You wouldn't use the zip ties with the 6205, to attach the 6205 to a 6205.500 you would use a 6065.510 clamp and it would plug in directly to the slots on the magnet. The zip ties are just for attaching a electrode or other object that you want to mount magnetically. I assume you probably got a 6205 motor with the adapter clamp as a warranty replacement for a 6201, this pump comes with a retrofit clamp for the old rail or magnet holders, but you need the 6065.510 clamp to attach to the new style magnet holder.