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INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND USE
Important Safety Information - Please Read Carefully
- This skimmer is supplied with a high performance pump. Please read
carefully the safety information supplied with the pump before installing.
- Always isolate the pump from the mains electricity before installing or carrying out
any maintenance to the skimmer.
- Power to the pump must be supplied through a Residual Current Device (RCD) with
a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA.
- The pump is designed to run completely submerged in water - do not run the pump dry.
- To ensure the pump continues to maintain a steady water flow, it must be cleaned
regularly to ensure it does not become clogged with debris or detritus.
- Pump rating: 220-240V, 50Hz unless marked otherwise.
- Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is malfunctioning,
or if it has been dropped or damaged in any way.
- This unit is designed to be used indoors and is not suitable for any outdoor
applications.
- Ensure the skimmer is securely installed before operating.
- Always leave a drip-loop in the pump cable to prevent water running down
the cable and reaching the power source (see picture below).
- Dispose of this unit responsibly. Check with your local authority for disposal
information.
Drip-loop
Typical Installation
Protein Skimmers
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Aquarium
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- Page 1 Protein Skimmers INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND USE Important Safety Information - Please Read Carefully - This skimmer is supplied with a high performance pump. Please read carefully the safety information supplied with the pump before installing. - Always isolate the pump from the mains electricity before installing or carrying out any maintenance to the skimmer.
- Page 2 PARTS LIST 18. V Bubble Stop Black Sponge Filter (models 400-600 - part no. 5360/models 800-1500 - part no. 5362) 19. V Bubble Stop White Sponge Filter (model 400-600 - part no. 5361/models 800-1500 - part no. 5363) 20. V Bubble Stop 21.
- Page 3 SKIMMER ASSEMBLY The V Skim Protein Skimmer is supplied almost fully assembled to ensure the skimmer is ready to use as soon as possible after unpacking. 1. Ensure the skimmer collection cup (2) and lid (1) are securely and correctly positioned on the main skimmer body (9) and on models 600-1500 please check that the skimmer collection cup O ring (15) is also positioned correctly.
- Page 4 B. IN SUMP/AQUARIUM INSTALLATION 1. Make sure you leave enough room for the skimmer inside the sump or aquarium. 2. Allow sufficient clearance above the skimmer to ensure that the collection cup can be removed for cleaning, maintenance etc. 3. Fill the skimmer with sufficient sump or aquarium water to prevent the skimmer from floating when placed in the sump or aquarium.
- Page 5 DRY SKIMMING 1. Turn water level adjustment dial (3) until the micro-bubbles fill approx. 10-15% of the collection cup cone (see diagram). 2. The micro-bubbles produce a dense foam layer which Collection Cup Cone rises to the top of the cone where it collects until the Level of dry foam overflows into the collection cup.
- Page 6 MAINTENANCE Caution: To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken when using this electrical appliance near water. Caution: Always isolate the pump from mains electricity before installing or carrying out any maintenance to the skimmer. Skim Protein Skimmers should need very little adjustment and maintenance once set up correctly.
- Page 7 TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem:The skimmer is not working properly 1. Possible Cause:Water level is too low. Solution: Alter water level adjustment dial accordingly. 2. Possible Cause: Air inlet tube is blocked. Solution: Remove and check for blockage and clean as required. 3.
- Page 8 3400l/hr Tropical Marine Centre, Solesbridge Lane, Chorleywood, Hertfordshire,WD3 5SX. T echnical Information Lines T el: +44 (0) 1923 284151 Fax: +44 (0) 1923 285840 Open between 9am - 5pm Monday to Thursday/9am - 12pm Friday. Website: www.tmc-ltd.co.uk Email: tmc@tmc-ltd.co.uk...
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