Fluval FX6 User Manual

INSTALLATION AND USE
IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before beginning.
• For best results, top off water in aquarium before beginning setup.
• Allow 30-45 minutes for setup and installation.
• Tools required: Phillips screwdriver and utility knife.
DO NOT PLUG IN FILTER UNTIL SETUP IS COMPLETE AND UNIT IS FILLED WITH WATER.
1. Unpack and identify all parts
Use the diagram on the inside front cover as a guide.
2. Prepare the aquarium
1. Decide on filter placement. Remember, this is a gravity-fed system. For it to work properly, all the
Installation Requirements below must be adhered to.
Installation Requirements
• For best results ll aquarium to maximum level before beginning setup.
• The lter lid must be at least 7.8 in. (20cm) below your aquarium’s water level but never more than
4.9 ft. (150cm). NEVER install the filter above the water level.
• IMPORTANT: The hosing supplied with the unit
is 13.1 ft (4m) long. If longer hosing is required,
intake hosing must not exceed 6.5 ft. (2m) and
the total length of intake and outlet hosing
combined must not exceed 16.4 ft. (5m).
• Hosing must follow a straight path from the
filter to the aquarium rim, with no slack and
no loops.
• The water level should never be more than 7.8 in.
(20 cm) below your aquarium rim.
• For best performance, the lter should be completely
beneath the aquarium (as in figure shown).
• Position purge valve so that you will be able to
attach the supplied hosing without moving the unit.
<20 cm (7.8”.)
<20 cm (7.8”) to
< 150 cm (4.9’)
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Fluval FX6 Specifications

General

Internal	No
Easy to use	Yes
Water compatibility	Freshwater, Sea water
Aquarium capacity (max)	1500 L
Number of filter chambers	6
Country of origin	Italy
AC input voltage	120 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50/60 Hz
Warranty period	3 year(s)

Weight and Dimensions

Width	400 mm
Height	530 mm