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- Page 1 DIATOM FREEDOM FILTER MODEL DFF INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
- Page 2 This manual was compiled for the purpose of instructing you on the operation and care of your Diatom Freedom Filter. Follow the operating instructions for the longest and best possible service from your filter. Thank you for your purchase. The “Diatom” is a high-speed auxiliary filter designed to filter aquarium water to an extremely pure state.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
We want you to know… Because the “Diatom” is an entirely new concept in aquarium filtration you will probably have many questions, which we will attempt to answer for you on these pages: We have tried to include enough hose and connections to fit the most popular aquariums. For those of you who have exceptionally larger tanks or tanks of odd dimensions, some of the parts may need adaptation. -
Page 4: Important Safeguards
Important Safeguards Warning: To guard against injury basic precautions should be observed, including the following. 1) Read and follow all safety Instructions. 2) Danger- To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. For each of the following situations, do not attempt repairs yourself, return the appliance to an authorized service or discard the appliance. -
Page 5: Parts Identification For Diatom Freedom Filter
safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use with an extension cord unless plug can be fully inserted. -
Page 6: How To Charge Your Diatom Freedom Filter
Fill the chamber base ½ full with water. Securing the casting assembly to the jar: be sure that none of the filter bag is caught between the rubber seal and the jar. The Diatom Freedom Filter has a flat gasket seal. Align the pump assembly with the gasket on the jar lip and tighten the jar ring. -
Page 7: Starting And Restarting Your Diatom Freedom Filter
STARTING YOUR DIATOM FREEDOM FILTER With both the intake and exhaust hoses in your aquarium and having your Diatom Filter at least half full of water, set your recharge valve to the filter position. Turn the Diatom Freedom Filter upside down, and start the motor for a few seconds of until you can see that the intake hose has filled with water. -
Page 8: Back-Flushing Your Diatom Freedom Filter
BACK-FLUSHING YOUR DIATOM FREEDOM FILTER CLEAN When the flow from the exhaust tube is weak or the Diatom Filter is visibly dirty, it is time to clean and recharge the unit with a new charge of Diatom Filter Powder. (A) Remove the Diatom Filter from the aquarium to a suitable laundry tub, sink, etc. (B) Remove both hoses and drain about half the water from the Diatom Filter. -
Page 9: Filter Maintenance
GENERAL DIATOM FILTER MAINTENANCE Oil your Diatom motor every three to four months of normal use with part P-30 lubricant. When filter is not in use, clean thoroughly and store in a dry condition. (Otherwise entrapped particles will cause bacteria, explosion, and offensive odor.) The filter bag and plastic parts can be cleaned with a mild bleach solution of one part bleach to ten parts water, to remove any slime deposits collected during use. -
Page 10: Replacing The Freedom Filter Jar Ring
Air collects in pump Housing and breaks………………………………………..…… *Exhaust hose does not lead off Pump prime. Upward angle to eliminate air From system, keep intake Downspout away from stones And bubblers. *Disconnect from power moment- arily and allow the air to escape. *”O”... -
Page 11: Exploded View Of The Model
Remove felt washer and wipe shaft dry of oil and grease. Sand shaft lightly with medium grit sandpaper to remove old seal residue. Re-oil felt washer and replace over shaft. When replacing a main casting the P-16 shaft seal should Also be replaced to insure a proper seal. -
Page 12: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Pump capacity—400 gallons per hour with one-foot head. Filtering capacity will vary with the length and size of hose attached and the amount of diatom powder used. Standard units average between 300 and 350 gallons per hour starting flow. It is important for the user to understand the difference in the size of the “parasites”...
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