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- Page 1 USER MANUAL GUIDE DE L’ UTILISATEUR BENUTZERHANDBUCH MANUAL DEL USUARIO GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING SERIES MANUAL DO UTILIZADOR...
- Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Parts Listing/ Replacement Parts ................................EN-5 Safeguard Instructions ..................................EN-6 Installation and Use ....................................EN-7 Specifications ......................................EN-12 Maintenance .......................................EN-13 Maintenance Frequency ..................................EN-13 Warranty and Customer Service ................................EN-18 TABLE DES MATIÈRES Pièces de l’appareil/pièces de rechange .............................. FR-21 Mesures de sécurité .................................... FR-22 Installation et utilisation ..................................
- Page 3 FLUVAL FX4...
- Page 4 FLUVAL FX6...
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Page 5: Parts Listing/ Replacement Parts
PARTS LISTING/REPLACEMENT PARTS Part Description Quantity FX4 Item Number FX6 Item Number Quantity Spare Parts Ribbed Hosing A20236 A20236 Rim connector (1) & Clips (3) A20230 A20230 Rim Connector Suction Cups A20232 A20232 Intake Stem A20225 A20225 Rubber Connector A20228 A20228 Strainer Suction Cup A15041... - Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION WARNING - To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed including the following: READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and all the important notices on the appliance before using. Failure to do so may result in the loss of fish life and/or damage to the appliance.
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Page 7: Installation And Use
INSTALLATION AND USE 1. Before beginning • For best results, top off water in aquarium before beginning setup. • Allow 30-45 minutes for setup and installation. • Tools required: Phillips screwdriver and utility knife. • Read all instructions. DO NOT PLUG IN FILTER UNTIL SETUP IS COMPLETE AND UNIT IS FILLED WITH WATER. 2. - Page 8 INSTALLATION AND USE 1. Place the two rim connectors over the back top edge of the aquarium. Place one just above the spot where you want to place the intake tube; place the other just over the spot where you want to position the output nozzle. Be sure that the long end of the bracket is on the inside of the aquarium.
- Page 9 INSTALLATION AND USE 3. Push the cut end of this “intake” hosing into the rubber connector on the intake tube. Push the hosing in by at least 1 in. (2.5cm) without twisting it. 4. Place the intake strainer in the tank, making sure it is at least 3 in. (7.5 cm) from the bottom.
- Page 10 INSTALLATION AND USE 6. Prepare the filter 1. Loosen and disengage the eight lid fasteners. 2. Remove the filter lid and set it aside. Be careful not to damage the inlet stem connected to the lid. 3. Using the red T-handles, lift the media baskets from the filter canister. The T-handles will fall outward so the baskets can be handled separately.
- Page 11 INSTALLATION AND USE 7. Install the Filter 1. Once the filter unit is in its final position, make sure that the aquarium has the appropriate amount of water. IMPORTANT: Before proceeding, check the Installation Requirements at section #3 of “Installation and Use” chapter. 2.
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Page 12: Specifications
This sequence will repeat itself every time the unit is unplugged and plugged back in. Every 12 hours the pump will stop for 1 minute to evacuate any air that may have become trapped inside the unit. FLUVAL FX SPECIFICATION Aquarium Capacity: 250 gallons 1,000 liters 400 gallons... -
Page 13: Maintenance
Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. IMPORTANT To ensure optimal and proper functioning of your Fluval FX External Filter, regular maintenance is required. Failure to do so may result in the failure of the filter and will invalidate your warranty. - Page 14 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always unplug any appliances from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. FILTER MAINTENANCE Prior to periodic maintenance the canister must be drained.
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always unplug any appliances from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. 4. Pump care FX4 IMPELLER MAINTENANCE The impeller well has an effective self-cleaning feature.
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always unplug any appliances from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. FX6 IMPELLER MAINTENANCE The impeller well has an effective self-cleaning feature.
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Always unplug any appliances from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. 5. Re-assemble the unit 1.
- Page 18 Three Year Warranty The Fluval FX4/FX6 Canister Filter is guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship under normal aquarium usage and service for 3 years from date of purchase. Non-replaceable and non-serviceable parts will be repaired or replaced at Hagen’s discretion, free of charge, when the complete filter is returned with all...