Kaldnes K3 media is similar in application to Kaldnes K1 media, in that the constant chaotic movement of the air from your pump causes the media to self-clean and thus requires no maintenance. K3 media is different than K1 media, as it is designed to be used in the retrofitting of existing filters bays as the slightly larger media size allow for easier configuration and control.
After the water temperature in your pond drops to 60 degrees or below, you should decrease the amount of food given to your fish and feed them no more than once a day using a food designed for cool weather feeding.