
• Integrated pond pump
• 1,980L/h pump output
• Maximum system flow of 1,575L/h
• Maximum head height of 1.5m
• Integrated 9W UVC clarifier
• Mechanical foam filtration
• 250g BioLava biological filter media
• Decorative fountain system included
• Can operate a fountain, waterfall or both
• Three fountain head styles included
• Helps control free-floating algae and green pond water
• Provides pond circulation and aeration
• Click-Fit hose connections
• 10 metre power cable
• Compact submerged installation
• Suitable for outdoor freshwater ornamental ponds

All-in-One Pond Filtration

The Jet Clear 3500 eliminates the need to purchase a separate pump, filter, UVC and fountain system for a smaller pond.

Water is drawn into the submerged unit where the filter foam captures suspended debris, while BioLava provides biological filtration by creating surface area for beneficial bacteria.

The integrated pump then circulates the filtered water back into the pond through the fountain, waterfall outlet or a combination of both.

Integrated 9W UVC Clarifier

The 9W UVC clarifier helps control the microscopic free-floating algae responsible for green pond water.

Combining UVC clarification with mechanical and biological filtration provides a convenient approach to maintaining clearer and healthier-looking pond water within a single unit.

Mechanical & Biological Filtration

The Jet Clear 3500 incorporates both:

• 1 x filter foam for mechanical filtration
• 250g BioLava for biological filtration

The foam captures suspended particles and organic debris, while the BioLava provides a porous surface for beneficial bacteria involved in processing dissolved pond waste.

Fountain & Waterfall Options

The Fluval Jet Clear 3500 isn't limited to filtration. It can also create an attractive water feature while helping circulate and aerate the pond.

The adjustable diverter provides three operating configurations:

• Fountain only
• Fountain and waterfall
• Waterfall only

Three interchangeable fountain heads are supplied: 3-Tier, Lily and Waterbell, allowing you to change the appearance of the water feature.

A flexible hose can be connected to the waterfall outlet when you want to supply a separate waterfall or watercourse.

Compact Submerged Installation

Unlike an external pressure filter system, the Jet Clear is designed to sit inside the pond.

The unit should be positioned on a solid, level platform at the bottom of the pond, with the telescopic fountain riser adjusted to the required height.

This makes it particularly useful for smaller garden ponds where you want to minimise the amount of filtration equipment visible around the outside of the pond.

Specifications

• Brand: Fluval
• Range: Jet Clear
• Model: 3500
• Product Number: PT8342
• System Type: Pump, Filter, UVC & Fountain
• Maximum Pond Capacity: 3,500L
• Pump Output: 1,980L/h
• Maximum System Flow: 1,575L/h
• Maximum Head Height: 1.5m
• UVC: 9W
• Total Power Consumption – Pump + UVC: 40W
• Mechanical Media: 1 x filter foam
• Biological Media: 250g BioLava
• Outlet Sizes: 19mm, 25mm & 32mm
• Power Cable: 10m
• Installation: Submerged
• Water Type: Freshwater ornamental ponds
• Water Temperature Range: 4–35°C

Choosing the Correct Jet Clear

The 3,500 litre rating should be treated as a maximum pond capacity.

Actual filtration requirements can vary depending on factors including:

• Fish stocking level
• Amount of food being fed
• Direct sunlight
• Pond depth
• Organic debris
• Water temperature

A heavily stocked fish pond may require greater filtration capacity than a lightly stocked ornamental pond of the same volume.

Maintenance

Routine maintenance helps maintain good water flow and filtration performance.

Periodically inspect and clean the filter foam, BioLava, pump impeller and impeller chamber. The UVC lamp and quartz sleeve should also be inspected and maintained to ensure effective UV clarification.

Always disconnect the unit from the electricity supply before carrying out maintenance or placing your hands in the pond.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size pond is the Fluval Jet Clear 3500 suitable for?
It is designed for freshwater ornamental ponds up to approximately 3,500 litres.

Does the Jet Clear 3500 include the pump?
Yes. Unlike a Pressure-Flo filter, the Jet Clear is an all-in-one system with the pond pump built into the unit.

What is the pump output?
The integrated pump has an output of 1,980L/h, with a maximum system flow rate of approximately 1,575L/h.

Does it include a UVC clarifier?
Yes. The Jet Clear 3500 has an integrated 9W UVC to help control free-floating algae and green pond water.

Does it provide biological filtration?
Yes. The system includes 250g of BioLava biological filter media, together with a mechanical filter foam.

Can I run a waterfall from it?
Yes. The diverter allows the Jet Clear to operate a fountain only, fountain and waterfall together, or waterfall only.

Does it include fountain heads?
Yes. Three fountain styles are included: 3-Tier, Lily and Waterbell.

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