Aquael MULTIKANI - Aquarium Canister Filter Manual

PRODUCT DESTINATION AND PROPERTIES

MULTIKANI filter is suitable for cleaning water in aquaria and aquaterraria. Equipped with external intake pump that lets it work even in very shallow water (ideal for tanks with semi-aquatic turtles). Additional modules available as accessories allow the device to be expanded freely and adjust its size (capacity of filtration cartridges) to the aquarium capacity. Thanks to this solution MULTIKANI filter can operate in tanks of very wide range of capacities from 20 up to 320 l.

LIST OF PARTS

The packaging contains:

1. body of MULTIKANI filter
2. hoses 14/18 mm – 2x1,2m
3. overflow tubes (x2)
4. powering pump MK-800
5. set of suction cups (4 pcs)
6. deflector
7. all-purpose intake tube l=61
8. elbows
9. reductor – 2 pcs.
10. connecting pipe – 5 pcs.
11. clamp – 2 pcs.
12. sucker - 4 pcs.
13. connection pipe's holder - 4 pcs.
14. filter containers opening device
15. packaging of silicone lubricant
16. product manual

ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES

MULTIKANI filter can be expanded and upgraded with the use of the following additional accessories (sold separately):

• filtration container with CARBOMAX
• filtration container with ZEOMAX
• filtration container with BIOCERAMAX 600
• sponge rings (dense sponge in amount sufficient to fill half of the container)
• sponge rings (thin sponge in amount sufficient to fill half of the container)
• fleece rings (in amount sufficient to fill half of the container)
• NITROMAX ring (x2)
• sprinkler
• aeration nozzle
• pump's pre-filter – sponge cartridge (101235)

CONDITIONS OF SAFE USAGE

The devide you purchased was manufactured in conformity with all safety standards currently in force on the area of European Union. For long lasting and safe usage please read the safety conditions below:

1. The device can be powered from a power grid of voltage stated on the device.
2. MK-800 pump can only be used for pumping liquids of temperature up to 35°C and must not be used with inflammable materials or consumable liquids
3. The power cord is non-detachable and cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the device must be discarded.
4. The maximum submergence depths is stated in technical specification.
5. The device is designed for usage only indoors and accordingly to its destination.
6. Prior to placing hand in the water, all of the electric devices present in the tank should be unplugged from power.
7. This device can be operated by children who are at least eight years of age, by persons with reduced physical or mental capabilities or persons with no prior experience with the device only under supervision or following aninstruction on the safe operation of the device to ensure that the person is aware of any associated risks. The device is not a child's toy! Do not let children to clean or perform maintenance on the device without supervision.

INSTALLATION AND START-UP

MULTIKANI filter can be installed in three ways depending on its application. It is recommended to install a pre-filter on the intake tube in form of sponge cartridge (Art. Nr. 101235).

Pre-filter is not a part of the device and can be purchased independently:

Powering pump installed inside the tank, on its wall has a function of pump feeding the water to the filter. The solution is recommended for standard aquaria with fish.

Fig. 3 – powering pump installed outside, beneath the water level in aquarium, has a function of over- flow pump. The solution is recommended for standard aquaria with fish. In this case, before setting-up the filter it is necessary to deliver water to the pump by sucking it in to the intake tube.

Powering pump installed inside the tank has a function of pump delivering water to the filter. The solution is recommended for aquaria with low water level.

The way of pipes assembling.

The connection scheme shown in the drawings can only be employed inside the tank. In no case should you mount the pump outside the tank using the new elements, as this may result in the flooding of the premises!

Unlike the majority of other canister filters, MULTIKANI can be also placed above the water level in aquarium.

UPGRADING OPTIONS

MULTIKANI filter can be expended freely depending on the needs, adjusting it to the size of the aquarium. In order to expand the filter, additional filtration basket should be placed between the complete cover and standard basket.

The operation of replacing the cartridges should be preceded with disconnecting the control panel from the filter cover (by-pass function – no need to disconnect the pump from power supply).

To unscrew the baskets use the special opening device placed in the hollow on the top of complete cover. How to use the opening device is illustrated.

The baskets can be combined in series (fig.7) in the amount of up to 8 baskets put one on the other or in parallel (fig. 8), so that the total amount of baskets in both columns also does not exceed 8.

To combine the filtration baskets in parallel, cut a piece of tube and use it to connect the outlet opening of the first column with the intake opening of the second one. The water is then delivered from the pump to the intake opening of the first column, whereas the filtered water comes back to aquarium through the outlet opening of the second column.

Recommended numbers of filtration baskets: aquarium 20-40 l – 1 basket; 41-80 l – 2 baskets; 81-120 l – 3 baskets; 121-160 l – 4 baskets; 161-200 l – 5 baskets; 201-240 l – 6 baskets; 241-280 l – 7 baskets; 281-320 l – 8 baskets.

MAINTENANCE

Powering pump impeller needs regular cleaning to remove the possible mechanical impurities from the impeller chamber. In order to do that, after disconnecting the device from the power supply, unscrew the pump cover counter-clockwise, remove the impeller cover, take the impeller out and clean its chamber with a soft brush.

If the pump is operating outside aquarium (fig. 3) as overflow pump it is recommended to maintain the gasket placed under the impeller cover on regular basis by cleaning it thoroughly and lubricating it with AQUAEL special silicone lubricant.

Filtration cartridges inside the filter should be rinsed regularly with water removed from aquarium (not tap water!). It is advised to do the first cleaning after 2 months from starting the filter, and the following ones as the need arises, that is when the efficiency of the device decreases significantly. To ensure opti- mum functioning of filter, it is recommended to replace filtration cartridges for new ones at least every 12 months, whereas in case of CARBOMAX, ZEOMAX and NITROMAX baskets available as additional accessories, at least once a month.

If it is needed, the pump casing can be cleaned from algae or scale depositing on it, with a soft cloth or sponge.

To regulate the efficiency of filter work, turn the control panel clockwise within the range from 0 to 90 degrees. Turning the control valve full 90 degrees cuts off the water supply and allows to remove the filter from the casing without the need of disconnecting the pump from the power grid (e.g. in order to clean the filter interior) – by-pass function.

To ensure long-lasting and trouble free functioning of filter, it is recommended to change gas- kets under the powering pump periodically, control panel, cover of filter container, on the filter base and between the individual baskets (in case of the expended filter). If the need arises, it is also possible to replace the impeller in powering pump (Art. Nr 110911). Set of gaskets – Art. Nr 110417.

DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL

It is forbidden to dispose of used electric and electrical equipment in a trash bin. Segregating and proper utilization of this kind of waste leads to conserving the resources of natural environment The user is responsible for delivering the used product to a specialized collection point where it will be accepted free of charge. You can obtain information about such a facility at the local authorities at the product seller.

GUARANTEE CONDITIONS

The manufacturer grants a 24 month guarantee beginning on the date of purchase. The guarantee covers defects arising from manufacturer fault i.e. defective materials or assembly errors. It does not cover damage due to user's fault caused by improper handling of the device or using the device for purposes discordant its destination. Attention: any modification or disassembly attempt exceeding normal usage and maintenance cause the guarantee void. In case of noticing improper operation of the device send it with filled out warranty card to the manufacturer or distributor address. The conformity of the production date stamped on the product and written in the guarantee card is a prerequisite for accepting the guarantee. The following warranty conditions do not exclude, limit or suspend user's rights derived from discrepancy of the merchandise with the agreement. The guarantee is limited to repair or replacement of the unit only and does not cover consequential loss or damage to animate or inanimate objects.

AQUAEL Sp. z o. o.
16-400 Suwałki, Dubowo II 35, Poland
www.aquael.com, e-mail: service@aquael.com

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