The first 100 feet of hose leading from my garage to the pond is above ground and had a couple of low spots where condensation had accumulated. It was easy to unhook and drag it into my basement to thaw out. Seeing as I installed the unit after the ice formed, the remainder of the hose (80 feet) is resting on the ice prior to entering the pond.
Fortunately last winter this line never froze all winter. Maybe I'll periodically add a little gasline antifreeze to it to prevent another freezeup.
My biggest concern was with the dead fish, especially being so small. My fears were that if tiny perch had succumbed then the larger fish, particulary my 2 1/2- 3 1/2 pound rainbow trout, would surely be toast.
Thanks for your input Folks.
