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Care and Maintenance of the JUWEL Filter System Bioflow Super
Care and maintenance of the JUWEL Filter System Bioflow Super is very easy and
requires little time indeed, if you observe the following recommendations carefully:
bioPad - Replace the white pre-filter wool once a week. This will prevent dirt particles
clogging the important blue sponges and having a negative effect on the important
biological cultures.
bioCarb - Replace the black carbon sponge every 4 weeks.
The black active carbon sponge removes chemical impurities and prevents these
substances effecting the bacteria cultures inside the filter sponges. As with any active
carbon sponge the absorption of these chemicals will only be effective for a defined
period of time. Thereafter, the carbon will release the substances gradually back into
the water. This is why we recommend changing these every 4 weeks.
bioPlus fine - Replacing the white pre-filter wool and black carbon sponge as above
ensures that the maintenance of the blue sponges is kept to a minimum. The
biological system takes care of most of the work for you and we therefore suggest that
you clean or replace these sponges every 3-9 months respectively. It is important to
note that only one sponge should ever be cleaned or replaced at a time ensuring that
a good supply of bacteria is available to maintain the aquarium's biological balance.
Any cleaning or replacement destroys these good bacteria and they will need 10-14
days to recolonise the new sponges.
Nitrax - In order to allow a proper level of micro-organisms in the filtration system it
is recommended to exchange the sponge every 8 weeks. The nitrate removal sponge
contains bacteria, which will after a while reduce the nitrate level in the aquarium
significantly.
Important:
Always use original JUWEL Aquarium filter media to ensure the optimum
performance of your system.
Maintenance of the pump JUWEL Eccoflow in the filter system
Bioflow Super, M/3.0, L/6.0, XL/8.0
The pump JUWEL Eccoflow should be checked with regard to functionality and cleaned
at regular intervals (at least once a month).
Please proceed as follows to that end:
1. Disconnect all electrical devices of the aquarium from the power grid.
2. Remove the outlet nozzles.
3. Remove the pump from the separation wall of the filter.
4. Disconnect the adapter (A) from the motor by turning it counter-clockwise and
remove the impeller.
5. Thoroughly clean all components. It is particularly necessary to remove the impeller
from the chamber and remove deposits and dirt from the chamber itself as well as the
impeller. The function of the pump will be impaired otherwise. Also check the impeller
for damage and possible signs of wear of the magnet.
After that, please reinstall the pump in reverse order in the filter.
Recommendation:
We recommend that you replace the parts subjected to wear and tear, e.g. the
impeller, axle and the rubber axle holders, at intervals of approx. 12 months in order
to ensure the optimum function and operating quietness of the pump. Inquire at your
specialist retailer for assistance.
Safety instructions:
Never operate the power head out of water.
Always unplug the power head from the power supply before removing it from the
filter.
The power head is intended for indoor use and for use in fluids up to 35°C.
Never repair the electrical cord or plug. In case of damage replace the complete
power head.
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