Pump Care: Impeller Magnet Replacement
WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT ALL APPLIANCES IN THE AQUARIUM FROM ELECTRICITY SUPPLY
BEFORE PLACING HANDS IN THE WATER, BEFORE PUTTING ON OR TAKING OFF PARTS, AND
WHENEVER THE FILTER EQUIPMENT IS BEING INSTALLED, MAINTAINED OR HANDLED.
Prior to performing pump care the FX 5 filter must be completely emptied of water, media baskets,
and media.
1. Empty the filter canister by following the steps outlined in the Media Care Section. Move
unit to appropriate work space.
2. Remove all media and media baskets from the filter canister. Empty the canister completely
in a sink or basin.
3. To Remove the pump unit:
a. Place the filter unit upside down on a secure work area
so that the pump screws and screw seats are visible.
Remember that the output tube protrudes slightly from
the top rim of the canister. Be sure not to bend or
damage the tube while it is upside down.
b. Unscrew the 4 fixing screws using a Phillips
screw-driver (cross headed).
Screws are located at one
end of the slits around the pump.
c. Remove the impeller assembly by grasping its flange.
4. Clean the impeller and the impeller well thoroughly by
rinsing with clear running water.
5. Reassemble all pump components with care:
a. Align the two arrows on the impeller assembly.
Before
inser
ting the impeller
, gently pr
ess the magnet against
the flange to be sure that the flange bushing is fully in
its seat.
b. Replace seal ring.
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