Cobalt Aquatics C-VUE 18 Use And Care Instructions Manual page 8

MAINTAINING YOUR C-VUE AQUARIUM
1. All maintenance should be done with all equipment
unplugged.
2. Regular maintenance of the tank's hardware and
replacement/cleaning of the filter media are essential to
keeping your C-VUE's hardware working well for the long term.
3. Routine replacement of the filter socks included with
your C-VUE aquarium will help keep the water clear and
remove debris filtered out by the sock. It is highly recommend-
ed to have at least four (4) extra socks per sock slot available
so that a new, clean, sock will be available at all times while
dirty socks are being cleaned.
a. To replace a filter sock, carefully pull the sock assembly
out of the tank using the handle on the filter basket.
b. Gently remove the soiled sock from the holder and
replace with a clean one.
c. Insert the new sock back into the slot.
d. Soiled sock can be washed with a small amount of
bleach and warm water. Rinse sock well after cleaning to
remove any residue. NEVER use laundry detergent on your
filter socks! This can damage the sock and your livestock.
4. If possible for your application, it is recommended that
the rear filter and pump chambers be cleaned out regularly to
avoid particulate matter build-up over time. Proper use and
maintenance of the filter socks will prevent much of this.
However, this is still good practice to maximize the lifespan
of the tank hardware.