In article , Joe
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Over the years I have tried several different ways to clean the gunk out of
my pond. None were satisfactory. Those of you that use wet fry vacuums, I
wonder if you can chime in.

How easily do they clog? Will they suck up leaves and such?

Do I have to empty it, or is there a way to connect a hose to it to have it
discharge elsewhere?

Any particular brand?

Lilies in bloom, time to start cleaning.

San Diego Joe
4,000 - 5,000 Gallons.
Koi, Goldfish, and RES named Colombo.

I have a smaller cheap one from Home Depot. Cut a hole in the side at
the bottom and put a big drain plug there. Sucks up leaves well and
drains quickly. The only problem with the small one is that it fills up
faster.
Attaching a hose to the side might be a good idea, but the plug needs to
be screwed tight to keep the suction. I just carry it a few feet away to
drain into plant area. I also remove the paper filter when I use the vac.

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