Fluval chi - Page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – To guard against
injury, basic safety precautions
should be observed, including
the following:
1. READ AND
FOLLOW
ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
and all the important notices
on the appliance before using.
Failure to do so may result in
damage to this appliance.
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 facility for service or
discard the appliance.
A. If the appliance shows
any sign of abnormal water
leakage, immediately unplug
it from the power source.
B. Carefully examine the
appliance after installation.
It should not be plugged in
if there is water on parts not
intended to be wet. If the
appliance or any part of it falls
into the water DO NOT reach
for it. First unplug the unit
before retrieving.
C. Do not operate any
appliance if it has a damaged
cord or plug. If cord is
damaged, the appliance
should be destroyed.
D. A “drip loop”, shown in
the figure below, should be
arranged by the user for each
cord connecting an aquarium
appliance to the socket. The
“drip loop” is the part of the
cord below the level of the
receptacle, or the connector
if an extension cord is in use.
This prevents water from
traveling along the cord and
coming into contact with the
socket or power supply. If
the plug or socket gets 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.
E. This appliance is not
intended for use by persons
(including children) with
significantly impaired physical
or mental capabilities or lack
of experience or knowledge ,
unless they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the ap-
pliance by a person respon-
sible for their safety. Children
should always be supervised
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
F. To avoid injury, do not
contact moving parts or hot
parts such as heaters,
reflectors and the like. Max.
water Temperature 35°C.
G. Always unplug the appliance
from the outlet when not in
use, before putting on or taking
off parts, and before cleaning.
Never yank the cord to pull the
power supply from the outlet.
Grasp the power supply and
pull to disconnect. The use of
attachments not recommended
or sold by the appliance
manufacturer may cause an
unsafe condition.
Do not use this appliance
for any purpose other than
its intended use.
H. Do not install or store
the appliance where it will
be exposed to weather or
temperatures below freezing.
FOR INDOOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY.
I. Make sure the appliance
is mounted correctly and
securely positioned on the
aquarium before operating the
appliance.
J. Read and observe all
important notices on the
appliance.
K. If the use of an extension
cord is necessary, an extension
cable with the proper electrical
rating should be used. An
extension cable rated for less
amperage or wattage than the
appliance rating may overheat.
Care should be taken to
arrange the cable so that it will
not be tripped over or pulled.
3. This is an aquarium filter
pump. Do not use this filter
pump for other than intended
use (i.e.: do not use in
swimming pools, bathrooms,
etc.). The use of attachments
not recommended or sold
by the appliance manufacturer
may cause an unsafe condition.
4. Make sure that the filter
pump is securely installed
before operating it. Do not
allow pump to run dry. The
filter pump must be immersed
in water completely. This filter
pump must never operate
outside of water.
5. For the complete use and
understanding of this product
it is recommended that this
manual is thoroughly read and
understood. Failure to do so
may result in damage to this
product.
6. WARNING - For North
American market only: The
transformer supplied with
this appliance has polarized
receptacle blades (one blade
is wider than the other). As a
safety feature, this transformer
will fit in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the transformer does
not fit fully into the outlet, turn it
180° and reinsert into outlet.
7. CAUTION:
(For Canada and the USA)
Use ONLY power adaptor Model:
UCA-12-400 or equivalent.
(For 230V Markets )
Use ONLY power adaptor Model:
BHA-12-400 or equivalent
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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STEP 1: Preparing your Aquarium
1. Carefully remove all components
from the packaging, and use the
component list to ensure that nothing
is missing or damaged.
2. Thoroughly clean the aquarium and
its components inside and out using
fresh water and a damp cloth.
NEVER USE SOAP OR DETERGENTS
to clean aquarium equipment as it is
toxic to the inhabitants.
STEP 2: Positioning your aquarium
Once decorated and filled with water,
the Fluval chi can weigh in excess
of 30kg (66lbs). It is very important to
choose a solid, level surface that
cannot be damaged by water and
can support the weight of 30kg
(66Lbs). It should be positioned away
from any electrical equipment, direct
sunlight, drafts, heat sources or high
traffic areas.
Hint: Due to Fluval chi’s Square/
rectangular shape and Feng Shui
guidelines, it is suggested to position it
in the southeast area of the room
in order to attract the positive energies.
However, it is not recommended to
place an aquarium in your bedroom
or kitchen, as this brings unwanted
Feng Shui energies to these areas.
STEP 3: Installing your Plant box
Position the plant box at the bottom
of the aquarium. Center it by aligning
it with the center of the base below.
Press down firmly on the suction cup
so that it sticks securely to the glass
(ill. A). If necessary moisten the bottom
of the suction cup for better adhesion.
STEP 4: Filling your Plant Basket
The Fluval chi’s plant basket can
be filled with aquarium safe pebbles,
gravel, hold chi decor items or natural
plants. Once the planting basket is
prepared, it easily slides into the plant
box (ill. B). The plant basket can be
easily removed without disturbing the
surrounding gravel for maintenance
or replacing decor items.
Note: Prior to adding any decorative
element (pebbles, gravel, ornament)
to the plant basket or aquarium,
make sure to thoroughly rinse
them under running tap water to
remove any dust or debris.
Hint: If a personal selection of decor is
desired, please consult with your local
retailer to ensure that it is aquarium
compatible, and will not harm the
inhabitants.
STEP 5: Preparing the Filter Cube
Filtration System
Water is drawn up through the bottom
filter cover, and is first treated by the
double sided filter pad where floating
debris, toxins and discolorations are
removed. The water then flows through
the second porous foam pad where
the beneficial bacteria will live and
perform nitrification, transforming
unsafe ammonia and nitrates into the
safe form of nitrates. Once filtered, the
pump pushes the water up to the top
of the filter cube, where it falls back
into the aquarium, bringing purified
oxygen to the aquarium; resulting in a
clean and healthy environment (ill. C).
For proper set-up and installation,
please follow each step carefully.
a) Open the filter pad cover on the
bottom side of the filter cube (ill. D) and
remove the two filter pads. Rinse both
filter pads under running tap water.
b) Once rinsed, replace both pads with the
filter pad placed on top of the foam pad,
with the polyester layer facing up (ill. E).
c) Close filter cover, ensuring that it
clicks. If you do not hear a click, then
verify that the filter pad and foam pad
are correctly positioned.
d) Wipe the filter cube with a damp
cloth to remove any dust or debris.
Note: The filter cube is sealed
and protected against water
penetration, and can safely be
washed or submersed in water
without concern.
e) Slide the filter cube onto the plastic
guide located at the rear of the
aquarium (ill. F).
Component List
1 fl oz (30 mL)
Nutrafin Cycle Biological
Aquarium Supplement
400g natural pebbles
1 fl oz (30 mL)
Nutrafin Aqua Plus
Water Conditioner
Plant basket
Plant box
Low voltage filter and LED
lighting system
Pebble basket
Safe, low voltage
transformer
Foam pad
ill. A
ill. C
ill. E
ill. F
ill. D
ill. B
Filter pad
Glass aquarium with base