Hagen ELITE MINI, A-130 - Underwater Filter Installation Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. 
   To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. Follow these safety instructions carefully.
2. All aquarium appliances must be disconnected from the main power supply before servicing an aquarium or conducting any activity that allows direct contact with the water.
   
   Disconnect the power from all aquarium appliances before putting hands into the aquarium.
3. Do not operate any aquarium appliance which malfunctions or is damaged in any way. The power cord of this appliance cannot be replaced. If the electrical cord or plug is damaged, discard the appliance.
4. 
   The motor has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt repairs yourself; return the appliance to an authorized service facility for service or discard the appliance.
5. To avoid the possibility of the appliance or socket getting wet, position the aquarium to one side of a wall-mounted socket preventing water from dripping onto the socket or plug.
6. 
   Use a drip loop. A "drip loop" (see illustration) should be arranged by the user for each cord connecting an aquarium appliance to a socket. The "drip loop" is that part of the electrical cord below the level of the socket (or the connector if an extension cord is used) to prevent water from traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the socket.
   
   If the plug or socket does get wet, DO NOT unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the appliance. Then unplug and examine for the presence of water in the socket.
7. 
   To prevent electric shock, supply electrical power through a wall mounted Residual Current Device (GFI-Ground Fault Current Interrupter) with a residual operating current not exceeding 30mA. If the appliance shows any sign of current leakage or if the GFI switches off, disconnect the power supply from mains and remove the appliance from the water.
8. 
   Do not permit children to use this appliance unless they are closely supervised by an adult at all times.
9. 
   Do not use an appliance for other than its intended use. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
10. 
    Do not immerse this appliance deeper than 1 meter or 40 inches.
11. 
    Do not operate this appliance out of water. Always unplug an appliance when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from socket. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
12. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezing.
13. Make sure the appliance is securely installed before operating it.
14. Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
15. If an extension cord is necessary, an electrical cord with a proper rating should be used. An electrical cord rated for less amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
16. 
    To prevent corrosion or deterioration of materials that could lead to electrical shock, use only with fresh water.
17. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION and OPERATION

Disconnect the electrical plug of all appliances inside the aquarium before putting hands into the water.

ELITE MINI INSTALLATION

It is recommended that the sponge pad is rinsed before the first installation (see MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT).

1. Place the filter in the aquarium using the suction cups, ensuring that the horizontal water outlet is at a minimum of 1 cm below the water surface.
2. Plug into power source.
   

FILTER MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the electrical plug of all appliances inside the aquarium before putting hands in the water.
We recommend cleaning the filter media (sponge), magnetic impeller and impeller well (where the magnetic impeller is located) at least once a month. It is a good idea to clean the motor when servicing the filter media. Filter media should be replaced every 2 months to ensure proper functioning of the pump.

ELITE MINI MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT

1. Slowly remove the filter from the aquarium.
2. Remove the bottom half of filter.
3. Remove the sponge pad.
4. Rinse* or replace.
5. Remove impeller cover.
6. Grasp the blades of the impeller fan and pull out the impeller.
7. Rinse off any slimy buildup that has accumulated on the magnetic impeller and in the impeller well and reassemble.
8. Once all parts are cleaned or replaced, reassemble the filter and install in the aquarium.

*Do not rinse the sponge pad directly in the aquarium. Transfer a small quantity of water from the aquarium into a bucket using a siphon. After rinsing, put the sponge back in the filter intake and reassemble.

MINI REPLACEMENT PARTS

SERVICE

If you have a problem or question about the operation of this product, please let us try to help you before you return the product to your dealer. Most problems can be handled promptly with a phone call. When you call (or write), please have all relevant information such as model number and/or part numbers available, as well as the nature of the problem. Call our Customer Service Department:
Canada Only:
Toll-Free Number 1-800-55HAGEN
(1-800-554-2436)
Between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
U.S.A. Only:
Toll-Free Number 1-800-724-2436
Between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
U.K. Only:
Helpline Number 01977 556622
Between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

For Authorized Warranty Repair Service:
Return unit with dated receipt and reason for return to:
Canada:
Rolf C. Hagen Inc.
3225 Sartelon St., Montreal, Quebec, H4R 1E8
U.S.A.:
Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp.
50 Hampden Road, Mansfield, MA. 02048
U.K.:
Rolf C. Hagen (UK) Ltd.
California Dr., Whitwood Ind. Est., Castleford,
West Yorkshire WF10 5QH
To register your warranty on line or for more information on this and other products go to www.hagen.com.