Pond Vacuum II – Matala

Product details

Pond Vacuum II – Matala (often nicknamed the “Muck Buster”) is a pond and water-garden vacuum designed to remove algae, sludge, dead plants, leaves, and small debris from pond bottoms and problem areas. It works by automatically filling its canister and then discharging the dirty water away so you’re not returning muck back to the pond. This makes it practical for routine cleanups and for doing water-change style maintenance, especially in hobbyist ponds where you want an efficient way to lift and remove settled waste.

Features:

• 2 H.P. motor with high-quality German-made components for strong suction performance
• Auto fill and drain cycles: the unit vacuums into the canister, then discharges water into garden beds
• Timed on/off cycle is approximately 40 seconds vacuum and 20 seconds drain
• Helps capture coarse debris using the mesh bag before releasing dirty water to a yard or garden drain
• Can remove algae, sludge, dead plants, leaves, and small pebbles up to 3/8" diameter
• Includes guidance for improving suction and performance using the handle yellow ring and correct tube/head placement
• Designed for fish ponds and water gardens, supporting routine maintenance on a schedule

Specifications:

• Motor power: 2 H.P.
• Suction performance (reference test): Four times more powerful than competition in suction tests
• Suction lift (reference): 5’ above water
• Debris size: Small pebbles up to 3/8" in diameter
• Recommended pond size: Perfect for hobbyist ponds up to 3000 gallons
• Extension tubes: 5 tubes, approximately 15 inches long each
• Maximum reach (reference): Up to 6 feet (with extension tubes)
• Suction hose length: 16 feet
• Drain hose length: 8 feet
• Vacuum/drain cycle: Approximately 40 seconds vacuum and 20 seconds drain