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Trouble Shooting
The filter unit is leaking
1. Check that all o-rings are in place and that they are
not damaged or soiled.
2. Apply aquarium safe lubricant to o-rings.
3. Ensure the head unit is locked securely in position.
The filter will not prime
1. Check the tubing for kinks.
2. Check that the aquarium is filled with water.
3. Make sure that the intake pipe and/or intake strainer
are not blocked.
4. Ensure that the hoses are connected to the unit
correctly. Intake strainer to IN and spray bar to OUT.
The filter will not start
1. As previous tips.
2. Check the impeller and shaft are in good condition.
3. Ensure the filter is plugged in.
Low water flow
1. As both previous tips.
2. Clean or replace the filter media.
3. Clean the inlet and outlet hoses.
4. Clean all tubing.
Both water & air coming from
the outlet pipe
1. Leave for 3-5 minutes.
2. Make sure that no air stone is operating near the
intake strainer.
3. Check all tubing is connected firmly.
4. Check all o-rings and re-apply aquarium safe
lubricant.
5. Gently rock the filter back and forth trying to discharge
the air in the canister.
The filter is making noise
1. As per previous tips
2. Outlet or inlet flow is restricted. Check tubing.
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