AQUAMAXX ConeS FC Series Quick Start Manual

ConeS FC Series Protein Skimmer
Before Assembly
Please open the package carefully and check for damaged or lost parts.
PARTS INCLUDED:
Adjusting valve
Air silencer
Air hose
Diffuser
SHARK pump
Select a suitable place to set your protein skimmer
1. For best results place the skimmer in 7" to 8" of water. Please make
sure that the skimmer is in no more than 8" of water. Otherwise, the
adjusting valve will not function properly.
The pump must be completely submerged underwater when in use
2.
Recommendations
1. For best performance, please clean the collection cup frequently. Use a sponge
and warm water to clean it. (DO NOT USE ANY SOAP OR CHEMICALS TO
CLEAN THE COLLECTION CUP).
2. Regular maintenance of the pump will ensure a long life and maximum
performance: recommended every 3 months.
It may require 2 – 4 weeks for the skimmer to reach maximum performance
3.
due to tiny amounts of oil or remnants left from manufacturing. Skimmer
performance may be erratic during this time and be sure to allow ample time
for the skimmer to break-in before making adjustments.
FC-80 FC-120 FC-180 FC-280
Assembly
While we take great care to keep any contaminantes away from our products during
assembly, please take a moment to clean the skimmer with warm water ONLY. Never clean
Acrylic with alcohol based products. Use caution when handling as acrylic scratches easily.
Collection cup and lid
1. Unscrew the body screws from the base plate, and pick up the skimmer body.
Main skimmer body
2. Attach the pump to the base plate
Venturi
Titanium body screws*5
3. Take off the venturi.
Only for FC-120: Loosen the fitting on the pump for next step to attach the diffuser
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FC-80 / 180 / 280
would be like this
(no fitting)