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AI53036 Components

Aquascape Large Pond Kit 21' x 26' with AquaSurge 4000-8000 Adjustable Flow Pond Pump

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AI53036
$6,123.76
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  • Blue Thumb's recommended alternative: 21' × 26' Blue Thumb Elite Pond Kit
  • Builds an ecosystem pond up to 21' × 26' with a maximum depth of 2'
  • Includes an app-capable AquaSurge® 4000–8000 Adjustable Flow Pond Pump
  • Signature Series 1000 Pond Skimmer and Signature Series 6000 BioFalls® provide mechanical and biological filtration
  • Includes a 25' × 30' fish-safe 45 mil EPDM liner and 750 sq. ft. of protective underlayment
  • Warm-white LED lighting package includes two spotlights and one waterfall light
  • Includes automated dosing equipment with starter water treatment
  • Rocks and gravel are recommended to complete the pond but are not included
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Description
 

Professional-grade ecosystem pond kit

Build a 21' × 26' Pond with a Matched Aquascape System

Aquascape kit #53036 brings the major circulation, filtration, liner, lighting, plumbing and treatment components together for a finished ecosystem pond up to 21' × 26' with a maximum depth of 2'. This configuration includes the app-capable AquaSurge® 4000–8000 Adjustable Flow Pond Pump, giving you control over the waterfall flow without replacing the pump.

21' × 26' × 2' max Finished pond size
Up to 7,793 GPH Maximum pump flow
25' × 30' 45 mil EPDM liner
Warm-white LED kit Two spotlights plus waterfall light

Why Choose This Large Pond Kit?

Matched Mechanical & Biological Filtration

The Signature Series 1000 Pond Skimmer captures surface debris and houses the pump, while the Signature Series 6000 BioFalls® provides biological filtration and forms the head of the waterfall.

Adjustable, Connected Water Flow

The AquaSurge 4000–8000 pump is designed for continuous submersed operation and connects to the Aquascape Smart Control App for remote flow adjustment and scheduling.

Core Materials in One Kit

Liner, underlayment, plumbing, check valve, warm-white lighting, dosing equipment and installation consumables are supplied together, reducing the uncertainty of matching major components separately.

What Comes with Kit #53036

Circulation & Filtration

  • AquaSurge® 4000–8000 Adjustable Flow Pond Pump (#45010)
  • Signature Series 1000 Pond Skimmer with faux-rock lid
  • Signature Series 6000 BioFalls® Filter with rock tray
  • BioBalls Biological Filter Media
  • Check valve assembly

Liner, Plumbing & Installation

  • 25' × 30' fish-safe 45 mil EPDM liner
  • 750 sq. ft. of protective underlayment
  • 2" × 50' flexible PVC pipe
  • Installation kit with silicone, Pond and Waterfall Foam Sealant, PVC cement and additional installation materials

Warm-White Pond Lighting

  • Two 3-watt LED spotlights
  • One 1-watt waterfall light
  • 60-watt low-voltage transformer with photocell
  • 3-way quick-connect splitter
  • 25' quick-connect extension cable

Automated Water Treatment

  • Dosing System SL
  • 32 fl. oz. starter water treatment

Set dosing to the actual pond volume and follow the treatment label and Dosing System SL instructions.

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Technical Specifications

Complete Kit

Blue Thumb SKU: AI53036
Manufacturer kit: 53036
Maximum finished size: 21' L × 26' W × 2' maximum depth
Liner: 25' × 30', 45 mil EPDM, fish-safe
Underlayment: 750 sq. ft.
Flexible PVC pipe: 2" diameter × 50'
Lighting: Two 3W spotlights and one 1W waterfall light
Lighting transformer: 60W low voltage with photocell

AquaSurge® 4000–8000 Adjustable Flow Pond Pump

Pump item number: 45010
Maximum flow: 7,793 GPH
Maximum head: 28'
Motor: Asynchronous, adjustable flow
Wattage: 500–660W, depending on flow setting
Amperage: 5.5A
Power cord: 20'
Pump discharge: 1.5" MPT
Ideal pipe diameter: 2" or 3"; kit includes 2" pipe
Pump dimensions: 14" L × 6" W × 7.5" H
Connectivity: Aquascape Smart Control App capable
Pump warranty: 3-year limited warranty

Signature Series Filtration

Skimmer: Signature Series 1000 Pond Skimmer
Skimmer dimensions: 21" L × 22" W × 26.5" H
Skimmer weir: 8"
Skimmer flow rating: Up to 10,000 GPH
BioFalls: Signature Series 6000 BioFalls® Filter
BioFalls dimensions: 40" L × 45" W × 29.5" H
BioFalls spillway: 28" wide
BioFalls flow rating: Up to 15,000 GPH
Skimmer warranty: Limited lifetime
BioFalls warranty: Limited lifetime

Plan the Installation in Stages

Review the site, utility locations, manuals and final pond layout before excavation. This kit coordinates the principal hardware, but it does not replace construction planning or local code requirements.

Confirm the Site

Plan the finished pond, waterfall, skimmer and BioFalls positions together. Mark underground utilities and provide access for excavation, soil removal and large components.

Prepare Water & Power

Arrange a fill-water source and properly grounded, outdoor-rated GFCI protection. Electrical work and connections must comply with applicable local codes.

Excavate & Protect

Create the pond shape and shelves to the planned dimensions. Remove sharp material, install the underlayment and place the liner without stretching it.

Set Filtration & Plumbing

Install and level the skimmer and BioFalls, attach the liner correctly, run the 2" flexible PVC and install the check valve according to the component manuals.

Finish & Start Up

Position the lights, complete rock and gravel work, fill the pond, treat new water as needed and test every connection before finishing the surrounding landscape.

Balance the Ecosystem

Run the pump continuously during the operating season, establish biological filtration and add fish or plants gradually only after water conditions are suitable.

Electrical safety: Use properly grounded GFCI-protected outlets. Do not handle power connections with wet hands, and follow the pump, lighting and dosing-system manuals for cord placement and connection requirements.

Care Through the Seasons

Routine Care

Empty the skimmer basket as debris accumulates, remove excess organic material, monitor the water level, inspect pump flow and keep the BioFalls media from becoming obstructed.

Warm-Weather Operation

Evaporation may require top-offs. Treat replacement water appropriately before it reaches fish, and keep the pump running to support circulation, oxygen and biological filtration.

Cold-Weather Planning

If the waterfall runs in freezing weather, monitor for ice dams. If you shut the pump down, remove it and store it in a frost-free location. Ponds with fish need an opening in the ice for gas exchange.

Product Resources

Read the relevant manuals before installation and keep them available for startup, maintenance and winter care.

Your New Ecosystem Pond Owner's Manual AquaSurge Adjustable Flow Pump Manual Signature Series 1000 Skimmer Manual Signature Series 6000 BioFalls Manual Dosing System SL Manual Garden and Pond LED Lighting Manual

See How an Ecosystem Pond Is Built

This official Aquascape video demonstrates the pond-building process for the product family. It is not an exact #53036 component-by-component installation guide; use the model and component manuals above for exact specifications and connections.

“How To Build a Pond by Aquascape” — official AquascapePonds channel.

Questions Before Ordering?

Our Sales/Tech Team can help you review the site footprint, included component generation, electrical planning and the difference between this Aquascape kit and our 21' × 26' Blue Thumb Elite Pond Kit.

Call 888-619-3474 Email the Sales/Tech Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a complete pond kit?

It includes the principal liner, underlayment, pump, skimmer, BioFalls, plumbing, lighting, dosing and installation components listed above. Rocks and gravel are recommended to complete the pond but are not included. Excavation, electrical service, fill water, labor, fish, plants and surrounding landscape materials are also not listed as included.

Does the kit always build a 21' × 26' pond?

Those are maximum finished dimensions with a maximum depth of 2'. The final shape and water volume depend on the shelves, curves, waterfall layout and construction. Do not use the maximum pond dimensions as the total jobsite footprint.

Can I adjust the pump from my phone?

Yes. The included AquaSurge 4000–8000 Adjustable Flow Pump is Aquascape Smart Control App capable, allowing compatible mobile control and scheduling once the pump is configured on the site's network.

Are the lights color-changing?

No. Aquascape's current specification for the standard Large Pond Kit lists two 3-watt spotlights and one 1-watt waterfall light in its warm-white LED lighting package. Color-changing lighting is associated with the Large Deluxe Pond Kit.

Which dosing system is included?

Aquascape's current #53036 kit page lists a Dosing System SL with starter water treatment. Older Blue Thumb imagery and copy show the prior Automatic Dosing System for Ponds, so contact us before ordering if the exact dosing-system generation is important.

Should the pond pump run continuously?

During normal pond operation, continuous circulation is recommended to maintain oxygen, filtration and aerobic bacteria. Follow the pump manual and adjust seasonal operation for your climate and pond inhabitants.

Can fish stay in the pond during winter?

A 2-foot depth can support overwintering in many settings, but climate, fish load and construction all matter. Maintain a hole in the ice for gas exchange, use appropriate aeration or de-icing equipment and follow local cold-weather guidance.

What warranty applies to the complete kit?

Warranty coverage is component-specific. Verified coverage includes limited lifetime warranties for the Signature Series 1000 Skimmer and Signature Series 6000 BioFalls, a 3-year limited warranty for the AquaSurge pump, a 5-year warranty for the LED light fixtures, a 1-year limited warranty for the transformer and a 20-year guarantee for the 45 mil EPDM liner. Terms and exclusions apply.